Technology Fridays "Unlocking the Future of Youth Baseball: Exploring New Technologies"
by Chris Moore on Mar 29, 2024 8:15:00 AM
As the world progresses into the digital age, every aspect of our lives is being touched by technology, including sports. In the realm of youth baseball, technology is revolutionizing the way players train, coaches strategize, and teams compete. In this blog post, we'll delve into the …
The Impact of Athletic Trainers on Reducing Medical Claims and Costs
by Lauren Spirov on Mar 27, 2024 8:45:00 AM
The benefits of Athletic Trainers (ATs) extend beyond injury prevention and actually provide significant cost savings. AT services can help support the reduction of medical payments and utilizations, but what does this mean exactly for athletes? By simply employing ATs in schools, the …
Technology Fridays "Paving the Way to a Safer Sporting Future: The Role of Technology in Injury Prevention!"
by Chris Moore on Mar 22, 2024 9:15:00 AM
Sports have always been about pushing the boundaries of human capability. From sprinting faster to jumping higher, athletes continually strive for excellence. However, the inherent risk of injury comes with the pursuit of greatness. Fortunately, in today's era, technology is revolutio …
The Importance of Data Collection
by Lauren Spirov on Mar 20, 2024 8:00:00 AM
In 2014, Pennsylvania athletic trainer Alex Zettlemoyer sought to better understand the relationship between coaches and athletic trainers. He conducted interviews with coaches and parents of youth athletes and identified three main characteristics that comprise successful relationshi …
Technology Fridays "Harnessing the Power of Big Data in Sports Science and Analytics"
by Chris Moore on Mar 8, 2024 9:30:00 AM
In the ever-evolving landscape of sports science and analytics, big data integration has emerged as a game-changer. From optimizing athlete performance to refining coaching strategies, utilizing big data sets has revolutionized how we understand and approach sports. This blog post del …
Benefits of neuromuscular training programs for athlete injury prevention
by Lauren Spirov on Mar 6, 2024 8:57:00 AM
Did you know that each year, 4 million school-aged children will suffer a sports related injury? Of these, upwards of 400,000 are knee injuries. For a parent, practitioner, coach, and especially athlete, these statistics are alarming. We know that sports injuries can affect just about …
Technology Fridays "Navigating the Intersection of High School Athletes, Social Media, and NIL"
by Chris Moore on Mar 1, 2024 9:00:00 AM
In today's digital age, high school athletes face unique challenges and opportunities with the rise of social media and Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) legislation. Social media platforms offer unprecedented access to visibility and connectivity, allowing athletes to build personal brands …