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Catapult Unveils Perch P2: A New Era in Athlete Performance Solutions

Catapult, a leader in sports technology, has taken a bold step forward with the launch of Perch P2, an innovative athlete performance monitoring solution aimed at enhancing the way coaches track and analyze athlete performance. Following their acquisition of Perch in mid-2025, Catapult's latest release promises to revolutionize training regimens by integrating seamless data analysis and portability.

What is Perch P2?

Perch P2 is more than just a piece of technology; it represents a comprehensive performance solution that utilizes velocity-based training (VBT) principles. This advanced system is designed to assess athlete readiness and training efficiency, ensuring athletes are prepared and capable of maximizing their potential both in practice and competitive environments.

One of the standout features of Perch P2 is its enhanced monitoring capabilities that extend beyond the confines of traditional gym settings. Equipped with a 37% wider field of view and able to capture data at an exceptional 60 frames per second, this compact device ensures that athletes and coaches receive the real-time feedback necessary for achieving optimal performance. The embedded LED lighting provides instant, color-coded feedback, which enhances the user experience significantly, making it easier for coaches to gauge athlete performance at a glance.

Feedback from the Field

Unveiled at the 2026 Football User Conference, the compact design of Perch P2 has received rave reviews from partners across the NCAA and NFL. Eric Rash, Director of Applied Performance at Baylor University, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “The form factor is incredible. The LEDs are a game changer. As a coach, you can see it up and down the racks.” This enthusiastic feedback illustrates the practical benefits of the new design, highlighting that the movement efficiency, increased field of view, and portability will transform athlete assessments and coaching methodologies.

Extending Monitoring Beyond the Gym

By offering a 360-degree view of athlete readiness, Perch P2 equips coaches with a single source of truth regarding their athletes’ performance. This ability to move the device easily between locations—be it a gym, field, or anywhere else—adds unparalleled flexibility in performance tracking. Unlike previous iterations of monitoring systems that struggled in bright conditions, Perch P2 operates effectively in sunlit environments, ensuring consistent and reliable data collection wherever training occurs.

Matt Bairos, Catapult’s Chief Product Officer, remarked, “With the launch of Perch P2, we are effectively removing the blind spots in athlete development. We're providing a comprehensive solution that goes beyond just collecting data; it's about empowering coaches to make informed decisions regarding athlete health and performance.” This precision allows for streamlined return-to-play strategies and proactive injury risk management, ensuring athletes can perform at their best.

The Future of Training and Rehabilitation

One of the significant advancements with Perch P2 is its capability to support mobility and rehab-focused assessments. This is crucial for athletic training and sports medicine workflows, positioning Perch as a vital tool in recovery and performance management. By quantifying both movement quality and traditional strength metrics, Perch P2 not only enhances value for current clients but also serves a broader array of sports training and rehabilitation departments.

Anticipation for global availability of Perch P2 is building, with a release planned for Spring 2026 for sports such as American Football and Football, expanding to other sports disciplines later in the year. This launch is expected to significantly impact not only teams and athletes but the wider sports community as a whole.

For more insights into how Perch P2 can transform athlete performance and recovery, visit Catapult's official website. Catapult continues its mission to unleash the potential of athletes globally, and with Perch P2, they are set to change the game in performance monitoring.