Kinematics of shooting in netball

... Kinematics of shooting in netball Introduction "Kinematics is the branch of mechanics which describes the motion of objects using words, diagrams, numbers graphs and equations" (Sand 1984). Using this branch of mechanics it becomes possible to accurately study and record flight paths and release positions of objects used in sporting situations. For example studying a javelin throwers throw can determine if the athlete is releasing the javelin at the optimum angle, these results can be taken to the coach who can then work on the areas needed to improve the performance. "The biomechanical analysis of different events can help to understand the critical points of the technical performance, thus helping coaches and athletes in their preparation" (Grimshaw 1998). This report is based around the values received from the analysis of a netball shot. Netball shooting uses only the upper limbs simplifying the shot thus reducing the margin for error. Wilma Shakespeare (1998) said

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