Apex Athlete Alliance | AI Sports Analyst Apprenticeship
Registered Apprenticeship

AI Sports
Analyst Apprenticeship

Turn Your Passion.
Into Performance.
Into Purpose.

A future-ready pathway for student-athletes and young professionals to build in-demand skills at the intersection of athletics, data, and artificial intelligence.

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Apex athlete

Preparing the next generation of sports professionals at the intersection of athletics, data, and AI.

Clock
2,000
Hours

On-the-Job Training (OJT)

Graduation cap
144
Hours

Related Technical Instruction (RTI)

Why Pre-Apprenticeship Matters

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Expands Access

Removes barriers and creates pathways for underrepresented and underserved populations.

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Builds Partnerships

Connects participants with employers and Registered Apprenticeship sponsors early.

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Develops Readiness

Builds technical, analytical, and professional skills needed to succeed in RA programs.

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Supports Equity

Drives inclusive workforce development and aligns with federal guidance and best practices.

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Future-Proofs Careers

Prepares participants for high-growth roles in sports, technology, and data analytics.

Curriculum Overview (144 Hours of Related Technical Instruction)

1
📈

Foundations of Sports Analytics

12 Hours
  • Sports performance metrics
  • Player & team evaluation
  • Data-driven decision making
2
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AI Fundamentals

16 Hours
  • AI & LLM overview
  • Generative AI applications
  • Ethical AI practices
  • AI-assisted research
3
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Prompt Engineering

24 Hours
  • Prompt design & optimization
  • Context engineering
  • Workflow development
  • Output evaluation
4
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Sports Data Management

16 Hours
  • Data collection & organization
  • Cleaning & validating data
  • Database & spreadsheet skills
5
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Performance Analysis

20 Hours
  • Athlete evaluation
  • Trend identification
  • Opponent scouting
  • Development recommendations
6
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Video Analysis Using AI

12 Hours
  • Game film tagging
  • Pattern recognition
  • Motion analysis
  • Automated reporting
7
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Predictive Analytics

16 Hours
  • Forecasting outcomes
  • Probability models
  • Performance projections
  • Recruiting analysis
8

Sports Business Intelligence

12 Hours
  • Fan engagement
  • Ticketing analytics
  • Sponsorship analysis
  • Marketing performance
9
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AI Consulting & Reporting

8 Hours
  • Data storytelling
  • Executive reports
  • Presentation skills
  • Client communication
10
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Professional Development

8 Hours
  • Career pathways
  • Resume & portfolio
  • Interview prep
  • Networking & branding
◎ Total: 144 Hours of RTI + 2,000 Hours of On-the-Job Training (OJT)

📁On-the-Job Competencies

  • Collect, organize, and analyze sports data
  • Design and optimize AI prompts and workflows
  • Evaluate athlete and team performance
  • Conduct opponent and recruitment analysis
  • Create dashboards and performance reports
  • Deliver actionable insights to stakeholders
  • Apply ethical and responsible AI practices

🏆Capstone Project

Each apprentice completes a comprehensive AI Sports Analytics Project:

  • Select an athlete, team, or organization
  • Collect and manage performance data
  • Apply AI and analytics techniques
  • Develop insights and recommendations
  • Present findings in a professional report and presentation

💼Career Pathways

  • Sports Analytics Specialist
  • Performance Analyst
  • Scouting & Recruiting Analyst
  • Athletic Operations Coordinator
  • Sports Data Analyst
  • Athlete Development Specialist
  • Sports Technology Consultant
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Are You Interested In Working With Us?

We are looking for partners who share our vision for building the next generation of sports professionals. Let's connect and create impact together.

Partner With Us✉ info@apexathletealliance.org🌐 www.apexathletealliance.org

Empowering Athletes.
Building Careers.
Strengthening Communities.

Apex Athlete Alliance is committed to creating career pathways through education, apprenticeship, and emerging technology in the sports industry.

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