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Functions of sports analytics
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Monitoring fitness, skill development, injury prevention and the acute to chronic workload ratio, game analysis, and talent identification and scouting.
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Name the five main functions of sports analytics.
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How is analytics used to monitor a player's fitness over a season?
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Name the five main functions of sports analytics.
Model answer
The five functions are monitoring fitness, developing skill and technique, preventing injury, analysing games and identifying talent.
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How is analytics used to monitor a player's fitness over a season?
Model answer
Heart rate, GPS and fitness test data are recorded throughout the season. The coach can see whether a player's fitness is improving or declining.
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How can heart rate data help a coach plan training?
Model answer
Heart rate data shows how hard a performer is working in each session. The coach can check that training is in the intended intensity zone.
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How can analytics support skill and technique development?
Model answer
Video and motion analysis compare a performer's technique with an expert model. The performer receives precise feedback on what to change.
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A javelin thrower's distances have stalled. How could analytics help?
Model answer
Motion analysis can measure the angle, speed and height of release on each throw. The coach can then adjust technique to improve the release.
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How can analytics help to prevent injury?
Model answer
Tracking data shows when a player's training load rises sharply or fatigue builds. The coach can reduce the workload before an injury occurs.
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