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December 29, 2007
London paper reports on Beane's English excursion
Way back in October, we noted that Oakland A's GM Billy Beane was scheduled to speak at a conference in London titled, "The Future of Football." Although we didn't have the opportunity to fly over and see his presentation first hand, The Guardian covers it today.
In London last month, Beane gave a masterclass presentation of his ideas to a panel at the 'Future of Football' conference. Among those who listened attentively to his views on the future of talent scouting in English football were (Sir Alex) Ferguson, Allardyce, Martin O'Neill, Alan Curbishley, Howard Wilkinson and the recently departed Fulham manager Lawrie Sanchez. In the audience were more club managers, owners and agents.
The story details Beane's approach, how he applies it to baseball, and how it might be applied to soccer. Definitely worth a click.
Posted by Jay at December 29, 2007 07:16 PM