Basketball Euro's Mystery Unveiled: The Reason Behind some Players Donning T-shirts beneath their Jerseys
Sylvain Francisco and Bilal Coulibaly, two standout players in the EuroBasket, have been turning heads with their unique fashion choices. During the tournament, they opted to wear Nike compression vests under their jerseys, a decision they haven't discussed with each other.
This trend of wearing compression shirts under jerseys is becoming increasingly popular among athletes, not just for basketball players. Today, these shirts are commonly used for support and to highlight physiques, with many players finding them beneficial.
Compression shirts have made their mark on the market, with some models showing a real impact on performance, while others may be more of a placebo effect. The sleeves worn by players like Allen Iverson, Chris Paul, Cooper Flagg, and LeBron James are all reminiscent of Iverson's sleeve from the 2000/2001 season, which he wore to alleviate elbow pain.
Matthieu Bobard Delière, a journalist and fashion chronicler, finds it intriguing that players are using fashion to express their personality. He notes that this layered attire may position the two Tricolores as heirs of both European basketball and the NBA.
Mario Danial, a scientific performance analyst and physical trainer specializing in US sports, explains that compression shirts can limit certain vibrations during runs, jumps, and changes of direction, improve proprioception, and aid in thermoregulation. However, he also suggests that the mental aspect plays a role in the perceived effectiveness of these shirts.
Danial, who works at Tremblay Handball and specializes in US sports, notes that there are no studies that affirm compression shirts have a direct impact on basketball performance. Yet, athletes may feel an improvement in their game while wearing them, contributing to the placebo effect.
George Eddy, a global basketball observer for nearly half a century, notes that the idea of playing with a t-shirt underneath is a European trend he discovered. He believes that this layering or overlapping of textiles is trendy and reminiscent of the fashion of the late 90s and early 2000s.
In summary, the trend of wearing compression vests under jerseys is gaining popularity in the world of basketball. While the scientific community is still debating the direct impact on performance, athletes like Sylvain Francisco and Bilal Coulibaly are using these shirts to express their personal style and potentially boost their confidence on the court.
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