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Catapult Blog's wearable technology gives information on different kinds of wearable technologies like a flagship, LPS, elite GPS wearable technology, and many more! Catapult exists to unleash the potential of every athlete and team on earth. Operating at the intersection of sports science and analytics, Catapult products are designed to optimize performance, avoid injury, and quantify..
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Sports analytics is about using data to help athletes and teams perform better. It’s a new approach that takes the guesswork out of coaching, giving clear insights that help improve training and tactics.
This method is changing various sports by making it easier to understand what makes an athlete or team successful. Sports analytics blog, contents list:
Sports Analytics Foundations
What is Sports Analytics?
Application of Sports Analytics
Performance Metrics and KPIs
Injury Prevention and Analytics
Success Stories
Conclusion
1. Sports Analytics Foundations
At its core, sports analytic ..read more
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2024 Update
Since our last check-in, the Sweden women’s national football team has kept up their impressive run on the international scene. Notably, their shining moment came at the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022. We’ve updated this blog to keep you in the loop on their achievements and how cutting-edge tech from Catapult is playing a role in their continued success.
The Tech That’s Changing the Game
The collaboration between the Swedish Football Association (SvFF) and Catapult remains strong, using wearable tech to improve player performance, minimize injury risks, and speed up recovery times. Dive d ..read more
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New Era Begins: NRL’s American Debut
As the National Rugby League (NRL) prepares for an unprecedented match at Allegiant Stadium, the excitement within the teams is palpable. For the first time, the NRL will bring the intensity and passion of Australian rugby league to American soil, showcasing the sport’s global appeal and the innovative edge that technology brings to it.
The Manly Sea Eagles’ General Manager of Football, John Bonasera, expressed enthusiasm about this historic moment, highlighting the crucial role of Catapult’s ClearSky Local Positioning System in providing comprehensiv ..read more
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Introduction – Trends in Sports
Staying ahead of the curve by understanding the trends in sports is essential where technology and training innovations significantly impact performance and success. So what are the latest trends in sports?
Technology, Training & Competitive Advantage
The integration of technology, from wearable devices to advanced analytics, has revolutionized athlete preparation, making it a key factor in competitive advantage. These developments, as highlighted in insights like the steps to success with athlete monitoring, show the transformative effect of technology in s ..read more
Catapult Blog » Wearable Technology
2M ago
Download the Report: 2024 Sports Trends & Predictions
Contents – Report: 2024 Sports Trends & Predictions
Foreword – 2024 Sports Trends & Predictions
2023 Sports Trends in Reflection
2023 Outcomes
2024 Sports Trends Forecast
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Prescriptive Analytics
Democratization of Technology
Wearable and Video Integration
Individualized Training
Growth of Women’s Sports
Focused Return to Play
Conclusion of the 2024 Sports Trends Forecast
Solution Snapshot: Revolutionizing Sports Performance Across Disciplines
Trends In Sports Across The Years
#1 Foreword – 20 ..read more
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2M ago
Exciting News in the Rugby World: Italian Rugby Team Joins Forces with Catapult ahead of the Six Nations
In a notable development for the world of rugby performance analysis technology, the Italian Rugby Federation has invested in Catapult’s rugby technology, representing a key step in their ongoing pursuit of excellence on the international stage.
This investment highlights a significant progression in the technological framework of rugby, as Catapult now proudly supports four out of the six prestigious 6 Nations Tournament participants, including Wales, Scotland, France, and now Italy ..read more
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WHAT IS PLAYER LOAD?
Player Load is a metric that measures an athlete’s physical effort during movement. It calculates this by adding up the acceleration in all directions, as captured by a three-axis accelerometer. To make the number more manageable for analysis, the total acceleration is divided by a scaling factor of 100. This simplifies the overall Player Load value. Originally, the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) developed this formula for rugby union to quantify players’ effort levels.
About Player Load
Coaches, analysts and sports scientists are always striving to quantify the perfo ..read more
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Understanding Inertial Movement Analysis (IMA) in Athlete Performance Tracking Introduction to Inertial Movement Analysis (IMA)
The field of athlete tracking has significantly progressed with the introduction of Inertial Movement Analysis (IMA). This revolutionary method offers a comprehensive insight into athletes’ micro-movements and their intensity levels, providing a detailed understanding of their performance and potential biomechanical concerns.
What is Inertial Movement Analysis (IMA)?
Inertial Movement Analysis (IMA) is a cutting-edge set of metrics designed to measure athlete movement ..read more
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Introduction to Athlete Management
Data is an increasingly valuable resource in the world of modern sport. As teams strive to gain a competitive edge over their rivals, access to objective information is vital for organisations that seek to make informed performance decisions.
The proliferation of data has had numerous benefits for athletes and teams, but it also presents a number of issues. As clubs work with ever greater volumes of information, the management, synthesis, and dissemination of that data can become complex and time-consuming. When faced with multiple data streams and organisati ..read more
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2M ago
At Catapult Sports, we are delighted to announce our collaboration with Loughborough University and West Ham United Women’s Team in a groundbreaking research study to transform women’s football player development.
In this three-year initiative, we will harness the power of data to enhance the understanding, development, and performance of female football players.
Rich Ellis, Head of Commercial Partnerships and Sports Facilities at Loughborough University, said:
“We are thrilled to be leading on such a vital piece of research as women’s football continues to go from strength to strength ..read more