Tech of Sports
547 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsFrom the shoes we wear on our feet to the high definition televisions in our living room, wearable devices, the sports universe is a breeding ground for technology. Writer and Photographer Rick Limpert will examine this each week on The Tech of Sports – With guests which include athletes, inventors and journalists that cover the intersection of sports and technology.
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Richard Miller Voice of North Florida Athletics
March 26, 2015 13:29 - 16.5 MBRichard Miller is the Voice of the North Florida Ospreys. From 2010 to 2014, he hosted his own show Miller On Sports in the Jacksonville market. You can hear Richard calling UNF basketball and baseball on 1010XL. On Twitter @MillerOnSports. He comes on “The Tech of Sports” to talk broadcasting, technology and the city of … Continue reading Richard Miller Voice of North Florida Athletics →
NASCAR Xfinity Driver Jimmy Weller
March 20, 2015 17:14 - 12.3 MBJimmy Weller, a native of Ohio, is racing a partial NASCAR XFINITY schedule this year, beginning with the XFINITY Series race in Richmond in a couple weeks. He actually has a really great story behind how he got to the XFINITY Series.
NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Driver Ray Black Jr.
February 28, 2015 15:44 - 4.54 MBRay Black Jr. is driving the No. 07 ScubaLife Chevrolet Silverado for the full NASCAR Camping World Truck Series schedule this season. Ray had a great race- a top-five finish at Daytona International Speedway—it was actually the best finish of his young Truck Series career. Ray is driving for long-time truck series owner Bobby Dotter … Continue reading NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Driver Ray Black Jr. →
2XU Compression Gear with Former Navy Seal Jeff Nichols
February 26, 2015 03:42 - 5.84 MB2XU Exercise Physiologist Jeff Nicholls is an Exercise Physiologist for 2XU, Australia’s leading technical sports brand, and a former US Navy Seal. Nicholls graduated from Troy University in 2002 with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology. He was an assistant strength coach where he oversaw 14 of 17 Div 1 sports teams while at the … Continue reading 2XU Compression Gear with Former Navy Seal Jeff Nichols →
Happy 100th Episode To The Tech Of Sports
February 19, 2015 05:32 - 14 MBRick Limpert has been covering the world of sports technology for years and in March of 2012, he brought his expertise and a bevy of guests to The Tech of Sports on NetcastStudio.com. He’s interviewed professional and Olympic athletes. CEOs of tech companies and athletes that depend on the latest technology for their living. Happy … Continue reading Happy 100th Episode To The Tech Of Sports →
Author James Ross
February 12, 2015 16:36 - 16.6 MBRick is again joined by James Ross. Ross is the author of six fiction novels from Prairie Winds Golf Course high atop the Mississippi river bluffs east of St. Louis, MO. His newest novel is Shari’s Shot. Threatening texts and a lover’s triangle muddy up a high society divorce. When a body is found in … Continue reading Author James Ross →
Golf Writer/Broadcaster Dan Shube
February 05, 2015 15:56 - 16.8 MBRick is joined this week by Dan Shube, a golf writer and broadcaster to talk about golf products and technology as well as his take on the recently completed, 2015 PGA Merchandise Show. For almost two decades, Dan has been an active member of the South Florida media, covering golf, travel and entertainment. During that … Continue reading Golf Writer/Broadcaster Dan Shube →
Stephanie Tilenius of Vida Health Coach
January 29, 2015 16:07 - 10.4 MBStephanie Tilenius is a well-known in Silicon Valley where she spent the last few years at venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins after leading commerce at Google for a few years. Before Google she was a longtime eBay employee in their PayPal business. In the ’90s she founded online pharmacy PlanetRx.
Interview With PGA Golfer Jordan Spieth
January 22, 2015 16:35 - 3.41 MBOne of the brightest up and coming tour players is Jordan Spieth. In only two years as a PGA Tour player he has finished in the top 10 on 18 occasions. Spieth is also ranked ninth in the official World Golf Rankings. Under Armour, which surpassed Adidas as second in sports apparel sales has ripped up … Continue reading Interview With PGA Golfer Jordan Spieth →
Luis Rincon of Wearables
January 15, 2015 14:58 - 16.5 MBLuis Rincon, CEO of Wearables.com is an expert who offers an unbiased view on the variety of devices in the market. He knows wearables and he also has some relevant data from a recently completed survey that his company did along with The Center for Generational Kinetics on consumer trends in the wearables market.
