Ep. 15 - “From Poland to Pro Metrics”
How does a journey begin in a small town in Poland and lead to the cutting edge of sports science innovation? In this episode, Tomasz Janas of Pro Athlete Metrics sits down with Michael Pruchniewski to discuss the evolution of hardware and analytics in the professional game. Tomasz breaks down how data is fundamentally transforming scouting, injury prevention, and day-to-day athlete performance. The conversation explores the critical need for standardization and objectivity in a crowded tech landscape, while reinforcing a vital truth: data is only as effective as the human interpretation behind it. It’s a deep dive into how modern sports science is bridging the gap between raw numbers and actionable elite performance.
Ep. 14 - “Mastering Athlete Data”
In this episode, Zach McClean joins Michael Pruchniewski to trace his journey from small-town Canada to the front offices of the NHL, breaking down the high-stakes reality of managing elite hockey performance. The conversation dives deep into the technical side of the game: from the non-negotiable need for high-quality data to how machine learning is turning "big data" into a competitive advantage. McClean offers a candid look at the challenges of return-to-play protocols and why effective communication is the secret sauce for turning complex AI insights into wins on the ice.