Weapons of Mass Disruption

Baseball Disrupted! How Immersive Technologies are Changing the Game

Dr. Tamara Schwartz Season 5 Episode 14

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How are virtual and augmented worlds changing America's pastime? In this episode, the student takeover continues as lifelong baseball player and Baltimore Orioles fan Tyler Maxcy, a recent information technology graduate explores how virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality are transforming baseball. From new approaches to player training and preparation to immersive experiences that change how fans watch and interact with the game, Tyler examines how these emerging technologies are reshaping baseball both on and off the field.