Technological advancements are redefining team sports like football, basketball, and handball. Innovations such as VAR, portable devices, and AI analytics improve performance and fan engagement. For example, football’s adoption of VAR has reduced referee errors by 99.3 %, according to FIFA.Meanwhile, wearable technology tracks metrics like heart rate and speed, helping coaches optimise training. By 2026, the global sports technology market is expected to exceed 40 billion dollars, a clear growth trend. What benefits do these innovations offer to amateur and semi-professional teams? Discover how these tools enhance fairness, efficiency, and the overall sporting experience. Video Assistant Referee in Team Sports The video assistant referee (VAR) has become a major technological innovation in team sports, especially football. It aims to improve decision-making accuracy during matches. How VAR enhances decision-making in football The VAR system complements the work of the assistant referee by reviewing key incidents they may miss during play.…
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Leveraging its 20 years of experience in video replay, including the delivery of video replay during several of the Olympic Games, the Dartfish research team has developed a VAR “light” system for soccer. Key focus: Ease of use for referees and assistant referees, positioned to make fair and…