We speak to Robert Laudani about his journey to entering the AFL system where he is currently a VFL Football Analyst. His insights from his Masters Degree in Germany, unique projects he’s worked on and development in the AFL system will be a great insight for fans and up and coming sports tech enthusiasts alike! …
From a Masters Degree in Germany to a Career in the AFL! Read More »
In a unique scenario, the AFL Grand Final will be played on the same weekend as the NRL Preliminary finals. As fans, we’re not complaining! The Rabbitohs play Many on Friday night and the Storm play the Panthers at 4pm on Saturday, which leads into the AFL Grand Final at 715pm. We’ve had a detailed …
We caught up with Rhys Tribolet who is completing a PhD Sport & Exercise Science and has worked with the Sydney Swans since 2017. We delve into his journey from a Bachelor’s Degree to a PhD, evolution of his role with the Swans & tips on how to set yourself apart when looking for your …
Sports Science & Performance Analysis At The Sydney Swans Read More »
We catch up with Emily Cust who is a Research Fellow with Victoria University, through which she is working with Tennis Australia after previously having worked with the Western Bulldogs. In our conversation with Emily we discuss her PhD in Sports & Exercise Science, work experience and the evolution of womens sport in Australia. Tell …
Sport Science in Tennis, Football, AFLW & The Evolution of Womens Sport in Australia Read More »
In our conversation with Charles, we cover topics including how he applies his STEM educational background to sport analytics, love of St Kilda FC & plans for his future plans with his blog “AFL GO”. Tell us about your background I completed my Bachelor of Science with a double major in Theoretical Physics and Mathematics …
We speak with Michael O’Donnell whose story takes us from Ireland to the UK, USA & finally to working in the AFL system in Melbourne. He is now a Strength & Conditioning coordinator for Womens Football at Collingwood Football club. From discussing his experiences across different sports, the evolution of the sport science industry and …
From Gaelic Sports In Ireland To Womens Football At Collingwood FC Read More »
After a long year, Australian sport fans are finally going to be treated to two blockbuster clashes in the NRL & AFL Grand Finals. In an interesting twist, both games are expected to be wet weather affairs with Brisbane & Sydney due for large amounts of rainfall over the weekend. We’ve done the data crunching …
When we last spoke to Rob Harding it was a broader conversation around his career & the evolution of performance analysis & football technology roles in the AFL. This time around, we touch on some of the points that have made the 2020 season unique and his thoughts on the remainder of the season! It …
In this interview, we catch up with St Kilda’s Sports Science Analyst and PhD candidate Daniel Hoffman. During our chat, Daniel discusses his varied work experience leading to hi role with St Kilda, his findings relating to player injuries in the AFL & his advice to people wanting to break into the sports industry during …
Cracking the Injury Code – Interview with Daniel Hoffman (St Kilda FC) Read More »
We catch up with Liam from ‘Useless AFL Stats‘, a page which has almost 25,000 followers on their Facebook page and is going from strength to strength. We discuss his background as a data scientist, what areas of data and stats the fans are most interested in and the way forward for sports data analytics …
The Power of ‘Useless AFL Stats’ Amongst Footy Fans Read More »
