Spike with Cable Lanyard

Description

The Spike with Cable Lanyard is a versatile soccer goal anchoring solution that works with any portable soccer goal to prevent dangerous tip-overs during games and practice. Featuring a 14-inch galvanized spike connected to a steel cable lanyard, this anchor drives into the ground quickly and attaches to the goal frame for reliable hold in grass or natural turf fields.

Specifications:

• 14″ galvanized steel spike
• Steel cable lanyard for secure goal attachment
• Compatible with any portable soccer goal
• 4 spikes per goal required
• Sold individually
• Ships via FedEx

Portable soccer goals must be anchored to the ground whenever they are set up on a field, whether for a match or a casual training session. The CPSC has documented serious injuries from unsecured goals tipping forward, and most league and school governing bodies now require proper anchoring as a condition of play. This spike-and-cable system provides a fast, no-tools-needed installation — drive the spike into the ground at an angle behind the goal, and the cable lanyard clips to the frame to hold it down. The galvanized finish on both the spike and cable resists rust and corrosion even when left in wet ground conditions, so the hardware holds up through an entire outdoor season without degrading.

Each portable goal requires four spikes for adequate stability, meaning a standard pair of goals needs eight total. For programs that prefer a twist-in anchor that resists pull-out forces more aggressively, the Soccer Goal Anchor – Auger Style is a strong alternative. Facilities with permanently placed goals can skip portable anchors altogether and install In-Ground Permanent Anchors instead. Shop our full lineup of soccer goals and accessories to find the right anchoring system for your field setup.