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The Data Revolution: From Grassroots to the National Team

PlayerData users from US Soccer, the Chicago Fire, USC, and Indy Premier United join United Soccer Coaches live on April 20 to share how GPS data is shaping decisions at every level of the game.

What College Soccer Coaches Think You Should Know About GPS

Six college soccer coaches on why GPS data is changing how they recruit, develop, and prepare players for the demands of the next level.

Inside Bucknell Basketball’s Performance Model

How Bucknell Basketball Uses PlayerData to Keep Players Healthy, Engaged, and Ready When It Matters Most

Coaches' Voice and PlayerData Are Bringing Professional Standards to Grassroots Football

Coaches' Voice is bringing PlayerData's GPS wearables and the world's first connected ball to its elite grassroots events, giving coaches and players a professional match-day experience for the first time.

Somewhere in Maine: Bridgton Academy's Experience with Elite Athlete Tracking

Discover why Bridgton Academy brought elite athlete tracking to prep school basketball and how the players ran the whole system themselves.

Play Hard. Play Smart. Cleveland State Basketball and PlayerData.

Inside Cleveland State Men's Basketball and how wearable technology is helping their program play hard, play smart, and never get left behind.

Built in Youngstown: How YSU Uses GPS to Develop Football Players

One year in, Youngstown State has seen tremendous value in making the switch to PlayerData for its football program.

How Dundee United's Academy Is Using GPS Data to Develop the Next Generation

With PlayerData, Dundee United Academy has raised the standard of their performance infrastructure.

PlayerData has officially entered Major League Baseball

How clubs are rethinking performance in an ultra-competitive professional baseball era.

The Waring School: A New Way to See Growth

How the Waring School is using PlayerData to empower student-athletes.

Two Seasons, Zero Soft Tissue Injuries

How Syracuse Women’s Soccer Built a Healthier, Smarter Program with PlayerData.

The Modern Fullback vs. Winger: Who Covers More Ground?

The modern game is different. We take a look at the data to understand the differences between the modern fullback and wingers.

Springfield College Enhances Student-Athlete Experience with PlayerData

Springfield College, an unmatched force in the world of kinesiology and exercise science, chooses PlayerData as its GPS provider.

Davidson Men's And Women's Basketball Choose PlayerData

Davidson basketball will leverage groundbreaking portable LPS system.

Over 200 Athletes Use PlayerData at the National Academic Camp

Davidson College hosts renowned camp for the nation's top high academic football prospects.

From the Ground Up: How Clydebank FC’s Data-Driven Strategy Made History

Clydebank FC reaches new heights after securing promotion to the Lowland League.

Aligning Physical and Mental Strength: The Key to Combating Doubt

Preparation is the antidote to doubt.

Understanding Burnout and What You Can Do to Avoid It

Discover how to spot the signs of burnout and maintain peak performance throughout the season.

WoSFDL PlayerData League Cup 2023/24

Congratulations Renfrew FC U20s - WoSFDL PlayerData Cup Champions 2023/24

Track the Metrics That Matter

Using Data-Driven Insights to Maximise Team & Player Performance

The Importance of In-Season Monitoring & Testing

Are sport-related fitness tests still necessary?

Why Player Position Interactions Matter in Soccer

A look at the importance of interactions between player positions on the field and how physical demands differ between them.

Positional Variations in Match Day Distance

Football is a multifaceted team sport that incorporates a blend of strategic passes, positioning, sprints, and collisions

The Impact of Menstruation on Training

How do phases of the menstrual cycle affect performance?

Play Safe: Keeping Safeguarding at the Forefront of Soccer

Calling on our PlayerData Community to join The FA's 'Play Safe Pledge'

The Importance Of Conditioning For Peak Performance

The importance of conditioning in football & soccer plays a huge role in the outcome of matches, as much as it is a team sport.

Stemming the rise of ACL injuries in women's football

Learn more about the worrying increase of ACL injuries in women's football and what you can do to avoid them

The Impact on Match Outcomes from Substitutions

Discover why tracking substitutions is important when it comes to winning more game and find out just how easy it is now to track in the PlayerData App

Hamstring Injury Prevention

Discover how best to avoid hamstring injuries and the best route to recovery if you are unlucky enough to suffer one

Keeping on top of Injury Prevention

Discover why injury prevention is an essential aspect of sports performance for athletes to work at their optimal level

Session Report Analysis

Are you tracking the right metrics to maximise team and individual performance?

Individual Speed Zones: Personalized Athlete Tracking Made Easy

Tailor Speed Tracking to Each Athlete for More Accurate Performance Insights.

Enhanced Session Creation: Streamlining Your Coaching Workflow

Faster, Easier, and More Intuitive Session Setup at Your Fingertips.

IMG Academy Selects PlayerData to Boost Youth Soccer

The globally recognized sports education brand is bringing PlayerData’s advanced wearable technology to its youth soccer programs.

PlayerData and Allen Eagles Team Up for Football Excellence

Integrating PlayerData’s cutting-edge technology, the Allen Eagles are set to elevate their performance and maintain their legacy of excellence this season.

PlayerData and Neumann University Boost College Soccer

PlayerData teams up with Neumann University to revolutionize their soccer program with advanced GPS tracking technology.

Master Workload to Reduce Injury and Improve Performance

Confused by training data? Our new Workload metric simplifies everything!

PlayerData Partners with Performance Course for Athletes

PlayerData partners with Performance Course to enhance athlete development using GPS tech, improving recruitment, workload management, and training.

Grimsby Town Academy: PlayerData Drives Elite Performance

Grimsby Town F.C. Academy partners with PlayerData to enhance player development through real-time performance tracking and advanced analytics.

Train Smarter: Load Management Science to Reduce Injuries

Discover the science behind reducing injury risks through strategic training adjustments.

FC Cincinnati: Developing Champions From Within

How PlayerData are helping save FC Cincinnati time and money.

PGMOL: Revolutionizing Officiating with PlayerData

PlayerData is thrilled to partner with PGMOL, responsible for officiating all professional football matches in England.

Introducing PlayerData Connect

Unlock In-Session Metrics For Greater Performance Insights

PlayerData EDGE Awarded FIFA Quality Certification

Affordability and great value doesn't mean you have to compromise on quality and excellence.

2023 A Year In Review

From historic triumphs on the pitch to game changing technological developments, 2023 has been a fantastic and unforgettable year.