Athletic Performance Research Articles

Return to play and Athletic Performance in division I female volleyball players following anterior cruciate ligament injury

ABSTRACT Objectives The purpose of this study is to examine NCAA Division I volleyball players’ return to play rates and performance statistics compared to pre-injury levels following ACL injury. Methods Female volleyball players that sustained ACL injuries from 2008-2020 and competed in one of seven collegiate conferences (n = 99) were identified via an internet search algorithm. Players were categorized by position, academic year, and playing time pre- and post-injury. Post-injury performance statistics were gathered for a subset of outside hitters and middle blockers that played in ≥ 35 sets in a single season for up to 3 years following injury (mean 1.7 seasons). A control group (n = 512) was generated for demographic and statistical comparison. Mean pre-injury and post-injury statistics were compared for players that did not change positions and played ≥ 35 sets before and after injury. Results Volleyball attackers were 54.7% of the control population but sustained 78.8% of identified injuries. Following ACL injury, 6.1% of players registered no in-game statistics, 16.2% played in < 35 sets, 65.7% played in ≥ 35 sets, and 12.1% graduated. Mean performance statistics increased linearly the more years players were from ACL injury. Conclusions Female collegiate volleyball players return to play following ACL injury at high rates (93.1%) and maintain pre-injury performance levels. Volleyball attackers sustain ACL injuries more commonly than setters and libero/defensive specialists.

The role, readiness to change and training needs of the Athlete Health and Performance team members to safeguard athletes from interpersonal violence in sport: a mini review

The role, readiness to change and training needs of the Athlete Health and Performance team members to safeguard athletes from interpersonal violence in sport: a mini review

Balance abilities in high dynamic-sport athletes with different maximal voluntary contraction

Background: Previous studies have shown that muscle force control during submaximal isometric contractions is associated with the ability of dynamic balance to a greater extent than static balance in healthy adults. However, the effect of maximal voluntary contraction (MVC) on balance abilities of athletes with high dynamicsport, which are most popular in Thailand, needs to be addressed. Objective: To determine static and balance abilities of high dynamic-sport athletes at different levels of MVC. Materials and methods: Three groups of high dynamic-sport athletes at different levels of maximal voluntary contraction (MVC), were voluntarily recruited using a sports matrix classification. Outcome measures comprised the Balance Error Scoring System (BESS) and the Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT). Correlations between BESS and SEBT and confounding variables comprised of performance time of the Mcgill core endurance tests (Core), single-leg sit-to-stand (STS) test, and flexibility were investigated using Pearson’s correlation. After controlling for Core and STS, a factorial analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) was used to determine group differences in SEBT and BESS variables. Results: Athletes with high- and low- MVC had significantly different reaching distances in all SEBT directions (all, p&lt;0.05). Significant differences between the high- and the moderate- MVC groups were observed in anterior and lateral directions (p&lt;0.05). A significant difference between the moderate- and the low MVC groups was found in the medial direction (p&lt;0.05). After controlling for Core and STS, the observed group differences disappeared, except in the posterolateral reaching distance between the high- and the low-MVC groups (p&lt;0.05). A significant difference between the high- and the low-MVC groups was only observed in the total foam BESS scores with tandem stance (p&lt;0.05) and then disappeared after adjusting for Core and STS (all, p&gt;0.05). Conclusion: The observed differences in all SEBT directions among groups and the difference in the total BESS scores between the high- and the low- MVC, which were observed only in challenged conditions i.e., tandem-foam stance, suggested that dynamic, but not static balance performance of athletes with high dynamicsport appears to be associated with the magnitude of MVC. Core and STS, but not flexibility, are considered significant contributions to their balance performance.

Bone morphology and physical characteristics of the pro-cyclist hip joint.

