Anticipating the 2026-2027 Super League season, Persebaya Surabaya is taking a progressive step by integrating cutting-edge sports science technology into their training sessions. The pride of Surabaya is now utilizing VALD Performance devices to conduct in-depth monitoring of the physical condition of all the Bajol Ijo squad.
This data collection process is carried out through a strategic collaboration between the club and DBL Indonesia, via DBL and the Persebaya Academy. Unlike conventional screening methods, this device allows the coaching staff to comprehensively map players' physical profiles, ranging from muscle strength and explosive power to the early identification of potential injury risks that athletes might face.
Persebaya's physical coach, Diogo Carvalho, emphasized that the accuracy of the data generated by the system is a crucial foundation for the coaching staff in designing personalized and measurable training programs. This detailed information will help the coaches determine the workload of each player so they remain in peak condition when the competition gets underway.
Furthermore, Diogo explained that the physical evaluation covers various vital parameters such as the strength of the abductor muscles, quadriceps, and hamstring function. In addition, the athletes' ability to perform vertical and horizontal jumps is also precisely measured to ensure that every player has optimal physical endurance to navigate the tight match schedule of the upcoming season.
