AI-Driven Boxing Strategy for Olympic Success

/Project Overview

HPSNZ engaged us to develop a high-performance AI system tailored to Olympic boxing. The goal was to deliver predictive insights that could help David Nyika prepare strategically for Olympic-level competition.

The platform was used in the lead-up to the Games and during Tokyo 2020 to provide insights and tactical feedback.

Services Provided

AI Development

AI Implementation

Analytics

Software Development

Statistical Analysis

/Challenges & Opportunities

Quantifying Performance in an Unstructured Sport

Boxing is difficult to analyse due to inconsistent footage, variable lighting, and the lack of structured tracking data. With over 150 potential Olympic contenders, we needed to develop a flexible AI system that could generate meaningful predictions from limited and imperfect inputs.

/Delivering Results

An AI System for Strategic Advantage

We delivered a secure and adaptable AI tool that modelled performance and exposed tactical blind spots. The system supported preparation and in-competition strategy during the Tokyo Olympics, helping elevate decision-making and give David a competitive edge.

/The Solution

Our Process to Delivery

Discovery & Planning

We collaborated with the HPSNZ team to define strategic objectives and identify available data sources, focusing on areas where AI could provide unique advantage.

Model Development

We built and trained custom AI models to analyse boxing performance, tailoring them to handle unstructured video and extract reliable tactical signals.

Tactical Validation

The system was used both pre-Olympics and during Tokyo 2020 to guide decision-making and refine preparation based on AI-generated insights.

Ongoing Support

We remained closely involved to support updates, review outputs, and ensure the system remained aligned with evolving strategic needs throughout the Olympic cycle.