This study aimed to investigate the radiographic findings for the hip joint and hip range of motion in professional cyclists, and to determine their bone morphology and physical characteristics. The effects of physical characteristics on athletic performance were examined in terms of metabolic efficiency using simulation analysis. We performed a case-control research study on 22 hips in 11 male professional cyclists (average age 28.5, height 1.73m, weight 77.6kg). Thirty hips in 15 healthy male volunteers were selected as controls. As radiographic evaluations, acetabular dysplasia was assessed on standardized radiographs. During physical evaluations, the hip range of motion was examined. We used simulation analysis to investigate the metabolic efficiency in the different cycling forms. The radiographic evaluations showed a significant difference in the incidence of acetabular dysplasia (p = 0.01): 59% (13/22 hips) in the pro-cyclist group versus 10% (3/30 hips) in the control group. The physical evaluations revealed significant differences in the hip internal rotation angle (p = 0.01), with greater ranges of internal rotation in the pro-cyclist group versus the control group. The simulation analyses showed that metabolism was reduced in the cycling form with hip internal rotation, especially in the lower extremities. Pro-cyclists showed a high frequency of acetabular dysplasia and superior hip internal rotation. According to the cycling model analyses, hip internal rotation allowed pedaling with reduced metabolic power.

Ecdysterone and Turkesterone—Compounds with Prominent Potential in Sport and Healthy Nutrition

The naturally occurring compounds ecdysterone and turkesterone, which are present in plants, including Rhaponticum carthamoides Willd. (Iljin), Spinacia oleracea L., Chenopodium quinoa Willd., and Ajuga turkestanica (Regel) Briq, are widely recognized due to their possible advantages for both general health and athletic performance. The current review investigates the beneficial biological effects of ecdysterone and turkesterone in nutrition, highlighting their roles not only in enhancing athletic performance but also in the management of various health problems. Plant-based diets, associated with various health benefits and environmental sustainability, often include sources rich in phytoecdysteroids. However, the therapeutic potential of phytoecdysteroid-rich extracts extends beyond sports nutrition, with promising applications in treating chronic fatigue, cardiovascular diseases, and neurodegenerative disorders.

Case Study: Performance Analysis throughout the History in Summer and Winter Olympics

The Olympics is the world’s foremost multisport international event that occurs every four years in 2 seasonal editions which are the Summer and Winter Olympics respectively. With more than 200 nations participating in hundreds of events, it is a matter of prestige for any nation and the dream of every sportsperson to win a medal in the Olympics. Despite the massive hard work of the sportspersons, many nations fail to win medals whereas some nations are able to grab most of the medals under the names of their nations. Therefore, an analysis of the history of the Olympics is needed to understand the performances of nations, athletes and events to observe certain patterns occurring throughout the history of Olympics, in order to help the nations to improve themselves. The primary objective of this paper is to analyze the historical data of both the Winter and Summer Olympics under 14 different factors using Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) techniques and statistical methods to evaluate the performance of nations and athletes as well as the historical evolution of Olympics and correlation of medal win of sports persons with external variables such as GDP and population. The analyses provide accurate insights of the performance of nations in the Olympics throughout history and help sportspersons to analyze their own and the competitor’s performances. In this paper, the data visualization aspect of EDA is used to provide a statistical view of factors that led to the evolution of the Olympic games as well as the performance of nations and sportspersons and helps countries with average and poor performances to improve themselves in upcoming Olympic editions.

Sports promote brain evolution: a resting-state fMRI study of volleyball athlete

BackgroundLong-term skill learning can lead to structure and function changes in the brain. Different sports can trigger neuroplasticity in distinct brain regions. Volleyball, as one of the most popular team sports, heavily relies on individual abilities such as perception and prediction for high-level athletes to excel. However, the specific brain mechanisms that contribute to the superior performance of volleyball athletes compared to non-athletes remain unclear.MethodWe conducted a study involving the recruitment of ten female volleyball athletes and ten regular female college students, forming the athlete and novice groups, respectively. Comprehensive behavioral assessments, including Functional Movement Screen and audio-visual reaction time tests, were administered to both groups. Additionally, resting-state magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data were acquired for both groups. Subsequently, we conducted in-depth analyses, focusing on the amplitude of low-frequency fluctuations (ALFF), regional homogeneity (ReHo), and functional connectivity (FC) in the brain for both the athlete and novice groups.ResultsNo significant differences were observed in the behavioral data between the two groups. However, the athlete group exhibited noteworthy enhancements in both the ALFF and ReHo within the visual cortex compared to the novice group. Moreover, the functional connectivity between the visual cortex and key brain regions, including the left primary sensory cortex, left supplementary motor cortex, right insula, left superior temporal gyrus, and left inferior parietal lobule, was notably stronger in the athlete group than in the novice group.ConclusionThis study has unveiled the remarkable impact of volleyball athletes on various brain functions related to vision, movement, and cognition. It indicates that volleyball, as a team-based competitive activity, fosters the advancement of visual, cognitive, and motor skills. These findings lend additional support to the early cultivation of sports talents and the comprehensive development of adolescents. Furthermore, they offer fresh perspectives on preventing and treating movement-related disorders. Trial registrationRegistration number: ChiCTR2400079602. Date of Registration: January 8, 2024.

