[Wondergirl]

Depending on the parenting these teens get (not much, it seems), you might be doing them a huge favor. Even if you grabbed a few of them and handed out homemade brownies or cookies and engaged them in a brief conversation, that might make a world of difference. (Give the treats to ALL the kids, so the teens don't think you are poisoning them.)

[alkalineangel]

Lol. Poisoning, indeed.

[Wondergirl]

Or lacing the brownies with Ex-Lax...

[alkalineangel]

I've done that to work thieves before... but it clearly stated it on the label right next to my name, had they read It...

[AK lawyer]

... They spit and yell and throw trash at the dogs in the courts (who stay in their own yards, might I add) and some even jump up on cars or mailboxes when the dogs go out into the yard to use the restroom, even though they are fenced or leashed. ...

Well trained dogs. I have never been able to train a dog to use a restroom. But what is the restroom doing in the yard? :)

Seriously, consider chaining the baskeball net to something immovable, using a padlock, so it is on your property when not being used. And then post a sign prohibiting trespassing. If these kids want to use your net they, or their parents, wll have to talk to you and come to an understanding.

[alkalineangel]

Thanks, AK. I appreciate it... and I could've typed the words I was really thinking, but I try to keep my pirate's mouth out of public spaces :) LOL