https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3 en-us 2017-10-12 15:29:40 UTC 2023-01-19 06:12:37 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Rugbyball.png antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196488285 Headsets were introduced beginning as early as the 80's. As playbooks got more complex, and teams began to learn hand signals and steal plays, the NFL turned to headsets in order to protects plays and communicate with players on the field. ]]> 2017-10-12 15:33:54 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196488285 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196488360 Over sized wrist bands, or portable playbooks, have become very popular for a quarterback to use on and off the field. They help a quarterback know what play his coach is calling, and deliver it to his teammates. These wristbands can date back all the way to 1965, when Tom Matte had to fill in as the Colts quarterback, because Unitas and Cuozzo were injured. ]]> 2017-10-12 15:34:01 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196488360 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196488396 These days, almost every NFL, college, and high school football team uses iPads for their playbooks. This allows players to see the name of the play, have a visual representation of the play, and also see a video of the play being used on the field. ]]> 2017-10-12 15:34:04 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196488396 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196499634 The K Zone was a major breakthrough in viewing experience of MLB. Just like the 1st and ten line in the NFL, it allowed its viewers to see a batters particular strike zone, and it also allows the viewers at home to see how fast the ball was traveling, and if it was a ball or a strike. ]]> 2017-10-12 15:53:00 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196499634 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196502631 Being a pitcher in the NFL can be a dangerous job, and you run the risk of concussions. The latest development on protecting the head is more visor looking rather than helmet, that has padding to protect the skull.]]> 2017-10-12 15:58:35 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196502631 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196505034 PITCHf/x is a system used for tracking pitching. It was created by Sportvision and implemented into every MLB stadium in 2006. With PITCHf/x, velocity, movement, release point, spin, and location for every pitch is able to be tracked. ]]> 2017-10-12 16:03:07 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196505034 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196507414 The addition of Sport Vu cameras within recent years has changed the way that basketball is analyzed. With these cameras, the viewers get to see every angle, but it also catches every moment in the game allowing the referees to analyze and relook at certain plays. ]]> 2017-10-12 16:07:54 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196507414 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196509413 Wearable technology is on the rise in the NBA. It allows players to measure body movements and directions, and can greatly impact the way they play. This can possibly lessen injuries within the NBA as well. However, with this technology, comes great controversy. Teams are conflicted as to whether they want their players to use technology to their advantage in a game. ]]> 2017-10-12 16:11:47 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196509413 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196509663 Mobile devices and tablets, much like with other sports, have become very popular. Tablets are handy for just about anything, instant replays, watching footage, choosing the next form of offence or defense to set up. Every team in the NBA has a form of mobile devices or tablets that they use for the games and practices. ]]> 2017-10-12 16:12:21 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196509663 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196673568 Many teams in MLS have been upgrading their jerseys. These upgrades are heavily impacting the MLS because they facilitate the ideal amount of body heat while keeping needed heat energy retained for optimal performance]]> 2017-10-13 01:46:03 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196673568 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196674344 Until the 1960's goalies never wore gloves. After some safety issues occurred the first gloves came out at a patents faux leather. Now, in 2017 MLS goal keepers have gloves made out of materials that allows much better grip onto the ball. ]]> 2017-10-13 01:52:46 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196674344 antheawalker23 https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196674994 Adidas came out with these cleats in early 1994, designed to help players performance and curve the ball more. These shoes continue to revolutionize, and have been worn by many famous players.]]> 2017-10-13 01:57:54 UTC https://padlet.com/antheawalker23/pfnv5imdzzd3/wish/196674994