Sports Wearable has already covered VERT and the massive use of its technologies a lot. The company has been empowering athletes along with forcing them to play better than ever. VERT technology is currently used by the USA Volleyball National teams along with multiple NBA basketball teams and NCAA volleyball and basketball programs throughout the US. VERT recently made history as the first wearable technology produced on ESPN2 during the 2015 NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship games using VERTcast.
Owing to its vast experience and expertise, VERT is also helping players and athletes in much hyped about and power packed Rio Olympics 2016. The USA Volleyball Team Prepares and Trains for the Rio Olympics 2016 with leading wearable tech, VERT.
VERT has already announced its official partnership with the USA Volleyball team. The team is jumping to new heights as the National Governing Body puts injury prevention at the forefront while training for the 2016 Summer Games. As the Official Wearable Tech of USA Volleyball, VERT is delivering jump measurements and player load analytics for the national team, providing a groundbreaking element of motivation, performance and improvement.
Karch Kiraly, who will serve as head coach of the U.S. Olympic Women’s Team, stated:
“VERT allows us to track our training loads in a way that’s never been done before. The technology helps us train smarter and better allowing us to preserve our most precious resources: our athletes and their health.”
VERT technology is designed and manufactured in America, making it the ultimate technology to help represent the national team during this year’s Summer Games. Discreet and non-invasive, VERT technology allows players and coaches to track numerous athletic measurements, including jump height, count, total load and more. The wearable sends the data to an app in real-time making it possible for players and coaches to make immediate decisions based on player performance and stats. Through the observance of player load, athletes and coaches alike can reduce the risk of over-exertion during practice while promoting optimal in-game performance.
Christa Dietzen, captain and middle on the U.S. Women’s National Team, expressed her improving performance with the help of VERT as:
“VERT has been an important part of our training as we keep track of our workload on the court, especially for athletes who might be coming back from injuries. We are grateful for this cutting edge technology that will help athletes for years to come.”
With the national team’s impressive record of winning medals in every Olympic Game since 1984 and capturing numerous World and Continental Championship titles, it is imperative for the team to remain injury-free while showcasing their best performance. The U.S. Women’s National Team roster has been officially announced for the 2016 Olympic Games and includes the following players: Rachael Adams, Foluke Akinradewo, Kayla Banwarth, Christa Dietzen, Alisha Glass, Kim Hill, Jordan Larson, Carli Lloyd, Karsta Lowe, Kelly Murphy, Kelsey Robinson and Courtney Thompson.
Robinson, an outside hitter on the 2016 U.S. Olympic Team, stated:
“VERT technology has been a true lifesaver. It gives us a leg up on competition and allows us to get to know our bodies while we prepare.”
All the players around the world are geared up for Rio Olympics 2016. It is no exception that USA Volleyball is working hard and dreams to continue its legacy of winning the medal. If the team maintains its record without any hassle, they all know who to thank for. For once, we know that VERT might be playing a big part in leading them towards their big Olympics victory, yet again!
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