SportAI specializes in racket sports, turning stroke videos filmed on a phone into technique-analysis reports. The system recognizes motion phases, compares against a standard model, and points out problems with grip, backswing, and contact point, letting players without a coach beside them get concrete feedback.
Features and use scenarios
The product has two lines: SportAI Open for individual players and coaches, and an enterprise version licensed to clubs, associations, camera makers, and streaming platforms. Analysis covers the main strokes of tennis and padel, with output including motion-breakdown frames and improvement suggestions. Developed by a team in Oslo, Norway, with tennis star Casper Ruud among its public supporters.
It suits amateur tennis and padel players, coaches, and club operators. Taiwan's padel courts have opened quickly in the past two years, but coach numbers can't keep up, so this "look at your report first, ask key points in class" usage is quite practical for beginners.
Main features
- Automatic recognition of stroke motion phases
- Comparison with a standard motion model
- Concrete technique-improvement suggestions
- Enterprise licensing for clubs and associations
- Analysis from just a phone video
Common uses
- Amateur players' self technique review
- Coach teaching aid and evidence
- Club value-add service
- Athletes' long-term technique tracking
Key Features
- Automatic recognition of stroke motion phases
- Comparison with a standard motion model
- Concrete technique-improvement suggestions
- Enterprise licensing for clubs and associations
- Analysis from just a phone video
Pros
- Lowers the barrier to technique analysis, no private coach needed
- Focused on racket sports, targeted analysis
- Dual individual and enterprise plans
Cons
- Currently only supports tennis and padel
- Shooting angle affects analysis accuracy
- Pricing info not fully public; inquire
Use Cases
- Amateur players' self technique review
- Coach teaching aid and evidence
- Club value-add service
- Athletes' long-term technique tracking
Editor's Note
Taiwan's padel courts have opened faster than coaches can be trained, and this kind of tool fits right in that gap. Still, technique in the end needs someone beside you shouting to raise your hand higher.
FAQ
Can I just film casually with a phone?
Yes, but angle matters. A side-on fixed shot with the whole stroke in frame gives reliable analysis; a diagonal-rear or handheld shaky video will noticeably increase error.
Can it replace a coach?
No, but it can change the efficiency of a lesson. Look at your report first to know where the problem is, so lesson time can be used practicing corrections rather than on diagnosis.
