AI in Sports

Data analysis tools are increasingly used in professional sports. Among them, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here to stay and improve process automation and optimizing performance.

Not all professionals have a practical approach to AI applied to sports, and whoever masters it will make a difference in a new era of performance analysis and sports strategy.

Join us to stay ahead and master the innovative techniques, such as Generative AI, Machine Learning and other key tools, that are shaping the future of athletic excellence.

The AI Sports Course

1st Edition (2024)

  • Start:

    PAUSED

  • Duration:

    8 Modules. Every week new content will be added. You can go at your own pace.

  • Format:

    Pre-recorded classes in short pill format | Supplementary material | Scientific articles | Links to external material to further explore concepts | Worldclass experts presenting Masterclasses

  • Modality:

    Online

  • Language:

    English

  • Price:

    ---- PAUSED ---

Who is this course for?

To take the course, there are two main types of profiles:

  • Technical profile: Professionals experience with tools such as programming languages, data visualization or artificial intelligence. Graduates in computer science or equivalent, statistics, mathematics, physics or engineering, computer professionals (mainly developers), architects and data analysts, interested in data management and analysis applied to the sports sector.

  • Non-technical profile: Sports specialist and professionals who, although they do not have a technical background, are familiar with the use of data in the sports field. Exercise and Science bachelor’s degree, coaches, scouts, sports directors and managers, and any professionals in sports organizations requiring skills in the latest AI and data trends. With basic knowledge of sports statistics, data providers and visualization tools.

Who is this course designed for

Techical and Sport Professional Profiles

What can you expect from this course?

This course delves into the role of Artificial Intelligence in optimizing performance, strategy, and decision-making within the sports industry. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of key AI and Machine Learning concepts, tailored specifically to the needs and challenges of sports professionals.

  • Comprehensive understanding of AI and its impact on sports.

  • Practical skills in data extraction and analysis for various sports.

  • Insights into performance metrics and optimization strategies.

  • Advanced knowledge in machine learning and deep learning applications in sports.

  • Hands-on experience with data visualization tools and techniques.

  • Exposure to generative AI and strategic simulations in sports.

Become part of the next generation of sports professionals, leading the future of athletic performance and innovation

Course curriculum

  1. Welcome to the AI Sports Course

  2. About this course

  3. Unit 1. Introduction to Artificial Intelligence in Sports

  4. Unit 2. Sports Performance and Technology

  5. Unit 3. Origins and Data Extraction in Sports

  6. Unit 4. Sports and Performance Metrics: Identification and Analysis

1st Edition

  • Written material, recorded classes in short format, articles, and links to external educational content
  • October 1st 2024
  • Online - English

Faculty

  • Raúl Peláez, MSc

    Director of Sports Data at Kynisca. Former Head of Sports Technology, Innovation and Analysis at F.C. Barcelona.

  • Miguel Houghton, MSc

    Basketball Senior Data Analyst at Skillcorner. Former Data Architect at Gemini Sports Analytics and former Lead Data Scientist at You First.

  • Lorena Torres, Ph.D., MBA

    Director of Players Performance at You First. Bronze medal of the Royal Order of the Sporting Merit (CSD). EMBA (ESADE). Former Performance Director at Sixers (NBA) and Sport Science at Spurs (NBA).

Confirmed Guest Experts

Kirk Goldsberry

Executive Director of the Sports Business Institute at the University of Texas. Former NBA analyst at ESPN, and VP of Strategic Research for the San Antonio Spurs.

Jorge Rego

Aerodynamics Engineer in Formula 1 - Scuderia Visa Cash App Racing Bull. Former Aerodynamics Engineer at Red Bull Advanced Technologies.