The Above Picture shows an advanced use of technology within performance analysis that is used to track every pass made and whether they were successful or not, this can then allow the analyst to create a percentage of how many passes were complete and this may be one of the key performance indicators that the coach wanted to look at. However there is often human error or misjudgement as people may have different opinions on whether the pass is successful or not as O’Donoghue, 2007 expands upon; Data collection for performance analysis usually involves humans at some stage (i.e. systems are not completely automated).Human error therefore has the potential to negatively impact on the reliability of data collected.If this data is to accurately inform analysis and training programmes,awareness of this issue, and means of addressing it, are crucial.. Benefits for athletes
Benefits for coaches
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Performance Analysis can focus on both the technical aspect and tactical aspect of any sport. It will link back into the coaching process and give feedback to a team or individual. Technique may be used as bio-mechanics such as the positioning of a player. An example of this may be a defenders stance to the opposing player, he or she may not be in the correct stance so will be off balance. Performance analysis can help in improving this. Groom uses Performance analysis for not only physical improvement as he states;“I use the footage as the way in, the tool in, to technical, emotional social and physical work. I’d say, ‘look, this is why we’re doing this, this week, this is why we’re doing this, next week,’ and so on and over a program of time. I also use it as a forum for communication with the player because there are very few occasions to interact in a meaningful way with the player with the game in front of them' (C12). (Groom et al., 2011:21). This can be linked to the coaching process for emotional, social and physical work and evaluating for the planning and conducting of the next session. Most coaches of an elite level will analyse every game and every team they will play but this isn't always available because of finances or other reasons but those who do use it on a regular basis would benefit hugely as Mackenzie, 2013.14 states; 'If an individual is able to retain information effectively and positively affect their future behaviour, performance levels will be impacted' (Mackenzie, 2013.14). Performance analysis can boost the confidence of a coach because it gives them evidence to back their theories of the team and individual that is being analysed, it gives opportunities for communication between the coach and player which helps develop relationships as a whole squad. Some players may also contribute to the analysis of the game and the focus isn't just of what is on the ball, videoing can show off the ball and space created which is great visual aid.
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(Duckett, 2014:9)