Linking tracking data to the fundamental aspects of position, time, velocity and acceleration in the context of physics and mathematics
Our player tracking approach is designed to extract player positioning vs. time data, which then allows the calculation of traditional and emerging player metrics. Athleticism is often defined in terms of speed, explosiveness, burst, and acceleration, with various metrics and various units commonly used. These metrics date to the early 1900’s with the introduction of the Sargent Jump Test, a vertical jump test put forth by Dr. Dudley Sargent. However, more than 100 years later, critical gaps remain in the accuracy and applicability of metrics used to measure athleticism in the context of football.
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