Professor Sam Robertson discusses how technology and AI intersect with human aspects in sports. He explores the future of sports data, challenges current thinking about technology's role, and addresses topics like injury prediction and coaching. Sam also introduces his quality framework which pushes for higher standards in sports tech. 

Episode Highlights:

• Introduction to Sam Robertson (02:17)
• The 'Moneyball' Revolution (05:01)
• The Data Dilemma in Sports (07:57)
• Ethics and the 'Injury Prediction' Debate (13:52)
• Quality Control in Sports Tech: Sports Quality Framework (16:31)
• Closing Thoughts (27:24)

Resources:

• Quality Assessment of Sport Technologies’ Special Interest Group White Paper
• One Track Mind Podcast

Connect with Sam Robertson: 

• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Website

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