As has been seen in multiple instances throughout this semester, virtual reality is a mechanism being used not just for real world application, but in sports for simulating game scenarios. A few weeks back I wrote about how Purdue University is implementing VR technology into their practice schedule in order to help better prepare their quarterbacks for the intensity and speed of the game.
Yesterday, ESPN published an article discussing how Virginia Tech has taken this same approach, using VR to help get its players acclimated to the game. After this past season, Frank Beamer, a VT alumni, retired following 29 years as the Hokies head coach. With the coaching change, and a younger generation entering the VT athletics program, it is interesting to see virtual reality implemented so quickly.
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