Athletes need to make split-second decisions, have quick responses, and see the game better than their opponent. This is where sport vision training can be useful, for help with:
Eye tracking and focusing: moving the eyes precisely, clearing the target
Eye teaming: right and left eyes performing equally and together
Anticipation timing: using vision to decide how and when to enact our muscles
Visual attention: process what is important and tune out the rest
Depth perception: understanding exactly where the ball is in 3-D space
Dynamic visual acuity: seeing moving targets clearly
Eye-hand coordination: (or eye-foot coordination) matching our body to the game, and the world around us
Peripheral awareness: field awareness, capturing the scene without looking directly at each detail
Visual reaction time: the time between seeing and deciding what action to take
To learn more, visit the International Sports Vision Association’s website at sportsvision.pro.
Be sure your athlete has a comprehensive eye exam. Note that contact lenses are preferred for athletes and can be fit at any age, typically starting around age 12.
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