Glentoran Academy has announced a major new partnership with Eyeball, a cutting-edge data analysis tool, designed to enhance coaching strategies and fast-track player development across the club’s youth system.

This partnership follows the Academy’s recent expansion of its Veo AI-powered camera systems, underlining the club’s ongoing commitment to modernising and professionalising its academy operations.
The Eyeball platform seamlessly integrates with Glentoran Academy’s Veo footage, breaking down every match into key data points – from possession and shots on target to detailed offensive, defensive, and distribution metrics.

This in-depth analysis equips coaches with a clear picture of the team’s strengths and areas for improvement, while also enabling the creation of targeted training plans tailored to each player’s specific needs.
The Eyeball player app allows each player access to their personal highlights and detailed performance data, offering them a unique opportunity to study and track their progress.

Michael Jackson, Glentoran Academy Manager, said: “Our partnership with Eyeball marks another significant milestone for Glentoran Academy as we strive to create a truly elite environment for our young players.

“By blending Eyeball’s advanced data analytics with Veo’s match footage, we can develop highly personalised training plans for each young player, giving them a clearer picture of their progress and potential.
“Our players will also gain access to their performance analytics, enabling them to quickly pinpoint strengths and weaknesses, track improvement over time, and truly take ownership of their development.

“This cutting-edge platform reinforces our commitment to nurturing talent, whether that’s to break through at Glentoran or advance to a professional academy in the UK or further afield.”
Tony Webster, Chief Executive Officer, Glentoran Football Club, added: “Our partnership with Eyeball underlines Glentoran’s commitment to leveraging the best in modern football technology while continuing to professionalise our academy operations.

“We’re dedicated to providing every Academy player with top-tier coaching, comprehensive analysis, and extensive exposure, creating a clear pathway for the next generation of Glentoran talent.

“By integrating Eyeball’s innovative platform, we ensure that our Academy mirrors the high-performance environment established by Declan Devine and our first team coaching staff. This allows us to reaffirm our position as a leading youth academy, committed to developing well-rounded and high-potential footballers.”

Glentoran Academy prospects Rory Prenter, Daniel Paterson, and Jamison Rainey unveil the club’s significant investment in Eyeball,
a state-of-the-art data analysis tool aimed at enhancing coaching strategies and accelerating player development.