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Latest studies

PIRI STUDY

Factors Associated with Match Outcomes in Elite European Football – Insights from Machine Learning Models

This study examines the key factors influencing match results in European football, analyzing over 61,000 matches using Artificial intelligence (AI).

PIRI STUDY

A Machine Learning Perspective on the Relationships Between Training Doses and Match Injury Trends

This study explores the link between high-speed running, sprinting, and injuries in elite football. With data from 12 European and MLS teams, we used machine learning to reveal key insights into training and injury prevention.

Research

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Download the latest research from the data scientists at PIRI – the Performance Intelligence Research Initiative – and the practitioners across Kitman Labs. Access evidence-based best practices advancing the fields of performance science, coaching, talent development and identification, and leadership in the areas of Sport and Defense.

Blogs

Perspectives and POV

Our latest thoughts, observations and insights on performance science, unlocking human potential, the state of sport and everything in between.

BLOG

Grinding the Data: Predicting Olympic Skateboarding Success in Paris

Using historical data to simulate Olympic street and park skateboarding competitions to predict gold, silver, bronze.

Kitman Labs Authors: Shelley Diewald, Jakim Berndsen, Derek McHugh...

BLOG

PGMOL Signs up Kitman Labs to Help Improve Refereeing

City AM’s Frank Dalleres talks to PGMOL Performance Support Director Steve McNally and Kitman Labs’ Stephen Smith about leveraging data and analytics to improve officiating standards and the launch of the Intelligence Platform....

BLOG

Manager Recruitment: A Data-driven Approach

In modern football data and analytics are becoming increasingly influential, and head coach appointments are no exception....

Latest news

NEWS

Kitman Labs and 17-time Swiss Champions, BSC Young Boys, Sign Partnership to Deploy ‘Intelligence Platform’

The Performance Intelligence Company’s Data and Analytics Platform Will Be Deployed Across the Men’s First Team

NEWS

Kitman Labs and Four-Time Norwegian Champions FK Bodø/Glimt Strike Deal to Deploy ‘Intelligence Platform’

The Performance Intelligence Company’s Data and Analytics Platform Will Be Deployed Across The Men’s and Women’s First Teams and Academy

PRESS RELEASES

HEADLINES

Our latest announcements from around the globe.

VIDEOS & PODCASTS

STREAM

Listen, watch and learn from the leaders, innovators and practitioners advancing the adoption of technology, data and analytics in high performance environments worldwide.

Latest Multimedia

VIDEO

Crafting a Data-Led Strategy to Victory

Watch part three of the Leaders Performance Institute Podcast Series, where industry leaders discuss their holistic approach to data and analytics to drive success across all stakeholders, departments and disciplines.

PODCAST

Bridging the Gap: Improving Communication and Collaboration in Collegiate Athletics

In this episode, we delve into the challenges faced by NCAA institutions in fostering effective communication and collaboration both in and across sports.

Seen & Heard

SBJ Live

Integrating Data and Philosophy from Academy to First Team

Ian Buckman, Academy Manager at Brighton & Hove Albion F.C., highlights the club's integrated approach to player development, aligning the academy's philosophy with the first teams. The club effectively tracks player progress by sharing profiles and data between coaching and recruitment. Their Football Intelligence Platform ensures coaching consistency and evidence-based player development, reinforcing the club's commitment to data-driven practices.

ADU

Strategic Technology Adoption for Holistic Student-Athlete Care

Mark Coberley, Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine at Iowa State University, emphasizes the importance of a question-first approach when adopting new technology in athletic program development. He argues against the common mistake of purchasing technology without a clear purpose. Instead, he advocates for identifying key questions that need answers before choosing the appropriate technology.

Sky Sports

Impact of Growing Fixture Schedule and Congestion on Injury - or Not

As footballers face an increasing number of fixtures across club and international competitions, concerns about rising injury levels are growing. Stephen Smith, CEO of Kitman Labs, addresses the potential impact of fixture congestion on player injuries on SkyNews, emphasizing that it's not just about the number of games but also how teams train, prepare for congestion, and manage player rotation. While some speculate that more games might increase risks, Stephen stresses the importance of data-driven analysis.

Michigan State University

Unified Data Platforms, Streamline Workflows

On the Game Changer Podcast, Renee Kleszczynski from Michigan State University, discusses consolidating the efforts of performance coaches, athletic trainers, and strength coaches by integrating their data in one unified platform. This allows them to focus solely on their roles without additional tasks. This allows for the maintenance of accurate records and enables advanced capabilities and insights, which ultimately enhances their contributions and the overall performance management of athletes.

University of Georgia

Mobilizing Data for Different Users

On the Game Changer podcast, Joshua Rucci from the University of Georgia, shares insights about using flexible, configurable reporting to mobilize data and support various sports and their unique user needs. He explains how coaches can track metrics such as daily jump performance and compare them to historical data. Additionally, he implemented customizable, alarmed dashboards using a simple color-coded system based on rolling averages, allowing coaches to identify areas needing attention quickly.

Sky Sports

Inside Tactics: The technology that helped Ipswich reach the Premier League

Sky News and Sam Blitz visited the Ipswich Town Training Grounds to interview Director of Performance Andrew Rolls and Kitman Labs Founder & CEO Stephen Smith. They discussed the club's multifaceted partnership with the high-performance technology company and its role in its successful bid for promotion to the Premier League.

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Latest studies

Factors Associated with Match Outcomes in Elite European Football – Insights from Machine Learning Models

A Machine Learning Perspective on the Relationships Between Training Doses and Match Injury Trends

Research

learn

Blogs

Perspectives and POV

Grinding the Data: Predicting Olympic Skateboarding Success in Paris

PGMOL Signs up Kitman Labs to Help Improve Refereeing

Manager Recruitment: A Data-driven Approach

Latest news

Kitman Labs and 17-time Swiss Champions, BSC Young Boys, Sign Partnership to Deploy ‘Intelligence Platform’

Kitman Labs and Four-Time Norwegian Champions FK Bodø/Glimt Strike Deal to Deploy ‘Intelligence Platform’

PRESS RELEASES

HEADLINES

VIDEOS & PODCASTS

STREAM

Latest Multimedia

Crafting a Data-Led Strategy to Victory

Bridging the Gap: Improving Communication and Collaboration in Collegiate Athletics

Seen & Heard

Integrating Data and Philosophy from Academy to First Team

Strategic Technology Adoption for Holistic Student-Athlete Care

Impact of Growing Fixture Schedule and Congestion on Injury - or Not

Unified Data Platforms, Streamline Workflows

Mobilizing Data for Different Users

Inside Tactics: The technology that helped Ipswich reach the Premier League

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