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Biomechanics and Technology in Sports

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Biosciences and Bioengineering".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 July 2026 | Viewed by 10395

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Dr. Toni Modric

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Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Split, 21000 Split, Croatia
Interests: soccer; match load; training load; physical performance; technical performance; tactical performance; performance analysis; monitoring; coaching
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Dr. Sime Versic

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Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Split, 21000 Split, Croatia
Interests: performance analysis; biomechanics; injuries; strength and conditioning; sport demands
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The demands of modern sport are constantly evolving; thus, a deeper understanding of how athletes move, adapt, and perform is required. Biomechanics offers a scientific foundation for analyzing human movement, while technological innovations are redefining how we measure, assess, and consequently improve performance in both elite and recreational settings.

This Special Issue welcomes the submission of original research articles and high-quality reviews that explore how biomechanical principles and innovative technologies contribute to understanding, enhancing, and monitoring sports performance. All submissions will undergo a peer-review process to ensure their high scientific quality and relevance.

Dr. Toni Modric
Dr. Sime Versic
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • sports biomechanics
  • movement assessment
  • sports technology
  • athletic performance
  • wearable sensors
  • motion analysis
  • kinematics
  • kinetics
  • data-driven training
  • performance enhancement

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Lower Functional Bilateral Deficit Is Associated with Superior Multidirectional Performance in Soccer Players
by Marvyn Moya Ortega, Inmaculada Aparicio Aparicio, Jaime Arenas-Granada, Jose Ignacio Priego-Quesada, Alberto Encarnación-Martínez and Pedro Pérez-Soriano
Appl. Sci. 2026, 16(13), 6449; https://doi.org/10.3390/app16136449 (registering DOI) - 29 Jun 2026
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Bilateral deficit (BLD) is traditionally defined as the reduced capacity to produce force during simultaneous bilateral contractions compared with the summed output of unilateral actions. However, in applied sport settings, BLD is frequently estimated from countermovement jump (CMJ) performance, representing a functional rather [...] Read more.
Bilateral deficit (BLD) is traditionally defined as the reduced capacity to produce force during simultaneous bilateral contractions compared with the summed output of unilateral actions. However, in applied sport settings, BLD is frequently estimated from countermovement jump (CMJ) performance, representing a functional rather than a direct mechanical measure of force production. Therefore, the aim of this study was to examine the association between a CMJ-derived functional BLD index and multidirectional performance in soccer players. Forty male university soccer players (age: 23 ± 1 years) performed unilateral and bilateral CMJ. The BLD index was calculated from jump height values obtained during these assessments. Participants subsequently completed the 505 change-of-direction (CoD) test, which was analyzed using two-dimensional video-based motion analysis. Participants were classified according to BLD magnitude into low, moderate, and high BLD groups. Group differences were assessed using Kruskal–Wallis tests with Bonferroni-adjusted post hoc comparisons. Additionally, Spearman correlation analyses were performed using BLD as a continuous variable. Significant between-group differences were observed across all temporal phases of the 505 test (p < 0.001), with players exhibiting lower BLD values demonstrating superior acceleration, deceleration, reacceleration, and overall CoD performance. Significant negative correlations were also observed between BLD and reaction time, acceleration, deceleration, reacceleration, CoD time, and CoD deficit (rs = −0.42 to −0.69; p < 0.001). No significant associations were found for stride length, acceleration ability, or inter-limb asymmetry. These findings suggest that lower magnitudes of a CMJ-derived functional BLD index are associated with superior multidirectional performance in soccer players. However, given that BLD was estimated from jump performance, the results should be interpreted as associations with a functional neuromuscular performance index rather than as direct evidence of bilateral force production capacity. Full article
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Shots During One-Goal Leads and Match Outcomes in the English Premier League
by Andrija Alebic, Ivan Sunjic, Sime Versic, Łukasz Radzimiński, Alexis Padrón-Cabo, Ryland Morgans, Damir Sekulic and Toni Modric
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(20), 10868; https://doi.org/10.3390/app152010868 - 10 Oct 2025
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This observational retrospective study aimed to examine the association between team behaviour during periods of one-goal leads and subsequent match outcomes while accounting for team level and match location. All matches (n = 380) of the English Premier League (EPL) during the [...] Read more.
This observational retrospective study aimed to examine the association between team behaviour during periods of one-goal leads and subsequent match outcomes while accounting for team level and match location. All matches (n = 380) of the English Premier League (EPL) during the season 2023/24 were analyzed. Team behaviour was evaluated by shots every 10 min during a one-goal lead (SP10MDOGL), a time-normalized indicator of offensive activity that reflects a team’s strategic orientation while protecting a narrow lead. Mixed effects multinomial logistic regression was used to establish the association between SP10MDOGL and the match outcome. Results indicated that increased SP10MDOGL was strongly associated with a higher likelihood of both drawing (Odds ratio (OR) = 2.37, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.29–4.33; Cohen’s d (d) = 0.47) and winning (OR = 3.38; 95%CI = 1.93–5.92; d = 0.67) compared to losing. This association remained consistent across high-, intermediate-, and low-level teams regardless of whether they played at home or away. These findings suggest that maintaining an offensive approach through an increased number of shots during a one-goal lead is associated with a higher likelihood of securing positive match outcomes within the elite-level football context, such as the EPL. Soccer coaches should consider implementing proactive offensive strategies when protecting a narrow lead, regardless of their team level and match location. Full article
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Comparison of Finger Flexor Strength and Muscle Quality Between Climbers and Non-Climbers: Influence of Sex and Grip Type
by Diego González-Martín, Javier Santos-Pérez, Sergio Maroto-Izquierdo, José Antonio de Paz and Ángel Gallego-Selles
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(13), 7161; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15137161 - 25 Jun 2025
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Climbing demands exceptional isometric finger flexor strength and neuromuscular efficiency. This study aimed to compare maximum isometric strength and muscle quality (MQ) between climbers and non-climbers and examine the influence of sex and specific grip types. Methods: 33 climbers (14 women) and 29 [...] Read more.
Climbing demands exceptional isometric finger flexor strength and neuromuscular efficiency. This study aimed to compare maximum isometric strength and muscle quality (MQ) between climbers and non-climbers and examine the influence of sex and specific grip types. Methods: 33 climbers (14 women) and 29 non-climbers (15 women) volunteered in this study. Maximum isometric strength was measured for handgrip, three-finger drag, and half-crimp grips, while forearm muscle mass was estimated using DXA. MQ was calculated as the ratio of peak isometric force to forearm muscle mass. Results: Climbers demonstrated significantly higher isometric strength in both the three-finger drag and half-crimp grips compared to non-climbers (p < 0.01); however, non-significant differences were observed in handgrip strength. Despite similar forearm muscle mass, climbers exhibited greater MQ. Notably, female non-climbers showed higher MQ than their male counterparts (p < 0.05), a sex difference that was not evident among climbers. All tests exhibited high repeatability (ICC > 0.93, CV < 5.81%) with low SEM and MDC95 values. Conclusions: The findings underscore the necessity of employing climbing-specific strength assessments to capture the unique neuromuscular adaptations induced by climbing training. Muscle quality emerges as a sex-neutral biomarker for strength performance evaluation, with potential applications in the optimization of training programs. Future research should further explore the predictive value of MQ and strive for standardized testing protocols. Full article
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