3D Model for Figure Skating

A new mathematical model developed by researchers at the University of Alberta reveals how figure skaters move across the ice in three dimensions. Their findings could help skaters hone their technique or avoid common injuries like spiral fractures in the lower leg.

Youth Behaviour Trajectories

Longitudinal studies allow us to observe behavioural changes and identify patterns over time, providing unique insight on how behaviours are affected by life events. New research using data from the Monitoring Activities of Teenagers to Comprehend their Habits (MATCH) study, which followed nearly 1,000 children for eight years, describes how Canadian youth follow different trajectories…

Swimming Biomechanics

Competitive swimmers use an undulatory underwater swimming technique that until now, was little understood. Scientists from the University of Tsukuba in Japan used underwater 3D motion capture and stereo particle image velocimetry to discover how swimmers gain thrust by creating vortices around the foot during the downward kick, which collide to form a jet.

“We Are Headstrong”

Two years ago, SIRC launched the “We Are Headstrong” campaign, supporting a nation-wide discussion about concussion management and prevention. For Throwback Thursday, we reflect back on the importance of a harmonized approach, leveraging the data, and continued learning to changing the sport concussion landscape in Canada.

Basketball AI

The use of machine learning and artificial intelligence in basketball has advanced in-game analysis, enabling coaches to more accurately predict player and team performances by identifying trends. Read how these techniques are revealing new insights about individual players, their teams and their opponents, promising future changes in how the pros play basketball and how the…

Moneyball

Data analytics gave the Oakland A’s a competitive advantage…until the Moneyball book and film were released. The use of data analytics has since spread throughout the sport world, negatively impacting the A’s advantage. Researchers from the University of Toronto advise, “If you have a built-in advantage, don’t ever talk about it.”

Canadian Paralympic Committee Research

“Within Swimming Canada’s Paralympic Program, we take a two-pronged approach to research, tackling the challenges that can help our swimmers and coaches in Tokyo while at the same time looking for answers to enhance and strengthen our system for the long term.” – Wayne Lomas, Swimming Canada. Learn how the Canadian Paralympic Committee is working…

CIHI Infographic

In 2016-2017, 26% of all brain injuries seen in Ontario and Alberta emergency departments were sport-related, and the majority of these (94%) were linked to concussion. Check out this infographic from the Canadian Institute for Health Information.

Super Bowl LIV

The NFL Orthopaedic Surgery Outcomes Database compares return-to-play rates and performance-based outcomes amongst NFL players who had orthopaedic surgery. Trends show players who undergo surgical procedures for tendon injuries experience a worse career trajectory than players who have surgery to fix fractures and sports hernia.

Data Privacy Day

Today is Data Privacy Day, an international effort to create awareness about the importance of respecting privacy and safeguarding data. In this SIRC blog, Natasha Johnstone, Executive Director of Ringette Canada, shares her organization’s ransomware experience, and provides tips for preventing an attack and responding if your computer network is compromised.