David Southerland Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Hired as the first data analyst to help create internal and external front-end software for scouting analyses across multiple sports in the AlphaPlay Suite Assist in creation of GPT-4 models utilizing advanced AI to uncover potential team strategies Work closely with experienced data analysts within major sports franchises to create innovative AI scouting and analytics models that highlight player tracking, skill development, and archetypal coupling using the Python and Power BI coding platformsUtilize AI advancement to develop statistical models for team use among NBA, NFL, international soccer clubs, and the NHL, most recently with the Montreal Canadiens and Liga MX club Mazatlan F.C.Facilitate pre-match and post match analytics reports to help teams develop effective strategies informed by situational, data-driven insightsCreate scouting reports to help teams significantly improve roster optimization and asset management through the draft, free agency, and transfer market

New York, New York

Co-hosted The Cheap Seats, a sports commentary show that aired weekly on Friday nights Co-hosted a basketball focused podcast titled Hoops and ScoopsDiscussed prominent sports events such as the NFL draft, NBA playoffs, and important trade deals

Generated statistics for live game updates for the Premier Hockey Federation league website Analyzed game statistics to improve team efficiencyWorked closely with players and coaching staff to develop effective strategies for lineup matchups and special team scenariosFacilitated gameday operations including assisting broadcast crew at the arena, accommodating VIP visitors, and gameday setup Assisted players pre-match by preparing game day equipment and reviewing filmCompleted post game tasks such as facilitating travel and reviewing key game momentsServed as direct assistant to the General Manager and Coaching Staff

Houston, Texas, United States

Facilitated season ticket holder and fan experiences at Dynamo, Dash, and Dynamo 2 matchesAssisted sales team by creating multiple contact lists for local organizations interested in attending matchesUtilized Houston demographic data to create an improved marketing strategy to draw Central American customers more effectively using the player roster and national team matches played at home

Facilitated communication between the UFPA and member players and staff about relevant Spring football league updatesAided and supported players in joining class action lawsuit against the Alliance of American Football in which they could receive rightful back pay for their time in the league Engaged in conversations with upstart spring football leagues about how to ensure proper player safety and accommodations

Sugar Land, Texas

I worked as a Bat Boy for the Sugar Land Skeeters, a member of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.

Bachelor'S Degree, Sports Management, Cum Laude

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