Kirk Wakefield

Now available! "This second edition of SPORTS ANALYTICS offers a comprehensive framework for building successful analytics programs in sports organizations."—Greg Strizek This book is a practical, nontechnical guide to incorporating sports data into decision making, giving leaders the knowledge they need to maximize their organization’s investment in analytics. Benjamin C. Alamar—a leading expert who has built high-performing analytics groups—surveys the current state of the use of data in sports, including both specifics around the tools and how to deploy them most effectively.

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Tired of hitting gurus yelling at each other on social media? Well, I can't do much about that. But if you're interested in facts: How can we use bat tracking data to objectively look into swing mechanics at the MLB level? #motioncapture #baseball #swingmechanics #hitting #mlb #milb #battracking #statistics #sabermetrics Driveline Baseball Enterprises, Inc https://lnkd.in/gweh-WPT

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Important in #sportsbiz and other industries…

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For those interested in a sport analytics seminar in beautiful FL, come on down for this two day program that will give you the tools you need to analyze athletes.

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These are interesting insights and I encourage my colleagues to take a deeper look into there data analytics. Are you thinking like post below? What are your thoughts on monetizing your business and the impact you are having on youth sports?

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Tracking Football Platform Spotlight Side-by-Side Player Charts 💡Past, Present, Future 💡NFL, CFB, HS 💡Player Athletic Insights 💡Establish Ideal Context 💡Sortable Key Attributes 💡PDF Report Functionality

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SGMT 1701: Introduction to Sport Management gives students the foundation to excel in the sports industry, from marketing and analytics to networking with top professionals. Read more: https://buff.ly/3ZbTvPo

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Now introducing the Sport Analytics Podcast! https://lnkd.in/gdK3X4EN In the very first episode, our host Amrit Vignesh sat down with Justin Newman, the newly appointed Head of Player Analysis for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Justin takes us on a fascinating journey through his career in Major League Baseball, from his early days as a Baseball Informatics Intern, to managing the Pirates' Research and Development team, to his current role as Head of Player Analysis. Justin shares exclusive insights into the day-to-day responsibilities of his various roles, the challenges of transitioning into leadership, and his vision for the future of baseball analytics. He also dives deep into the technical side, discussing the predictive models his team relies on, the programming languages and tools they use, and standout projects that shaped his career. Whether you’re an aspiring sports analyst, a baseball fan, or simply curious about how data shapes decisions in professional sports, this episode is packed with valuable advice and inspiration. Learn what it takes to break into the field, how to build a standout portfolio, and which skills Justin looks for when hiring new analysts. If you're passionate about sports analytics or looking to kickstart your career in the industry, this is an episode you won't want to miss! 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more episodes featuring leaders in sports analytics, career advice, and technical breakdowns! 📧 For inquiries or collaborations, contact me at [email protected]. 🎵 Music Credit: Intro and outro music for this episode is "Nomu" by Good Kid. #SportsAnalytics #BaseballAnalytics #PittsburghPirates #PredictiveModeling #BaseballData #MLBCareers #SportsTechnology #Sabermetrics #BaseballResearch #PerformanceAnalysis #SportsDataScience #MLBStats #BaseballMetrics #PlayerAnalysis #Statcast #DataVisualization #SportsData #BaseballOperations #RProgramming #PythonForSports #BigDataBaseball #MachineLearningBaseball #ScoutingAnalytics #PlayerEvaluation #AdvancedMetrics #AnalyticsCareers #BaseballScouting

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🚘 Conversations with Myself. 📌 Living with the next Wolverine?? 📌 Curating a common language. 📌 Knowing how to ask ‘the right questions.’ 📌 Social media concepts as reporting structures. #read #highperformancehabits #sportscience #basketball #nba #nfl #mlb #mls #nhl #sports #athleticperformance #athletes #athleticdevelopment #highperformance

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Thank you Front Office Sports for your recent virtual summit on the Future of Sports: Marketing. Recent trends in college and pro sports-from the rise of NIL (name, image, and likeness) and conference realignment, to the transfer portal and the entrance of private equity, to the explosive growth of women's sports-have created an entirely new playbook for marketers & companies. Some keys🔑🔑 from today's session: 1. Audience is everything. 2. Storytelling is important. 3. Adaptability: Be open-minded when looking for a job or trying to make a change. 4. Purpose & Profit has meaningful alignment. 5. New branding strategies in Sports. 6. How to get fans on your side. And how to expand your global reach. 7. Trends within Sports Marketing. - NIL opportunities for athletes - Rise of niche sports - Women's sports growth - Digital fan engagement strategies Tune in to the latest.

