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5 PA Stories You Might Have Missed
[View the story "5 PA Stories You Might Have Missed" on Storify] 5 PA Stories You Might Have Missed Some stories you may have missed over the last few weeks. Some really interesting stuff here and well worth a browse as you watch the football tonight. Storified by Rob Carroll · Fri, Nov 16 2012 [...]
Why I Don’t Talk About Software
It might seem strange that on a Performance Analysis website there is almost no mention of Performance Analysis software. It’s not an accident. There have been times when I have come across a story that might be interesting, but if it could be seen as an endorsement or promotion of a product – I bin it. When [...]
Should All Coaches Be Analysts?
I have always found that there is something peculiar about the role of a Performance Analyst. While most other sports science disciplines can be left to their own devices, the role of an analyst is so ingrained in the coaching process that I often wonder should analysis just be something every coach does and not a separate discipline? A strength and [...]
5 Performance Analysis Stories You Might Have Missed
[View the story "5 Performance Analysis Stories you Might have Missed" on Storify] 5 Performance Analysis Stories you Might have Missed Here are 5 stories worth checking out. Storified by Rob Carroll · Wed, Oct 24 2012 04:11:05 Recommended Reading: http://thepowerofgoals.blogspot.co.uk/2012/10/the-case-for-data-analysis-in-football.html The Case For Data Analysis In Football.Rob Carroll Dave Reddin (BOA): "Software does not [...]
5 Stories You Might Have Missed on Social Media
I don’t go into much detail on these but here are 5 stories you should check out. I enjoyed reading them and you might too. [<a href="http://storify.com/thevideoanalyst/5-stories-you-might-have-missed-on-twitter" target="_blank">View the story "5 Stories You Might Have Missed on Social Media" on Storify</a>]<br /> <h1>5 Stories You Might Have Missed on Social Media</h1> <h2></h2> <p>Storified by Rob [...]
Performance Analysts – Always Be Learning
It’s so important to not consider the end of your academic learning as the end of your learning. The world moves at such a pace now and it’s important that we constantly look for ways to improve and learn new things. Technology has changed so many things (certainly in our industry) but there is also [...]
Diary of a Performance Analyst – Richard Hughes
First Foray My first forays into the world of performance analysis was a placement working within the Academy at Stoke City football club, whilst undertaking my degree at Staffordshire University, this was a great eye opener into the world of analysis and the work that goes on into the application of professional football. This was [...]
5 Stories You Might Have Missed on Twitter
Twitter is a fantastic resource for following analysts, data experts and visualization wizards. Sometimes thought you can skip past good content so here are 5 interesting things you might have missed. [<a href="http://storify.com/thevideoanalyst/5-stories-from-twitter-you-might-have-missed" target="_blank">View the story "5 Stories From Twitter You Might Have Missed" on Storify</a>]
5 Tips When Applying For Work
I often get emails (mainly from students) asking if I can give them a leg-up by putting them in touch with an analyst or offer them some work experience. As many jobs are not advertised I understand the need to randomly contact people in an effort to get your foot in the door. I try and respond [...]
Life as a Performance Analysis Intern
Late last week I received an email from somebody I know through this site. The person involved wanted to remain anonymous and didn’t want to name (and possibly shame) the clubs involved. Below are his thoughts on working as an intern in the Performance Analysis industry. I think there are some excellent points made here, especially about the [...]
