By Shawn Saylors Hitting a baseball is one of the hardest things to do in sports. Pitch velocity, bat speed, and even the shape of the ball and bat impact a hitter’s ability to make contact. Can athletic intelligence impact a player’s swing and if so, can it be measured? […]
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- January 26, 2022
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Originally published in partnership with The 33rd Team At 6-foot-3 and 330 pounds with impressive strength and mobility, it is easy to identify that Kansas City Chiefs All-Rookie right guard Trey Smith has an exceptional physical profile. What many may not be able to see is that Smith’s impressive array of […]
- January 12, 2022
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Originally published in partnership with The 33rd Team There has been an increasing focus on best mental health practices for athletes in recent years, but the conversation about mental health among coaches remains far behind. Sports psychologist Dr. Scott Goldman wants to bring the conversation about mental health and coaching […]
- January 5, 2022
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Originally published in partnership with The 33rd Team When Antonio Brown walked off the field midway through the third quarter of Sunday’s game against the New York Jets, many media members and fans suggested that Brown’s season, and career, were likely over. But Brown’s career has seemingly been on life support […]
- December 29, 2021
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Originally published in partnership with The 33rd Team While having an excellent quarterback does not guarantee success, it is no secret that getting the quarterback position right is the most essential component to prosperity in the NFL. Figuring out which ways to accentuate your quarterback’s strengths and mitigate their weaknesses is of […]
- December 22, 2021
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Originally published in partnership with The 33rd Team In professional sports, mentorship influences all levels of performance. With the nature of the NFL being a “Not For Long” proposition for many players and coaches, having strong mentors who are able to help onboard their mentees quickly and effectively can be a critical […]
- December 15, 2021
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Originally published in partnership with The 33rd Team When looking at the fundamentals of tactical or technical skill acquisition in sports, a lot of times the assumption is that every player learns the same way. As Dr. Scott Goldman tells, that assumption is not only flawed, it could be holding back players […]
- December 8, 2021
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Originally published in partnership with The 33rd Team In the NFL, injuries are simply part of the game. As former New York Jets cornerback Kyle Wilson put it on The 33rd Team’s most recent Wednesday Call, “There’s a 100% injury rate. It’s not a matter of if, but when.” With the margin […]
- December 1, 2021
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Originally published in partnership with The 33rd Team Finding and developing talent at a high level is the bread and butter of a successful NFL organization. One secret to successful drafting and player development is to have a comprehensive athletic profile on every player. Teams spend years reviewing film, interviewing coaches, and […]
- November 25, 2021
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Originally published in partnership with The 33rd Team The awareness around mental health has grown exponentially in recent years, not only in sports but in society as a whole. Compared to how it was 20 years ago, Golden State Warriors’ Sports Psychologist Dr. Scott Goldman says the amount of growth is “amazing,” […]