Ep. 5 - “Stories in Data”
How does a Premier League club like AFC Bournemouth use data to score off the pitch? Michael Pruchniewski sits down with Rich to explore the intersection of data and sports. Rich shares his unique career pivot from financial services, emphasizing the importance of values alignment and agility in the sports business. You'll discover how AFC Bournemouth leverages data to drive crucial business decisions, understand fan engagement, and unearth the compelling human stories hidden within the numbers. The discussion also looks to the future, covering the role of AI and the absolute necessity of keeping the human element at the core of data interpretation.
Ep. 4 - “From J-League to Future Data Scientist”
In this episode, we sit down with Taketo Horigome who is a rising junior at the University of Colorado at Boulder to discuss his experience pursuing a career in data science in the sports industry. He shares his journey from overcoming multiple injuries as a youth player to playing at a J-League Academy and even making it to the U-16 National Team for Japan. He discusses how he used his understanding of data in soccer and passion for sport to pursue his new dream.
Ep. 3 - “Advice for Starting a Data-Driven Sports Project”
In this episode, we sit down with Ben from Polish Puck to explore a unique intersection of data, storytelling, and heritage in the world of Polish hockey. He shares his journey of leveraging analytics to evaluate players and grow the sport, proving that passion and cultural pride are just as crucial as the numbers.
Ep. 2 - “The Jump from High School to College Tennis”
From the tennis court to the sales floor, Jacob Bickersteth shares his journey as a former collegiate athlete, offering a unique perspective on the mental resilience required to succeed both in sports and in life. This episode dives into the pressures athletes face, the unexpected parallels between sports performance and a sales career, and the crucial role of enjoying the journey.
Ep. 1 - “Supply Chain Managing Human Performance”
Darcy Norman shares his journey in sports performance, from integrating data and supply chain principles into training to enhancing team communication and player optimization - offering practical advice for data professionals in sports.