activities · 20
what they do
direct service · 16
- Award Scholarships and GrantsAwards scholarships to high school seniors through essay and art contests, offers Yoseloff Scholarships for students to attend its annual convention, and provides Dick Clark Memorial Library Grants.
- Award Scholarships and GrantsAwards Yoseloff Scholarships to students to attend its annual convention, scholarships to high school seniors through essay and art contests, and two annual Dick Clark Memorial Library Grants.
- Facilitate Regional Chapter Activities Member Meetings and ConventionsSupports regional chapters that foster contact among members, organize local research conferences, and hold regular meetings with guest speakers, presentations, and trips to ballgames.
- Host Diamond Dollars Case CompetitionHolds the Diamond Dollars Case Competition where student teams evaluate baseball operations problems and present solutions to MLB front office executives.
- Organize Baseball Conferences and Events Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsOrganizes and hosts annual events including the national convention, Analytics Conference, Jerry Malloy Negro League Conference, Frederick Ivor-Campbell 19th Century Base Ball Conference, Women in Baseball Conference, and SABR Day, featuring panel discussions, research presentations, guest speakers, and networking opportunities.
- Organize Baseball Conferences and Events Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsOrganizes and hosts annual events including the national convention, Analytics Conference, Jerry Malloy Negro League Conference, Frederick Ivor-Campbell 19th Century Base Ball Conference, Women in Baseball Conference, and SABR Day, featuring panel discussions, research presentations, and guest speakers.
- Provide Member Resources and Access Member-Focused Research Publishing & Resource SharingOffers members free online access to extensive research resources, including historical newspaper collections, an online member directory, and email discussion lists for baseball questions and answers.
- Provide Member Resources and Community Member-Focused Research Publishing & Resource SharingOffers members free online access to research resources, an online member directory, and email discussion lists, fostering connections among baseball experts and fans.
- Provide Member Resources and Networking Member-Focused Research Publishing & Resource SharingProvides members with free online access to extensive research resources, including historical newspaper collections, maintains an online member directory, and facilitates email discussion lists and online forums for baseball questions and answers.
- Publish Baseball-Related Content Member-Focused Research Publishing & Resource SharingPublishes two annual issues of the "Baseball Research Journal," an expanded e-book edition of "The National Pastime," and new e-books through the SABR Digital Library, all available to members.
- Publish and Distribute Baseball Content Member-Focused Research Publishing & Resource SharingPublishes and distributes two annual e-book editions of the "Baseball Research Journal" and "The National Pastime," new e-books through the SABR Digital Library, and weekly e-newsletters highlighting organizational activities and member research.
- Publish and Distribute Baseball Content Member-Focused Research Publishing & Resource SharingPublishes and distributes e-book editions of the Baseball Research Journal and The National Pastime, new e-books through the SABR Digital Library, and the "This Week in SABR" e-newsletter to members.
- Recognize Achievements in Baseball Research Annual Book and Advocacy AwardsHonors individuals with awards such as the SABR Analytics Conference Lifetime Achievement Award, the Dr. Mike Marshall Baseball Biomechanics Research Award, and the SABR Analytics Conference Research Awards.
- Support Baseball Education through Scholarships and AwardsAwards scholarships to high school seniors through essay and art contests, offers Yoseloff Scholarships for students to attend its annual convention, and provides Dick Clark Memorial Library Grants.
- Support Regional ChaptersFosters increased contact among SABR members through regional chapters that hold regular meetings, including baseball research, open to both members and non-members.
- Support Student CompetitionsHosts the Diamond Dollars Case Competition where student teams evaluate baseball operations problems and present solutions to MLB front office executives.
research · 1
- Conduct Baseball Research Member-Focused Research Publishing & Resource SharingOperates over two dozen research committees focused on specific areas of baseball study, including diversity-related topics, and publishes research findings in journals, e-books, and through projects like the SABR Games and Biography Projects.
capacity building · 3
- Offer Professional Development and Education Youth Sports Coach Training & DevelopmentOffers the SABR Analytics Certification program, an online, on-demand curriculum for professional development and learning in baseball analytics, including courses on applied statistics and skill acquisition sessions for students.
