Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in Sports Industry

Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in Sports Industry: Past, Present, and Future: explores the transformative impact of AI and robotics across sports ecosystems. It traces origins from early mechanical tools to current applications like VAR, Hawk-Eye, wearables for injury prediction, and AI coaching dashboards in soccer, basketball, tennis, and esports. The book clarifies key concepts-automation vs. autonomy, machine learning vs. deep learning-while addressing ethical challenges such as privacy, fairness, and access inequities. Offering frameworks for human-machine teamwork, case studies, futuristic visions like digital twins, and practical guidance, it equips coaches, athletes, managers, and academics to integrate technology responsibly, while honoring the spirit of sports.

Ekaterina Glebova is a marketing professor at Higher Colleges of Technology in Dubai, UAE, and researcher at CIAMS, Université Paris-Saclay, CIAMS in Orsay, France. A prolific researcher in sports management, marketing, and emerging technologies, she has published extensively on AI applications, digital twins, and ethical tech integration in sports. Drawing from global expertise, both consulting and academia, Glebova bridges theory and practice through frameworks like the clockwork model for technology deployment and studies on twin transformation. Her work, featured in top-tier journals, guides stakeholders in navigating emerging technologies opportunities and pitfalls.

Preface. Embarking on the Journey. The Origins of AI and Robotics in Sports. Today's Playground: Where AI and Robotics Play in Sports. Mind-Blowing Stories and Wins. What's Next: Futuristic Adventures in AI and Robotics. Practical Magic: How to Bring Tech into Sports World. The Wild Ride: Challenges and Fun Ethical Rollercoaster. The Grand Finale. Tech Talk: Glossary. References. Index: A Map for Quick Navigation.