# Player-Connected Rugby Jerseys This Smart Jersey Will Allow Fans to Feel the Exhaustion of Players By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-07-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugby-jerseys References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2015/07/dutch-ladies-7s-nl-fan-jersey-rugby-the-store-of-the-future-weex.html) & [wearableexperiments](http://wearableexperiments.com/nl-fan-jersey/) Wearable Experiments has collaborated with the Dutch Ladies 7’s rugby team, to produce a line of player-connected rugby jerseys. This piece of [wearable sports technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrosense-ai-sweat-sensor) is called the 'NL Fan Jersey' and it uses high-tech sensors to help fans connect with players like never before. In order for the wearable technology to work, both fans and athletes will need to wear the connected rugby jerseys. The garments will be synced through a type of sports technology, which is able to transmit emotions and the sensation of physical activity through a series of [haptic feedback motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessibility-for-sports-fans). This means that fans will be able to experience the same feelings of exhaustion and adrenaline that the players are experiencing. The smart technology ultimately allows players to develop emotional and physical connections to their fans, which helps to heighten the overall sporting experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Connected Sports Jerseys:** Opportunity for developing wearable technology that allows fans to experience the physical sensations of athletes. - **Haptic Feedback Motors:** Potential for using haptic feedback technology to transmit emotions and physical sensations in other industries. - **Emotional Fan Engagement:** Space for creating innovative ways to connect athletes and fans on an emotional level in various sports. ### Where This Applies - **Sports Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in developing wearable sports technology that enhances fan experiences. - **Wearable Technology:** Potential for incorporating haptic feedback systems in other wearable devices for enhanced user experiences. - **Entertainment:** Opportunity to create immersive experiences for fans in other entertainment industries, such as gaming or virtual reality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Temperature-Sensing Soccer Jerseys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coors-light-chill-jersey.md) - [Thermal Stress-Monitoring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mij-technology.md) - [Game-Inspired Haptic Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptic-shirt.md) - [Wearable Performance Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cityplay.md) - [Digitally Wearable Sports Jerseys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fancurve.md) - [NFC-Enabled Sports Scarves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sports-scarf.md) - [Vital Statistic Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zebras-rfid-tags.md) - [Haptic Workout Gaming Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elecsuit.md) - [Sport Performance Biometric Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinexon-sports.md)