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Area of Science:

Sports Science
Data Analytics
Performance Analysis

Background:

Rugby coaches and analysts utilize notational data for performance assessment and strategic planning.
The high dimensionality and volume of match data obscure complex relationships between performance variables.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce a nonlinear method for visualizing rugby team performance.
To aid coaches and analysts in recognizing high-dimensional relationships within performance data.
To assess the suitability of game styles based on opponent characteristics.

Main Methods:

Application of self-organizing maps (SOM), a nonlinear dimensionality reduction technique.
Visualization of team and opponent performance metrics.
Analysis of game style suitability in relation to opponent styles.

Main Results:

Self-organizing maps effectively visualize complex, high-dimensional rugby performance data.
The approach facilitates the identification of subtle relationships between performance variables.
Visualizations aid in understanding the interplay between team and opponent game styles.

Conclusions:

Self-organizing maps offer a powerful tool for rugby performance analysis.
This method enhances strategic planning by revealing hidden performance dynamics.
The technique supports informed decisions regarding game style adaptation and opponent strategy.