According to the team’s release, “Martin will oversee all aspects of the Sixers sport science, performance, training, rehabilitation and medical initiatives.”
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“Building up our sport science capabilities has been an important focus of the Sixers under (owners) Josh Harris and David Blitzer,” Sixers GM Sam Hinkie said in a statement. “To give our players every opportunity to be healthy and remain healthy, while also allowing them to perform at their best, we have made many investments – adding staff and integrating outside experts, partnering with pioneers in sports science and technology, and adjusting our day-to-day training, practice and recovery plans.”
Martin held a senior sports science position at the Australian Institute of Sports before joining the 76ers.
“This organization has attracted an amazing group of high-caliber leaders, innovators and coaches who are all focused on pursuing excellence in sports,” Martin said. “The leadership group that is currently in place is fostering a positive culture that encourages a creative, forward-thinking approach. I can’t think of a better place to be — the mission and the goals of the Sixers align very closely with mine and the people with whom I get to work are outstanding.”
Martin has worked with Cycling Australia during the last five summer Olympic Games, helping his teams win eight gold, eight silver and 12 bronze medals.
