LinkedIn With Athletes

The Athlete Network Gives Athletes Their Own Dedicated LinkedIn-Like Platform

Giuliano's Comment: This new type of networking website is directly for people in the sports industry. Those who are playing a sport or those who work in the sport world. This is a great new technology that will allow people in this business to communicate with others, and network with those only in the sports industry. This is another professional website that you can put your accomplishments and career background. It can be a great website for recruitment for positions. I would encourage those who have an interest in a career in sports to join this website.     

Wearable Jump Sensor in the NBA

How The NBA Should Start Using The VERT Wearable Jump Sensor

Some of the most entertaining players in the NBA share one common feature, top tier athleticism. From LeBron and his signature fast break slam to Blake Griffin and his knack for putting defenders on a poster, many players gain recognition and eventual popularity because of their jaw dropping explosiveness.

Giuliano's Comment: The NBA is adding new technology to record different types of stats in the record books. This new technology from VERT allows players to wear a sensor that can measure jump heights in a game. These high flying athletes can use this device to their advantage in the games. By keeping record of jump measurements they can improve upon their skill to see gains in the future. Also another benefit from this product could take the viewership of certain players to a new level. With instant replays and showing of the height an athlete reached during an amazing play. This device can be use for any sport that uses the techniques of reaching certain jumping heights.    

MLB Goes Digital

MLB All-Star Ballots Go Digital Starting This Season

The 2015 MLB All Star game in Cincinnati will be the first game to have the rosters decided by only online voting methods.

Major league Baseball is known for its consistency and history. The sport known as “America’s Pastime” has made very little changes to the way games are played and broadcasted. But the MLB may be adapting to the current trend of technological advancements in the sports world.

Giuliano's Comment: Major League Baseball is known for keeping up with old tradition, and not falling under the spell of the technology advancements in the world of sports. However, now they are starting to build up on those trends. The first change of the game came when the league implemented instant replays a few years ago. Now they have changed their method of the All Star voting. The ballots won't be filled out on paper anymore. Now they have moved to an online version of voting. I think this is a great change in the league, because it will get more fans involved. Also it will allow players more opportunity to be voted into the game, and we will get to see new skills on the field. 

Virtual Reality Help to Train Better

Virtual Reality Will Help To Train Football Players And Eliminate Unnecessary Contact

Over the last several years numerous companies have stepped up to the plate and developed software and hardware solutions to help athletes and coaches stay ahead of the game. One of those companies is Eon Sports VR.

Giuliano's Comment: Eon Sports VR has developed technology to help athletes of all ages provide a virtual reality type of training that is much  safer than on-the-field training. It also allows for more mental preparation. This device is a strap on headset that will bring players to show a virtual environment so they can train as if they were live and on the field. I believe that this technology will help with prevent injury at practice, and will bring more mental preparation for the game. However, it will take away from the physical and active  moments. Players need to prepare for how hard they are going to get hit so they can bounce right back up and keep playing. This technology might help an organization, but should not be overused.   

New Hi-Def Technology Used in March Madness

This Year’s March Madness Referees Have Hi-Def Instant Replay For The First Time

March 20, 2015

To help the referees get calls correct and eliminate some of the controversy and chaos, NCAA officials for both the men’s and women’s tournament will have high-definition instant replay for the first time thanks to DVSport.

Giuliano's Comment: DVSport is already known for providing  professional and college teams software that allows coaches and players to use laptops to break down film of themselves or the opponent. This allows teams to study their competition to gain advantage in the game. It also allows teams to study their movements to improve on their skills. I believe this technology allows the game to be more competitive. To see who study their components better. High definition is going to grow in the sport industry to allow officals and referees to make the correct calls in the game.  

