Key Takeaways
- USA Bobsled & Skeleton (USABS) has renewed its partnership with Onform, extending the collaboration through 2034.
- Onform offers a mobile‑first video coaching platform that enables coaches to record, annotate, and share footage instantly.
- Real‑time video feedback is essential in bobsled and skeleton, where races are decided by hundredths of a second. – The renewed partnership will support upcoming World Cup, World Championship, and Olympic cycles.
- USABS leadership praises Onform for accelerating athlete development and communication.
- Onform’s growth reflects its expanding role across more than 150 sports worldwide.
Renewal of Partnership Announcement
LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (June 16, 2026) – USA Bobsled & Skeleton announced the renewal of its partnership with Onform, a leading video coaching platform. The agreement was highlighted at a press event in Lake Placid, signaling a continued commitment to leveraging cutting‑edge technology for athlete development. This renewed collaboration will see Onform remain a core component of USABS’s performance strategy as the organization prepares for a pivotal season of World Cup, World Championship, and Olympic competition.
Platform Benefits for Coaches and Athletes Onform’s suite of tools is designed specifically for the unique demands of sliding sports. Coaches can capture runs directly from their smartphones, add annotation overlays, and embed voice‑over analysis to pinpoint technical nuances. The platform’s cloud‑based infrastructure allows footage to be uploaded from any track, enabling staff to compile cross‑location datasets that support holistic athlete profiling. Athletes receive immediate, searchable video clips, fostering faster learning loops and more efficient skill refinement.
Strategic Importance of Video Review in Bobsled and Skeleton
In bobsled and skeleton, victories are often decided by margins measured in thousandths of a second, making microscopic performance margins critical. Each track presents a distinct blend of speed, curvature, and g‑force demands, requiring athletes to adapt instantly to subtle variations. Because teams can only rehearse a limited number of runs before competition, the capacity to review each effort in detail and implement corrective actions on the fly becomes a decisive competitive advantage.
Training Efficiency and Competitive Edge
By integrating Onform into daily routines, USABS can conduct rapid post‑run debriefs without delaying subsequent training sessions. Coaches are empowered to distribute annotated clips to multiple athletes simultaneously, ensuring that feedback is both timely and uniformly delivered. This workflow reduces the lag between performance and insight, allowing athletes to internalize adjustments while momentum and physiological arousal remain high. The resulting efficiency gains translate directly into sharper starts, tighter lines through corners, and overall stronger race outcomes.
Quotes from USABS Leadership
“We’re excited to continue our partnership with Onform,” said Curt Tomasevicz, Director of Sport Performance at USABS. “The platform has become an essential part of our training process, giving our athletes and coaches the ability to review runs quickly, communicate more effectively, and make the most of every opportunity on the ice. As we look ahead to another important season, we’re grateful to have Onform as part of our team.”
Future Commitment and Vision
Krishna Ramachandran, Chief Technology Officer and Co‑Founder of Onform, emphasized the strategic alignment between the two organizations. “Onform is proud to extend our partnership with USA Bobsled & Skeleton through 2034. We’re grateful for the continued trust USABS has placed in Onform and excited to support their athletes, coaches, and staff as they pursue excellence on the world stage.”
About Onform
Onform is a mobile‑centric video coaching platform that has transformed how coaches communicate feedback across more than 150 sports. By combining video capture, robust annotation tools, voice‑over narration, and team collaboration features, Onform empowers coaches to analyze performance, track progress, and maintain constant contact with athletes regardless of geographic location. Its scalable architecture supports everything from grassroots programs to elite international squads.
About USA Bobsled & Skeleton
USA Bobsled & Skeleton (USABS) serves as the national governing body for both bobsled and skeleton in the United States. Its mission is to recruit, develop, train, and support athletes throughout the talent pipeline—from grassroots participants to Olympic‑level competitors. USABS provides comprehensive resources, including sport science, medical support, and competition scheduling, to ensure athletes can compete at the highest international standards. For more information, visit USABS.com or follow the team on Instagram (@USABS), Facebook (USA Bobsled/Skeleton), and TikTok (@usabobsledskeleton).