Associations Between Hip Pathology, Hip and Groin Pain, and Injuries in Hockey Athletes: A Clinical Commentary.

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Practice and relevance of sports psychiatry in promoting athletes’ mental health in Japan

Abstract: Introduction: This article outlines the important and varied role of sports psychiatrists in Japan and highlights the unique challenges and contributions of sports psychiatry to improving the mental health and performance of athletes. The report emphasizes the need for accurate assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems in athletes and recognizes the cultural stigmas and pressures specific to competitive sport in Japan. Methods: The paper first reviews the development of sports psychiatry with reference to the founding principles of the International Society for Sports Psychiatry and the Japan Association of Sports Psychiatry. It examines the integration of sport into psychiatric care and vice versa and indicates the value of research in the relationship between exercise and mental well-being. Results: This paper also explores the development of comprehensive diagnostic guidelines, the creation of tailored therapeutic approaches in clinical practice, the promotion of collaborative research to advance the field, and the educational development of psychological specialists. The role of sport psychiatrists in education and public awareness is examined, as well as the importance of destigmatizing mental illness in sport and improving mental health literacy among athletes and their support networks. Conclusion: Overall, this article describes the evolving and multifaceted role of sports psychiatrists in Japan, highlighting their crucial contributions to athlete care, research, education and public awareness. It advocates a flexible and adaptable approach to meeting the ever-changing demands of sports and upholding the mental health needs of athletes.

Effects of the Flying Start on Estimated Short Sprint Profiles Using Timing Gates

Short sprints are predominantly assessed using timing gates and analyzed through parameters of the mono-exponential equation, including estimated maximal sprinting speed (MSS) and relative acceleration (TAU), derived maximum acceleration (MAC), and relative propulsive maximal power (PMAX), further referred to as the No Correction model. However, the frequently recommended flying start technique introduces a bias during parameter estimation. To correct this, two additional models (Estimated TC and Estimated FD) were proposed. To estimate model precision and sensitivity to detect the change, 31 basketball players executed multiple 30 m sprints. Athlete performance was simultaneously measured by a laser gun and timing gates positioned at 5, 10, 20, and 30 m. Short sprint parameters were estimated using a laser gun, representing the criterion measure, and five different timing gate models, representing the practical measures. Only the MSS parameter demonstrated a high agreement between the laser gun and timing gate models, using the percent mean absolute difference (%MAD) estimator (%MAD &lt; 10%). The MSS parameter also showed the highest sensitivity, using the minimum detectable change estimator (%MDC95), with an estimated %MDC95 &lt; 17%. Interestingly, sensitivity was the highest for the No Correction model (%MDC95 &lt; 7%). All other parameters and models demonstrated an unsatisfying level of sensitivity. Thus, sports practitioners should be cautious when using timing gates to estimate maximum acceleration indices and changes in their respective levels.

Limited Return to Preinjury Performance in NCAA Division I American Football Players With Hamstring Injuries.

Hamstring strains are common among elite athletes, but their effect on return to the same level of play in American football has been incompletely characterized. Data on National Collegiate Athletics Association Division I college football players with acute hamstring strains were gathered to identify the effects these injuries have on both return to play and athletic performance regarding velocity, workload, and acceleration. Case Series; Level of evidence, 4. Injury data for a single Division I football team were prospectively recorded over a 4-year period. Players wore global navigation satellite system and local positioning system (GNSS/LPS) devices to record movement data in practices and games. The practice and game data were cross-referenced to evaluate players with isolated acute hamstring strains. Comparisons were made regarding players' pre- and postinjury ability to maintain high velocity (>12 mph [19.3 kph]), maximal velocity, triaxial acceleration, and inertial movement analysis (IMA). There were 58 hamstring injuries in 44 players, of which 25 injuries from 20 players had GNSS/LPS data. Players were able to return to play from all 25 injury incidences at a mean of 9.2 days. At the final mean follow-up of 425 days, only 4 players had reached preinjury function in all measurements; 12 players were able to return in 2 of the 4 metrics; and only 8 players reached their preinjury ability to maintain high velocity. For those who did not achieve this metric, there was a significant difference between pre- and postinjury values (722 vs 442 m; P = .016). A total of 14 players were able to regain their IMA. Players who returned to prior velocity or acceleration metrics did so at a mean of 163 days across all metrics. While players may be able to return to play after hamstring strain, many players do not reach preinjury levels of acceleration or velocity, even after 13.5 months. Further studies are needed to confirm these findings, assess clinical relevance on imaging performance, and improve hamstring injury prevention and rehabilitation.

