speed|agility

what are timing-lights

Timing lights are advanced electronic sensors used to measure an athlete’s speed, reaction time, and change of direction with high precision. These wireless or tripod-mounted systems use infrared beams to detect when an athlete crosses a start and finish point, eliminating human error and providing accurate, repeatable data.

By analysing split times, acceleration phases, and movement efficiency, coaches and athletes can identify areas for improvement, optimise training programs, and enhance overall athletic performance.

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Acceleration

Improved acceleration enhances an athlete’s ability to break away from defenders, close gaps, and react to game situations more effectively.Strengthens neuromuscular coordination, maximizing force production and efficiency in the first few steps.

Top Speed

Increased top speed improves performance in sprinting, open-field play, and endurance in repeated high-speed efforts

Reaction Time

Measures how quickly an athlete can respond to external stimuli, such as a starting signal, an opponent’s movement, or a changing play. Improves cognitive processing speed and neuromuscular response, leading to better anticipation and execution of movements

Agility

The ability to change direction quickly and efficiently while maintaining control and balance. Enhances joint stability, eccentric strength, and coordination, reducing the risk of injuries

Technologies

The Swift Performance Timing Gates are a cutting-edge wireless timing system designed to provide high-precision speed, agility, and reaction time measurements for athletes. Utilising infrared sensors these timing gates offer millisecond accuracy, eliminating human error and ensuring reliable, repeatable data for performance analysis. Their portable and easy-to-set-up design makes them ideal for use in various environments, from training fields to high-performance sports labs. The system measures acceleration, top speed, split times, and change of direction, giving coaches and athletes valuable insights into movement efficiency and areas for improvement.

Speed|Agility

    • Measure 10m, 20m, 40m, or 100m sprints to assess acceleration and maximum velocity.

    • Provides split times to analyse speed development across different phases.

    • 5-0-5 Agility Test: Change of direction speed (180 degree)

    • Illinois Agility Test: Directional change ability

    • T-Test: Lateral movement, sprint and back pedalling ability

  • Set up timing gates to create sport-specific drills for sprinting, cutting, and multi-directional movement assessments to suit athletes needs

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