Episode 4

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20th Nov 2024

NBC TODAY Show Discusses The Role of Sports Vision

In a recent interview on the NBC TODAY show, Dr. Laby, discusses how he helps professional baseball players improve their eyesight, potentially leading to better performance on the field. Dr. Laby uses specialized tests to measure players' reaction times and visual acuity, which he then uses to prescribe corrective lenses and vision training exercises. Dr. Laby's unique approach has made him a sought-after expert among professional teams who are constantly searching for an edge in the competitive world of professional sports. The program highlights the importance of vision in baseball and how Dr. Laby's work has impacted the performance of players like Manny Ramirez and Steven Drew.


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About the Podcast

Sports Vision Radio
Welcome to the podcast where vision meets performance.

Hosted by Dr. Daniel Laby, one of the world’s leading Sports Vision Specialists with over 30 years of experience working with professional, Olympic, and elite athletes across the globe.

This show is designed for athletes, coaches, parents, and performance-minded professionals who want to understand how the visual system, what you see and how your brain processes it, directly impacts your ability to compete at the highest level.

Each episode dives into the science and strategy behind visual performance: from reaction time and focus control, to decision-making speed, visual processing, and beyond. Whether you’re on the field, in the gym, or in the dugout, you’ll learn practical insights and cutting-edge methods to train your eyes and brain to work together, so you can play sharper, smarter, and faster.

Because seeing clearly is just the beginning. This is about vision that wins!

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Daniel Laby

Dr. Daniel M. Laby is a pioneer in sports vision science and the author of "Eye of the Champion: Unlocking the Power of Sports Vision for Peak Performance." He has 30+ years experience with elite and Professional athletes and has worked with multiple MLB World Series teams, NBA organizations, Olympic athletes, and numerous professional sports organizations worldwide. He has 8 World Series Championships as well as several other championships. He has been featured in the Wall Sreet Journal (2x), The New York Times, Sports Illustrated as well as NBC news, Fox, and several other radio and television programs. Red Bull made a full length documentary about his work with International Football/Soccer star Trent Alexander-Arnold.