ASSESSMENT OF SLEEP HEALTH IN ELITE FEMALE BASKETBALL PLAYERS DURING INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION: A CASE STUDY

INTRODUCTION &amp; AIMS Sleep health is recognised as an essential component to optimise overall wellbeing and athletic performance. However, athletes frequently report sleep disturbance prior to and during competition, with nearly a quarter of athletes experiencing moderate to severe sleep problems international travel and subsequent competition. The Athlete Sleep Screening Questionnaire (ASSQ) was developed as a sleep screening tool to detect clinically significant sleep disturbances and daytime dysfunction in athletes. The purpose of this study was to assess sleep health (sleep disturbances, sleep difficulty and daytime dysfunction) via a sleep screening tool in elite female basketball players during international competition. METHODS Participants were 12 elite female basketball players (New Zealand Women’s Senior National Team, Tall Ferns) competing at the 2021 International Basketball Federation Women’s Asia Cup in Amman Jordan. The Athlete Sleep Screening Questionnaire (16 item) was used to assess sleep health and associated factors during the 7-day tournament to determine the impact of international travel. The ASSQ was scored according to previous validated methods to determine chronotype, sleep difficulty score, clinical sleep problem category (none, mild, moderate, or severe), and potential referral to a sleep physician for assessment due to poor sleep health. Categorical variables were summarised with frequency and percent. The study was approved by the University of Southern Queensland Human Research Ethics Committee (H21REA182). RESULTS Clinical sleep problems, as categorised by sleep difficulty score ≥ 8, were reported in 33% of the athletes, with 25% classified as moderate and 8% classified as severe. Fifty percent of the athletes reported sleep disturbance during travel, while 42% reported daytime dysfunction when travelling for competition. According to chronotype classification, 75% of athletes were categorised into evening type, 33% ‘definitely evening’ type sub-category, with 25% categorised into morning type. In total, 42.0% of athletes (5 players) were identified for further assessment. CONCLUSION This study highlights the effective use of the ASSQ as an easy to administer sleep screening tool to determine sleep health in elite female basketball players. The ASSQ provides a method of accurately identifying athletes that would benefit from sleep hygiene education, sleep travel management and subsequent preventative measures related to clinically significant sleep problems. In this case study, a substantial portion of elite female basketball players appear to suffer from suboptimal sleep and would likely benefit from interventions targeting sleep health. This is an important consideration and provides valuable insights into indicators of sleep health in the management of female athlete sleep health and wellbeing during international competition.

IMPROVING SPORT SCIENCE IMPACT IN ATHLETE-LED PRACTICE ENVIRONMENTS: A PERSEPCTIVE FROM TRACK CYCLING

INTRODUCTION &amp; AIMS Like most high performance sports, track cyclists are typically supported within the training environment by coaches and interdisciplinary practitioners who, through evidence-based practices, guide the athlete through the process of performance development. To effectively impact practice and athlete performance, practitioners must be able to implement their knowledge and expertise in a way that complements the wider performance team. The aim of this study was to examine track cycling coaches’ perspectives of the role and impact of sport science and research on their practice and the athlete development process. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted with elite track cycling coaches (n=8) who had been working at the highest level of the sport (Olympics, UCI World Championships). The interviews addressed factors contributing to athlete preparation, and the current and potential impact of sport science on the development of elite track cyclists. Reflexive thematic analysis was conducted to identify common themes in participants’ experiences and perspectives. RESULTS Three principal themes were identified from the data: ‘conversation &amp; the information dynamic’, highlighting the impact of information and feedback within the performance team for developing collective training intelligence; ‘integrating performance components for the individual’, detailing the importance of individualised and integrated approaches to athletes’ performance needs; and, ‘science to complement the vision’, examining the value of filtered data, and limitations of research in practice. CONCLUSION The findings highlighted two key contributors to performance team effectiveness: athletes deeply invested in, and actively contributing to, the development process; and, performance staff identifying and filtering research and data to impact decision making and athlete development. A four-stage model was developed from the collective findings for guiding sport scientists’ impact in athlete-led practice environments. Additionally, the model outlines sport scientist-supportive actions for coaches and athletes, along with practice-supportive actions for researchers, to improve impact within the sport.

