Abstract: A reduced-scale football goal post is provided with a broad support base carrying a standard that, in turn, supports in offset position from the standard a U shaped frame formed from a cross-bar and pair of spaced apart upright arms. A pivoted arm near the top of each upright arm is attached to a backdrop or net that extends downwardly to at least the level of the base and is weighted along its bottom edge by a ballast. The forward offset of the U shaped frame assists in resisting the rearward tipping of the trainer if struck by the football, and the corresponding rearward protrusion of the standard spaces the net from the rear of the U shaped frame to provide depth and a reception area at the back of the frame.