- Offer Professional Development and Educational Programs Youth Sports Coach Training & DevelopmentProvides the SABR Analytics Certification program, an online curriculum for professional development, and offers skill acquisition and development sessions for students, including training on baseball-related data sets and SQL.
- Offer Professional Development and Educational Programs Youth Sports Coach Training & DevelopmentProvides the SABR Analytics Certification program, an online curriculum for professional development, and offers skill acquisition sessions for students on baseball-related data sets and SQL.
strategies · 15
how they think
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- Advancing baseball knowledge through specialized research and dissemination research_and_disseminationThe organization fosters the research and dissemination of baseball history and records by organizing specialized research committees focused on specific areas (e.g., statistical analysis, historical eras, demographics) and by convening experts to discuss and share analytical approaches, thereby advancing the understanding and knowledge of the sport.
- Advancing baseball knowledge through specialized research and dissemination research_and_disseminationThe organization fosters the research and dissemination of baseball history and records by organizing specialized research committees, convening experts, and leveraging its expertise in statistical analysis to advance understanding of the game.
- Advancing baseball knowledge through specialized research and dissemination research_and_disseminationThe organization fosters the research and dissemination of baseball history and records by organizing specialized research committees, convening experts, and leveraging its expertise in statistical analysis to advance the understanding of the game.
- Advancing organizational initiatives through strategic partnerships and collaboration strategic_partnershipsThe organization engages in strategic relationship-building and business development, actively seeking collaborative opportunities with external organizations to support and further its mission.
- Building community among baseball enthusiasts community_buildingThe organization aims to foster friendships and fellowship among attendees at its conventions and unite baseball historians, statisticians, researchers, and general fans who share an interest in baseball.
- Building community and fostering fellowship among baseball enthusiasts community_buildingThe organization aims to unite baseball historians, statisticians, researchers, and general fans, fostering friendships and fellowship among attendees at its conventions and events.
- Building community and fostering fellowship among baseball enthusiasts community_buildingThe organization aims to unite baseball historians, statisticians, researchers, and general fans, fostering friendships and fellowship through events like its convention.
- Fostering an inclusive and diverse research community inclusive_research_environmentThe organization promotes diverse perspectives in baseball research and cultivates an inclusive environment for its members and researchers, ensuring a wide range of voices contribute to the understanding of baseball.
- Fostering an inclusive and diverse research community inclusive_research_environmentThe organization promotes diverse perspectives in baseball research and cultivates an inclusive environment for its members and researchers, ensuring a wide range of voices contribute to the understanding of baseball history and statistics.
- Leveraging a member-driven chapter model for engagement and outreach member-driven chapter modelThe organization relies on regional chapters and member volunteers to achieve its objectives, providing opportunities for members to connect, engage with baseball research, and receive updates on events through chapter announcements.
- Leveraging a member-driven chapter model for engagement and outreach member-driven chapter modelThe organization relies on regional chapters and member volunteers to achieve its objectives, providing opportunities for members to connect, engage with baseball research, and receive updates on events through chapter announcements. This decentralized approach facilitates local engagement and community building.
- Mentoring students in baseball-related fields mentorshipThe organization mentors students in baseball-related work by sponsoring clubs and initiatives, thereby nurturing the next generation of baseball researchers and professionals.
- Preserving and educating on baseball history, particularly Black baseball historical preservation and educationThe organization promotes scholarly, educational, and literary objectives related to Black baseball history through annual symposia, aiming to preserve and highlight the contributions of African-American players.
- Preserving and educating on baseball history, particularly Black baseball historical preservation and educationThe organization is committed to preserving and highlighting the contributions of African-American players and promoting scholarly, educational, and literary objectives related to Black baseball history through dedicated symposia and initiatives.
