Cem Ekin Sunal
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Real Time Fencing Move Classification and Detection at Touch Time During a Fencing Match
Cem Ekin Sunal, Chris G. Willcocks, Boguslaw Obara
Auto-TLDR; Fencing Body Move Classification and Detection Using Deep Learning
Fencing is a fast-paced sport played with swords which are Epee, Foil, and Saber. However, such fast-pace can cause referees to make wrong decisions. Review of slow-motion camera footage in tournaments helps referees’ decision making, but it interrupts the match and may not be available for every organization. Motivated by the need for better decision making, analysis, and availability, we introduce the first fully-automated deep learning classification and detection system for fencing body moves at the moment a touch is made. This is an important step towards creating a fencing analysis system, with player profiling and decision tools that will benefit the fencing community. The proposed architecture combines You Only Look Once version three (YOLOv3) with a ResNet-34 classifier, trained on ImageNet settings to obtain 83.0\% test accuracy on the fencing moves. These results are exciting development in the sport, providing immediate feedback and analysis along with accessibility, hence making it a valuable tool for trainers and fencing match referees.