Soccer in the Age of Analytics (Virtual)

May

7

,

2026

6:30PM

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7:45PM

CDT

Soccer in the Age of Analytics (Virtual)

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What was covered

As international soccer competition arrives in Kansas City in 2026, the sport is once again taking center stage globally and so is the science behind it.

Andrew Wiebe, reporter, host, and analyst on MLS Season Pass, will moderate a discussion with a panel of experts to explore how data is transforming the world's most popular game. From player tracking technology and algorithm-driven scouting to predictive models such as expected goals, today’s teams are increasingly turning to analytics to gain a competitive edge.

Whether you are a lifelong soccer fan or simply curious about the role of analytics in modern sports, this conversation will offer unique insight into the intersection of data, decision-making, and athletic performance. It is the perfect way to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the game ahead of the upcoming World Cup!

Thank you to our presenting sponsor:

Harry Portman Charitable Trust, UMB Bank, n.a., Trustee

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This program will be presented virtually via Zoom webinar. If you would prefer to attend this program in-person at the Linda Hall Library, please follow this link to register:

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Key Topics:

What agile event programs are and why they're essential

Strategies and tools for building agile event marketing

How to scale agile event programs without losing brand integrity or valuable data

Steps you can take right now to introduce agile event marketing into your business

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As international soccer competition arrives in Kansas City in 2026, the sport is once again taking center stage globally and so is the science behind it.

Andrew Wiebe, reporter, host, and analyst on MLS Season Pass, will moderate a discussion with a panel of experts to explore how data is transforming the world's most popular game. From player tracking technology and algorithm-driven scouting to predictive models such as expected goals, today’s teams are increasingly turning to analytics to gain a competitive edge.

Whether you are a lifelong soccer fan or simply curious about the role of analytics in modern sports, this conversation will offer unique insight into the intersection of data, decision-making, and athletic performance. It is the perfect way to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the game ahead of the upcoming World Cup!

Thank you to our presenting sponsor:

Harry Portman Charitable Trust, UMB Bank, n.a., Trustee

In-person attendance option

This program will be presented virtually via Zoom webinar. If you would prefer to attend this program in-person at the Linda Hall Library, please follow this link to register:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE

The panel

Andrew Wiebe, Moderator

_{Feature and Sideline Reporter,}

_{MLS Season Pass}

Andrew Wibe is a reporter, host, and analyst on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. Catch him on the inaugural season of Sunday Night Soccer, working the sideline, filing features and bringing MLS fans big-time interviews from cities around North America to highlight the best of our soccer culture.

Izzy Rodriguez

_{Defender, Kansas City Current}

Izzy Rodriguez is currently rated as one of the best outside backs in world soccer and was the highest-rated defender of the 2025 NWSL Season. She has spent her entire professional career with Kansas City, and her performances for the Current saw her receive her first call-up for the U.S. Women’s National Team in June 2025, where she scored on debut in a win against the Republic of Ireland.

Sam Gregory

_{Director, Data Analytics,}

_{U.S. Soccer}

Sam Gregory has been active in soccer analytics for 10 years working with clubs and technology providers, his current role is Director of Data Analytics at U.S. Soccer supporting the US national teams. He previously held similar roles at Inter Miami CF and York United.

Paul Carr

_{Senior Director, Media and Business Operations, TruMedia}

TruMedia's Paul Carr has worked in soccer media and analytics for nearly 20 years, researching World Cups for ESPN and FOX since 2010. TruMedia currently provides analytics web sites for over 100 soccer teams and media outlets around the world.

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Your Hosts

Lucy Hernandez

Chief Creative Office

OPENFORM

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Leo Di Salvo

Sr. Technology Consultant

OPENFORM

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Your Hosts

Jake Hernandez

Chief Creative Officer

Openform

Jake Hernandez is senior director of product marketing at Openform, where his goal is to help people unlock the power of in-person events.

Leo Di Salvo

Sr. Technology Consultant

Openform

Leo Di Salvo is the Senior Technology Consultant at Openform, where his goal is to help people unlock the power of in-person events.

Run of show

12:00PM

Webinar Begins

Opening remarks from your hosts

12:15PM

5-Tips

5 Tips for Creating Virtual Events

12:45PM

Closing

Final remarks from your hosts

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Resource List

01

A Guide to Agile Event Programs that Can Survive Anything

Explore why the most dynamic leaders are building strategies for agile event marketing with a focus on scaling in-person and virtual events that are fast, flexible, and hyper-effective at driving meaningful connections.

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02

Crisis Mode: Ideas for Managing Events in Challenging Situations

Learn strategies, experiences and lessons learned from top event marketing leaders who have walked through the fire more than once and lived to talk about it.

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03

How to Build a Rock Solid Agile Events Program

The old way of doing event marketing—a large, inflexible investment in a small number of tentpole events—doesn't fit into a business world that demands adaptability and speed.

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