Sports Tech At CES 2015
January 09, 2015 15:37 - 8.12 MBRick has returned from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. CES now having a dedicated sports technology area was right up Rick’s alley and he discusses some of the new innovations. From smart yoga matts to all the new wearable technologies. If it’s not at CES, it doesn’t exist. Listen in as Rick presents … Continue reading Sports Tech At CES 2015 →
Rick’s Holiday Gadget Picks 2014
December 18, 2014 21:16 - 16.3 MBRick has a list and he’s checking it twice. He wants to see who’s been naughty and nice. He also wants to tell you about some of his favorite gadgets of the year. Rick and Steve take a look at some of Rick’s favorite things of 2014 Each year, right before Christmas, Rick and Steve … Continue reading Rick’s Holiday Gadget Picks 2014 →
Bryan Lozano of Parking Panda
December 11, 2014 16:09 - 15 MBParking Panda free app that helps fans find, reserve, and redeem parking in advance of a game and we’ve begun to innovate the parking experience for fans across the country. We’ve already partnered with MLB.com providing 6 teams with parking along with a number of professional sports teams that include the NFL Falcons, Ravens, NHL … Continue reading Bryan Lozano of Parking Panda →
Jesse Harper, CEO of i1 Biometrics
December 04, 2014 16:00 - 13.9 MBJesse Harper is CEO of i1 Biometrics, a Kirkland, Wash-based sports technology company working with teams at the NCAA and High School level to detect and report dangerous head impacts on the field of play in real time.
Writer- John Scott Lewinski
November 20, 2014 16:28 - 14.9 MBWriter John Scott Lewinski. John travels the world to cover events like auto shows, the NFL in London, resort openings and whatever else cool he comes across.
Nicholas Cowey on Birding
November 07, 2014 15:39 - 12.8 MBNicholas is an Eagle Scout and worked ten years at the Lost Pines Scout Reservation in Bastrop starting as a merit badge counselor, Nature Director, and rose to Camp Program Director. Nicholas also worked with the Fort Smith Mountain Men adventure firm developing travel programs for youth throughout the western states and Canada.
Bear Miller of ClubCrown
October 16, 2014 13:47 - 16.4 MBClubCrown launched their original professionally installed customization product, ClubCrown.com. ClubCrown STRIPE looks to capitalize on the mass market demand with it’s innovative self-install feature. We look forward to paving the path with you in the golf industry.
David Jackemeyer of Breezing
September 26, 2014 17:20 - 16.8 MBBreezing has launched as the world’s first portable device that can measure an individual’s metabolism and use that information to provide diet and exercise recommendations for maintaining or reaching a healthy weight. The market is full of devices that help people track their exercise routines, such as miles run or walked, but this is the … Continue reading David Jackemeyer of Breezing →
PowerBilt CEO and President, Ross Kvinge
September 11, 2014 15:06 - 17.4 MBRoss Kvinge is a 35 year veteran in the golf business and is currently the President & CEO of PowerBilt Golf. Prior to starting his own business he worked for Spalding Sports as brand manager for Spalding Club division and director of market for the Top-Flight club division. He was soon recruited by Jack Nicklaus … Continue reading PowerBilt CEO and President, Ross Kvinge →
Tennis Roundtable with Marty Collins and Lisa Stone
August 21, 2014 01:57 - 25.7 MBTennis Talk tonight. Marty Collins, a tennis parent, enthusiast, and advocate from the USTA Northern California Section and Lisa Stone of the Parenting Aces blog and residing in the Southern Section.
Scott Fuller Of Bogey Tees Off
August 07, 2014 13:51 - 21.1 MBAs an aspiring screenwriter, Scott fell into the art department. After a few years in the union, he returned to Virginia to open a retail pottery studio and got married. His desire to write continued and the initial concept of Bogey was penned as an animated feature film. But it wasn’t until after starting a … Continue reading Scott Fuller Of Bogey Tees Off →
Tony Korologos Of Hooked On Golf
July 29, 2014 15:14 - 19.1 MBHooked On Golf Blog is one of the very first golf blogs, established back in 2004. Tony has posted nearly 5,000 golf blog posts and over 20,000 golf related photos. Over the years he’s seen hundreds of golf blogs come and go. It takes passion and dedication and a lot of time to do it … Continue reading Tony Korologos Of Hooked On Golf →
Ryan Wolfington of USTA Nevada
July 10, 2014 00:43 - 18 MBUSTA Nevada Director of Tennis, Ryan Wolfington, joins us to talk various tennis topics. He heads the Marty Hennessey Foundation, works with Mike Agassi No Quit and just does a lot for Las Vegas tennis.
