FootyTech» Uncategorized http://footytech.com Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:57:25 +0000 en hourly 1 The Sidekick http://footytech.com/the-sidekick/ http://footytech.com/the-sidekick/#comments Mon, 30 Nov 2009 13:00:00 +0000 Stuart Grimshaw http://footytech.com/the-sidekick/ Even though the highest echelons of soccer seem to be allergic to any kind of technology, pretty much the whole of the rest of the game thrives off it. TV companies use it to endlessly replay controversial decisions, and coaches use it to train and develop their players.

The latest gadget doing the rounds is from Seattle Sports Science, based in, er, Seattle. The Sidekick is a device that lets coaches deliver the ball with accuracy every time.

Invented by boffins from Microsoft, IBM & Phillips The Sidekick can be used in drills for outfield players and goalkeepers alike. Defenders can practice defending long hoofs up the field, and goalkeepers can use it to improve their reactions, as seen in this video of The Dallas

A Brand New Toy from FC Dallas on Vimeo.

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