Automatic detection of one-on-one tackles and ruck events using microtechnology in rugby union
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Article Title | Automatic detection of one-on-one tackles and ruck events using microtechnology in rugby union |
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ERA Journal ID | 9776 |
Article Category | Article |
Authors | Chambers, Ryan M. (Author), Gabbett, Tim J. (Author), Gupta, Ritu (Author), Josman, Casey (Author), Bown, Rhodri (Author), Stridgeon, Paul (Author) and Cole, Michael H. (Author) |
Journal Title | Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport |
Journal Citation | 22 (7), pp. 827-832 |
Number of Pages | 6 |
Year | 2019 |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Place of Publication | Australia |
ISSN | 1440-2440 |
1878-1861 | |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsams.2019.01.001 |
Web Address (URL) | https://www.jsams.org/article/S1440-2440(18)30292-5/fulltext |
Abstract | Objectives: To automate the detection of ruck and tackle events in rugby union using a specifically-designed algorithm based on microsensor data. Design: Cross-sectional study. Methods: Elite rugby union players wore microtechnology devices (Catapult, S5) during match-play. Ruck (n = 125) and tackle (n = 125) event data was synchronised with video footage compiled from international rugby union match-play ruck and tackle events. A specifically-designed algorithm to detect ruck and tackle events was developed using a random forest classification model. This algorithm was then validated using 8 additional international match-play datasets and video footage, with each ruck and tackle manually coded and verified if the event was correctly identified by the algorithm. Results: The classification algorithm's results indicated that all rucks and tackles were correctly identified during match-play when 79.4 ± 9.2% and 81.0 ± 9.3% of the random forest decision trees agreed with the video-based determination of these events. Sub-group analyses of backs and forwards yielded similar optimal confidence percentages of 79.7% and 79.1% respectively for rucks. Sub-analysis revealed backs (85.3 ± 7.2%) produced a higher algorithm cut-off for tackles than forwards (77.7 ± 12.2%). Conclusions: The specifically-designed algorithm was able to detect rucks and tackles for all positions involved. For optimal results, it is recommended that practitioners use the recommended cut-off (80%) to limit false positives for match-play and training. Although this algorithm provides an improved insight into the number and type of collisions in which rugby players engage, this algorithm does not provide impact forces of these events. |
Keywords | Accelerometry; Adult; Algorithms; Athletic Performance; Cross-Sectional Studies; Football; Humans; Male; Microtechnology; Predictive Value of Tests; Reproducibility of Results; Video Recording; Wearable Electronic Devices |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 420799. Sports science and exercise not elsewhere classified |
Byline Affiliations | Welsh Rugby Union, United Kingdom |
Institute for Resilient Regions | |
Curtin University | |
Australian Catholic University | |
Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/q6w79/automatic-detection-of-one-on-one-tackles-and-ruck-events-using-microtechnology-in-rugby-union
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