A New Paradigm for Spectator Sports in Application of Media

This study examines features of information technology that can provide new information for viewers of sportscasts as a means of spectator sports, whose demands are increasing as a leisure activity. Additionally, expected effects of such features are discussed. As information and communication technology advances, it is expected that checking psychological conditions in sports will be possible in the near future. This study designs a system that monitors players' psychological conditions and resulting changes in their motor functions by means of application technology. Such technology applications will be of significant values as new media contents as well as basic materials for players' performance enhancement.