3 Key Rehab Devices For Derrick Rose To Return From His Latest Knee Injury

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March 13, 2015

Feb 7, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose (1) against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Three-time NBA All-Star and Most Valuable Player in 2011, Derrick Rose, recently had his second surgery on the same torn meniscus in his right knee that he tore in 2013 playing against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Giuliano's Comment: Derrick Rose is a valuable player in the NBA organization. However, his right knee is still determining if he will be able to return. He has recently gotten surgery for the second time on that knee on February 27th. The doctors say the surgery went well, and predicted a 4-6 week of rehabilitation to possible return to the court. The three main devices that will give Derrick Rose the strength to play in the NBA again are working on a solid pro dual leg extension or curl machine daily. Also, when he walks, run, or plays basketball he should always have an X-Factor knee brace. The finally device to rehabilitate his knee is Rose could use therapeutic ultrasound administration to bring pulse frequencies through the knee to lessen the pain.    

Tech Upgrade at Amway Center

Magic, VenueNext in talks for tech upgrade at Amway Center

Published March 2, 2015, Page 13   

The Orlando Magic is in talks with tech vendor VenueNext to help upgrade mobile technology at Amway Center for next season, team CEO Alex Martins said.

Giuliano's Comment: VenueNext is a company that uses technology to enhance the fans experience in the stadium. Venuenext developed the mobile application for Levi's stadium. The Magic team wants to completely mobilize for next season, whether it's food and beverage, retail, replays, and stats. These next round of tech upgrades will come from a capital expenditures fund tied to the facility fee for all tickets sold for all events at Amway Center. Other improvements include upgrade of the entire north end was open. Now there is more seating and a 20,000-square-foot plaza for fans.    

Fit3D

Fit3D Develops Innovative Body Imaging Technology for Fitness

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Giuliano's Comment: The Fit3D is a three-dimensional body imaging technology that uses highly sensitive technology to scan an measure over 450 various points on your body in less than 35 seconds. The data is quickly complied to create a detailed image of your body tracking precises measurements on your girth, height, length, volume and surface area. The technology is also used to measure indicators of health risk in your body. This type of technology will soon be found in gym facilities so that people can indicate what part of their body they need to work out more in depth. Also, I can see this technology becoming popular in the professional leave so that athletes can study their weight gain and the area they can exercise more to improve their skills.       

NHL Improves on Leagues Website

NHL Website Is Beefing Up Its Statistical Presence

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Hockey fans, prepare for a fresh perspective to following action on the ice.Thanks to the SAP HANA Enterprise Cloud, NHL.com will revolutionize the way hockey statistics are tracked. The league’ official website has divulged a plan for dispersing helpful new features throughout the course of the next few years. An emphasis will be placed on real-time statistics in an interactive fashion that will better enlighten the casual fan, and give deeper insight for the die-hard enthusiasts.

Giuliano's Comment: True NHL fans will enjoy the new way the league is approching satistics. The NHL has partnered with SAP HANA Enterprise Cloud to show fans live statistics while the game is live. Fan enjoy seeing who holds the league in goals, pentaly time, saves, and most fights. This site will allow fans to make post-season predictions comments about the season. The NHL is trying to get the fans more involved in the game, and I believe will be the start of a new type of fantasy NHL.  

National Basketball Players Association Launches Player-Specific App

February 11, 2015

Yesterday, the National Basketball Player’s Association (NBPA) officially announced a player-specific app. This will be the first of its kind, and it is the latest in the NBPA’s efforts to keep the players informed of all happenings regarding the NBPA.

http://www.sporttechie.com/2015/02/11/national-basketball-players-association-launches-player-specific-app/ 

Giuliano's Comment: In today's world there is an app for everything. Apps allow entertainment, updates, and communication between people around the world. Having an app for the National Basketball Player's Association will allow fans and players to locate updated news about the organization faster. This app will allow players to be more informed about the organization. So far over 100 players have downloaded the app to learn about what is going on with other teams in the league. Players are fans too. 

Zebra tech coming to NFL

Zebra tracking tech coming to NFL combine

Published February 16, 2015  

One day, in the not-so-distant future, quarterbacks attending the NFL combine may not step onto the field to throw. Instead, they’ll step into a simulator to test their ability to read defenses.

