Let's Talk Sports Symposia - Data Science in Sports

The Symposia will be a series of virtual events available for high school students each featuring a different theme related to sports and science. At each event, students will be able to hear from experts in different themes and engage in hands-on activities that explore different aspects of the themes.

Themes:

Data Analysis - Discussing sports analytics and different sports metrics. How do researchers use data to inform athlete performance and sports outcomes? Our speakers will discuss how to analyze Judo fights and use VR in soccer matches. Participants will create heat maps that inform baseball statistics.

Diversity in Sport - Exploring diversity and inclusivity surrounding race, gender, sexuality, and bodies in sport. (Nov. 6)

Participants are welcome to register for one or both events!

Featured Speakers for Nov. 13th:

Dr. Issa Moussa (Institut de recherche Biomédical et épidémiologie du sport, Institut National du Sport)

Kasy Kiarash (Former Varsity Assistant Coach, X University)

Weekday Class Events

Biomechanics - Investigating the physics involved in sports and how athletes movements can be optimized. Tuesday Nov. 9, 1:00 - 2:30 pm

Nutrition - Diving into the importance of eating for performance and recovery in sport. Friday Nov. 5 & Nov. 12, 9:30 - 11:00 am

Registration will open soon for teachers to sign up their class(es). Please email SciXchange@torontomu.ca for more information.