Is being employed by a club the only way to be a sports analyst? I'm not so sure, and I think the option of a freelancer is becoming more appealing.
In order to create analysis of sports, you most likely need to get your hands on some data. Although you can buy data (and it can be costly), there are places you can data for free and data scraping can also be very useful.
With some footballers earning huge sums of money, many will look to employ their own staff to aid in their career. But which roles will this include and what are the important considerations?
Working in elite sport can be very demanding, and at times, very draining. There are of course, some amazing highs...
Football scouting has come a long way over the last 10-20 years and will continue to evolve with new data and technology...
Creating a strong team culture can really benefit for including everyone in the feedback process...
Most succesful teams will have a strong identity and playing style, but how do you develop one?
The lines between a coach and analyst are becoming more blurred over time. Are these two roles merging into one?
In sport, you will often find yourself working with people who have been in the game for a while. This can be a great learning opportunity...
The transition from university to working in sport isn't always an easy one to make. Be prepared...
A lot can be learnt from properly reading job adverts. Do it properly, and you can be on to a winner...
Getting a job in another country can be a great move for your career and also your personal growth...