Fields Sports Analytics Workshop
The Fields Sports Analytics Workshop is a two day workshop focused on current methods, practices, and research in the increasingly popular area of sports analytics. The topics of the workshop will include the use of analytics on both the on-field performance as well as the business side and fan engagement.
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About the Workshop
An important aspect of this workshop is to shine a brighter light on the role that advanced mathematical, statistical and computer science methods play in this area both now, and in the future. The major objectives of the workshop are to:
- Disseminate the latest results and state of the art mathematical, statistical and computer science methods from researchers to academics, students, and especially to teams and industry
- Communicate past work, types of data, challenges, and insights from the sports industry community to gathered researchers
- Highlight the role that sophisticated analytical methods will likely play in the sports industry in the near future
- Encourage and inspire students and other researchers to find new and innovative ways to apply the latest mathematical, statistical and computer science methods to the sports industry
- Provide pathways for industry and researchers to utilize funding organizations to financially support future research, employment opportunities and internships
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Invited Talks
There will be 14 invited talks from top academic researchers and industry professionals.
Panel Discussion
Moderated by: Arda Orcal, broadcaster for ESPN and MSG Networks.
On Thursday there will be an hour long panel discussion on the future of sports analytics and the increasing mathematical sophistication that will guide its future developments.
Networking and Recruitment Lunch
Following the panel on Friday, teams, industry, academics and students will be able to participate in a networking lunch session. This is an excellent opportunity for industry and researchers to exchange ideas and discuss potential collaborations. It will also provide industry a forum to recruit talented and motivated students from across technical disciplines.
Post-Workshop Toronto FC Match
In partnership with Toronto FC, we're happy to offer discounted tickets to all registered workshop attendees for the Toronto FC match on Friday, May 25th at BMO Field, while supplies last.
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Schedule
| 09:00 to 09:15 |
Registration
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| 09:15 to 09:30 |
Introduction and Welcome
Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 09:30 to 10:00 |
Devin Pleuler, Toronto FC Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 10:00 to 10:30 |
Michael Lopez, Skidmore College Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 10:30 to 11:00 |
Coffee break
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| 11:00 to 11:30 |
Justin Detlor, Canadian Tire Corporation Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 11:30 to 12:00 |
Edward Kaplan, Yale School of Management Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 12:00 to 12:30 |
Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 12:30 to 13:30 |
Lunch Break
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| 13:30 to 14:30 |
Moderator: Arda Ocal (ESPN and MSG Networks) Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 14:30 to 15:00 |
Keith Boyarsky, Toronto Raptors Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 15:00 |
Coffee break
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| 09:00 to 09:30 |
Mark Glickman, Harvard University Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 09:30 to 10:00 |
Meghan Chayka, Stathletes Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 10:00 to 10:30 |
Ben Baumer, Smith College Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 10:30 to 11:00 |
Coffee break
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| 11:00 to 11:30 |
Luke Bornn, Sacramento Kings Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 11:30 to 12:00 |
Tim Chartier, Davidson College Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 12:00 |
Networking and Recruitment Lunch
|
| 13:30 to 14:00 |
Mark Broadie, Columbia Business School Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 14:00 to 14:30 |
Amy Langville, College of Charleston Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 14:30 to 15:00 |
Brian Macdonald, Florida Panthers Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 15:00 to 15:30 |
Coffee break
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| 15:30 to 16:00 |
Joe Sheehan, Toronto Blue Jays Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
| 16:00 to 16:25 |
Workshop Closing - Where Do We Go From Here?
Location:Fields Institute, Room 230 |
