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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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.
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Enhancing Athletic Ability: The Intersection of Sports Performance Training and Sports Analytics

In the dynamic world of sports, athletes are continually seeking an edge to maximize their performance. Two essential aspects that are revolutionizing the way athletes train and compete are sports performance training and sports analytics. In short, they’re harnessing the power of cutting-edge training techniques and data-driven insights to unlock their full potential.

A sports scientist works with athletes during a sports performance training session to explain how the data they're collecting can improve their workouts..
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Customizing Sports Data Analytics: Empowering Women Athletes through Daily Surveys

In the world of sports, the pursuit of excellence is constant. Whether you’re a player, coach, or athletic trainer you’re always looking for ways to improve your performance, or the overall performance of your team, and gain a competitive edge. 

A game-changer in achieving this and optimize performance strategies lies in the fusion of sports data analytics and a deeper understanding of women’s menstrual cycle through daily surveys. Let’s dive in.

Sports data is now being designed with women in mind by using daily surveys and demand planners.
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Sports Performance Training: Transitioning From the Weight Room to On-Court Training

Coaches are always looking for innovative methods to enhance their team’s performance. By analyzing performance data, coaches can gain invaluable insights into players’ strengths, weaknesses and progress, both on and off the court.

Basketball coaches are now using sports performance tracking technology to make the switch from weight room workouts to on-the-court practices and games.
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How Does a Football (Soccer) Vest Help Coaches Collect Data and Analytics?

One innovation that is transforming soccer is the use of a football vest equipped with a player tracking device that uses cutting-edge technology to collect data and analytics. They’re helping coaches and athletic trainers to make better decisions about their players and game plans.

A soccer vest is worn by players in many sports, either above or underneath their playing or practice jersey.