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HENRICO, VA and PORTLAND, OR, Feb 1, 2023 – The Elite Clubs National League (ECNL), the premier youth soccer league in the United States, and Beyond Pulse (BP), creator of the Smart Belt and Flowband wearable technology, are excited to announce the extension of their partnership making cutting edge training technologies more accessible to ECNL clubs, coaches and players.
Since first partnering with Beyond Pulse in 2019, ECNL players participating in the league’s National Selection Games and featured ECNL teams at showcase events have had access to BP smart belts, which track a variety of metrics including heart rate, workload, active participation, distance covered, and speed. BP’s simplified dashboard and reporting provide intuitive and simple feedback loops for players, coaches, and clubs, allowing them to create more productive, more engaging training environments.
“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the ECNL,” said Matthew Pell, CEO of Beyond Pulse. “Their innovation and programming have been impactful in introducing coaches, teams, and clubs to our smart wearable products. We look forward to continuing to work together on our mutual mission to elevate the youth soccer experience with development at the heart of everything we do.”
“The Beyond Pulse sports wearable technology has been a fantastic addition for players and coaches in our league, providing them with data to understand performance, load, and other metrics to integrate into their trainings,” said Jason Kutney, ECNL Boys Commissioner. “Technologies are changing and enhancing sport at all levels. Helping our member clubs access these training tools is a natural extension of our commitment to ensuring best opportunities for player development.
ECNL clubs can get started with Beyond Pulse Smart Belt technology at a discounted rate of just $75 per player/year. ECNL clubs can also be among the first to adopt Beyond Pulse’s new Flowband – the world’s first wearable technology captain armband, focused on the younger age groups looking for a simpler and more affordable wearable tech introduction. Clubs interested in speaking with Beyond Pulse about getting started can do so HERE.
Together, ECNL and Beyond Pulse are committed to delivering the best experiences and results for youth coaches, players, teams and clubs across the United States.
About ECNL
The ECNL is the nation’s leading youth soccer development platform. The ECNL respects and celebrates the unique individuality of every youth soccer player and club, supporting and enabling them to unleash their unfettered passion and fierce tenacity in striving to achieve their potential.
The ECNL mission to Raise the Game is a total commitment to create the best possible environment for players, coaches, referees and administrators, with a determination to constantly question convention and challenge the status quo in youth sports.
The ECNL Commitment:
We will lead, set our eyes on new horizons, and pursue them relentlessly. Born out of the belief in a better way. Continued in the ever-evolving pursuit of excellence.
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About Beyond Pulse
Beyond Pulse creates smart wearable educational technology developed to help coaches coach better with the athlete at the center. Where most wearable sports technologies aim to improve player performance, Beyond Pulse is dedicated to improving the coach, while also empowering organizations to help develop coaches. Designed by coaches for coaches, Beyond Pulse exists to create a better youth sports culture, by helping coaches be better teachers and leaders. Founded in Portland, Oregon in 2017, Beyond Pulse guides coaches in understanding the health and performance of their players, including key development indicators such as Heart Rate, Player Workload, Distance Covered, Speed, High Impact Sprints and Calories. The core strength of Beyond Pulse is the unique team of people who are both experts in their field and passionate about achieving the Beyond Pulse mission – to promote best practices in coaching education and youth development. The BP Smart Belt, affordable and easy-to-use, was developed for coaches, players, clubs and parents.
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Contact:
Beyond Pulse
Ellie Eckerle
ECNL
Erica Bates
