The Ultimate Standard for the Gridiron
A football stadium’s goal posts are its most defining visual feature, but their true value lies in structural integrity and precise dimensions. For athletic directors and facility managers, investing in high-quality goal posts ensures the safety of the athletes on the field and guarantees that every extra point and field goal is measured fairly. At Morley Athletic, our collection focuses on institutional-grade posts engineered to withstand hurricane-force winds, brutal winter freezes, and decades of Friday night action without bending or rusting.
Permanent, Portable, and Combination Solutions
We stock a variety of goal posts and installation accessories to ensure your facility meets its specific structural and multi-sport requirements:
- High School & Collegiate Widths: We carry both NFHS-compliant High School posts (23' 4" crossbar width) and NCAA-compliant Collegiate posts (18' 6" crossbar width). Brands like Jaypro and First Team (All Pro, All American, All Star) offer variations in upright height (10' to 20') to provide a clear visual for officials judging high kicks.
- Aluminum vs. Steel Construction: Choose lightweight aluminum for rust-proof longevity and easier installation, or economical galvanized steel for maximum rigidity. Both materials feature the classic "gooseneck" offset design, which places the main vertical post safely off the playing field to protect players crashing into the end zone.
- Ground Sleeves & Access Frames: If your stadium is a multi-use facility (e.g., used for both football and soccer), we highly recommend installing goal posts using ground sleeves. This allows the heavy gooseneck posts to be removed during the off-season or when the field is reconfigured, ensuring the safety of athletes playing other sports.
- Combo Goals & Accessories: We also carry portable practice football/soccer combo goals for practice fields, "Gridiron" backyard models for residential training, and high-visibility wind directional banners to help your kickers gauge the breeze.
Why Buy Your Stadium Equipment From Morley Athletic
Since 1931, Morley Athletic has been a trusted family tradition and a leading supplier of premium field equipment for schools and universities. We understand that football goal posts are a massive capital investment requiring specialized shipping (motor freight) and careful logistical planning. We proudly accept school purchase orders and are ready to assist you with customized freight quotes to ensure your delivery goes smoothly. When you shop with Morley Athletic, you are partnering with 95 years of expertise dedicated to building championship-caliber facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the correct goal post width for High School vs. College?
- High School (NFHS): The crossbar must be 23 feet, 4 inches wide.
- College (NCAA) & NFL: The crossbar must be 18 feet, 6 inches wide.
Always ensure you are ordering the correct model to maintain compliance with your league's regulations.
2. What is the standard height of the crossbar?
Across all levels of football (High School, College, and Pro), the top of the crossbar must be exactly 10 feet above the ground.
3. Why do most modern goal posts use a "Gooseneck" design?
The gooseneck (or offset) design curves the vertical support post backward, away from the crossbar. This ensures that the main heavy steel or aluminum post is planted safely out of the back of the end zone. This greatly reduces the risk of a player running full speed into the post while attempting to catch a deep pass.
4. Should I purchase permanent or semi-permanent (sleeved) goal posts?
If your football field is strictly used for football, permanent (direct bury) installation is highly secure and cost-effective. However, if your field is also used for soccer, lacrosse, or track and field events, we strongly advise using ground sleeves. Sleeves allow maintenance crews to unbolt and remove the football posts, eliminating a massive hazard for athletes playing other sports.
5. How are football goal posts shipped?
Due to the extreme length of the crossbars and the weight of the gooseneck supports, all full-size football goal posts must be shipped via Motor Freight (LTL) on oversized pallets. Because of their immense size and weight, you will likely need a forklift or a large maintenance crew on-site to offload the delivery truck at your stadium.
6. Do you accept school purchase orders for stadium installations?
Absolutely. Morley Athletic has worked directly with schools and universities for over nine decades. We happily accept school purchase orders. Athletic directors and facility managers can submit a formal PO to purchase goal posts, ground sleeves, padding, and chains for their entire athletic complex.
