Archer Guanco
Head of Data Analysis
Translating complex pitch data and player metrics into actionable insights.
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Head of Data Analysis at Detroit City FC, passionate about leveraging data to optimize on field performance and drive smarter player recruitment decisions.
Analyzing, assessing and translating performance metrics to technical staff. Turning advanced metrics and algorithims into actionable insights.
Selected Work
Player Data Report
A structured report translating player performance data into clear, decision-ready insights for technical and recruitment staff.
College Player Wyscout Analysis Generator
An analysis framework designed to evaluate NCAA career trends and organizational fit, using broad national percentiles, bayesian inference and a decay to account for entire collegiate careers.
Experience & Education
Head of Data Analysis
Detroit City FC
Leading the technical data department to integrate advanced metrics into recruitment and match preparation. Including research, managing vendor relationships, and delivering actionable reports to the technical staff daily.
Operations and Technical Analyst
Detroit City FC
Focused on player development, scouting, and competitive analysis. Supported the technical staff with data driven insights.
USLW Squad Assistant Coach
Detroit City FC
'24 Great Lakes Division & Central Conference Champions. '24 National Semifinalists. '25 Great Lakes Division. Assisted with tactical planning, recruitment, and performance analysis.
Sporting Intern
Detroit City FC
Reported to first team Technical staff and Sporting Director. Assisted with scouting workflows and data analysis.
Education
Graduate Certificate, Sports Analytics
Michigan State University
Focused on statistical modeling, data visualization, and AI.
Bachelor's degree, Sports Management and Journalism
Michigan State University
Activities: MSU Sports Management program, The State News, Future Leaders In Sports and Entertainment.
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I am always open to discussing football, data partnerships, analytics trends, or potential collaborations.
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