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Tracking Football Platform Spotlight Player Rankings 💡Pass, Rush, Receive, Defense, Kick 💡Standard, Advanced, Proprietary Stats 💡FBS, FCS, DII, DIII Availability 💡Weekly Updates 💡Conference Filters 💡Archived Since 2005

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⛳️Exciting News for Golf Course Sales and Marketing Professionals! I’m thrilled to share the latest features of ChatGPT-4o, a game-changer for our industry. Here are some highlights and suggested prompts to get the most out of these new capabilities: 1. Enhanced Data Insights: Gain deeper insights with advanced data analysis, helping you understand member behavior and market trends like never before. • Suggested Prompt: “Analyze our golf course member data and identify key trends and insights for the past season.” 2. Automated Customer Engagement: Efficiently manage member interactions with AI-driven responses, personalized to boost engagement and satisfaction. • Suggested Prompt: “Generate a personalized follow-up email for a recent golf tournament participant.” 3. Content Generation: Create compelling content for your campaigns effortlessly, from social media posts to detailed reports and emails. • Suggested Prompt: “Draft a LinkedIn post promoting our upcoming golf event.” 4. Lead Qualification: Streamline your sales process with intelligent lead scoring and qualification, ensuring you focus on the most promising prospects. • Suggested Prompt: “Evaluate and score the leads from our latest membership drive.” 5. CRM Integration: Seamlessly integrate with popular CRM platforms, making data synchronization and member management a breeze. • Suggested Prompt: “Sync the latest member interactions from our CRM and provide an engagement summary.” 6. Performance Analytics: Monitor the performance of your marketing campaigns in real-time, allowing for quick adjustments and optimization. • Suggested Prompt: “Provide a performance analysis of our latest email marketing campaign for membership renewals.” These features and prompts are designed to save time, enhance productivity, and ultimately drive better results. Embrace the future of golf course sales and marketing with ChatGPT-4o!

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How I Use Stats To Predict The Winning Edge WSU vs Washington: The Numbers Behind The Rivalry When rivals clash, stats expose the gaps. Here’s what you need to know: Key Stats Breakdown * Points Per Game: WSU leads with 82.1 ⚡ vs. Washington's 71.5 * Defense (Points Allowed): Washington holds tighter (68.6 vs. 73.9) * Assists: WSU creates more chances (16.8 vs. 12.8) * Rebounds: Washington edges the boards (34.3 vs. 33.8) * Three-Point Shooting: WSU shoots better (35.1% vs. 32.1%) What’s the X-Factor? * WSU scores more efficiently (48.8% FG) and dominates in the paint (35.5 PPG). * Washington’s strength? Limiting turnovers and grabbing second-chance points. Game Insight
If WSU keeps their scoring rhythm and limits turnovers, they control the game. Washington’s path to victory lies in capitalizing on rebounds and second chances. How You Can Win
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When it comes to success in football, the role of coaches, federations, and associations is often scrutinized when things go wrong. Conversely, they receive praise when things go right. The truth is, numerous variables influence outcomes in the sport. However, one constant remains - the importance of technical strength in football players. Technical prowess is the very DNA of a player, shaping their performance regardless of the tactics, formations, or systems employed. Ultimately, the quality of players available dictates the success of any team. ⚽ #Football #PlayerDevelopment #SuccessFactors

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Non-Drafted Free Agency (NDFA) period begins for MLB today. What is it, and how can teams use it to improve their organizations via depth and finding hidden gems? #ndfa #mlbdraft #playerevaluation #scouting #baseball

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#Wicked's box office success may only be matched by the number of brand collaborations featuring the movie. I examined the growing use of brand collaborations and how #sportsbiz #partnership professionals can capitalize on the trend in my latest John WallStreet column.

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Some thoughts in our Quarterly Newsletter on the continued relevance of the Summer Olympics from a fan interest perspective, even prior to the recently concluded, superlative-filled Paris Games! 99% of sports/disciplines see a marked increase in interest during the Games and for 78% of the participating sports/disciplines, the Summer Games represent the pinnacle of interest in their sport! General Sports Worldwide #FanData #OlympicInsights #Paris2024 International Olympic Committee – IOC

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📊 New Data Tool for Evaluating Sports Franchises The University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business has teamed up with Arctos Sports Partners to launch the pioneering Sports Franchise Index (SFI). This innovative initiative promises to transform how we understand the performance and valuation of sports franchises. 🔍 What is the SFI? The Sports Franchise Index offers a comprehensive and transparent measure of the financial and operational health of sports franchises. Utilizing robust data analytics, the SFI aims to provide deep insights into the sports industry. 💡 Notable Findings: - Long-Term Growth: The value of North American sports assets included in the index has compounded at 13.0% per annum over the last 60+ years, outperforming the equity market by 2.5%. - Superior Risk/Return: According to several measures of risk, North American sports assets included in the index possess risk/return characteristics superior to other traditional and alternative asset classes. 📊 Latest Performance Updates (as of Q1 2024): - Quarter-to-Date Return: 4.8% - Year-to-Date Return: 28.1% - Three-Years-to-Date Return: 16.7% 🔝 Year-Over-Year Performance: - Outperforming Assets: North American sports assets have outperformed global equities (23.8%), U.S. small cap stocks (19.7%), private credit (8.8%), private equity (6.0%), commodities (1.5%), and fixed income (1.3%). - Top Performers: The U.S. media and entertainment sector (53.6%) and U.S. equities (29.9%) have outperformed North American sports assets included in the index. This collaboration highlights a significant step forward in using data-driven strategies to revolutionize the sports industry. I've dropped a link to the announcement in the comments 👇 #linkedinsports #sportsfranchise

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