My husband coaches my sons soccer team and he wanted a goal he could set up in our yard. This goal is well made and seems sturdy enough for backyard play. I like the way the metal poles lock together because they are sturdy, but you can also take them apart to move or store the goal. The net is nice, but I do have concerns about how the Velcro strips that tether it to the goal will hold up. I suppose I can always use zip ties if need be. All in all, for the price, this is a pretty good goal.