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Sports engineering applies math and science to develop technology, equipment, and other resources related to sports. It was first introduced in 1972 by Isaac Newton’s observation of a tennis ball, when he discussed the way spinning tennis balls deviated in flight. From designing safer football helmets to innovative golf equipment, sports engineering has gained more interest over the decades.

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