Erasmus+ Sport · Project No. 101245188Integrating Smart Technologies in Basketball Training
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Innovation · Education · Basketball

Smarter tools.
Better coaching.

TechBall – Integrating Smart Technologies in Basketball Training – connects coaching practice with sensors, video analysis, performance testing and responsible use of artificial intelligence.

24MonthsProject duration
3CountriesSerbia · Croatia · Slovenia
4PartnersAcross Europe
121CoachesResearch sample
3.61/5Digital SkillSelf-assessed average
3.80/5AI ReadinessAverage score
About TechBall

A stronger, smarter basketball community

TechBall is an Erasmus+ Sport project dedicated to practical digital transformation in coaching. The project helps coaches understand, test and responsibly use smart technologies, measurement systems, video analysis and AI-supported workflows.

Technology is not treated as an end in itself. The goal is a better, more verifiable and repeatable training process in which the coach remains responsible for context and the final decision.

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TechBall participants reviewing practical work on a laptop
✓ Modern training methods✓ Digital & AI skills✓ International collaboration✓ Practical educational materials
Our activities

Workshops & practical learning

International workshops connect research, educational content and hands-on testing so coaches can move from theory to practical application.

TechBall practical workshop in a basketball hall
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Practical Training Workshops

Hands-on sessions with smart tools, measurement protocols, video and data-driven coaching methods.

TechBall educational lecture
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Educational Events

Expert-led lectures and discussions on AI, digital skills, testing protocols and modern coaching practice.

TechBall international workshop group
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International Collaboration

Partners, coaches and participants work together to test methods, exchange knowledge and improve project resources.

Research

Evidence before technology

The TechBall research gathered 121 valid responses and identified a clear readiness-resource gap: coaches show interest in AI and digital tools, while equipment access, finances and practical training remain important barriers.

3.80/5Readiness to adopt AI
2.83/5Availability of digital tools
55.4%Want foundations of AI in sport
40.5%Want work with sensors
TechBall research barriers chart
Implementation update · October 2026

From research to real-world coaching practice

The project is now in its hands-on delivery phase: educational resources have been developed, the Belgrade international workshop has been delivered, and participant feedback will inform the next transfer and refinement steps.

Completed

Research & needs analysis

121 valid responses shaped the practical educational content and confirmed where coaches need the most support.

Developed

Educational toolkit

Materials cover AI, digital tools, measurement, video, data interpretation, testing and safe implementation.

Delivered

Belgrade workshop

Coaches worked with project equipment, practical demonstrations and presentations during the international workshop.

Next

Refinement & Slovenia

Evaluation and workshop feedback feed into the next international activity and refined learning resources.

2027

Local transfer

Knowledge will be transferred to a wider group of coaches through local workshops and open educational resources.

Sustainability

Long-term use

Equipment and materials remain available for future coaching, testing and educational activities beyond the funded period.

Technology in practice

Measure. Interpret. Decide.

TechBall combines several measurement systems with video context. The value comes from standardized protocols and from linking the result back to a coaching question.

EquipmentQuantityPrimary useValue incl. VAT
Polar Verity Sense10 sensorsHeart-rate monitoring and response to load€918.00
WittySEM1 kit / 6 unitsReaction, decision and direction-selection tasks€4,940.63
Witty Wireless Timer1 kitSprint, acceleration and timing€2,061.25
OptoJump Next1 m kitJump, contact-time and flight-time analysis€3,130.13
Total procurement value€11,050.01
Research & resources

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Open-access reports, educational materials and workshop resources are included directly in the theme. Use Download PDF to save a copy.

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Artificial intelligence

Veštačka inteligencija i primena AI u sportu

From performance data and computer vision to tactics, generative AI and responsible decision support.

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Testing

Baterija motoričkih i funkcionalnih testova

Sport-specific testing framework for speed, agility, power, endurance and reaction using TechBall equipment.

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Research

Research Report

Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence in Sports Coaching: readiness, barriers, needs and recommendations.

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Istraživanje

Izveštaj o istraživanju

Digitalizacija i primena veštačke inteligencije u sportu: spremnost, prepreke, potrebe i preporuke.

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Learning & operations

Educational Material + Equipment Manual

Integrated guidance for digital tools, AI, equipment operation and practical coaching workflows.

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Edukacija i oprema

Edukativni materijal + priručnik za opremu

Objedinjeni materijal o digitalnim alatima, AI, implementaciji i praktičnom korišćenju opreme.

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PDFWorkshop
Administration

Attendance List + GDPR / Media Consent

Workshop attendance sheets with the EU disclaimer, GDPR notice and media consent.

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Our partners

Four partners, one shared goal

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Basketball Association of the City of RijekaCroatia · Coordinator
Basketball Club Janče LjubljanaSlovenia · Partner
Serbian Esports FederationSerbia · Partner
Vere MontisCroatia · Partner
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Knowledge for a stronger tomorrow

Stronger coaches. Better decisions.

Use the TechBall research, educational materials, testing protocols and workshop resources to support evidence-informed technology adoption in basketball.

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