Abstract
Wearable technology, specifically within a varsity athletics setting, has the potential to empower athletes to make informed and educated decisions about their training. However, few studies have investigated the perceived effectiveness from the athlete's point of view or considered what an athlete needs to be able to use these devices in an effective manner. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to explore the perceived effectiveness of the WHOOP band wearable technology within a varsity women's basketball team environment. Several themes emerged from the data that centered around the athlete/coach relationship, privacy concerns, consideration of life aspects outside of sport, and important considerations to be able to use the WHOOP data effectively in a team environment. These findings highlight important factors for future users to consider when implementing wearable technology in a university varsity sport team setting.
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