Deep Track
Tracking the Full Picture
Virtual Eye’s Deep Track is providing real-time positional data and visualisation to enhance the understanding of gameplay, tactics, and biomechanics.
Using Virtual Eye’s Emperor and wide-frame mounted cameras, calibrated to 3D space, players can be tracked live across the field. Their movements are then visualised in 3D environments, minimaps, or augmented reality overlays, giving broadcasters and analysts a broader view of the game without disrupting live coverage.
Precision in Motion
Deep Track has been built through thousands of hours of machine learning, allowing it to track players accurately even in crowded or fast-moving situations. It ensures clear positional data even when athletes cross paths or stand close together—essential for sports where split-second decisions matter.
Virtual Eye’s Executive VP - Commercial and Production, Ben Taylor, explains how Deep Track helps solve a long-standing challenge in sports coverage:
"Cameras can’t always show the whole field—especially in cricket, where fielding positions are constantly changing. With Deep Track’s minimap, viewers can see every player's position without the need to disrupt the main broadcast."
This live tactical view helps fans and analysts follow strategic positioning across various sports.
Understanding Player Movement on a New Level
Virtual Eye’s Executive VP - Technology and Innovation, John Rendall, highlights how Deep Track extends beyond basic player positioning:
"Beyond tracking movement, we’re now analysing biomechanics in great detail. With precise limb tracking, broadcasters can break down athletic performance and compare player techniques more effectively with angle and speed data points."
Deep Track is designed to complement live coverage, offering a more complete view of player movement and decision-making. Whether tracking formations, analysing biomechanics, or providing insights that were previously difficult to capture, this powerful tool is for broadcasters looking to add more depth to their coverage.