Bedroom and playroom players
A door hoop gives restless kids a place to burn energy without heading outside.
Mini Basketball Hoops for Indoor Play
A mini basketball hoop hangs over a door and turns a bedroom, hallway or home office into a shooting spot. We have picked sets from our marketplace sellers, from scoreboard hoops to a race-to-the-top game. Add a soft foam ball from our own range and the games can start.
What kind of games do you play?
Over-the-door hoops for every mood, plus soft balls to shoot with.
SMALL SPACES
Mini hoops sit within our full hoops and backboards range.
What to prioritise
Compact fun
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OVER THE DOOR
Over-door picks for bedrooms, hallways and games rooms.
What to prioritise
Hang and play
Over-Door Hoops
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GAME NIGHT
Some mini sets add electronic scorers for friendly rivalry.
What to prioritise
Keep the score
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ON THE WALL
Wall-mounted backboards, from mini sizes up to full size.
What to prioritise
Fixed and sturdy
Wall-Mounted Backboards
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THE BALL
Our basketballs, with options for small hands and spaces.
What to prioritise
Right-sized balls
Basketballs
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TOP UP
Hand pumps to keep every ball at the right pressure.
What to prioritise
Small and handy
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Shop the RangeWhat to look for in a mini basketball hoop
How it attaches
Most mini hoops hook over the top of a door, so there is no drilling. Check whether the hooks or brackets suit your door, and look for padding or protective strips that stop the paint getting marked.
Board and rim
The boards on this page run from 40 x 30 cm to about 45 x 30 cm. A spring-action rim, like the one on the SKLZ Pro Mini, flexes on hard shots instead of taking the full force.
The game you want
A scoreboard with timed modes keeps older kids competing. A race set gives two players a target to chase, and a classic hoop with a ball and pump is all you need for simple practice.
A soft spare ball
Every hoop here comes with at least one ball, but spares go missing fast. Foam is gentle on walls and people, which matters in a hallway.
Who it suits
Home office shooters
A padded hoop like the SKLZ Pro Mini keeps the noise down between calls.
Siblings and friends
Scoreboard modes and the race set turn a few shots into a proper contest.
Which mini hoop for which game
| Set | Stand-out feature | In the box |
|---|---|---|
| LED Scoreboard hoop | Scoreboard and two game modes | 4 mini balls and inflator |
| SKLZ Pro Mini Midnight | Glow-in-the-dark hoop and ball | One 5 inch glow ball |
| Race Set | Race from the bottom hoop to the top | 8 foam balls and storage bag |
| Classic set | Brackets for either side of the door | Ball and hand pump |
Setting up and playing safely
- Follow the seller's instructions and check the hooks or brackets sit firmly before the first game.
- Never hang or swing on the rim, as sellers warn this and poor installation can cause serious injury.
- Keep the shooting zone clear of screens, lamps and anything breakable.
- Keep spare balls in a basket so nobody trips over them mid-game.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you hang a mini basketball hoop?
Most mini hoops hook over the top of a door, so you do not need to drill. The LED scoreboard hoop uses two hooks that fit most standard doors, and the SKLZ Pro Mini slides on with foam-padded brackets. The classic Costway set has brackets that fit either side of the door, so you choose which room faces the hoop.
Will a door hoop damage my door?
Look for padding where the hoop touches the door. The LED scoreboard hoop has protective strips designed to prevent door damage, and the SKLZ Pro Mini has foam-padded brackets and backing. Keeping everyone off the rim protects the door as well as the players.
What ball should I use with a mini basketball hoop?
Start with the ball in the box, as every set on this page includes at least one. For a spare, our mini foam basketball is designed for mini hoop play, and the foam is soft so it will not hurt. For children under 4 who are just learning to throw, our size 1 ball is small and light so they can grasp it more easily.
What age is a mini basketball hoop for?
Mini hoops suit a wide range of ages, which is a big part of the appeal. The race set is described as fun for kids of all ages, while the Costway and SKLZ hoops are pitched at adults too, for the office or a spare room. For the youngest players, pair the hoop with a soft foam ball and set clear house rules about where to shoot.
Does a smart shooting game work on a mini hoop?
No. Our Decathlon Basketball Play connected hoop works with all hoop sizes except mini. If you want scored games on a door hoop, the LED scoreboard set has scoring built in, with a countdown mode and an automatic scoring mode.
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Small hoop, big games
Pick the game that suits your crew, hang it on the door and keep a soft ball handy.
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