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š Upside Analysis: When New Practitioners Push for New Tech: The Hidden Cost of Constant Change
Technology has become inseparable from modern professional sports.
23 hrs ago
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Julien Blin
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š Upside Special Report: MLS Calendar Alignment - Pros and Cons, Impact, Recommendations for Teams and Practitioners
Major League Soccerās decision to adopt a July-to-May schedule beginning with the 2027ā28 season represents one of the leagueās most transformativeā¦
Nov 15
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Julien Blin
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š„Upside Chat: Dr Ron Dick, Duquesne University, Ex NBA/NCAA Exec on Gambling Scandals in NBA & MLB, World Series TV Ratings, New Babe Ruthā¦
This week we had the honor to interview again Dr.
Nov 15
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Julien Blin
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š Upside Weekly Recap: NWSL Expansion, MLS Aligns with European Calendar, and Curry/UA Split
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Nov 14
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Julien Blin
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š„Upside Chat with Mike Messer (Nashville SC), Jason Han (Ex LAFC), Darcy Norman (Chicago Fire FC), Gavin Benjafield (LAFC) on Strategiesā¦
This week we have the honor to interview again a group of sports performance executives to talk about the latest trends in the world of sportsā¦
Nov 13
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Julien Blin
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ā½ 2025 Upside Elite Professional North American Dinner, PSPA Conference (Dec 10, Atlanta, GA): 23 Teams Signed Up. 1 Speaking Slot Left forā¦
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Nov 12
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Julien Blin
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ā½ š Upside Analysis: Artificial Turf vs. Natural Grass: An In-Depth Analysis of Playing Surfaces and Their Impact on Player Injuries
The surface on which athletes play is a foundational component of sports performance, athlete safety and field-operations management.
Nov 11
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Julien Blin
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š„Upside Chat with Female Sports Experts: Allison Schmitt (Olympic Champion), Ciara Burgi (Las Vegas Aces / WNBA), Byrnadeen (Miamiā¦
Today as part of our continued effort to bring more awareness on female athletes, teams and associated trends related to female athletes, we have theā¦
Nov 10
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š Upside Analysis: Inside the NBAās Wearable Technology Approval Process
What It Takes to Get on the Leagueās āApproved Devicesā List
Nov 7
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Julien Blin
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š„Upside BFR Group Chat with John Griffin (Falcons/NFL), Dr Josh Nelson (Falcons/NFL), and Dr Warren Bradley (Hytro) on BFR's Use Casesā¦
This week we have the honor to interview a group of NFL sports performance executives to talk about the latest trends in the world of BFR in the NFL.
Nov 6
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Julien Blin
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ā½ 2025 Upside Elite Professional North American Dinner, PSPA Conference (Dec 10, Atlanta, GA): 4 Speaking Slots Left for Startups to Presentā¦
Dear colleague,
Nov 5
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Julien Blin
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š¤ Upside Analysis: The Sleep Advantage: Mapping the Technologies, Science, and Strategies Powering Better Rest and Recovery in Elite Sports
Sleep is now treated as a core pillar of athletic preparation alongside training, nutrition and recovery.
Nov 4
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Julien Blin
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