NeuroVision Edge Podcast

From Pro Rugby to Neuroscientist: Franco Lococo & the Vision Sticks Revolution for Elite Performance

Aakash Shah, O.D FOVDRA Season 1 Episode 8

In this episode of the NeuroVision Edge Podcast, Dr. Aakash Shah sits down with Franco Lococo — former pro rugby player, neuroscientist, and inventor of the Vision Sticks Method, now used worldwide to train athletes in sports from UFC to football.

Who is Franco Lococo?

  • 30+ years as a pro rugby player and coach turned neuroscientist & educator
  • Head of Sports Vision & Cognitive Skills at University of Rosario, Argentina
  • Creator of Vision Sticks, a global training tool for vision, attention, and performance
  • Academic & professional training: Applied Sports Neurosciences (UGR), Z-Health, University of Chicago, Duke University, Hong Kong Polytechnic

In this episode, we cover:

  • Franco’s journey from rugby to neuroscience
  • The story behind Vision Sticks and why they’re used worldwide
  • How vision and neuroscience training give UFC fighters & pro football players a measurable edge
  • Drills and strategies you can apply today to sharpen your brain-eye connection and dominate your sport

📌 Learn more about Franco Lococo:
 🌐 Website: https://www.vision-sticks.com

 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franco_lococo

🐦 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/VisionSticks

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