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What’s the Best Way to Test Acceleration in Soccer Players?
Acceleration is what wins duels in soccer — not pure top speed. But how do you test it accurately? Stopwatches bring human error, lasers can misfire, and GPS isn’t precise enough for short splits. This article explains the pros and cons of each method and why consistent, repeatable timing is the key to testing 5m, 10m, and 20m sprints players and coaches can actually trust.