Introducing SportSmart's Concussion Management Tools

SportSmart is a free, easy-to-use injury and concussion management app built for grassroots clubs, schools and universities. It connects the right people with the right information, when and where they need it most.

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We need to talk about concussion

Concussion isn't one-size fits-all.

When dealing with suspected concussion, being proactive is essential. Every case is unique and having a structured, adaptable approach to assess players and get them back to sport safely makes all the difference. 

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Spot it. Log it. Know what to do next.

Concussion care starts with clarity. SportSmart helps you record suspected head injuries quickly and consistently, so nothing gets missed. With simple prompts and guided steps, everyone from coaches to parents knows exactly what to do next. 

Recover

Recovery made personal.

Every player heals differently. SportSmart's Recovery tool supports safer, smoother progression with easy daily check-ins and transparent symptom updates. No guesswork. Just informed decisions that put wellbeing first.

Return

Return with confidence.

A strong return starts with a complete recovery. SportSmart gives you a clear, structured process to bring players back at the right time. When everyone can see the same information, returning becomes a team decision, built on safety, communication and trust.

SportSmart in action

What's in it for you?

Free

A platform that's completely free

Reporting

Centralised and consistent injury reporting across your club network

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Clear insights into concussion and injury trends to guide data driven decisions

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Real-time updates and information across your network

Support

Support for grassroots sport injury surveillance programmes

Who we work with

RFU
BAF
England Hockey
United Learning
Dundee United
Gloucester Rugby
England Athletics
LTA
Paddle UK
Royal Ballet School
St. Mirren FC
England Ice Hockey
British Judo
Northampton Saints
Hockey Wales
Outwood Grange

Graduated return to sport

FAQs

What guidance does the Concussion Recovery tool follow?

SportSmart's Head Injury and Concussion Recovery tools have been developed in line with the latest UK Concussion Guidelines for Non-Elite (Grassroots) Sport and in collaboration with the UK Concussion Guidelines Expert Drafting Group.

How do I get set up?

To get set up on SportSmart, a lead from your club will need to register for SportSmart.

Fill out the registration form at this link here and provide some high-level information about your club.

The SportSmart team will set your club up, share the contract and provide any support you need. You can then download the app, invite your coaching team to join, add your players and get started!

 

 

What else can I do on SportSmart?

SportSmart is a free-to-use injury and concussion management tool, created by the charity Podium Analytics.

From tracking injuries and managing concussion to supporting a player’s safe return to play, SportSmart connects the right people with the right information, when and where they need it most. Grounded in real-world experience, SportSmart empowers coaches, teachers, parents and players to make informed, timely decisions that put player wellbeing first.

Find out more at sportsmart.org

 

How much does SportSmart cost?

Our partners pay for SportSmart (in the UK), so you don’t have to.

Podium’s mission is to build a culture of safety and support around every person participating in sport.

We are supported by funding partners who enable the rollout of SportSmart to schools and clubs across the UK, helping us to impact as many people as possible. This means that every school, club, parent and player can benefit from SportSmart tools without having to worry about additional costs.

Why has Podium Analytics created SportSmart?

We’re a not-for-profit organisation on a mission to reduce injuries, increase sporting participation and build a culture of safety and support around every player. Because when we care for our players, they play better, play longer and grow stronger, on and off the field.

The information we gather helps uncover trends and surface injury patterns, guiding smarter prevention and stronger safety across all levels of sport. We share this insight with our SportSmart community, helping us learn collectively so that we all benefit from a growing knowledge bank.

What our users think

Book a demo

Join us for a short one-on-one introduction (30 mins) to the free SportSmart injury and concussion management app. We'll introduce:

  • The SportSmart app and how to log an injury
  • The easy-to-use Head Injury tool
  • Reporting and dashboards
  • How SportSmart can help in your organisation
Click below to find a slot that suits you.
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