Sport specific speed is the single factor that can change the outcome of a game. With all other factors being equal, the athlete with the best sport specific speed will prevail.

Sport specific speed is not the fastest athlete. It is the athlete who is the most efficient in linear, lateral, and angular acceleration and deceleration.

Can an athlete improve sport specific speed?
Yes, sport specific speed is a skill. It can be improved just like kicking for a goal or shooting for a basket.

What is the focus of the Sport Specific Speed Program?
Proper athletic position; Effective use of the Centre of Gravity and Base of Support;
Multi-directional acceleration, deceleration, and change-of-direction; Agility; Quickness; Reaction

If the focus is speed development, why is there emphasis on deceleration?
Deceleration is key to sport speed. Athletes cannot play fast until they learn to stop fast. As well, improper deceleration is a major factor in non-contact injuries, particularly in the female athlete.

What athletes would benefit from a Sport Specific Speed program?
Athletes in sports involving stopping, change of direction (cutting), acceleration, and quickness. The activities are specifically modified to accommodate sports such as basketball, soccer, and lacrosse. The program is delivered with a low instructor-athlete ratio.