Math Colloquium: Applications of Data Science in Major League Sports

Presented by Dr. Michael Dairyko, Director of Ticketing Analytics, Milwaukee Bucks.

Data science is a continuously evolving field that lives at the intersection of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. Many industries have started to utilize data science to extract valuable information from their data to assist with strategic planning and decision-making. One such industry is professional sports, where data science is used to maximize both player and revenue performance. In this talk, we will review applications of data science that drive revenue for professional sports teams.

Refreshments follow the colloquium.