In recent years, athletes have increasingly taken control of their public image by leveraging platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, bypassing traditional media outlets. This shift represents a significant change in how athletes manage their name, image, and likeness (NIL). Beyond curating their personal brands, there is an emerging opportunity to use performance data to create engaging content for fans.
The NFL preseason sets the stage not only for intense competition but also for showcasing the remarkable intersection of athlete performance and business strategy. As teams harness advanced sports science to push player capabilities to their peak, this not only affects the outcome on the field but also plays a crucial role in shaping team branding and commercial appeal.
Modern sports commentary is no longer just about describing the action; it’s about providing context and analysis that enhances the narrative of the competition. With advancements in sports science, commentators could now have access to a wealth of information that might help them explain why an athlete may be performing at their best or struggling in a particular moment. For example, insights into an athlete’s lactate threshold, heart rate, or recovery metrics could provide explanations for sudden changes in pace or endurance during a race.
Ferran Torres, a name that has become synonymous with promise and potential in the world of football, has faced his share of challenges on the path to the highest level. His journey from the Valencia youth academy to the heights of Manchester City and FC Barcelona has been marked by significant achievements and undeniable talent. However, like many elite athletes, Torres encountered obstacles that tested his mental resilience
Andy Murray, who most would consider Scotland’s greatest ever sportsman, has announced that he will officially retire from professional tennis following the conclusion of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Murray's career is a testament to physical and mental resilience, determination, and exceptional natural talent. As we reflect on his journey, it’s clear that he leaves behind a legacy that transcends the sport.
A few weeks ago we wrote a blog that highlighted the danger of pseudoscience. That article focused on how products and activities that don't stand up to scientific rigour can harm the industry and individuals. The issue put simply, is that by offering quick fixes and false hope, people don’t engage in proven strategies to support health or performance gains and therefore miss out on benefits in either health or performance.
Premier League players returned to training in small groups this week as part of the ongoing Covid-19 return to play protocols. The improvement in the weather offered a pleasant backdrop for coaches, players, and a limited number of sport scientists to be out on the training ground. It also gave media teams a valuable opportunity to capture content for the many behind the scenes training videos being produced to satisfy fans’ thirst for content.
European competition has returned this week, after another hectic weekend in the Premier League. Chelsea have now opened up a three-point gap at the top of the table. So as teams prepare for the busy December and January playing schedule, it is no surprise that the ‘benefits of not being in Europe’ theories have begun to take shape.