Dr. Jedediah Jones
July 03, 2014 05:21 - 21.1 MBWe are joined by Dr. Jed Jones again this week. He’s a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Hand Surgeon at Hand Surgery Specialists of Nevada in Las Vegas.
Nesha Sanghavi of University Girls Apparel
June 12, 2014 14:33 - 17.8 MBNesha Sanghavi, owner of University Girls, is a former West Virginia University Varsity cheerleader for the men’s football and basketball teams and a WVU alumni. During her time as a cheerleader, Nesha noticed a lack of fashion in the collegiate apparel market and decided to take matters into her own hands, creating University Girls Apparel.
Jon Finer Of KSUOwlHowl
May 30, 2014 13:02 - 14.1 MBThis week on “The Tech of Sports,” Rick talks with Jon Finer, who is the founder of KSUOwlHowl.com. The original fan site for Kennesaw State University athletics. They talk about starting a fan site, the challenges Jon faced, and the future of fan sites.
The Outer Banks
May 22, 2014 13:29 - 14.3 MBThe Outer Banks (also known as OBX) is a 200-mile (320-km) long string of narrow barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina and a small portion of Virginia, beginning in the southeastern corner of Virginia Beach on the east coast of the United States. They cover most of the North Carolina coastline, separating the … Continue reading The Outer Banks →
Professional Dancer Ashleigh Di Lello
May 12, 2014 15:51 - 4.62 MBAshleigh Di Lello has an absolutely inspiring story that would motivate anyone trying to change his/her life. She fought a 4.5 year life-threatening illness, followed by several serious injuries, where doctors told her even if she survived, she’d never be active or dance again. Her determination and strong will not only helped her survive, but … Continue reading Professional Dancer Ashleigh Di Lello →
Kyle Crabbs of NDT Scouting
May 01, 2014 21:51 - 12.6 MBNDT Scouting is an independent NFL scouting service. They are in the business of evaluating college players looking to make it in the NFL. Kyle is a member of the Pro Football Writers Association and has been scouting the NFL Draft since 2010.
Professor Bruce Bukiet’s 2014 MLB Predictions
April 25, 2014 13:59 - 17.9 MBNJIT Associate Professor of Mathematical Sciences Bruce Bukiet has released his annual Major League Baseball projections. For the 2014 season, Bukiet’s model pegs Boston, Detroit, and Oakland as American League Division winners, with Anaheim and Seattle narrowly edging Tampa Bay and the New York Yankees in the AL Wildcard chase.
The Legendary Don Felder
March 26, 2014 21:23 - 5.99 MBYes, it’s the legendary former guitarist of The Eagles, Don Felder on “The Tech of Sports” this week. Don is heading out on tour with Styx and Foreigner this summer and he also is a big golfer.
PGA Tour Player Will Willcox
March 20, 2014 13:55 - 8.77 MBWilcox became only the fourth professional golfer in Web.com Tour history to shoot a 59 for a round. Wilcox’s card had 10 birdies, seven pars, and an eagle for a 12-under score in the final round of the Utah Championship at Willow Creek CC in Sandy, Utah He finished seventh on the 2013 Web.com Tour … Continue reading PGA Tour Player Will Willcox →
John Ewing of PredictionMachine.com
March 13, 2014 01:21 - 17.8 MBJohn Manages the Predictalator, the most advanced sports forecasting software available today. The technology has the ability to account for all of the statistical interactions of the players (playing or not playing/injured), coaches, officials, fans (home-field advantage) and weather in each game. The Predictalator plays every game 50,000 times before it’s actually played. Utilizing the … Continue reading John Ewing of PredictionMachine.com →
Tennis With Jeff Salzenstein
February 27, 2014 15:08 - 18.8 MBJeff Salzenstein former top junior tennis player, All-American at Stanford and former ATP top-100 player, He has career wins over Mardy Fish and David Nalbandian among others. Now a high performance coach, guest speaker, my tennis go-to guy.
Podcaster Nick Seuberling
February 13, 2014 04:27 - 30.4 MBNick founded the Sports Podcast Entertainment Network (SPNT.tv) in January 2012 and serves as the host and producer of 5 different podcasts on the network. His goal is to make SPNT an industry leader in the podcast world.
