Sports Analysis

A book of lessons in baseball enlightenment from three-time MLB Manager of the Year, Joe Maddon. "A perfect baseball book, as invaluable as it is unique." ―Jane Leavy, author of The Last Boy LP: Mickey Mantle and the End of America's Childhood No one sees baseball like Joe Maddon. He sees it...

Sports betting research should do more than produce an attractive historical record. It should state the question before the results arrive, identify the exact wager and price, and test later seasons that were not used to find the idea. The Sports Bettor Research Desk develops that method through four original SDQL studies across Major League Baseball and college football. Each study examines what happened in the first historical sample, what happened later, and what the numbers can—and cannot—support. Inside, you will learn how to: Treat betting price as part of the prediction Separate...

The reporter who broke the Houston Astros' cheating scandal reveals how a baseball team could so dramatically descend into corruption, with never-before-told details of a broken management culture, the once-revered leaders who enabled it and the scandal itself. Baseball, that old romantic game...

Every Lakers fan, every basketball fan, and every sports fan should have this book in their library. Here's what you'll find inside.... Keep listening.... We wanted to retrace step-by-step the life of Kobe, from his childhood in Italy to his last moments in life, from the NBA draft to the five rings passing from Kobe as a father to the victory of the Oscar.

The AI Betting Edge: Master the Math, Beat the Odds, and Build a Data-Driven Value Betting System is a complete beginner-to-intermediate guide that helps you understand modern sports betting in a structured, intelligent, and data-driven way. If you’ve ever felt confused by odds, frustrated by losing streaks, or unsure how “professional bettors” actually think, this book breaks everything down into a clear, practical system you can follow step by step. Instead of gambling emotionally or guessing outcomes, you’ll learn how to approach sports betting like a structured decision-making ...

Unlock the secrets to turning your passion for collectible cards into a profitable side hustle – or even a full-time income! Flipping Collectible Cards for Profit Using eBay and AI Market Tracking Tools is your comprehensive guide to navigating the exciting world of card collecting and reselling. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting out, this book provides the practical strategies and cutting-edge techniques you need to succeed in today’s dynamic market. Learn how to: Identify undervalued and trending cards with high profit potential. Master eBay selling strategies, ...

Stop Guessing. Start Winning. Transform ChatGPT into Your Personal Sports Betting Syndicate. Are you tired of losing bets to "gut feelings" or biased media hype? The sportsbooks have the most advanced algorithms in the world, isn’t it time you leveled the playing field? ChatGPT Prompts for Sports Betting is the definitive professional blueprint for bettors who want to stop gambling and start investing. By leveraging the power of AI, this guide teaches you how to turn raw data into high-probability winning tickets across the NFL, NBA, MLB, and Global Soccer markets. With over 220+ ...

In a world increasingly ruled by numbers and algorithms, award-winning journalist Chris Jones makes a compelling case for a more personal approach to analytical thinking​. THE EYE TEST is a necessary course correction, a call for a more balanced, personal approach to problem-solving...

Bloomsbury presents… xGenius: Expected Goals and the Science of Winning Football Matches by James Tippett read by Simon Darwen 'Eye-opening. An essential read for any football fan' – Jamie Carragher A new, expanded and super-charged guide to Expected Goals (xG) analysis from the bestselling...

Basketball Data Science: From Match Events to Board Decisions is a practical and strategic guide to the use of data analytics, artificial intelligence, performance metrics, and executive dashboards in modern basketball organisations. Professional basketball now produces vast amounts of data: shots, passes, screens, rebounds, turnovers, fouls, possessions, tracking signals, video tags, player workloads, scouting reports, ticketing patterns, sponsorship evidence, and fan engagement indicators. The challenge is no longer data collection alone. The real challenge is turning basketball data into...

"Beyond the Bases: Creating a Winning Culture in Youth Baseball and Softball" is an essential guide for coaches, parents, and sports enthusiasts dedicated to fostering a positive and effective team environment. Authored by Joey Myers, a former Division-1 college baseball player and founder of Hitting Performance Lab, this book combines practical strategies, personal insights, and scientific principles to elevate youth baseball and softball coaching. The book is structured into ten comprehensive chapters, each addressing a critical aspect of team culture and player development: Leadership ...

AI will not magically pick winners for you. But it can help you become more organized, consistent, and disciplined in your betting research. AI for Sports Betting Research teaches readers how to use AI tools for note-taking, research organization, prompt building, checklist creation, market review, recordkeeping, and idea development. It focuses on responsible workflow improvement, not fake prediction promises. Inside, readers will learn: What AI can and cannot do for sports betting research How to use prompts for cleaner thinking How to organize betting notes How to summarize market ...

Expected value is not a promise. It is a way to compare a price with an honest estimate. Expected Value Betting for Beginners explains how to think about betting value without hype, false certainty, or complicated model worship. Learn how to form a reasonable fair-probability range, compare it with the sportsbook’s implied probability, calculate simple EV, and decide when the right answer is to pass. Inside, you will learn how to: Understand what expected value does—and does not—mean Build a fair-probability estimate with clear assumptions Compare your estimate with an offered betting...

Unleash your inner basketball detective and dominate the competition by knowing your opponent's next move! Are you ready to stop reacting to the game and start anticipating every play? In "Reading the Defense: Advanced Scouting Techniques for Coaches," this book reveals the art and science behind truly understanding your opponents. This isn't just a book filled with dry stats; it's your comprehensive roadmap to becoming a master strategist, transforming your team's approach to every game. Dive deep into the world of advanced scouting and discover how to: Master the Language of the Court: ...

Revolutionize your coaching and unlock unprecedented insights with the power of basketball analytics and video breakdown! Welcome to the cutting edge of basketball coaching, where intuition meets data-driven precision. In "Utilizing Technology for Enhanced Coaching: Analytics and Video Breakdown Tools," seasoned coach Bryce Patton guides you through the seamless integration of digital tools to elevate your team's performance and foster superior player development. This isn't about complex algorithms; it's about fundamentally understanding how technology can sharpen your strategic decisions ...

'A rare and refreshing book about the role of chance in football.' Ian Graham, author of How to Win the Premier League *** What if what we know about football isn't true? What if we praise and criticise the wrong teams? What if Real Madrid have won the Champions League too many times and Pep...

Unveil a part of the sports world you may never have experienced before with "Beyond the Huddle", an intensive exploration of Fantasy Sports Analytics that will leave you enlightened and prepared for this exhilarating endeavor! You are cordially invited to engage your propensity for game strategy, knack for number crunching, and love for in-depth sports analysis in an exciting new way. Tempt your curiosity with our comprehensive introduction to Fantasy Sports Analytics. Appreciate the power of data and its integral role in shaping competitive advantage in Fantasy Sports. Whet your appetite ...

Bloomsbury presents How to Win the World Cup by Chris Evans, read by Joshua Picton. WATERSTONES BEST BOOKS OF 2022 – SPORT 'A brilliant new perspective on World Cup management... Superbly insightful .' – Jamie Carragher 'Superb – great stories about the greatest tournament' – Daniel...

This audiobook will explain what soccer analytics are and how they work in a game. It will analyze different parts of play during a game and provide ideas and details around how analytics can improve a team during various passages of play.

Bloomsbury presents Crickonomics by Stefan Szymanski and Tim Wigmore, read by David Thorpe. SELECTED AS ONE OF WATERSTONES BEST SPORT BOOKS OF 2022. A CRICKETER BOOK OF THE YEAR. An engaging tour of the modern game from an award-winning journalist and the economist who co-authored the...