Analytics corner
A fresh voice in a new age of analytics.
Data Is the New Snake Oil: Why Decision-Making Still Reigns Supreme
Despite massive advancements in sports technology, most teams are still stuck using clipboards, spreadsheets, and gut instincts. StatLink is here to change that—turning disjointed data into real-time, decision-focused insights.
How Warcraft Logs Can Inspire Better Performance for Sports Teams: A Lesson from Gaming
World of Warcraft players have long used Warcraft Logs to drive individual and team performance through player parses and ranking systems. Now, platforms like StatLink are bringing those same competitive frameworks to sports—offering real-time analytics, transparent rankings, and powerful insights that elevate athletes and organizations alike. Explore how gaming’s embrace of data is reshaping sports, empowering leaders to make smarter roster decisions and push player performance to new heights.
Running an Impact-Driven Analytics Program Doesn’t Have to Be Difficult
Tracking player impact doesn’t have to be complicated. The +/- On Ball and Off Ball Scorecard simplifies analytics by logging just positive or negative actions on and off the ball. With minimal data, coaches can gain powerful insights into player performance and team impact—without the complexity.
The Age-Old Question: How Do I Contact a College Coach?
For decades, players and parents have struggled with the same questions: How do I find a college coach’s contact info? How do I email them? What should I say? Despite all the advancements in sports technology, recruiting remains frustratingly outdated. StatLink provides the solution—an all-in-one platform where players can build their profile, access a verified coach contact database, and send professional emails with just one click. It’s time to simplify recruiting and take control of the process.
Transforming College Recruitment at the OTB Transfer Portal Showcase
On December 7th and 8th, 2024, Off the Ball Pathways hosted the OTB Transfer Portal Showcase in Indo, California, powered by StatLink.
The Value Proposition: Evaluating the Cost of Data Analytics
In today’s sports landscape, analytics are essential—but not all teams can afford the complex, high-cost infrastructures used by top-tier leagues. StatLink offers a streamlined alternative, delivering actionable insights at 99.99% less cost. It’s time to rethink the way we approach data: Are you ready to trade overwhelming complexity for manageable, impactful decisions?
Why RPI Is Outdated: A New Era for Ranking Teams
Legacy systems like the Rating Percentage Index (RPI) have been widely used, but are they the best way to understand team performance? The short answer is: not anymore.
Video Analysis vs. Statistical Analysis: Beyond The Eye Test
Video analysis has long been the go-to for coaches, but with the rise of data-driven insights, it’s time to explore how statistical analytics can complement—or even transform—the coaching process.
Delivering Analytics to the Coaching Staff: From Overwhelmed to Actionable Insights
Simplifying analytics to empower coaches with actionable insights.
Rethinking College Soccer Budgets: Effective Management or Missed Opportunities?
Rethinking College Soccer Budgets: Are limited resources holding back innovation, or is it time for a more effective allocation of funds to support coaches and athletes?
Is the Traditional Coaching Structure in College Soccer Outdated?
In this post, we examine the coaching organizational chart for college soccer.
Leveraging Technology in Player Selection
Technology and SaaS can aid in player assessment and selection.
Power Behind Rankings
In a sweltering practice, a group of youth players found a spark—not from a coach’s speech, but from a single motivating phrase: “This goes in the rankings!” In this powerful reflection, Doug Oppenheimer challenges the common belief that player rankings create toxicity. Instead, he reveals how—when implemented thoughtfully—rankings can drive effort, accountability, and joy. From building intrinsic motivation to offering transparent, data-backed feedback to parents, Oppenheimer shows that measurement isn’t the enemy of development—it’s a catalyst. The key lies in how we wield the tool.
Coaching in the World of Analytics
In the age of analytics, the coach’s role is more essential than ever—not less. In Coaching in the World of Analytics, Jon Nichols argues that analytics doesn’t replace coaching; it refines it. Coaches set the objectives, define what “good” looks like, and apply context to uncertainty in the data. Without their judgment and experience, data lacks purpose. Nichols outlines how modern coaching is still about tactics and leadership—but now, it’s informed by data, not governed by it.
