In this episode of Chat By The Pitch, Ian Babcock talks with Colin Brett, co-founder and CEO of Player Stat Data. Colin shares how Player Stat Data is revolutionizing youth soccer by turning raw game footage into actionable insights. Learn how data impacts player development, empowers coaches, and provides parents with a clear understanding of their child’s performance. If you’re curious about the future of soccer analytics, this episode is a must-listen!

Key Talking Points

• How Player Stat Data started and the mission behind it.

• The 76 metrics Player Stat Data collects and their importance.

• Why objectivity in soccer analytics is crucial for player development.

• How combining video and data creates a complete performance picture.

• The role of Player Stat Data in college recruitment and development pathways.

Tune In to Learn

• How Player Stat Data customizes solutions for clubs and players.

• The challenges and benefits of using data to measure performance.

• Why accurate stats paired with video can transform coaching and development.

Quotes from Colin Brett

• “Data is the bridge between potential and reality in youth soccer.”

• “Player Stat Data ensures every metric is objective and actionable.”

• “Highlight reels show moments, but stats capture the full story.”

• “Our mission is to make elite-level insights accessible to all players.”

• “Accurate data builds trust and empowers development.”

• “Every game holds a goldmine of insights waiting to be unlocked.”

• “We’re focused on what matters: helping players grow through evidence-based metrics.”

• “Data isn’t a replacement for coaching; it’s a tool to make coaching better.”

• “The context behind the numbers is where real understanding happens.”

• “Our goal is to provide clarity in a game full of complexity.”

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Facebook: @PlayerStatData

Twitter: @PlayerStatData

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