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 …
InjureFree White Paper: "Coaches Are Part of the Sports Safety Ecosystem"
by Lauren Spirov on Feb 28, 2024 8:15:00 AM
With youth sports injuries at a record-breaking high, it's time to spotlight the coach's role in sports safety. Coaches must work alongside Athletic Trainers (ATs) to support athletes' well-being through essential practices like documentation and documentation data collection. ATs can …
Technology Fridays "Continuous Monitoring and Adaptation in Sports"
by Chris Moore on Feb 23, 2024 8:45:00 AM
In the ever-evolving landscape of sports, technology plays a pivotal role in enhancing performance, preventing injuries, and optimizing training regimens. Among the most significant advancements is integrating continuous monitoring and adaptation systems. These innovative technologies …
Parent’s Role in Youth Athlete Development
by Lauren Spirov on Feb 21, 2024 8:45:00 AM
While coaches may seem like the experts when it comes to youth sports development, parents play a significant role, too! As their primary and most influential mentors, parents play a substantial part in the development of their child’s athletic abilities, health, life skill developmen …
Technology Fridays "Continuous Monitoring and Adaptation: The Key to Effective Sports Injury Prevention"
by Chris Moore on Feb 16, 2024 8:00:00 AM
In the realm of sports injury prevention, integrating technology is a pivotal force, offering continuous monitoring and adaptation to athletes. This fusion of athleticism and innovation enhances performance and mitigates the risk of injuries, allowing athletes to excel while minimizin …
The Advantages of Multi-Sport Participation in Youth Athletics
by Lauren Spirov on Feb 14, 2024 9:00:00 AM
While it may seem advantageous to a youth athlete’s skill development to specialize in one sport, research tells us that multi-sport participation offers many benefits! Sports specialization is defined as “intense, year-round training in a single sport with the exclusion of other spor …
Technology Fridays "The Role of 3D Printing in Customization in Sports"
by Chris Moore on Feb 9, 2024 9:15:00 AM
In today's sports industry, customization is becoming increasingly vital for athletes striving for optimal performance and unique style. Among the innovative technologies driving this trend, 3D printing is a game-changer. The Evolution of Customization in Sports: Traditionally, sports …
Incident Analysis and Review - What to Do Following an Injury
by Lauren Spirov on Feb 7, 2024 9:15:00 AM
Last month, we explored injury reporting, what it is, and how and why to report it. Injury reporting is reporting sports-related incidents that harm an athlete during a practice or game. Completing an injury report is important to ensure proper communication and implementation of emer …