Initiating, Supporting, and Inspiring Sport Research, Innovation, and Economic Development
UNLV Sports Innovation is focused around years of academic research, product testing and development, and collaboration between faculty, industry executives, organizations, and entrepreneurs. Our expertise focuses on its “Pillars of Excellence,” including: Brain Health, Diversity & Inclusion in Sport, Esports, Military and First Responder Health & Performance, PGA Golf Management, Sport & Health,
01/27/2026
This past weekend, we sent 10 UNLV students to be part of the UFC 324 50/50 Raffle, gaining real-world, hands-on experience at the highest level of sport!
Huge thank you to Brian Smith and the UFC Foundation for providing scholarships to our students for their work and helping create meaningful opportunities at the intersection of sport, innovation, and impact.
A quick recap highlighting the 2025 Fan Prix event, held November 20-22 at Resorts World Las Vegas! From vintage car displays, racing simulators, exclusive merch, and meet-and-greets with racing personalities like Romain Grosjean, the event was a major success! Also, always great to hear and see our very own, Jay Vickers, leading the way.
11/12/2025
✨ Athlete Spotlight Series ✨
Meet Aaliyah Alexander, a standout for the UNLV Lady Rebels 🏀
Hailing from Federal Way, Washington, Aaliyah is known for her elite athleticism, leadership, and relentless dedication — truly embodying what it means to be a Lady Rebel. Now entering her final season at UNLV, she’s leveraging every resource to elevate her game and prepare for the professional level. 🔥
See how innovations in sport science & performance are helping Aaliyah strive for greatness — on and off the court!
11/07/2025
Big thank you to UNLV Men’s Basketball Strength & Conditioning Coach Jon Wall for taking the time to speak at our UNLV SPEED Lab meeting in front of the team and Dr. Michelle Coyner’s Undergraduate IPSM class 💪🏀
Jon shared his coaching journey, experiences training professional and collegiate athletes, the methods he used to allow him to separate himself from others, and of course, stories about LeBron James’ work ethic. Jon is a true professional and an even greater person!
11/05/2025
Tomorrow, our weekly SPEED Lab meeting will have a special guest! UNLV Men’s Basketball Strength & Conditioning Coach Jon Wall will join us and share his insights on athlete performance, recovery, and so much more!
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the leaders driving performance innovation at UNLV.
10/28/2025
🚀 UNLV Speed Lab x Canyon Springs High School 🚀
The UNLV Sport Innovation Institute’s SPEED Lab is proud to partner with Canyon Springs High School for two days of hands-on sport performance testing and education — October 29 & 30!
Through this collaboration, students will gain real-world experience in sports science, performance measurement, and innovation, connecting classroom learning with the power of sport.
Special thanks to our community partner Kaptyn for helping drive education and innovation!
10/27/2025
How High Can You Jump? 💥
From cats leaping rooftops to elite athletes soaring 40+ inches, jumping power says a lot about speed, strength, and performance!
Here at the UNLV Sport Innovation Institute's Speed Lab, we test, train, and track vertical performance to help athletes reach new heights, literally. 🚀
Test your athleticism and request a SPEED Lab Visit today!
10/19/2025
This week, members of the SII team were on hand at Liberty High School as guest speakers to talk about their journeys & educate the kids on what they do in the world of sport!
On hand was our SPEED Lab Coordinator & Postdoctoral Scholar Dr. Cordero Roché & also our Graduate Assistant, Kelvin Omojola.
Dr. Roche let the kids know about his path from working in the MLB, pursuing his PH.D, to now leading the UNLV SPEED Lab and having the opportunity to work with K-12 schools as well as professional sports teams. Kelvin shared his story as his time as professional basketball player, having to climbs the ranks from high school to the pros, taking advantage of opportunities, and the importance of networking.
Thank you to Coach William Hemberger for inviting Dr. Roche and Kelvin to speak to his Sports Leadership class.
10/18/2025
The Sports Innovation Institute had the incredible opportunity yesterday to speak on a panel hosted by Business France!
With Jay Vickers moderating, Dr. Roché, Dr. Swafford, Dr. Coyner, and Margo Malik shared insights with representatives from numerous France-based companies exploring opportunities to expand into the Las Vegas sports market.
The discussion highlighted the growth of the Las Vegas sports industry, the value of collaborating with UNLV and the Sports Innovation Institute, and the exciting potential for international partnerships in sport innovation! 🌍
10/17/2025
Meet the Team Behind the Innovation! 💡
At the UNLV Sports Innovation Institute, we’re bridging the gap between sport, technology, and human performance — and it all starts with our incredible team. 🏆
From research and analytics to athlete performance, our team of faculty and innovators are redefining what’s possible in the world of sport.
Together, we’re building the future of sport, right here at UNLV. 🔴⚫️
