Coaches are always on the outlook for the best new practices to improve the game. What are winning coaches and players doing differently? If the Golden State Warriors basketball team is any indication, they are finding ways to use technology to track and analyze data.
6 Ways Technology is Impacting the Wide World of Sports shares one clear example of how technology is positively influencing sports. When Kirk Lacob, a Stanford graduate, was made assistant GM of the Santa Cruz Warriors (a G-league farm team of the Golden State Warriors), he used data and statistics to help lead the team to the finals. By identifying players’ strengths and weaknesses using statistics, he designed a winning team. In other words, a sports coach can use technology to win.
Today’s sports coaching apps help coaches track data, such as statistics, as well as keep records, analyze videos, and measure performance. In addition to apps that help improve overall player performance, there are also sports coaching apps that make it easier to communicate with parents and players regularly.
Best Sports Coaching Apps
With the numerous options on the market, it can be overwhelming to sort through the apps that are and are not worth your time. We’ve done the work for you. Below, we are listing the best coaching apps for 2019 that will make your job easier and your coaching more effective.
American Red Cross First Aid App – When sports injuries happen, this app is a lifesaver (literally). The app provides basic information on how to handle first aid emergencies.
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Coach’s Eye – This is a popular video analysis app for coaches. Coaches can record video on any device; then, the app will analyze with slow-motion playback. Coaches can then share the video analysis with players.
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Endomondo – If you have players you want to make sure are consistently training, this is the app for you. This app tracks an individual’s workouts, calorie intake, and more. Plus, it allows coaches and teammates to encourage one another during sessions.
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GameChanger – In addition to team management tools, this unique app is used for scorekeeping, stats, and live game updates. Plus, it has tools for communication and scheduling.
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Hudl – This video analysis app is a great tool for coaches because it also allows coaches to draw and make comments on the videos. Additionally, the app records statistics.
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iPractice Builder – This app allows coaches to design practices with a way to research, build, and store drills to create the perfect practice.
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Sportlyzer – Designed with youth sports coaches in mind, this app is aimed at helping coaches develop their players by keeping track and measuring their progress.
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SportsEngine – A technology that helps teams to set up and manage websites for their team management and an app that lets coaches communicate with players and parents, as well as create rosters and schedules.
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TeamSnap – This is an easy-to-use app for managing everything from signups to practice schedules. Plus, it allows coaches to communicate quickly and easily with all the team parents.
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GoKid is Another Must-Have App for Teamsports
If you are a youth sports coach, then you must rely on your player’s parents to get them to and from practices and games. Encourage your team parents to sign up for GoKid and use its team sports features to arrange carpools with other team parents. The best part? GoKid easily integrates with the kid’s schedules, pulling those in from Teamsnap and SportsEngine.
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