Sports Analytics Showdown

National Collegiate Sports Analytics Championship

2025 NATIONAL COLLEGIATE
SPORTS ANALYTICS CHAMPIONSHIP

Join the nation’s most promising business analytics students as they step into the spotlight at the National Collegiate Sports Analytics Championship. This premier event invites students from universities of all sizes to present their cutting-edge analyses to a panel of esteemed judges, all of whom are seasoned professionals in the field of analytics. It’s a unique opportunity for aspiring analysts to shine, showcasing their skills in a rigorous, real-world scenario.

At the heart of the championship is a commitment to integrity, both in analytics and in business practices. Competitors are not only evaluated on the sophistication of their analysis but also on the ethical considerations and transparency of their approach. This dual focus ensures that the future leaders in business analytics emerge from this competition not just with accolades, but with a reinforced sense of responsibility to their discipline and the businesses they will go on to serve. Embark on this journey with us and witness the transformative power of sports analytics done right.

2023-2024 PARTICIPANTS

FEBRUARY 18-19, 2025

Bridgestone arena – nashville, tn

The championship will be awarded to the school with the highest ranked performances across each division.

Students provide 5-minute presentations based on analysis of real data provided from Zoomph. Students will analyze social media data related to brands, teams, and athletes. Professionals judge the presentations based on (1) statistical analysis, (2) data visualization, (3) actionable insights, (4) communication, and (5) integrity.

ELIGIBILITY: Students currently enrolled in a U.S college or university and seeking full-time employment are eligible. Students may or may not have a faculty or staff sponsor.

DIVISIONS


Graduate Business Analytics

Participation: Individual student preparation and presentations. Up to 4 students per school can compete. Team championship is based on individual student scores.

Immerse yourself in an exhilarating academic showdown featuring a March Madness®-style tournament bracket. In this thrilling competition, students will analyze a complex data set and deliver captivating 5-minute presentations, individually, showcasing their expertise and innovation in a battle for intellectual supremacy.


Undergraduate Business Analytics

Participation: Individual student preparation and presentations. Up to 4 students per school can compete. Team championship is based on individual student scores.


New Network Challenge

Participation: Solo participation

Display professional communication and presentation skills with recruiters and peers. Present a 60-90 second elevator pitch to recruiting judges or sponsors.