Exploring the Impact of Release Velocity in Football Training and Performance
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By Matthew Brown Release velocity is a key metric in football, measuring the speed at which a player’s foot strikes the ball. This data point provides valuable insights into the intensity of technical actions, offering a deeper understanding beyond merely counting the number of ball strikes. The Hypothesis Behind Release Velocity While the total number […]
Elevate Preseason Testing: Integrating Technical Metrics for Holistic Monitoring
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By Matthew Brown It is commonplace in preseason to conduct baseline performance testing that can be used as an indication of where development is required, and results can be compared to future performance testing outcomes to judge progress. Common tests within football clubs are used to measured max sprint speed, cardiovascular health, aerobic/anaerobic capacity, neuromuscular […]