It goes together remarkably easy, and - if you have to move it - it also comes apart easily to store in a handy supplied travel bag. I was impressed with how they've designed this to go together basically one way so it can't be put together incorrectly. Once together ( a five-minute job, no kidding) it offers a WIDE and TALL area of forgiveness. For my purposes, it catches to occasionally off the mark throw, absorbs even strong energy, and drops the ball gently at the base. It's a great backstop and saves me from having to go into my neighbor's yard for errant throws. It works, perfectly and if I ever need to replace it, I wouldn't hesitate to get it again so I can easily recommend it for you.