“It will be a ‘Madden’-like video game,” said New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton, who has discussed the concept with Zebra Technologies, the company that this past season tracked players during games. “The Air Force trains their pilots in these simulators; you can train a quarterback.”

Giuliano's Comment: I can see this technology coming to the professional level. The NFL is not all about practice. There is a lot of studying going on between coaches and players about new plays, and other teams strategies.  If Zebra can create the technology so that players virtual see another teams movement on the screen rather than the field it can limit distractions. The simulator will allow athletes to pause in the middle of a play to study what movements needs to occur. Not only will this device be used for players, but coaches can use it to keep track of players work loud on the field. Zebra technology is a great new partner for the NFL.   

Wearable Airbag for Skiers

FEB 10, 2015 @ 9:39 AM

Wearable Airbag Could Save Skiers Lives—If They Would Just Wear It 

By: John Wenz

A skiing airbag could prevent deadly injuries on the slopes, but it may be a while before professional skiers warm to them, the Federation International de Ski says. 

Giuliano's Comment: During the past 10 years over 40 people have died skiing on the slops, and their are over 500 serious injuries each year on the mountains from extreme skiing. With statistics like that skiers still refuse to adapt to the idea of wearing a ski airbag to prevent injury. FIS have been improving the airbag vest since 2011. However,professional skier complain that the safety device adds weight. I mean is more weight more important than risking your life. The ski airbag uses internal sensors, and a GPS system to sense when a skier is toppling, which deploys the airbag if speed and angle suddenly change.  I think this is a great new technology  that will keep people safe, and prevent serious injury. I mean if I was not a professional I would consider this as a requirement to wear when going down a huge mountain.  

HEDDOKO

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EMEA: Heddoko smart sports wearable technology

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BY CLAUDIA BACCO ON FEBRUARY 10, 2015EMEA, INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT), WIRELESS

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Heddoko was one of the companies demonstrating their solution at the Munich Wearable Technologies conference and also one of the Innovation World Cup finalists in the sports and fitness category. RCR Wireless News had the opportunity to record a video overview of their technology while at the event.

http://www.rcrwireless.com/20150210/wireless/emea-heddoko-smart-sports-wearble-technology-tag11  

Giuliano's Comment: Heddoko is a new physical tracker of wearable technology. It is a Bluetooth device that tracks your movement in 3D on your smart phone. All you have to do is download the app. However, the app consist of only physical activities such as golf, youa, and cross-training. Although, the advancement in sport technology I believe this company will expand on the different types of sports usage for this device. The smart clothing has sensors to measure your upper and lower arm, upper and lower legs, chest, back, and stomach. The app helps track your performance, and warns you if you are doing the exercise with a wrong movement. I like the device because it help you position yourself to get the maximum workout in a safe way. Technology like this is advancing in the sport industry everyday to prevent future injuries.  

Hi- Tech Concussion Detection to Youth Sport

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December 18, 2014

Hiji Band Brings Hi-Tech Concussion Detection to Youth Sports

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image of the Hiji Band from their Kickstarter page.

Concussions, unfortunately, are a very common part of sports today. Athletes sustain an estimated 3.8 million concussions every year. Many parents are worried about the safety of their children while they play sports, and immediately want to know if and when they sustain a concussion. That is why Eric Luster founded “Movement Interactive,” and came up with the idea for the Hiji Band.

Giuliano's Comment: I think this is a great new device to use in youth sport and in professional level. Many youth athletes play in the game while having a concussion without knowing. Having a concussion at a young age is dangerous, because it can effect your brain development growing up. Parent's today are nervous to have their child play at a young again because of the risk of injury, and brain injury is the worst. The Hiji band can be used in youth football, ice hockey, lacrosse, and basketball. Maybe one day the device can be used in the professional leagues. Sport need to find a way to reduce the concussions rate, and this is a start.