Sports Science II (Elective)

“The world would have us believe that winning or success is measured by points on a scoreboard or by dollar signs. The Christian realises that winning or success is determined by whether or not a goal has been achieved, and that goal is to bring glory to God.” Thomas M. Boqdon

Overview

Students explore a variety of methods to analyse skill frequencies, movement patterns, heart rates and work to rest ratios to determine the requirements of an activity. This information can be utilised to direct training and lead to improved performance. Students use a variety of tools and techniques to analyse movement skills and apply biomechanical principles to improve and refine movement patterns in physical activity, sport and exercise. They use practical activities to demonstrate how correct application of these principles can lead to improved performance in physical activity and sport.

Aims

To understand the various methods of data collection to aid activity analysis
To utilise data collection to direct training and improve performance
To understand biomechanical principles and their application in real life sporting activities
To undertake a biomechanical analysis to improve performance
To explore the role of biomechanics in improving safety and performance in sport

Topics Include

Activity analysis
Skill frequencies
Movement patterns
Heart Rate analysi
Work-to-rest ratio
Observation techniques
Technology assisted (apps and monitors)
Link between training and performance
Biomechanics
Newton’s laws, Impulse, Projectile motion (Magnus), Momentum, Levers, Friction, Force & Stability

Time Allocation

4 periods per cycle

Requirements

Levy costs – Sports Science Experience BioLab Incursion and Activity Analysis at the State Basketball Center ($40)

Assessment

Reflective folio of involvement in activity analysis practical sessions – 35%
Biomechanics Test – 25%
Research assignment on Biomechanical advancements in sport – 40%

“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air. No, I strike a blow to my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.” 1 Corinthians 9:24-27