Michael is an avid sports fan and believes many of the greatest lessons in life are learned “On the Court and Between the Lines.” Most of these courts were in Brooklyn, NY, his hometown and Bergen County, NJ where he resides with his wife and two children.
Michael has learned many of life lessons through his involvement in sports. He started out as Pee Wee and Little League Players, turned into competitive High School Athletes and beyond. As he got older, he continued the love of sports through coaching and is still involved sharing Sports with his families and is involved in his community.
As a parent, he realized that while he grew up playing Sports, his children were spending more time on technology and behind many assorted screens. He wanted to make sure to get his kids outside and into healthy positive life habits via sports.
Michael has a passion for Win-Win Entrepreneurship and providing his clients with a quality product and great value! He has been recognized as a Successful Technology Entrepreneur and past member of the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies as well as numerous similar industry lists. Michael started his first company as a college student at Cornell University and then took the company national upon graduation.
Michael Kraner has worked in Finance and Technology, helping companies leverage technology to be more successful from both a services and financial perspective. My Backyard Sports is able to apply these benefits and efficiencies into a field that has not yet adopted these key benchmarks successfully to date.
Favorite Sports Quote – It’s a funny thing, the more I practice the luckier I get. – Arnold Palmer
Favorite Team – Likes all the NY Teams, all under dogs and teams that play the right way.
First Sports Experience -Yankee game with his Dad
Favorite Sports Experience – Youth basketball with his friends.
Madeline Martineau2024-10-18 We recently had the pleasure of working with My Backyard Sports to customize our courtyard, and we couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional, and much of that is thanks to Jonathan, who truly went above and beyond to ensure every detail was perfect. Jonathan's commitment to customer service stood out from the start. He took the time to understand our vision and offered thoughtful suggestions that enhanced our original ideas. His dedication was evident in every step of the process, from the initial consultation to the final installation. Whenever we had questions or needed adjustments, Jonathan was always available, responsive, and genuinely interested in making sure we were satisfied. The quality of the work exceeded our expectations. The custom courtyard not only looks fantastic but is also built to last. It's now a beautiful, functional space that we enjoy every day. The craftsmanship and attention to detail really show, and we couldn't have asked for a better result. We highly recommend My Backyard Sports, and especially Jonathan, for anyone looking to create a custom sports or recreational space. The experience was seamless, and the outcome speaks for itself. Thank you, Jonathan, for your outstanding service and for making our vision a reality! Erez Shimoni2024-09-10 I had a basketball court installed by **My Backyard Sports** during the height of the pandemic, and it quickly became a centerpiece for outdoor fun and activity. Recently, I noticed the tiles were fading, and I reached out to them for assistance. **My Backyard Sports** immediately stepped in, submitted a claim with the manufacturer, and handled everything on my behalf. It turned out there was a known issue with the materials, and thanks to their prompt action, the manufacturer stood by their product and I received a complete replacement for the court. I am incredibly grateful to **My Backyard Sports** for their dedication, professionalism, and exceptional customer service. They took the lead on this issue from start to finish, keeping me informed every step of the way, and ensuring the problem was resolved to my satisfaction. Their support and commitment to their customers are truly top-notch. If you're considering any type of sports installation, I can't recommend them highly enough! Adnan Danish2024-08-17 My experience with the company was excellent! From sales to completion of the project, Mike, Jacob and Victor were professional, responsive, and knowledgeable. The court is amazing! High quality, durable, and beautiful. David Gilboa2024-06-14 I had an exceptional experience with Michael Kraner and the entire My Backyard Sports team, who built a beautiful basketball court for me. Michael visited my house several times to discuss the process, provide recommendations, and suggest the best court size, orientation, and hoop placement. Their expertise was evident as they even connected me with another customer to test out a similar court. Building my court was no small feat, given the 4ft dip/hill in my yard. They expertly constructed a retaining wall and collaborated with me to find solutions to prevent the ball from going down the hill. Their recommendation and installation of a pitch-back net and behind-the-hoop netting were perfect solutions. After installation, I encountered an issue due to the weather, but their response was swift and efficient. They promptly came out to fix it without any hassle. The team at My Backyard Sports is fantastic, and I highly recommend them to anyone considering building a basketball court. Robert Cowper2023-12-05 I used My Backyard Sports for a basketball court project at work. The experience was good all around. My main point of contact was Jonathan who was helpful throughout the entire process. The crews that worked on site were respectful of the park and communicated with me well during the construction. I would recommend for future court projects. William Ostroski2023-08-18 There isn't a better company out there. They work with heart and have the human element. They made something so special to showcase our sons epilepsy condition and his foundation I was moved beyond words. Use this company for anything sports related ! You will not be disappointed!! Thank you so very much MBYS ! Bobby Delmonico2023-08-08 These guys are great. They do what they say and they get it done. Very trustworthy. Edward Leskauskas Sr.2023-07-23 My Backyard Sports just completed the lining of my court! It looks fantastic. A gift to my boys (1 of which is playing college hoops this year). We had numerous weather challenges in NJ this summer but Michael and Deb worked through to get the job done- in top notch fashion. I considered doing myself but after watching the experts- there is no way I could have achieved the pinpoint accuracy of the measurements, the precision taping and high quality painting. I feel like I have a professional court in my backyard. I am really amazed at how fantastic my court looks. I would highly recommend My Backyard Sports for this service. Roger2023-07-08 Just had my new hoop put up this morning after the team took my old one down and found a better spot for my new one. It’s amazing. I love it and my kids are so excited. I’ve played high level for many years throughout school and after and it’s the best hoop I’ve played on including all the arenas I’ve played in. Highly recommended. Cleaned up and took away my old one and even cut some branches away for my new one to make it even better and play better Thanks to Michael , Alex and the entire team internally and techs.Load moreVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more