KINEXON Sports Blog

Welcome to the KINEXON Sports blog, where we coaches, players, managers or fans learn about the latest insights, and stories about sports analytics, player tracking, and ball tracking. 

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How Football Analytics Are Helping to Decrease Injuries at the University of Wyoming

Author: Dave Grendzynski

Eric Donoval, the Director of Sports Performance for the University of Wyoming football team, offers a unique perspective on how KINEXON football analytics are reshaping his program’s training methods.

The University of Wyoming uses sports anlaytics from KINEXON to help provide their coaches and players with insights into their performance each week.
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Sports Science Reveals the Secret Behind Cristina Neagu's Unstoppable Handball Shot

Is Cristina Neagu really the best handball player in the world? Red Bull put together a team, that included a sports scientist from KINEXON, to help answer this question. Here’s what they discovered.

European handball player Cristina Neagu is the subject of a documentary that uses scientists from the sports analytics company KINEXON to try to figure out what makes her shot so hard to stop.
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How Football Analytics Rejuvenated the University of Louisiana's Training Regimen

Author: Dave Grendzynski

Coach Connor Neighbors, the University of Louisiana’s Director of Athletic Performance for Football, offers insights into how the Ragin’ Cajuns” are using American football analytics, and transforming their training approach.

The University of Louisiana football team practices while using player tracking devices that record data and provide analytics in football for the team.
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Why You Should Manage Shot Load With a Basketball Shot Tracker

Author: Gregory Bernstein

It’s a make-or-miss league.” This commonly heard phrase, repeated by coaches, players, and analysts worldwide, encapsulates the simple truth about basketball. With KINEXON Sport’s new shot tracker for basketball, you can now improve shooting and performance at the same time.

Basketball shot tracking apps are becoming a big part of the game plan for many coaches who are looking for an edge.
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KINEXON Volleyball Analytics: A Revolution in Sports Data

In the age of digitization, volleyball is experiencing a shift. While instinct and intuition still play a vital role in team management and strategy, there’s an ever-increasing emphasis on analytics. So, let’s find out what kind of data can you pull and what type of information can coaches glean from it.

Volleyball analytics are becoming a large part of the decision-making process coaches go through with players and game strategy.
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Sports Data Campus, KINEXON, and Sevilla FC Team Up to Improve Football Analytics

Author: Dr. Guilherme de Sousa Pinheiro

Sports technology is redefining many of the games we all love, including football. Analytics software is being studied and is ushering in a new era of sports. Thanks, in large part, to the Sports Data Campus, Sevilla FC, and ball tracking technology.

A look inside a "smart" football with the KINEXON ball tracking technology.
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How Shot Tracking Can Increase Success During Practice and In-Game

Shot statistics, generated by basketball analytics software, are a powerful tool that is revolutionizing how players, coaches, and trainers approach the game. This article explores the advantages of shot statistics, highlighting four key areas.

Basketball analytics software can be used to track a number of metrics from shooting percentage to a brand new data point called shot load.
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The Advantages Sports Performance Analysis Software Provide Coaches and Athletic Trainers

The ability to dissect every moment of a game or training session is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Sports performance analysis software has emerged as a vital tool for coaches and athletic trainers to refine strategies and optimize athlete performance. Here’s why. 

Sports performance analysis software is being used in many men's and women's sports to compile detailed information about players and teams.
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How This Basketball App for Coaches is Transforming Shot Tracking

Author: Jonas Bohner

As a basketball coach, you already know how vital performance metrics are to your team. But what if you could analyze these crucial data points without the need for wearable tech and get shot statistics at the same time?

Video recordings are the newest way coaches are getting basketball shot tracking from practice or games.
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How Football Players Improve Max Speed with Sports Performance Training

Football is a game of inches and can be the difference between victory and defeat; coaches and athletes are constantly seeking innovative ways to gain an edge. One of the most crucial aspects of the game is speed — the ability to cover ground quickly, change direction on a dime, and execute plays with precision. This is where the combination of sports performance coaches and cutting-edge technology come into play.

Sports performance tracking technology is now being used to determine the maximum speed for football players in America and in Europe.
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Sports Analytics: A Game-Changer for Injury Prevention in Team Handball

Team handball is a dynamic sport that requires agility, strength, and endurance. However, like any physical activity, it comes with the risk of injuries.

Fortunately, modern sports science, particularly sports analytics, is opening new avenues for injury prevention. Let’s explore how this data-driven approach is making handball safer for athletes.

Team handball is an exciting sport but very hard on the body and can result in many injuries for players.
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Why Basketball Coaches Use Athlete Profiling in the Off-Season

The offseason holds immense importance for basketball players and coaches, marking a crucial phase in their preparations for a strenuous season. The integration of performance tracking technology has brought about a transformative shift in how athletes and coaches navigate the offseason. This technology not only aids in refining coaching techniques and elevating long-term athletic development but also facilitates the evaluation of new player prospects, all while gearing up for the demands of the regular season.

Athlete profiling can be done by basketball coaches during offseason workouts to help improve play.