The LA Galaxy were among four teams in Major League Soccer that heightened their sports science and performance analysis programs by partnering with California-based company Match Analysis.
The Galaxy, Chicago Fire, Portland Timbers and Seattle Sounders FC announced earlier this month that they will be expanding their usage of Match Analysis’ performance technology and data.
“At the LA Galaxy we rely on the Match Analysis fitness reports and player tracking data to monitor the intensity and work load of our players throughout the season,” Ivan Pierra, LA Galaxy Director of Sports Science Department said in a statement. “This data is crucial for customizing our team and individual fitness requirements.”
Match Analysis’ Advanced Fitness Data includes location data, distance covered, speed, recovery rates, and a number of other variables.
The four teams will use an expanded program of Match Analysis services including Mambo Studio, Tango ToGo and Tango, as well as, Player Tracking Data, Advanced Fitness reports and TrueView Visualizations, delivered from the K2 Panoramic Video Camera System. This additional hardware provides advanced data and in-video illustration to allow coaching staffs greater in-depth analysis of player and team performances.
“Match Analysis works closely with our clients to equip them with state of the art technology and actionable data that gives them an advantage in the ultra-competitive leagues they play in,” said Match Analysis President Mark Brunkhart. “These four MLS teams have the foresight to incorporate the most advanced product suite available. The new deal has been tailored with additional tools that will provide them with a considerable competitive edge over other teams.”
Match Analysis Product Portfolio
- Mambo Studio: state-of-the-art video search and retrieval
- K2 Panoramic Video: continuous corner-to-corner video of every inch of the field
- K2 TrueView Visualizations: interactive touch panel visualizations and player tracking directly within the video itself
- Tango Online: comprehensive online analytical and video library accessible by coaches and players
- Tango ToGo: a direct to mobile communication tool allowing coaches to send clips and comments to players instantly
- Tango Live: monitor every player, every pass, every touch, all in real time
- Tango Broadcast: storylines, live data and stats with stunning in-game graphics
