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September 12, 2018 by Jenae - 28 Comments
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How to Make a DIY Soccer Goal for Kids

DIY Soccer Goal



DIY Soccer Goal

Make your very own soccer goal from PVC pipe for about half the price of a store-bought soccer goal! Big Brother just started his second season of soccer and we are all enjoying practicing together in the evenings (although Little Brother just wants to ride on Daddy’s shoulders).

I was amazed how simple this project actually was! The hardest part was figuring out the net situation. We’ll offer two options:  A commercial net (select the 6 x 4 x 3 size) you can purchase as well as a “Hillbilly” version that is every bit as effective, but just looks a little cooky! :)  Although there isn’t a huge difference in price, the hillbilly version is slightly less expensive! In total, we spent around $30-35 total on each of these goals. The final size of the DIY soccer goal is 5 x 4 x 3.

diy soccer goal

How To Make A Soccer Goal

Supplies for Your Soccer Goal: 

-4 10-foot, 1-inch PVC Pipes

-PVC Primer and Glue.

–A 6 x 4 x 3 soccer net OR you can purchase some hex poultry netting at a home improvement store instead.

DIY Soccer Goal Step by Step Instructions:

how to make a soccer goal

 

diy soccer goal

1. Cut your four 10-foot pieces of PVC into (2) 5-foot sections, (2) 4-foot sections, (2) 3-foot sections, and (6) 20-inch sections.

You could even ask someone from the hardware/home improvement store to cut them for you if they aren’t busy (which is what my husband did when he had to replace a goal after a large limb fell in a storm and destroyed the original).

 

how to make a soccer goal

2. Start assembling the goal. Use the T-Joints to join (3) 20-inch pieces for the top and repeat for the bottom. Add the 5-foot pieces to create the back frame.

 

how to make a soccer goal

 3. Use an elbow joint on each end of the bottom of the back frame to add the 3-foot sections. Then add the 4-foot sections for the side posts.

 

diy soccer goal

 

diy soccer goal

4. Once the goal is assembled, take it apart one piece at time and add the glue.

 

how to make a soccer goal

 The purple primer goes first:  Outside on the cut PVC pieces…

 

 …and inside on the joints.

 

 Now, you’re ready for the net!

Two Options For The Soccer Goal Net:

OPTION #1:  Purchase this net (the 6 x 4 x 3 size). It’s awesome…it has bungee cords all around it and fits over the goal.

 You’ll use the Velcro straps (that come with it) to secure it on the goal. If you want some extra strength, you can use some extra zip ties around the goal as well.

 OPTION #2:  Plastic Hex Netting from the Home Improvement Store (in our case, Lowe’s). About $12 for a roll!

 

…and zip ties! But make sure you get the value pack. 40 Zip ties didn’t do the job for us. :)

 

You’ll wrap the first layer around the base of the goal.

It will look rather box-like. You’ll need to fold inward to rest against the rear poles and secure with more zip ties.

diy soccer goal

It looks a little quirky…

…but it definitely does the trick!

That’s it! So simple! Get ready for lots of outdoor family fun!

This post was first published September 2012. Updated 2018.

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Comments

  1. Josh says

    March 21, 2013 at 1:08 pm

    I ordered the net, and hope to complete the goal this weekend.

    I wanted to mention that the purple primer isn’t really necessary on this sort of application, and unless you just have some on hand, no need to buy some.

    Reply
    • Scott says

      March 26, 2013 at 11:18 am

      Why wouldn’t you use it? Is it expensive or just overkill. Just wondering.

      Reply
      • Josh says

        July 10, 2014 at 10:21 am

        The primers are to meet building codes. Unless you are going to also use this goal to route your lawn sprinkler water, it’s not necessary.

        We have used this goal for 2 seasons now; on our 2nd net from Amazon. The net works great, but if you leave it out in the sun, it’s done after a year.

        We also spray painted the PVC bright orange, which turned out great.

        Reply
        • Jenae says

          July 11, 2014 at 1:57 pm

          Thanks for sharing your experience (and the info about the primer as well)! :) So glad to know it is holding up well for you too!

          Reply
        • Ryan says

          September 30, 2017 at 4:33 pm

          Do you even need the glue? Thinking of being able to store it for the winter.

          Reply
          • Jenae says

            October 5, 2017 at 9:18 am

            You can try it without the glue! A friend said theirs had a hard time holding up to the shots on goal without the glue…but let us know if it works for you!

