The B2606W provides added protection for players playing aggressively close by the system. This pole pad measures 1 1/2 inches thick, thus lessening the blow if a player collides with the basketball system. This basketball pole pad fits all Goalrilla basketball hoops and can fit other basketball systems as well. The pad covers 3 sides of the pole (the back is not covered because the game of basketball is not played from behind the pole).