A VALIDATION OF A NOVEL RUNNING ECONOMY PROTOCOL AND COMPARISON OF TWO CARBON-PLATED RUNNING SHOES IN FEMALE LONG-DISTANCE RUNNERS

INTRODUCTION Running economy (RE) is the strongest predictor of long-distance running performance in well-trained athletes (1). Carbon-plated running shoes have indicated improvements of 4% in RE when compared to previous generation non-carbon-plated running shoes (2). However, these studies have key methodological limitations; the prescribed intensities didn’t replicate race demands, the influence of fatigue was not considered, and testing was only completed on males. AIM: The primary aim of this study was to develop an appropriate protocol to measure RE in female long-distance runners. The secondary aim was to compare performance and RE of two carbon-plated performance shoes in female long-distance runners. METHODS Seven female endurance athletes (age: 30.7 ± 6.6 y, mass: 59.1 ± 5 kg, VO2max: 55.3 ± 4.1 ml/kg/min) completed a graded exercise test to establish a relative race intensity (90% of lactate threshold). Participants completed two testing sessions during the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle in alternating footwear, which consisted of four 7-minute trials, a 25-minute continuous run, four 7-minute trials, and a 13-minute distance trial. RE was recorded as the oxygen consumption and energetic cost of running from minutes 5-7 of each trial. Shoe preference was recorded midway through the first session and the end of the second session. A linear mixed model was used to compare economy and performance metrics. RESULTS There was no significant difference in RE because of fatigue and no significant difference between shoes. However, large individual variations were evident. Participants reported disagreement between preferred shoe and the shoe that demonstrated greatest RE. CONCLUSION A longer protocol that controlled for the menstrual cycle did not induce fatigue related changes in female participants, supporting a higher resistance to fatigue in females (3). The individual variation between shoes suggests that further analyses should be conducted to inform shoe selection for female long-distance runners.

OPTIMISING SPRINT PERFORMANCE: CONCURRENT VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY OF 25HZ GNSS UNITS FOR SPEED PROFILING

Sprint performance profiling is crucial for understanding an athlete’s capabilities and identifying potential areas for improvement. While traditional gold standard systems provide valid and reliable measurements, they are often costly, laboratory-based, or impractical for field-based settings. New GNSS units (25Hz) with higher sampling rates may address some of these limitations. The purpose of the project was to evaluate the concurrent validity and inter-unit reliability of 25Hz GNSS units by examining their agreement with laser devices for velocity measurements and timing gates for interval times. Validity was assessed during a track and field training session. 30 participants performed between 3 and 6 sprints over 40m whilst being assessed simultaneously through all systems. Inter-unit reliability was assessed on a closed athletics track by placing 3 GNSS units on a motor vehicle and completing 60 accelerations from 0-60m. Low mean bias (&amp;lt;1%) and typical error less than &amp;lt;2% for all measurements demonstrate excellent agreement between GNSS and criterion devices. The units demonstrated good reliability for the 0-10m interval (ICC = 0.86), excellent reliability for all remaining 10m intervals to 60m (ICC = 0.91-0.99), full times 0-60m (ICC = 0.97) and maximal sprint velocity (ICC = 1.0). These GNSS units offer a more efficient and practical alternative to traditional measurement devices. For coaches, this technology offers a scalable method to concurrently assess the sprint performances of multiple athletes during training and competitions, enabling evidence-based decisions to guide athletic development.

