Sport Science

TV Show · Documentary · Sport

Which sport needs the fastest reaction time to survive on the field? Which does the most damage to an athlete when it comes to impact? What does the perfect athlete look like? Sport Science answers all these questions and more. Through stunning CGI and high definition footage it delivers never-before-seen insight into the world of sports

2007 · 45m
Starring John Brenkus

Season 1

  • Human Flight
    EPISODE 1
    Human Flight
    It seems like athletes are jumping higher and further than ever. But are they really? The team put athletes to the test to discover who are the highest flyers in sports.
    40 min
  • Reaction Time
    EPISODE 3
    Reaction Time
    Every sport is filled with moments that call for split-second actions and reactions. Examine some of these moments including how much time an NFL quarterback has to make a pass.
    40 min
  • Cheap Shots
    EPISODE 4
    Cheap Shots
    With the help of MMA star `Rampage Jackson' scientists tackle the question of who hits the hardest in sport.
    41 min
  • Out of Control
    EPISODE 5
    Out of Control
    Sports are all about a level playing field, but there will always be elements that are out of an athlete's control. The show breaks down everything from officiating to gravity.
    42 min
  • Myths
    EPISODE 6
    Myths
    Every sport has its own myths, but are they fact or fiction? It is time to either prove or debunk some of the biggest myths in sports.
    42 min
  • Field Warriors
    EPISODE 7
    Field Warriors
    Examine some of the most dramatic injuries ever suffered in sports. Including scientific analysis and first person stories from the athletes who survived them.
    41 min

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Cast & Crew

  • John Brenkus
    Host
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About

Sport Science

Documentary

Which sport needs the fastest reaction time to survive on the field? Which does the most damage to an athlete when it comes to impact? What does the perfect athlete look like? Sport Science answers all these questions and more. Through stunning CGI and high definition footage it delivers never-before-seen insight into the world of sports

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ESPN
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2007
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