S2 E17: Unlocking the Game: Eric Eager on Sports Analytics, Mahomes, and Empathy in Football

Welcome back to Beyond the Bar Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, your host Denisa Tova engages with Eric Eager, a mastermind in sports analytics. Join the conversation as they explore Eric's journey from a college football player to a Ph.D. in math and his current role as the head of research and development at SumerSports. Topics Discussed: 📘 Eric's Book: "Football Analytics with Python & R" - A practical guide for those interested in diving into sports analytics using Python. Learn how data science is reshaping decision-making in football. 🌐 Vision for SumerSports: Uncover strategic football recommendations and intern opportunities. 🤔 Empathy in Football Analytics: Eric's perspective on avoiding stereotypes and navigating complex decisions. 📚 Eric Eager's Journey: From academia to leading research in football analytics. 🔗 Stay Connected: Follow Beyond the Bar podcast for more insightful conversations with industry leaders and experts in various fields. Don't miss out on the latest trends, stories, and perspectives shaping our world. Like, share, and subscribe for more engaging content! 🌟 ------------------------------------ Learn more about Eric Eager: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-eager-31a2a220/ Website: https://sites.google.com/site/ericeageranalytics/home?authuser=0 Twitter: https://twitter.com/ericeager_?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatova Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatova Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@denisatova