Windermere Prep acquires state-of-the-art athletic tracking, measurement system

Windermere Prep announced the acquisition of the SmartSpeed Timing System, a state-of-the-art athletic tracking and measurement system, from global leader in human performance and musculoskeletal assessment technologies, VALD.

“This investment marks a significant step forward in enhancing the athletic development and performance tracking capabilities of our student-athletes,” said a post on the Windermere Prep Athletic Department Instagram page. “With capabilities to measure sprint speed, reaction time, agility and jump performance, all data flows into VALD Hub for long-term analysis and individualized athlete tracking.”

The collection of these data points creates a variety of benefits for the athletes and their coaches, such as providing accurate assessments of key athletic traits of an athlete that can be used to direct the focus of training or coaching. 

“SmartSpeed supports efficient training sessions, real-time feedback and data-driven coaching,” said the Instagram post. “It fosters a competitive environment, supports injury prevention and helps athletes track their progress with accuracy. This investment reflects Windermere Prep's continued commitment to providing a world-class athletic experience and empowering student-athletes with the tools to reach their full potential.”