A Simple Equation (sort of)

Using a specialized GPS, gyrometer, and small accelerometer, the vests track the player as they practice. GPS data is used to measure the distances, speeds, and time that a player is training. This is then broken down into other metrics that describe density of training and the overall volume of training. Accelerometer and gyrometer data are aggregated to understand the mechanical load of movement in training. Together, these describe a part of the “External Load” each player encounters in a session or game

Player Management & Care

This data helps the staff supporting the players (coaches, physical therapists, athletic trainers, sport scientists, strength and conditioning coaches) to understand the “load” that each player is encountering and how they expect the player to respond. By monitoring External Load, staff is able to tell if an athlete is adapting positively or negatively. 

Practice Makes Perfect

The load measured helps them quantify the amount of training they can do in real detail and the support for this is built on a bedrock of recovery between sessions.

How much “External Load” does a professional soccer player encounter?

In a game, players cover anywhere between 9,000 yards to 14,000 yards, completing between 800 and 1500 of those yards at “high speed” (>12.3 mph), and can reach maximum speeds of 23.6 mph. They experience hundreds of accelerations and decelerations that are around 5-8 G-forces.

A night to remember

On the Pitch. In the Stands. Across the Stadium.

Casper's May 10th Entitlement Night brought the partnership to life at Yankee Stadium through fan experiences, exclusive giveaways, and memorable moments shared with the NYCFC community