Sentry™ Tennis Post System by First Team Available in PVC Sleeve and Hinged Socket versions Overview FT8100W Overview FT5001 Socket Dedicated or Multi-Purpose. The Sentry Handles Both. The First Team Sentry™ Tennis Post System is built from 3.5" OD schedule 40 high-tensile aluminum with a black powder coat finish to stay straight and rigid through years of high-use court play. Whether your facility runs dedicated tennis courts or shared multi-sport surfaces, the Sentry is engineered to deliver proper net tension with zero bowing on the posts. A Winch Designed With Player Safety First The Sentry's worm gear net tensioner winch eliminates the backdrive risk common on competitor winch designs, so there is no chance of handle kickback during tensioning. A quick detach handle removes cleanly when not in use, keeping the court surface safe and the post profile clean between matches. Complete and Court-Ready Right Out of the Box Every Sentry package includes a heavy-duty double top six net with vinyl coated cable, a center strap, and anchor. Choose TNPS for standard PVC sleeves or TNSO for exclusive hinged-lid sockets that close flush with the court surface on multi-purpose facilities. The TNSO package also includes a flush mount threaded anchor for a clean, level surface when posts are removed. Key Features Schedule 40 High-Tensile Aluminum Posts: 3.5" OD heavy-duty aluminum with a black powder coat finish resists bowing under net tension and holds up on the highest-traffic courts. No-Backdrive Worm Gear Winch: The worm gear tensioner locks net tension securely in place with no risk of handle kickback, making tensioning safe for any staff member. Quick Detach Handle: The removable winch handle detaches cleanly between uses for a tidy post profile and added court safety. Double Top Six Net Included: Every package ships with a heavy-duty double top six net with vinyl coated top cable built for consistent tension and long-term durability. Center Strap and Anchor Included: A white center strap and anchor come standard with every Sentry package for proper net centering and height. Two Installation Options: Choose PVC sleeves (TNPS) for a straightforward install or hinged-lid sockets (TNSO) for a flush multi-purpose court surface. Flush Mount Anchor on TNSO: The exclusive flush mount threaded anchor sits level with the court when not in use, keeping the playing surface clean and hazard-free. Adjustable Post Collar: Fine-tune post positioning quickly with the built-in adjustable collar, no extra tools needed. Lifetime Limited Warranty: Every Sentry system is backed by First Team's Lifetime Limited Warranty. Model Variants & Specifications Model Ground Mount Anchor Type Center Strap Shipping Weight Sentry TNPS FT8000PVC plastic sleeves FT8000A standard anchor Standard center strap 85 lbs Sentry TNSO FT5001 hinged sockets FT50 flush mount threaded anchor Flush mount center strap 115 lbs Every Sentry™ Tennis Post System package is backed by First Team's Lifetime Limited Warranty. Sentry™ Tennis Post System Assembly Manual:
