Data-Driven Isn’t Romantic — But It Wins: Lessons from AZ Alkmaar’s Model
In a recent Association of Sporting Directors webinar, Rich Byrne (Commercial Director, Teamworks Player ID) sat down with Merijn Zeeman, CEO at AZ Alkmaar, to explore the future of football recruitment, and what it truly means to build a data-driven culture. Drawing from his transformative work in professional cycling and now applying those lessons in […]
Why Data Is a Culture, Not a Tool – By Gareth Jennings
Harburg group owns Al-Kholood, has a minority stake in Cadiz (Spain’s Segunda División) and has ownership of three African clubs. Presenting at TGG’s Big Data Webinar, Jennings – who is the former Technical Director of the UAE Pro League and Academy Director at Stoke City – explained how the Harburg Group use data not only […]
How Memphis Built a Scalable, Transparent NIL & Revenue Sharing Framework With Teamworks
At the University of Memphis, Deputy Athletic Director for Regulatory Affairs and Senior Woman Administrator Kathy Sulentic and Assistant Athletic Director for NIL Camie Cole lead the institution’s rapidly evolving NIL and revenue-sharing environment. Their roles span daily NIL operations, contracts, budgets, compliance, rev-share execution, and multi-sport oversight, all with a lean administrative staff and […]
Webinar Summary: Preparing for the Most Anticipated Transfer Portal Season in NCAA History
This Teamworks-hosted webinar focused on how college football programs can better prepare for, plan, and execute during an increasingly high-stakes, single transfer portal window. The discussion framed the transfer portal not as an isolated challenge, but as part of the broader evolution of college football toward a professionalized, NFL-like model that leverages modern scouting and […]
Inside the C-Suite: How Football Leaders Are Thinking About Data
At World Football Summit Riyadh we had the privilege of bringing together a distinguished panel of thought leaders in football to explore one of the game’s most pressing challenges: how clubs can successfully implement and maximise the value of data. The challenges clubs face with data adoption are well known across global football, so hearing […]
Tarleton State Athletics Adopts Teamworks GM to Support Rising Competitive Demands
Tarleton State Athletics has selected Teamworks General Manager (GM) to streamline revenue sharing and position the department for long-term success, while staying competitive at the highest level. Following a standout 12-1 football record from the regular season, capped by a conference championship, Tarleton State is investing in modern infrastructure to support an increasingly competitive environment. […]
DePaul University Modernizes Athlete Compensation with Teamworks GM and Wallet
DePaul University has committed to building a forward-thinking, transparent, and compliant approach to NIL and revenue sharing. This work is led jointly by Brett Sible, Associate AD for NIL Strategy and Innovation, who oversees all aspects of the university’s NIL program, and Taylor Stapleton, Associate Vice President & Deputy Athletics Director, who supports the operational, […]
Davidson College: Streamlining Basketball Operations with Teamworks GM and Wallet
At Davidson College, basketball is more than a sport. It’s a legacy. The program that helped shape NBA superstar Stephen Curry continues to innovate both on and off the court. Today, Curry has returned to his alma mater as Assistant General Manager for Davidson men’s and women’s basketball, joining fellow alum Matt Berman in supporting […]
Teamworks Partner Summit 2025: A Global Gathering
Last week, we hosted the 4th annual Teamworks Partner Summit in London — and what an incredible few days it was. Over 130 practitioners from 20 different countries and a wide range of sports came together for a day of learning, sharing, and connecting. The Summit is all about collaboration, bringing our partners together to […]
FAQs: Helping Your Student-Athletes Manage Their NIL Money
NIL opportunities have opened new financial doors for student-athletes. As an administrator, you play a crucial role in guiding these young adults toward financial success. Here are five frequently asked questions with practical strategies to help student-athletes effectively manage their NIL earnings: 1. How can student-athletes save for taxes on NIL earnings? Many student-athletes may […]