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.
PREVIOUS PARTICIPANTS
spring 2026
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. 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 5 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.