Infinet

Infinet was developed through a comprehensive design process involving extensive R&D, ergonomic exploration and repeated prototyping.

Multiple design iterations were created using CAD modelling and functional mock-ups, then tested in-house and on outdoor courts to refine performance and longevity.

Early attempts to reinforce woven nets proved inadequate, prompting a rethink of what an outdoor net could be. The result is a robust fin system paired with a heavy-duty hoop, replacing fragile netting with engineered polymer fins that flex naturally to absorb impacts without sagging, fraying or rusting.

Unlike traditional nets that strain entirely on every shot, Infinet distributes the load: only certain fins flex depending on how the ball enters, reducing stress and extending life.

Throughout development, the team balanced mechanical performance with familiar expectations of what a basketball net should look like. Earlier models — already widely adopted — had a more angular, less recognisable profile. The final design introduced a smoother, classic curvature in the fin layout, subtly echoing traditional woven nets with a familiar red and white palette.

This refinement made it feel at home on any court while maintaining engineered advantages. Extensive testing fine-tuned the sensory experience. By experimenting with polymer blends and adding subtle ridges to the fin tips — adjusting spacing, size and placement — they achieved a tuned “swish” sound close to fabric nets. This user cue was validated through repeated trials to meet performance expectations.

Removing snag points deters climbing / grabbing and stops finger entanglement hazards. Vandal-proof fixings secure the system for unsupervised municipal and educational spaces, while modular construction allows easy part replacement, reducing waste and lifecycle costs.

Manufactured in Melbourne, Infinet supports Victorian jobs, cuts freight emissions and ensures strict quality. Already installed in schools, municipal and university courts, it thrives under relentless use and harsh conditions, true to its outdoor purpose.

Functionality
Infinet is a confident departure from traditional nets, purpose-built for demanding outdoor courts. Its distinctive, flexing fins and sleek geometry guide the ball smoothly, delivering the satisfying feel of a clean shot and familiar “swish.” Over-moulded elastomer ridges at the tips were refined through trials to recreate the rewarding sound of a fabric net, while avoiding decay, safety risks and frequent replacements. UV-stable polymers ensure it withstands years of heavy use and weather.

Safety & User Experience
By removing snag points and using flexible fins that shift naturally, Infinet eliminates climbing and entanglement hazards. It guides shots into a controlled drop, reducing runaways that might head toward traffic in public space settings. Vandal-proof fixings deter tampering, while the complete system keeps courts visually whole, encouraging confident play. This supports more active communities. Players enjoy the authentic look, feel and sound of basketball, building local pride.

Quality & Sustainability
Every element was developed to maximise durability, performance and sustainability. Infinet’s fins use UV-stabilised engineered polymers chosen for flexibility, impact resistance and long outdoor life. The hoop features a solid steel ring, robotically welded with powder-coated finishes to resist corrosion. Marine-grade stainless screws secure everything. Modular, replaceable parts cut waste and extend lifespan, while all components are recyclable, aligning with circular economy principles. Local manufacturing ensures quality, reduces freight emissions and supports Victorian jobs — creating a system ready for harsh conditions.

Aesthetics & New Benchmark
Infinet’s geometry and bold look signal a fresh approach to outdoor sports infrastructure. Each line and moving element is designed for performance — guiding the ball, resisting wear and maintaining a clean, modern appearance. It sets a benchmark not just in Victoria, but globally, showing how thoughtful design turns community assets into lasting social, economic and environmental value.

Most attempts to adapt outdoor basketball nets simply toughen up old designs. Infinet breaks entirely new ground. Its engineered fins are an original concept that flex and move to deliver the pace, feedback and satisfaction players expect, while finally solving the outdoor durability and safety problems that traditional nets never could.

Instead of fragile woven loops, Infinet uses flexible fins anchored to a heavy-duty steel ring, guiding the ball cleanly without fraying, rusting or encouraging climbing / grabbing. This is more than a material upgrade — it’s a complete rethink of how a basketball scoring system should perform outdoors.

By distributing load across only some fins depending on how the ball enters, it reduces stress and wear, prolonging the system’s lifespan. The design team drove this user-centred process through extensive prototyping, real-world trials and collaborative design feedback to test ergonomics, durability and play experience on actual community courts.

Achieving the right auditory and tactile feedback was critical; countless trials of ridge placements and polymer tuning ensured it produced a satisfying “swish” that preserves the spirit of the game. Municipalities, schools and universities benefit from a low-maintenance solution that reduces costs and risks on unsupervised sites, while players get a hoop and net system that looks complete, plays right and is always ready.

By fundamentally reimagining how basketball infrastructure can work outdoors, Infinet creates a distinctive, resilient solution that outperforms anything before it. It sets a clear benchmark for public recreation design globally — perfectly suited to a sport embraced everywhere, from local Australian parks to city courts around the world.

Infinet is already transforming outdoor courts across Victoria. Municipalities such as Kingston, Dandenong, Hume, Hobsons Bay, Glen Eira, Brimbank, Wyndham, Banyule, Merri-Bek and Whittlesea, along with Monash University and many schools, have adopted it to lower maintenance, reduce safety risks and keep courts consistently ready for play.

It directly meets asset managers’ needs by cutting long-term costs, reducing inspection and replacement frequency, and creating safer, more inviting spaces that drive stronger community use. Courts fitted with Infinet stay visually complete and game-ready, encouraging spontaneous play, building neighbourhood pride and fostering healthier, more connected communities.

Players experience authentic, reliable basketball — with the familiar cues of a guided ball drop and satisfying “swish” — making games more rewarding and reinforcing local engagement.

Environmentally, Infinet’s extended lifespan and local manufacture reduce freight emissions, conserve resources and minimise waste from constant replacements. Its modular, recyclable parts align with circular economy principles, helping municipalities, schools and universities achieve sustainability goals while lowering long-term environmental footprints.

Commercially, the project is already exceeding expectations. Infinet is hitting key sales targets and has robust national and international distribution channels in place, ensuring that its positive impacts can scale far beyond Victoria. This commercial strength guarantees continued investment, availability and maintenance support — critical for long-lasting benefits to communities.

Most importantly, Infinet ensures outdoor courts consistently deliver all the essential advantages of a basketball net: guiding the ball cleanly, reducing runaway shots, providing crucial audible feedback, and making play safer and more enjoyable.

As installations continue to grow across Australia and internationally, it stands as clear proof of how thoughtful, user-focused design drives tangible social, environmental and economic rewards. It highlights Victoria’s leadership in innovative product design and sets a global benchmark for how community sports infrastructure should look, perform and endure.

Infinet exemplifies circular design by fundamentally rethinking how a basketball net system performs, lasts, and interacts with its environment.

Unlike traditional nets requiring frequent replacements, Infinet dramatically extends service life through durable, UV-stabilised engineered polymers and corrosion-resistant steel components. Its modular construction means individual parts can be easily replaced if damaged, reducing waste and conserving resources.

All components are recyclable, directly supporting circular economy principles by keeping valuable materials in use and out of landfill. Local manufacturing minimises freight emissions, ensures tight quality control, and sustains Victorian jobs.

By designing out the rapid wear, repeated disposal and high maintenance tied to conventional nets, Infinet delivers a lower-carbon, longer-lasting solution that lightens the load on municipal budgets and the planet alike.

It proves that when sustainability is embedded from the first design sketch — from materials to lifecycle thinking — outdoor infrastructure can become a catalyst for environmental responsibility without sacrificing community engagement, safety or aesthetic appeal.