Performance is tricky. Does achieving specific numbers & metrics justify performance? Sports performance is all about impact. A substitute might have more impact on a game than a starter. For eg, in cricket, a substitute comes on, takes a stunning catch & wins a game. It won't show up on the numbers. Data, of course, is the foundation but impact can only measured by eye test. Is there a true metric to measure character on the field? For sports performance, we need to combine subjective observation with objective data. Sports is all about creating magic moments -- a variable that won't show up on any metric. So while data can give us a low down on performance, without eye test and observation, we can never ever measure sports performance.

1. *Incorporate Technology* : - Use wearable devices and sensors to collect real-time data on an athlete's performance. This provides objective data to complement subjective observations. 2. *Player Self-Assessment* : - Encourage athletes to self-assess and provide feedback on their performance. 3. *Holistic Approach* : - Consider the athlete's physical, mental, and emotional well-being. 4. *Customized Training Programs* : - Develop training programs that are tailored to the individual athlete's needs, based on both subjective and objective evaluations. 5. *Collaborative Decision-Making* : - Involve the athlete, coaches, and support staff in the evaluation process.

A philosophy i utilise in sport performance, is to first understand what the sport or game actually is, what it i made up of, i.e. Ball in play, no of accelerations, work to rest ratios etc. Then from this, see where the athletes performance measures against the game demands, utilising technology, video etc. Also talking with coaches and athletes to gain their feedback on the performance. Utilising these modalities then enables an approach to training design and interventions to improve performance. I would add that i would start with feedback from observations, coaches, players and analysts before checking data. As the reverse can mean you are looking for something that isn't affecting performance as you may expect!

Numbers tell one story, but the eye test tells another. 👀📊 🏀 Blend analytics & instinct – Use data and expert observations for a complete picture. 🎯 Define clear benchmarks – Align stats with real-game impact, not just raw numbers. 🔄 Review & refine – Constantly update metrics to track true progress. #SportsAnalytics #PerformanceEvaluation #DataDriven

Use data as the foundation but let expert observation provide the context. A player might have perfect shooting stats but lack the instinct to take the right shot under pressure. Or someone’s passing accuracy may be average, but their vision and creativity break defenses wide open ⚡️🏆. Numbers without nuance are just numbers. The best insights come when you blend both into a full, dynamic picture – because sports, like cinema, isn’t just about precision; it’s about moments that can’t always be quantified 🎬🔥!