Who We Are
At SAILza, our mission is to empower individuals and organizations in mastering sports performance analysis through innovative education and delivery mechanisms that drive results.
This focus has been shaped by two decades of experience in both academia and practice, gaining insight into how data can enhance our understanding of performance and, crucially, how these findings can be applied to improve athlete preparation.
Testimonials
"Doc Michele took charge of our analysis and through her our team grew to enjoy that side of 7’s rugby. I could see our players wanting to learn and wanting to get more involved in our planning and decision making both on and off the field."
"The detailed statistics she provided clearly highlighted both areas for improvement and strengths within the game, allowing for effective translation into training and match performance. Beyond the technical aspects, her positive outlook on life had a meaningful impact on and off the field, contributing not only to athletic growth but also to long-term personal development."
"The hands-on approach and the freedom to ask any question gave me the confidence to grow, while allowing me to see the game of rugby through a completely different lens. That foundation has not only developed my technical understanding of the sport, but has also empowered me to guide and teach the next generation coming into the system.!"
Delivering Unique Insights
What Sets Us Apart
Meet the Owner
I'm an Applied Performance Analyst with nearly 3 decades of experience in academia and practice. During this time, I've had the fortune to work with World-class coaches and athletes while representing my adopted country at World Cups, SVNS World Series Tournaments, Commonwealth Games, Olympic Games Qualification tournaments and a variety of International Competitions.
The foundation of my work was grounded in academics culminating in a PhD from the University of Cape Town. I have also published over 20 peer reviewed articles and presented at numerous local and international conferences.
Professional Accreditation
Performance Analysis is not widely covered in Sports Science courses at South African universities. Therefore to enhance my personal credibility, I sought professional accreditation from the International Society of Performance Analysis in Sport (ISPAS).
My academic background and practical experience meet the requirements for an Academic Expert (Level 5) and an International Practitioner (Level 4). Additionally, I am acknowledged as a Professional Sport and Exercise Scientist by the South African Sports Medicine Association.