            Reply
    • Juan says

      October 14, 2017 at 1:12 am

      I just want to say thank you foe posting this, my son and I are excited to build this in the near future, couple of soccer tournaments b4 we get to building.

      God Bless you and the family

      Reply
  2. Dave says

    April 1, 2013 at 10:25 am

    What size net do you need? There are three different ones that are available.

    Reply
    • Jenae says

      April 1, 2013 at 9:08 pm

      The 6x4x3 net would be the one that you would need.

      Reply
  3. plastic pipe says

    April 8, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    Hi i have read your post and i think it’s usefull.Thanks for the sharing this website. it is very useful professional knowledge.

    Reply
  4. Marilee Fleming says

    November 1, 2013 at 5:55 pm

    I found these instructions very easy to follow and I want to say thank you for posting this! My son loves it.

    Reply
    • Jenae says

      November 2, 2013 at 4:40 pm

      Yay! So glad he is enjoying it and that you found the instructions easy to follow. Thanks for your comment!

      Reply
  5. Nellie says

    August 31, 2014 at 1:22 pm

    I need a larger size goal, would this work if I just doubled the length of the PVC pipes? I would need large net too.

    Reply
    • Jenae says

      September 5, 2014 at 3:11 pm

      Hmmm…not sure. If you do end up trying it, let us know how it goes! :)

      Reply
    • Hugo says

      December 1, 2015 at 2:55 pm

      Nellie.. I think your question you can answer yourself.. If the goal is larger…the net that covers it should not be larger to?.. If you make the goal full 12ft..Use the larger diameter black PVC. it will not sag at the middle. Use it as well for the upright 6ft. posts . You can use the wimpy 3/4 for the back and at the floor. Fill all with sand. Enjoy… Messi Rules

      Reply
  6. Hugo says

    December 1, 2015 at 2:49 pm

    Good for people to like soccer..(football). I played practice games in adult training games with a similar arrangement ..BUT, we used the black 2″ PVC because if not a hit and the 3/4 one is toast. To make either one more sturdy I would advice filling the pipes with sand . It makes them more resistant to hits and heavier so it will not go flying if the ball goes fast.

    Reply
  7. Magirl says

    April 29, 2016 at 4:33 pm

    Thank you for posting!

    Reply
  8. Aiden says

    August 22, 2016 at 12:31 am

    Thanks for the post and detailed instructions. I also have experience with PVC soccer goals as I used to train local soccer institutions. I wrote a roundup on best pvc soccer goals on my personal blog: http://www.prosoccerrebounder.net/best-pvc-soccer-goals-reviews/

    Reply
  9. Gary Stephenson says

    September 25, 2016 at 5:11 pm

    Just built one of these goals for my son. Thanks so much for putting this on here. I’m gonna build him another one soon! Thanks, again!

    Gary

    Reply
    • Jenae says

      March 7, 2017 at 8:35 am

      Awesome! Thanks so much, Gary!

      Reply
  10. Chris says

    October 8, 2016 at 2:05 pm

    Thank you for posting these easy to follow directions. Just built them for our preschoolers to use on the playground.

    Reply
  11. Rachel says

    December 5, 2016 at 10:44 pm

    The link for the net no longer works. What was the brand/seller from Amazon? Do you maybe have a new link I could follow?

    Reply
    • Jenae says

      March 7, 2017 at 8:35 am

      I am so sorry about that! Here is a link to the net: http://amzn.to/2lAeY3y

      Reply
  12. Lisa says

    February 1, 2017 at 4:28 pm

    We just finished making our goal and are very excited about it. We ordered a net and it arrived today. The problem is that we’re having trouble with the goal coming apart, even though we used primer and glue. Any helpful hints?

    Reply
    • Jenae says

      February 9, 2017 at 7:53 am

      Hmmmm…I’m not sure. Maybe try a different type of glue?

      Reply
  13. Full-Size Soccer Goals says

    March 19, 2019 at 5:19 am

    I just want to say thank you for posting this here.

    Reply
  14. Marjorie (Mj) Scott says

    March 19, 2020 at 9:41 am

    Just want to say thank you. I made this for my 10 year old grandson, he is ecstatic and is already putting it to good use.
    Also, I had some netting I use in my garden, doubled it over, and it works like a charm.
    Thank you again.
    Mj,
    Ft. Myers, FL

    Reply
    • Jenae says

      March 21, 2020 at 10:29 am

      So glad he loves it! Thanks for your kind words! ❤️

      Reply

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