BCCI Expands Athlete Monitoring System to Support State Associations in Player Performance Management

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expanding its Athlete Monitoring System (AMS) to state cricket associations. This initiative aims to help players reach their best performance levels.

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah communicated this development to the state units, mentioning that a team from the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru will soon guide them on using the AMS effectively.

The AMS, previously limited to BCCI-contracted players and select cricketers, will now be available to state associations at no cost. Shah stated, "I’m pleased to apprise you that the BCCI shall offer Athlete Monitoring System AMS for all State Associations – with costs being borne by BCCI." This move is expected to standardise player monitoring, ensuring better management and peak performance.

Benefits of the Athlete Monitoring System

The AMS offers various features, including athlete risk assessment, performance alerts for coaches and administrators, injury and fitness analysis, workload monitoring, and real-time alerts. It also supports player rehabilitation. All this information can be accessed through a mobile app, making it convenient for users.

VVS Laxman, head of the Centre of Excellence, shared insights into the AMS programme. He emphasised the importance of including at least 50 players from each state association—25 men and 25 women—in the system. "We are going to even request the state association to follow that process AMS," Laxman explained during a media interaction.

Long-term Player Development Goals

Laxman highlighted the programme's long-term vision for player development. He stated that if a player joins the National Cricket Academy (NCA) or any Zonal Cricket Academy (ZCA) camp, their progress should be documented over time. This documentation will help track a player's journey and make it easier for those managing them to understand their history.

The initiative has been well-received by state associations. Abhilash Khandekar, president of the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA), praised the BCCI's decision. "It is a welcome step taken by the BCCI. Not all associations can afford such a sophisticated system, so making it free of cost is also commendable," he said.

By extending this advanced system to state associations, the BCCI not only enhances player education but also strengthens infrastructure across states. This comprehensive approach aims to create an inclusive environment for player growth and development within Indian cricket.