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New York City, NY (October 21st, 2024) – Balltime, the world’s first AI-powered volleyball platform, is proud to announce its partnership with Excelsior, one of the 40 regions of USA Volleyball. This collaboration will provide Excelsior athletes, coaches, and families with access to Balltime’s advanced video analysis tools, delivering AI-driven insights to enhance player performance and development to upstate New York.
This exciting partnership gives Excelsior-affiliated clubs exclusive access to Balltime’s AI-powered platform at a special discounted rate, empowering athletes at every level to elevate their game and shine in the recruiting process. With some of the region’s top clubs already harnessing the power of Balltime, including Team LVC and Northeast Thunder Volleyball Club, this collaboration is set to take volleyball performance to new heights.
“We are delighted to partner with Excelsior to make our AI-powered platform accessible to volleyball athletes and coaches throughout the region. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in empowering players with the tools they need to enhance their skills and succeed in the sport, both on and off the court,” said Dan Banon, CEO of Balltime.
"We are thrilled to partner with Balltime to bring cutting-edge video analytics to our volleyball programs. We’ve been following Balltime for a while now and after meeting the team and learning more about their platform, we saw it as the perfect fit for our region,” said Scott Wilhelm, Excelsior Commissioner.
In addition to Balltime’s AI video analysis tools, this partnership aims to enhance the recruiting process for athletes looking to play at the collegiate level. The ease of video breakdowns, highlight creation, and sharing features will help Excelsior athletes stand out to recruiters nationwide.
"Balltime AI has been a game-changer for my team,” said Nathaniel Shuart, Communication & Marketing Director and Coach for Excelsior. “My co-coach, parents, and players have all embraced the platform and absolutely loved it! Last season, we saw significant improvements in both coaching techniques and player performance. It’s an invaluable tool that has not only enhanced our training but also boosted how our girls view themselves, motivating them to take the next step in improving both their own skills and their teammates."
Excelsior Empire is dedicated to promoting volleyball as a lifelong sport through its administration of USA Volleyball (USAV) Regional programs. With a focus on developing competitive teams across all age and skill levels, Excelsior ensures high-quality tournaments, coaches, and officials. The organization prides itself on earning the respect of athletes, parents, and school administrators, while also serving as a trusted resource for volleyball communities beyond USAV. Excelsior offers a wide range of programs, including juniors and adult competitions, high-performance training, and referee and coach development, with plans to expand into beach volleyball, collegiate programs, and broader outreach.
Balltime is the next-generation video and analytics platform for volleyball, entirely powered by AI. Created by volleyball players, Balltime’s mission is to democratize access to pro-level video and analytics tools, supporting athletes in the recruiting process. Individual families, youth clubs, high schools, collegiate programs, and international teams all use Balltime’s platform to break down film, view stats and analytics, and create highlight videos. Balltime is headquartered in Tel Aviv and backed by some of the biggest names in the sport, including Phil Dalhausser, Carli Lloyd, Zoe Fleck, and Taylor Crabb. Learn more at www.balltime.com or on Instagram at @balltime.ai.
