There are many wearables out in the market designed for soccer (or football for European visitors). However, most of these products are either designed for professional athletes to track their fitness or to help detect concussion. SockIt is an exception. The aim of this wearable is to help young soccer (or football) players shoot properly.
The company was founded by Joe Briganti because he realized a lack of training aide to help his daughter kick using top of the shoe instead of their toes. The concept of this wearable is fairly simple. A one size fits all design can be secured on your soccer cleat (or football boots) and it lights up when the kick from the top of the shoe is detected. With trackers embedded in various different positions, it not only gives an instant feedback on the kick but it aides player on focusing on different side kicking techniques.
The concept of this wearable is fairly simple. A one size fits all design can be secured on your soccer cleat (or football boots) and it lights up when the kick from the top of the shoe is detected. With trackers embedded in various different sides of the wearable and six LEDs, it not only gives an instant feedback on the kick but it aides player on focusing on different side kicking techniques. The wearable has been manufactured using industrial strength thermal plastic rubber making it shock and impact proof. It can be worn in extreme climates and is machine washable making it a good long-term purchase.
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The product is aimed at 5-12 years age group and comes in four different colors. Orange, Blue, Yellow and Pink. For every unit sold, SockIt donates a percentage of the revenue to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital as well as to underprivileged children who need help paying for their soccer fees.
Battery:
SockIt is powered by a single lithium battery and is fairly easy to replace it.
Cost and where to buy?
You can order one from Amazon for $19.99 USD or via SockIt website
