Rugby Performance
Monitoring for Universities
Professional STATSports GPS monitoring and XV Elite performance analysis designed specifically for university rugby programmes, Varsity Cup teams and high-performance environments.
16+
Metrics tracked
15+
Units Available
48 - 72
Hour Reports
100%
Verified data
TURN TRAINING SESSIONS AND MATCHES INTO DATA-DRIVEN PERFORMANCE INSIGHTS THAT HELP YOUR UNIVERSITY COMPETE AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL.
Player Development
- Monitor individual performance
- Position-specific benchmarking
- Track development across the season
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
- Monitor training and match workloads
- Support recovery strategies
- Reduce fatigue and overtraining
Coach Insights
- Objective performance data
- Compare players and positions
- Monitor team performance trends
HIGH PERFORMANCE
- Recruitment-quality reports
- Professional GPS monitoring
- Flexible rental packages
WHY UNIVERSITIES CHOOSE XV ELITE PERFORMANCE?
Varsity Cup Teams
Compete with objective performance data and match analysis.
Young Guns
Monitor development and prepare future first-team players.
University Clubs
Support competitive club programmes with GPS performance tracking.
High Performance Units
Measure workloads, speed and physical output throughout the season.
University Academies
Develop athletes with professional-level performance monitoring.
PERFECT FOR
SPEED
- Max Speed
- Sprint Distance
- Sprint Count
- High-Speed Running
- High-Speed Running per Minute
RUNNING
- Total Distance
- Distance per Minute
- Minutes Played
- Total Time
MOVEMENT
- Accelerations
- Decelerations
- Dynamic Stress Load
IMPACTS
- Impact Zone 4–6
- High Impact Events
- Contact Load
- Collision Monitoring
WORK RATE
- Distance per Minute
- High-Speed Running per Minute
- Sprint Frequency
- Match Intensity
PLAYER BALANCE
- Step Balance
- Running Symmetry
- Movement Efficiency
Performance Trends
- Multi-match comparisons
- Weekly workload
- Seasonal trends
- Progress tracking
- Position benchmarking
WHAT WE MEASURE
1
Book GPS rental
Choose your package and dates
1
Receive GPS UNIT
We deliver the units and vests
3
Play or Train
Easy to wear, light and comfortable
4
RETURN THE UNITS
Return either via courier or arrange pickup
5
XV ELITE ANALYSES YOUR DATA
XV Elite downloads & process the data
6
RECEIVE REPORT
Professional reports and insights
How It Works
Rent University GPS Units
Flexible STATSports GPS rental packages for university rugby programmes. Monitor player workloads, optimise performance, support athlete development and strengthen your high-performance environment throughout the season.
| Package | 5 Units | 10 Units | 15 Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Match Single-match performance assessment | R1 750 | R2 750 | R3 500 |
| 3 Matches Monitor short-term performance trends | R4 750 | R7 250 | R9 500 |
| 5 Matches Build player benchmarks and trends | R7 500 | R11 500 | R15 000 |
| 10 Matches Extended high-performance monitoring | R13 500 | R21 000 | R27 500 |
| 15 Matches — Season Complete university performance programme | R19 500 | R29 500 | R39 500 |
Every Rental Includes
Professional performance reports: Starter, Pro or Elite reporting can be added to any GPS rental package.
Rental availability is subject to unit availability and confirmed booking dates. Delivery, collection or courier costs may be quoted separately where applicable.
Performance Reports For Universities
STARTER
R500
Single Match Performance Review
A professional breakdown of one match or training session for each selected player.
Includes
- Individual session summary
- GPS performance dashboard
- Total distance and work rate
- High-speed running analysis
- Sprint metrics
- Acceleration and deceleration analysis
- Speed profile
- Positional movement maps
- Coach insight section
- Professional PDF report
Best For Universities renting a GPS unit for 1–3 matches.
PRO
R1000
Multi Match Performance Review
Track player development, compare performances and identify trends across multiple matches.
Includes
- Everything in Starter
- Compare up to 5 matches
- Performance trends
- Progress tracking
- Personal bests
- Strengths analysis
- Areas for improvement
- Position-specific insights
- Development recommendations
- Professional multi-match PDF report
Best For Universities renting GPS units for 5 matches.
ELITE
R1000
Full Season Elite Performance Report
A complete season-long performance review for coaching, development and recruitment decisions.
Includes
- Everything in Pro
- Compare up to 15 matches
- Season performance trends
- Position benchmarking
- XV Elite performance rating
- Workload and recovery insights
- Training recommendations
- Player development summary
- Coach and recruitment insights
- Professional full-season PDF report
Best For Universities requiring complete season monitoring and player development analysis.
Benefits for coaches
Performance Trends
- Track training and match loads
- Support recovery planning
Monitor Workloads
- Track training and match loads
- Support recovery planning
Compare Positions
- Position-specific analysis
- Benchmark players objectively
Reduce Injury Risk
- Monitor workload and high-intensity efforts
- Support safer return-to-play decisions
Optimise Player Readiness
- Manage fatigue and recovery
- Prepare players for peak performance
Support Selection Decisions
- Objective performance data
- Data-backed team selection
WHY UNIVERSITIES CHOOSE XV ELITE RENTAL
Buying a gps system
❌ High upfront purchase cost
❌ Annual software subscriptions
❌ Equipment maintenance
❌ Hardware replacement costs
❌ Staff training required
❌ Technology becomes outdated
XV Elite Rental
✅ Professional STATSports GPS units
✅ No large capital investment
✅ Professional performance reports
✅ Flexible match and season rentals
✅ Latest equipment
✅ Latest GPS technology
✅ Technical support included
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is included with a university GPS rental?
Every rental includes STATSports Sonra Lite GPS units, professional GPS vests, charging equipment, data download and processing, secure data storage, and access to the online performance archive.
Can we increase the number of GPS units during the season?
Yes. You can upgrade from 5 to 10 or 15 units, subject to availability, as your programme grows.
How many GPS units can we rent?
University programmes can choose from 5, 10 or 15-unit rental packages, with options for single matches or full-season monitoring.
Can we use the GPS units for training as well as matches?
Yes. The units are designed for both training sessions and match-day performance monitoring.
How do we receive our performance reports?
Following each session, XV Elite processes the GPS data and delivers your selected performance report digitally within 48–72 hours.
Can we compare players across the season?
Yes. Pro and Elite reports allow coaches to compare players, positions, workloads and performance trends over multiple sessions.
Can we use the data to support player recruitment?
Yes. Verified GPS performance data can support player evaluations, scholarship opportunities and professional recruitment.
Is XV Elite available outside South Africa?
Yes. XV Elite works with schools, universities, clubs and professional organisations internationally. Contact us to discuss equipment availability and logistics in your region.
Ready to Take Your University Rugby Programme to
the Next Level?
Professional STATSports Sonra Lite GPS monitoring and XV Elite performance analysis designed to help university rugby programmes optimise player performance, manage workloads and make data-driven coaching decisions throughout the season.