Sports Analytics Group at Berkeley

The Sports Analytics Group at Berkeley is a student-run sports analytics research organization at UC Berkeley, with a diverse team consisting of former sports analytics interns for the Brooklyn Nets, Milwaukee Brewers, New York Mets, and Adidas. The group's main goals include educating members to become industry leaders in the sports analytics field, conducting research to develop analytical skills, and applying relevant statistics to sports-related problems. Additionally, the group aims to partner with Cal Athletics and Professional Sports Teams as a consulting group, offering data-driven sports analysis and opportunities to participate in case competitions at Sloan and SABR. The group has been active in preparing a Case Competition in partnership with the San Francisco Giants, with over 50 teams and 100 students participating in Spring 2017. Currently, they are consulting for the San Jose Earthquakes, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Cal Football, while also having members competing at the NBA Hackathon and preparing research for the SABR Research Conference. With their focus on analytics and sports, the Sports Analytics Group at Berkeley presents a unique opportunity for potential investors or venture capitalists looking to support innovative initiatives within the sports analytics industry. Their collaborations with professional sports teams and participation in industry events indicate a proactive approach towards establishing themselves as key players in the sports analytics field.