Sam Thacker

Sam Thacker is a seasoned performance analyst with extensive experience in football analytics, currently serving as a First Team Analyst at Tottenham Hotspur Football Club since November 2021. Previous roles include Mens U18s Analyst at The Football Association and 1st Team Assistant Analyst at Norwich City Football Club. Sam's analytical journey began at Derby County Football Club, where contributions as both a 1st Team Performance Analyst and Intern spanned five years. Additional experience includes internships at Cardiff City Football Club, Barnsley Football Club, and Newcastle United Football Club, focusing on live capture, video analysis, and performance coding using various software. Sam holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports and Exercise Science from Northumbria University.