Injury risk potential and flexibility level: An analysis of amateur team sport athletes

Background Problems: Sports injuries are a severe problem that can affect an athlete's career, including those active in team sports such as basketball, volleyball, and futsal. Research Objectives: This study aims to analyse the potential risk of injury and the level of flexibility of amateur athletes at Universitas Negeri Semarang. Methods: This research is a quantitative descriptive study using the sampling technique, namely purposive sampling, to obtain a total sample of 90 athletes. Instruments to measure the potential risk of injury use the functional movement screen (FMS) and the level of flexibility using the sit-and-reach test. The data analysis techniques use descriptive statistical analysis. Findings and Results: The results of the FMS analysis showed that most male and female amateur athletes had a low level of injury risk. Flexibility measurements show that most male and female amateur athletes have good flexibility. This study contributes to understanding the potential risk of injury and the level of flexibility in amateur team sport athletes. Conclusion: The findings can assist coaches and teams in designing more effective training programmes to improve athletes' physical health and performance. Further research is recommended to analyse other physical condition component variables, as well as research subjects from different age groups. In addition, it is also recommended that more research samples from various levels of athletes be examined.

Study of the Level of Sports Addiction Among Students at the Faculty of Sports Science

The aim of this study was to investigate the exercise addiction of the students of the School of Physical Education and Sport and to determine the differences according to the type of exercise, age of exercise and load dynamics. The Exercise Addiction Scale (EBÖ-21) developed by Housenblas and Downs (2002) and the Turkish Validity and Reliability Study by Yeltepe and İkizler (2007) and the Personal Information Form were applied to the sample group. The sample of the study consisted of 245 athletes who regularly train at Afyon Kocatepe University School of Physical Education and Sports. Studies on this subject indicate that addiction to sports is similar to addiction to chemical substances due to the presence of withdrawal and tolerance symptoms. The results of the study presented show that self-confidence and athletic performance increase as the students' level increases. When evaluating exercise addiction by gender, it was found that female students were more likely than male students to consider physical problems and show self-control and interruption of exercise behaviour. When evaluated by age, exercise addiction was found to have decreased and been brought under control in older individuals, indicating progress in self-control of addiction.

Do athletic ECG changes predict athletic performance in Gurkha recruits?

IntroductionECG changes are associated with regular long-term intensive exercise due to electrical manifestations of increased vagal tone, increased ventricular wall thickness and enlarged chamber size. The aim of this study...

Evaluation of the Effects of Different Warm-Up Protocols on Agility and Speed in Badminton Players

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of different warm-up methods on basic motoric characteristics in badminton players. Method: The sample group of the study consisted of 10 male athletes with a mean age of 21.9 ± 2.2 years, who played badminton at Marmara University Faculty of Sports Sciences. Three different warm-up protocols including traditional warm-up, static warm-up and explosive warm-up were applied to the athletes before the tests. After each warm-up protocol, T Agility Test and 10-meter sprint test were performed. SPSS 26 statistical program was used for data analysis. Results: When the 10 m sprint test results were analyzed, there was no statistically significant difference between the traditional warm-up protocol and the static warm-up and explosive warm-up protocols (r=1.000; r=0.53; p&amp;gt;0.05, respectively), while a statistically significant difference was found between the static warm-up protocol and the explosive warm-up protocol (r=.027; p&amp;lt;0.05). When the agility results were analyzed, there was no statistically significant difference between the traditional warm-up protocol and the static warm-up protocol (r=.611; p&amp;gt;0.05), while a statistically significant difference was found between the traditional warm-up protocol and the explosive warm-up protocol (r=.020; p&amp;lt;0.05) and between the explosive warm-up protocol and the static warm-up protocol (r=.001; p&amp;lt;0.05). Conclusion: In the present study, as a result of the comparison of 3 different warm-up protocols, better results were observed in agility and sprint performance after the explosive warm-up protocol. The effect of all three warm-up methods on improving performance was observed in parallel with many studies. However, certain effect differences were revealed inline with the results. It can be said that explosive warm-up will be more effective on the performance of athletes because the game is fast and the jumping activities are high.

Integrating sports education with data analysis and computer technology: A new paradigm for enhanced athletic performance

This comprehensive study delves into the transformative integration of sports science, data analytics, and computer technology in athletic training and education. It highlights the multidisciplinary approach to enhancing athletic performance through evidence-based methodologies, including biomechanical analysis, physiological assessment, and psychological strategies. With a focus on data-driven training methodologies, real-time performance monitoring, educational implications, and the incorporation of ethical considerations, the article showcases how modern technology and data analysis can personalize training programs, optimize performance, and minimize injury risks. Through quantitative analysis and case studies, it demonstrates the significant impact of these integrations on athletic performance metrics, while also addressing the challenges and limitations faced in adopting these approaches. The findings suggest a promising future for sports education and training, advocating for interdisciplinary collaboration and the adoption of data analytics in sports.