The importance of technology in this field
Improving sports performance
Advances in technology now allow athletes to monitor and analyze their performance in real time. Devices like smartwatches and fitness tracking apps provide detailed data about your heart rate, speed, distance traveled, and other important parameters. This data helps athletes and coaches identify areas for improvement and optimize training strategies.
injury prevention
Technology also plays an important role in injury prevention. From movement tracking devices to biomechanical analysis systems, athletes can identify problematic movement patterns that can lead to injury. Additionally, virtual reality is being used to simulate match situations and practice injury-free movements.
Innovation in entertainment.
Technology has changed the way fans experience sports. High-definition broadcasting, augmented reality, and virtual reality have taken the viewing experience to a new level. Fans can now enjoy instant replays, multiple camera angles, and real-time data during sporting events.
Refereeing and decision making
The introduction of referee assistance technologies such as VAR (Video Assistant Referee) in soccer has minimized referee errors and ensured fairer decisions.
In this regard, Telefónica has a women's soccer team, of which I am a member. I have always received support from the company, which has allowed me to improve my training and final results.
Currently with a total of 20 players, the Telefonica team never stops rolling the ball. Recently, we held the 15th RC Corporate Women's Indoor Football League Autumn/Winter 23-24, which ended in great success with 2nd place due to the high competitiveness of each team, proving our excellent quality and experience. Did. Plus, he has two great pieces of news.
The company signed a friendship agreement between the Movistar team captain and Meteco Energia Verde. Both teams are joining forces for the next seven-a-side football tournament starting in April. This is a unique alliance that combines the skill, technology, sustainability and passion of our athletes and, above all, the desire to continue playing a sport that everyone can enjoy. This is what the Telefonica team has been working on for over 10 years with him and will continue to do so with Metco in the next tournament.
Their ambition and desire to continue the expansion of their veteran team and equality between companies leads us to a new futsal tournament in Mallorca, the 2nd Mallorca Women's Tournament.
Data analysis and strategy
Technology has democratized access to data and strategic information. Sports teams use advanced data analytics to evaluate player performance, identify patterns of play, and develop competitive strategies. This has leveled the playing field, allowing even the smallest teams to compete with the giants of the sport.
My sports experience at a technology company
The history of the Telefonica Women's Football Team has been shaped year after year thanks to its players and always hand in hand with Telefonica technology. Just like our company, these are the same players who want to carry on the legacy of those early days. Retention of talent is one of the most important factors in the new era of the labor market, and promoting initiatives such as sports in the workplace is a great example of this. The pride of belonging to a brand that promotes diversity, inclusion of all types of profiles, and values of egalitarianism and respect yields far more positive internal results than other companies. It's proven. The importance of corporate and technical support is essential to making this happen and for us to continue to celebrate more than 100 years of honors and titles. Promoting equality in sport and work will be key for generations to come. We are always stronger when we unite and unite.
In short, technology has had a transformative impact on the world of sports, from improving individual performance to evolving the spectator experience. As technology continues to advance, it is likely to continue to play a central role in the evolution and growth of sports around the world.
