How is technology used to aid decision making in sport?
With online communication, coaches and athletes can keep in constant contact. Data can be recorded on performance, instructions can be transmitted, and detailed performance modifications can be made. Video conferencing and audio conferencing provide the coaches and athletes with close contact even at extreme distances. With the latest technology, athletes’ performance monitoring can include heart rate and blood pressure. It is even possible to analyze waste materials collected directly from source, and send the results automatically to the coach/team doctor for changes in diet and nutrition. With recent sport video analysis systems, coaches can collect and code action data during the event and then show the athlete(s) where problems have arisen for instant corrections. Such programs already exist for most team sports. During intermissions, between heats, and during time outs, teams can watch selected events from the recent action, which can be instantly accessed, and changes can be mad