Terry Davis, PGA Professional at FarmLinks
February 06, 2014 14:11 - 45.6 MBGoing to talk golf and a whole lot more with Terry Davis, PGA Pro from Birmingham, AL, but he works at one of my favorite courses – FarmLinks in Sylacauga, AL. FarmLinks is a research and demonstration golf course, so that means Terry and his staff has to stay current on all the latest golf … Continue reading Terry Davis, PGA Professional at FarmLinks →
Sports Researcher Max Roberts
January 30, 2014 13:00 - 13.3 MBThe Georgetown Sports Analysis Business and Research Group is a student organization at Georgetown University whose goals are to develop interest and awareness of the sports industry, to educate students about career, internship and education opportunities related to sports, and to engage in sports research
Coach John Brubaker
January 09, 2014 14:57 - 38.7 MBJohn Brubaker is a nationally renowned performance consultant, speaker and award-winning author. John teaches audiences how to obtain better results in business with straightforward tools that turbo charge performance. Using a multidisciplinary approach, “Coach Bru” helps organizations develop their competitive edge.
Rick’s Favorite Gadgets and Tech of 2013
December 19, 2013 15:36 - 31.4 MB2013 was a huge year for technology innovation in and out of the world of sports. This is the last “Tech of Sports” of 2013, and that means it’s time to look at some of my favorites of the year.
Davyeon Ross of ShotTracker
December 12, 2013 14:52 - 32.8 MBShotTracker – affordable, wearable tech for basketball players – with founder Davyeon Ross. He shares more about the tech and how they’re helping shooters improve their game through data.
Chris Majer of The Human Potential Project
December 05, 2013 16:06 - 14.7 MBRick this week is joined by Chris Majer, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Human Potential Project, who is the author of “The Power to Transform: Passion, Power, and Purpose in Daily Life” (Rodale), which teaches the strategies corporate, military, and sports leaders have used to positively transform themselves and their organizations in a … Continue reading Chris Majer of The Human Potential Project →
Author John O’Hern
November 21, 2013 03:56 - 14.7 MBAuthor John O’Hern. When not writing, teaching golf lessons at the local golf course or sneaking out for a quick nine holes, John is a regular on the local Storytelling circuit, using his natural comedic gifts to entertain. John has lived with his wife and children in Connecticut for twenty years.
Mike Muhney on Social Media
November 14, 2013 14:12 - 13.2 MBMike Muhney has enjoyed a varied, passionate and uniquely successful career in the high-tech industry. Born and raised in Chicago and graduating from the University of Illinois with a degree in Finance, with Honors.
Dave Gottfeld of Spark Motion
November 07, 2013 01:56 - 13.6 MBDave Gottfeld, founder and President of Spark Motion, quickly realized that traditional schools were not designed for visual tactile learners like him. In recognizing that clients and patients really want to be successful, Dave started collaborating with others, the soon to be Spark Motion co-founders, to address issues of how people interpret information. The solution … Continue reading Dave Gottfeld of Spark Motion →
Jim McFarland of Flexr Sports
October 31, 2013 14:13 - 14 MBRunners across the country are always searching for the perfect water bottle to stay hydrated — and Flexr Sports has the answer. Their BPA-free sports water bottle with the first disposable and fully biodegradable liner so it is fresh and clean every time you use it. Flexr Sports is a great way to stay hydrated … Continue reading Jim McFarland of Flexr Sports →
Carson Beebe Bantamweight Fighter
October 17, 2013 03:25 - 11 MBRick hosted a telephone conversation with Carson Beebe Bantamweight Fighter. Carson Beebe has been wrestling since the age of 4, eventually earning a scholarship to compete at Purdue University.
Kyle Davenport Of Protect Your Bubble
October 03, 2013 00:46 - 11.6 MBProtect Your Bubble is part of a Fortune 500, global insurance company so they have the dependability you’re looking for when it comes to your insurance. What sets them apart from the other guys is that they don’t offer home-owners insurance or life insurance, we do offer social life insurance.
Keith Hatfield And The Hatfield Strap
September 26, 2013 14:47 - 13.3 MBKeith Hatfield and he designed the Hatfield Strap. He was an athletic trainer for the Kansas City Royals. He designed an athletic stretching strap athletes are using to stretch. It’s also designed for people with plantar faciitis. Could be a perfect thing for Albert Pujols.
Current Sports Tech News and Trends
September 12, 2013 13:33 - 17 MBThere were a large number of tech announcements this week and some of them impact the world of sports. Rick also spent the last three days at FarmLinks in Alabama. Farmlinks is part of Pursell Farms, and it is a research and demonstration golf course.
Ryan Kendrick of Dynamic Tape
August 29, 2013 13:35 - 28.6 MBAthletes across the world are taping up—a movement that exploded during the 2012 London Olympics and video of international stars like Serena Williams and David Beckham wearing various forms of tape. Tens of thousands of people worldwide are trained in various forms of taping including Ryan Kendrick, founder of Dynamic Tape and a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist … Continue reading Ryan Kendrick of Dynamic Tape →