- Strategic partnerships and collaborative engagement strategic_partnershipsThe organization engages in strategic relationship-building and seeks collaborative opportunities with external organizations to advance its initiatives and mission.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Jerry Malloy Negro League Conference
Conference dedicated to the examination and promotion of Black baseball history, including educational activities and scholarships.
SABR Convention
Annual gathering for baseball fans featuring speakers, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
Yoseloff Scholarship
Scholarship program for students to attend SABR conferences, covering registration, transportation, and lodging.
relationships · 36
who they work with
- Allison Levin Partner — SABR Vice President who receives proposals for new regional chapters.
- Arizona Diamondbacks Partner — Front office staff participated in a 360 Panel at the conference.
- Arizona Diamondbacks Partner — Organizes an optional event for convention attendees to watch a game between the Cleveland Guardians and the Arizona Diamondbacks.
- Arizona State University Partner — Hosted the SABR Analytics Conference at its Downtown Phoenix Campus.
- Baker & Hostetler LLP Partner — Provides pro bono legal counsel to SABR.
- Baseball Hall of Fame Partner — Hosts the annual Frederick Ivor-Campbell 19th Century Base Ball Conference.
- Baseball Heritage Museum Partner — Includes a visit to the Baseball Heritage Museum as part of its Cleveland Baseball History bus tour.
- Cincinnati Reds Partner — Franky Mulloy, Biomechanics Manager, participated in a panel at the conference.
- Cleveland Guardians Partner — Features speakers from the Cleveland Guardians, including the President of Baseball Operations, Assistant General Manager, and Director of Research & Development, at its convention.
- Cleveland Plain Dealer Partner — Features a sports writer from the Cleveland Plain Dealer as a speaker at its convention.
- Cleveland Public Library Partner — Hosts an Open House at the Cleveland Public Library as part of its convention's social gatherings.
- College Baseball Hall of Fame Partner — Tom Jacobs, Executive Director of the College Baseball Hall of Fame, was a guest speaker at SABR Day events.
- Gary and Vicki Gillette Funder — Provide funding for complimentary registrations for local high school and college students to attend the Jerry Malloy Negro League Conference.
- International Women’s Baseball Center Partner — Collaborates to organize the annual SABR/IWBC Women in Baseball Conference.
- Los Angeles Dodgers Partner — Will Vandenberg, Research Scientist, participated in a panel at the conference.
- MLB.com Partner — David Adler, Senior Coordinator for Data and Research, spoke at the conference.
- Major League Baseball Partner — Graham Goldbeck, Product Manager, Baseball Data Platform, spoke at the conference.
- Major League Baseball Partner — Shares a resource on allyship from Major League Baseball to support inclusivity initiatives.
- McFarland & Co. Partner — Publisher of "Black Ball: A Negro Leagues Journal," which will feature photos of winning art contest entries.
- Memphis Redbirds Partner — Host of a baseball game during the Jerry Malloy Negro League Conference.
- Milwaukee Brewers Partner — Megan Stewart, Lead Strategist of Movement Solutions, participated in a panel at the conference.
- NYU Lab for Transformative Leadership Partner — Vince Gennaro from the lab spoke at the conference.
- Negro Leagues Baseball Grave Marker Project Partner — Raises funds for the project.
- Newspapers.com Partner — Provides free online access to the World Collection.
- Newspapers.com Partner — Provides online access to the World Collection for SABR members.
- Paper of Record Partner — Provides free online access to The Sporting News.
- Paper of Record Partner — Provides online access to The Sporting News for SABR members.
- Paul Partner — Point of contact for partnership and collaboration opportunities with SABR.
- ProQuest Partner — Provides free online access to the United States Collection and Historical Black Newspapers Collection.
- ProQuest Partner — Provides online access to the Historical Black Newspapers Collection for SABR members.
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