SPORTS ANALYTICS:
THE NUMBERS BEHIND AN EVOLVING GAME
By: Matthew Page
Where are Sports Analytics Now?
Analytics are taking hold in professional organizations around roster construction and decision-making. Despite potential drawbacks, they are becoming part of how teams succeed in the 21st century.
As organizations evolve, fans may be left behind. However, both fans and experts are developing platforms for fans to engage with the data through visualizations or data packages.
I am an aspiring sports journalist and media personality. A member of WRHU, Radio Hofstra University, I also boast professional experience writing for The Hockey News on the New York Islanders beat and AMNewYork as a Sports Creative Journalist.