Sports performance analytics software helps coaches turn on-field gameplay videos into actionable data insights for improved team performance. Through video and data analysis features, these products can hone in on every second of recorded gameplay to highlight weaknesses in team performance, and allow users to visualize different field positions and scenarios on generated fields or maps. Sports performance analytics software can be customized to track key metrics for any given sport, such as total basketball shots or total football interceptions, and can monitor individual athlete statistics and game performance over time. These tools are intended to reduce the manual burden on coaches and leverage artificial intelligence software to gain an edge over opponents. Some products can even capture in-game video in real time to allow coaches to alter gameplay strategy on the fly.
Standard sports performance analytics software enables users to record and upload game footage as needed, with more advanced products offering scripting features to isolate the most important parts of video files and automate the video review process. Users can mark notes on specific timestamps and can splice video footage on a timeline as needed, similar to video editing software. Summary reports can be generated based on input criteria to monitor team development over time and focus on improvement areas.
To qualify for inclusion in the Sports Performance Analytics category, a product must:
Allow users to upload, segment, and annotate sports gameplay video footage
Utilize data analytics and algorithms to identify video highlights for review
Track individual player statistics and positions
Visualize different player placements and gameplay scenarios on maps or graphs
Generate statistical reports and video clip playlists