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How Technology and Analytics Are Revolutionising Team Sports

November 26, 2024 No Comments

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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Introducing Online Tagging: A Game-Changer for Video Analysis Workflows

November 26, 2024 No Comments

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of dartfish.tv Online Tagging, a powerful new feature designed to streamline tagging, collaboration, and video review. No more wasting hours on clunky software! Online Tagging empowers you to: Dartfish.tv Online Tagging offers effortless tagging and collaboration, available with myDartfish 360 S and higher licenses. This feature is designed to optimize your workflow and empower you to derive deeper insights and make smarter decisions. Ready to try it out? Upgrade your myDartfish license today and experience the power of Online Tagging!

In CASE STUDIES

Unlocking Tennis Success: Meet Dartfish Expert Michael James

October 1, 2024 No Comments

Michael James is a tennis performance coaching analyst with a proven track record of working alongside top 10 ATP and WTA players, including multiple Grand Slam champions since 2018. As a Dartfish-certified expert, he leverages match analytics, season-long data, and opponent scouting to deliver tailored movement and technical feedback reports. James currently provides the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy, a world-renowned institution celebrated for producing tennis luminaries such as Coco Gauff, the 2023 US Open Champion, and former World No. 4, Holger Rune. Delivering Tailored Feedback: A Data-Driven Approach Whether it’s pre-match scouting reports or post-match debriefs, Michael and his team use data-driven insights developed by Dartfish to identify specific areas where players can improve. For example, by analyzing patterns of play, Michael can pinpoint repeatable strategies that give his players a competitive edge. He’s also adept at identifying areas where players can improve their technique or movement, ensuring they’re always performing…

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Rencontre avec Fabien Vidal, spécialiste de l’analyse de performance à l’ESBF Handball.

June 25, 2024 No Comments

Club : Entente Sportive Besançon Féminine (ESBF) L’Entente Sportive Besançon Féminine (ESBF) utilise depuis plusieurs saisons les solutions d’analyse vidéo Dartfish afin d’évaluer les performances de son équipe féminine et celles de ses adversaires sur le terrain. Dans cette interview, réalisée durant la saison 2023-24, Fabien Vidal, l’analyste vidéo du club, explique en détail comment l’équipe utilise la vidéo : Évoluant en D1 du championnat français, les joueuses sont désormais habituées à interagir avec l’écran qui les suit partout, de la salle de réunion au terrain… Et même au vestiaire ! Des séances vidéo afin de comprendre le style de jeu, les formations et les tendances des adversaires. Pour préparer leur prochain match, les joueuses sont invitées à participer à plusieurs sessions vidéo afin d’approfondir les points stratégiques. Les séances d’analyse vidéo sont un outil pédagogique essentiel. Elles permettent aux entraîneurs de mieux faire comprendre aux joueuses le travail qu’ils…

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Introducing Our New Dartfish TV

June 24, 2024 No Comments

Dartfish is thrilled to unveil its all-new Dartfish TV platform, designed to provide the ultimate user experience to athletes, coaches, and analysts. Dartfish TV: A Collaborative Video Platform for Performance Analysis Dartfish TV is a collaborative platform specifically designed to distribute enriched video content. Here’s a breakdown of what dartfish.tv offers: Streamlined Design for Optimal User Experience The new dartfish.tv website boasts a modern and intuitive design, making it easier for users to navigate and find the content they need. The platform prioritizes clear information architecture and user-friendly features to streamline interactions. The new website is also fully optimized for mobile devices, allowing you to access resources seamlessly on the go, from any smartphone or tablet. Immersive Experience The website utilizes a dynamic layout that takes advantage of the full screen, creating a captivating and immersive user experience. Easier Search Experience Finding what you need is now a breeze. Our…

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Interview with Fabien Vidal, Performance Analyst at ESBF Handball

June 12, 2024 No Comments

ESBF (The Entente Sportive Besançon Féminine) Handball The Entente Sportive Besançon Féminine (ESBF) has been using Dartfish video analysis solutions for several seasons to evaluate their own performance and that of their opponents on the field. In this interview, Fabien Vidal, the team’s video analyst, explains in detail how the team uses video: Playing in Division 1 of the French championship, the players are now used to interacting with the big screen that follows them from the meeting room, to the pitch, and even to the locker room! Video Sessions to Understand Opponents’ Playing Styles, Formations, and Tendencies To prepare for the next game, the players are invited to participate in several video sessions to go deeper into several points of their strategy. The video allows the coaches to make players better understand the job they are waiting for on the field. The team’s and their opponents’ specific actions during the last…

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5 Steps to Succeed in Video Analysis

June 5, 2024 No Comments

Video analysis has revolutionized sports, making tactic planning improvement and performance enhancement possible for every team. With video analysis solutions, teams can unlock game insights, improve communication, and make data-driven decisions that lead to noticeable improvements in the field. While this technology has a lot of benefits, clubs may have a hard time adopting it. Yet, the effort is worthwhile, as video analysis is more accessible and user-friendly than ever, thanks to advancements in technology that cater to all levels of sport. This blog outlines five basic steps that every coach, analyst, or manager of sports organizations should take to build a foundation for success in video analysis. Three Essential Questions to Ask (And Answer!) Before installing Your Sports Video Analysis System Before diving into setting up your sports video analysis system, it’s crucial to address three key questions to ensure effectiveness and integration: What type of video do you…

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7 Benefits of Adding Video Analysis to Your Club Structure

April 11, 2024 No Comments

In 2019, during a soccer match that had fans on the edge of their seats, Liverpool made an epic comeback against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League semi-final. They were down by 3 goals in the first game, but somehow, Liverpool won 4-0 in the second game at their home stadium, Anfield. My guess? This wasn’t just about players running faster or hitting the ball harder; it was about smart planning based, in particular, on sport video analysis. Before the big game, Liverpool’s coaches, led by Jürgen Klopp, probably watched lots of videos to spot Barcelona’s weak spots. They may have noticed Barcelona wasn’t too quick to respond to moves like quick throw-ins. And that’s exactly how Liverpool scored their last and winning goal–with a swift corner kick that caught Barcelona off guard. Whether I’m right or not, this story is a perfect example of why video analysis is super…