Built-in support structure absorbs over 98% of the stress from goal contact without transferring it to the glass. Goal is mounted "off glass" so even excessive hanging and abuse will not cause stress
 
10 Year Limited Warranty
 
Caution: Studies have demonstrated that 42" x 72" glass backboards reduce the risk of player injury from backboard contact. BA42XL and BA42XLC are recommended for all new installations and fan-to-rectangle conversions. Bison makes 48" x 72" backboards available ONLY for replacement applications.