Sports Analytics Research
Samford Sports Analytics Program Gets ASPA's First U.S. Endorsement
Birmingham, Alabama – September 2, 2025 - Samford University's Brock School of Business has achieved a groundbreaking milestone, becoming the first university in the United States to receive endorsement from the Association of Sports Performance Analysts (ASPA) for its Sports Analytics - Team and Player Performance Track program.
2026 World Cup Study: What Will It Actually Take to Make Soccer Mainstream in America?
For decades, the sports industry has grappled with a persistent question: Despite hundreds of millions of dollars and multiple World Cups on American soil, why hasn't soccer achieved mainstream status in the United States and what will it actually take to make that happen?
Analyzing Growth Patterns and Fan Dynamics Across the American Market
With the United Soccer League's recent announcement regarding promotion and relegation implementation, understanding the behavior of American soccer fans becomes crucial. This report analyzes the evolution of the American fanbase of the English Premier League from 2020 to 2024, examining trends in fan growth, correlations with league performance, and conducting detailed case studies of three notable teams.
Has the Pitch Clock Increased Pitcher Injuries? An Analysis
Beginning with the 2023 season, Major League Baseball introduced the pitch clock as part of a series of rule changes to improve pace of play. While the rule has succeeded in shortening game times, it has also sparked concern about its effect on pitcher health.
America's Soccer Revolution: 5 Viewing Trends Poised to Make World Cup 2026 a True Watershed Moment
It's 6:45 AM on a Saturday in Chicago, and 22-year-old Alex Taylor is already awake, phone in hand, planning his soccer viewing marathon through the Live Soccer TV app. The app displays over 100 international leagues with detailed kickoff times and streaming information for each match. With multiple screens ready—laptop, TV, and tablet—Alex prepares to watch several games simultaneously throughout his 14-hour soccer day.
Will Augusta National Get the Best of Rory McIlrory Once Again?
This article explores Rory McIlrory’s history at The Masters, his overall dominance in golf, and his potential ability to win a green jacket this year, or any year in the future.
