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50/50 and the 1080: mlb speeds into october

Pitchers are throwing faster. Hitters are swinging faster. And players are running faster in the modern era of baseball. The…

Where do you have to be fast to be fast?

Special guest post from 1080 Speed Clinic New York speaker Chris Korfist. Learn more about attending here.

The science and best practice of training elite sprinters

A few take-aways from the Sportsmith speed conference

Interest in speed continues to be at the forefront of thinking in the sports performance world. This was manifested on June 1-2 at the Sportsmith Speed Conference in Pittsburgh. The speaker lineup consisted of some of the best speed coaches and researchers. From the response of many, this highly anticipated event did not disappoint. We asked four sports performance specialists – Mark Hoover, Metrolina Christian Academy; Craig Turner, University of Pennsylvania; Dave McDowell, Brock University; and Adam Vogel, Homewood-Flossmoor High School – to share their favorite insights from the conference. Here are some of the highlights that they provided.

Frozen Fury: Unleashing the power of Michigan state hockey

In the world of sports, few spectacles match the fast-paced intensity and exhilaration of ice hockey that requires unparalleled athleticism, strength, speed, and power. At the heart of ice hockey lies the artistry of skating that entails players gliding powerfully yet effortlessly across the ice. And in doing so deliver bone-crushing body checks and explosive 100-mph slap shots. At Michigan State University, Will Morlock physically prepares Spartan warriors for the demands of the frozen battlefield. The outcome – a 2024 Big 10 conference championship and a top 10 national ranking going into a potential run towards the Frozen Four and a national championship.

Tennis – More Than Precision Strokes and Strategic Finesse: Insights on Speed Development From Tennis Australia

Tennis is a symphony of skill, strategy, and sheer athleticism. Play consists of repetitive short (5-10 seconds) of high-intensity sprints where each play strikes the ball 2-3 times per rally and changes direction 3-5 times in the course of a point. Tracking data from the 2022 U.S. Open showed Fernanda Contreras Gomez recorded 1,478 feet of high-speed distance and 926 explosive movements while battling through 71 games played over eight sets.

Year-Round College Football Training With the 1080 Sprint: An Interview With Director of Speed Development John Shaw

About John Shaw: John is currently the Director of Speed Development for the University of Washington football team. Previously, he held this same position at the University of Arizona and University of Missouri. Prior to joining the college football ranks, Shaw spent 12 years coaching and mentoring high school athletes in Alabama and Mississippi

NFL Combine Training: Insight From Ryan Capretta

It’s that time of year again – “combine season”. The annual NFL Scouting Combine and Pro Days. The road to the pros, where prospects display their physical qualities and skills to the 32 NFL organizations in the hopes of achieving their childhood dream.