Technology in sport

Question 1

What is sports analytics?

Answer 1

Studying data from sports performances to try and improve performance

Question 2

What is quantitative data?

Answer 2

Objective information that is numerical

Question 3

What is qualitative data?

Answer 3

Subjective info that is worded, focus on thoughts and feelings

Question 4

What is validity?

Answer 4

The degree in which the data measures what it claims to measure

Question 5

What is reliability?

Answer 5

When the data is consistent when data collection is repeated at a later date

Question 6

What are the 2 types of video motion analysis?

Answer 6

Notational match analysis

Biomechanics

Question 7

What is biomechanics?

Answer 7

The analysis of the sporting impact of body movements

Question 8

What is notational match analysis?

Answer 8

The study of movement patterns, strategy and tactics of a performer/team

Question 9

What do notational match analysis and biomechanics have in common?

Answer 9

Both use measured observation (quantitative) in order to quantify performance in an accurate and valid way/

Question 10

What are the benefits of video analysis?

Answer 10

Help formulate strategies against opponents by looking at stats

Question 11

How can reliability be affected in research?

Answer 11

Human error from incorrect equipment use

Poor accuracy from faulty equipment

Question 12

What percent of a game can athletes and coaches recall without video analysis?

Answer 12

30%

Question 13

What are the benefits of performance analysis analysis?

Answer 13

Recognise poor decision making

Can be used to develop an athletes training programme

Can be used to formulate tactics and strategies by viewing stats of other team/athletes

Identify strengths and weakness

Question 14

What is indirect calorimetry?

Answer 14

Measurement of amount of heat and energy generated in an oxidation reaction expressed as REE

Question 15

What is resting energy expenditure REE?

Answer 15

Amount of energy in Kcal required for a 24 hour period by the body at rest

Question 16

What affects the REE of a performer?

Answer 16

Weight
Height
Age
Gender
Lifestyle/habits

Question 17

What is a metabolic cart?

Answer 17

An electronic medical tool used to measure the bodies metabolism

Question 18

Benefits of indirect calorimetry and use of metabolic cart

Answer 18

Determine athletes response to nutrition

Classify obesity

Determine athletes nutritional needs

Question 19

What are the components of the metabolic cart?

Answer 19

Computer system
Breathing tubes
Mobile push cart

Question 20

What are the sources of error and difficulties when using the metabolic cart?

Answer 20

Consumption, not needs
Leakage of air
Overfeeding or underfeeding
Single snapshots not as effective as average results overtime
Errors in measurement may occur

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Question 21

What are G forces

Answer 21

Forces acting on body as a result of acceleration or gravity

Question 22

What is GPS

Answer 22

Global positioning system

Question 23

What can GPS measure?

Answer 23

Heart rate
Pace
recovery time
Acceleration

Question 24

Benefits of using GPS tech

Answer 24

Better use of training by ensuring it mimics game demands

Improve tactical analysis

Compare player performance and pick players with the best stats

Help injured players recover faster by managing workload

Question 25

What is data integrity?

Answer 25

Ensuring data is recorded into a system exactly as intended and can be retrieved the same as it was entered

Question 26

What ways can data integrity be comprimised?

Answer 26

Human error when data enetered Errors when transferring data between computers Malware Hardware malfunction

Question 27

What ways can threats to data integrity be minimised?

Answer 27

Regularly backing up data Security mechanism to protect from malware Take care when inputting data Use error detection and correction software Not leaving computer unattended

Question 28

What is an example of analytics software?

Answer 28

Dart fish

Question 29

What are the benefits of using electrostimulation technology?

Answer 29

Strengthen and tones muscle to prevent injury Prevent fitness losses during periods of inactivity Assist rehabilitation by strengthening injured or weak areas Help remove lactic acid

Question 30

Drawbacks of electrostimulation tech?

Answer 30

Overuse makes it ineffective Stimulation for too long will exhaust muscles

Question 31

In what 4 ways can sports analytics be used?

Answer 31

Monitor fitness Skill and technique development Game analysis Talent ID

Question 32

How has technology aided in disbaled sport?

Answer 32

Adapted lightweight wheelchairs for fast paced sports Prosthetics developed for running to be lightweight and powerful strides Low impact pedal exercise allows elderly to exercise without great strain on joints and stimulate circulation

Question 33

What is the "Places people play" initiative?

Answer 33

Initiative by sport england to provide facilities for sport

Question 34

Benefits of technology on sport

Answer 34

Increase participation by increasing inclusivity Increase facility quality Aid development player and overall quality

Question 35

Drawbacks of technology on sport

Answer 35

Data may be misleading Cna be expensive, causing inequalities Become too reliant on data, decreases creativity May have placebo effect

Question 36

Benefits of technology on performers

Answer 36

Improved clothing or footwear Imrpoved sports and protective equipment Improved recovery time Imrpoved rehabillitation time Increased nutrional and supplement knowledge Performance feedback

Question 37

Drawbacks of technology on the performer

Answer 37

Lead to injury or over aggression if performer feels "invincible" Drugs can become undetected, causing cheating Expensive

Question 38

Benefits of tech on coach

Answer 38

Can be highly informative Can aid in creation of training programmes

Question 39

Negatives of tech on coach

Answer 39

Hindernace if over reliance on tech Potential hacking can cause tactics and strategies to be exploited

Question 40

Benefits of tech on audience

Answer 40

Reduce frustration from correct decisions Helps officials communicate and audience can sometimes hear Audience can easily view stats at games Increased excitement awaiting decisions

Question 41

Drawbacks of tech on audience

Answer 41

Loss of respect to official Some venues may not afford the tech Breaks in play can be disruptive, official overuses Tech not welcomed by all