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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for basketball statistician in Iowa is $81,642.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $92,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Basketball Statistician Do?

Basketball statisticians record and report data from basketball games and analyze past information on players and teams for their employer. They may work for a single team, sports agency, news organization, or another sports organization that tracks basketball statistics. The information you document may include how many points or errors each player makes in the game, the score at the end of each quarter, and when players are traded into or out of the game. You may travel with the team to collect information live during each game or you may watch a live or recorded broadcast of the game. Some sports statisticians examine the record of players to help coaches determine who should be in their starting lineup. Most basketball statisticians focus on the college and professional levels, though some may follow high school teams to help schools decide which athletes to recruit.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Basketball Statistician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Basketball Statistician, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of basketball rules and gameplay, often supported by a background in mathematics, statistics, or sports management. Familiarity with data entry software, real-time stat tracking systems, and spreadsheet applications like Microsoft Excel or StatCrew is typical. Excellent concentration, communication, and teamwork help ensure accurate data collection and effective collaboration with coaches, officials, and media. These abilities are crucial for delivering reliable statistics that inform coaching decisions, enhance broadcasts, and support athletic program analysis.

How does a basketball statistician typically collaborate with coaches and analysts during and after games?

Basketball statisticians work closely with coaches and analysts by providing accurate, real-time data on player and team performance during games. This information helps coaching staff make informed decisions regarding player rotations, strategies, and adjustments. After games, statisticians compile detailed reports and breakdowns, which analysts use to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement. Effective communication and attention to detail are crucial for ensuring that the data collected translates into actionable insights for the team's success.

What are basketball statisticians?

Basketball statisticians are professionals who collect, analyze, and record data related to basketball games. They track player and team performance metrics such as points, rebounds, assists, turnovers, and shooting percentages during live games or from recorded footage. Their work provides valuable insights for coaches, players, analysts, and fans. Statisticians may work for teams, leagues, sports associations, or media outlets, ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Their contributions help inform game strategies, player evaluations, and the broader basketball community.
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Infographic showing various Basketball Statistician job openings in Iowa as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 22% Full Time, 68% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 66% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 32% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,642 per year, or $39.3 per hour.

Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

Saydel Community School District

Des Moines, IA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Coaching
Date Posted:
4/30/2026
Location:
Woodside Middle School
Date Available:
7/1/2026
Middle School Girls Basketball Coach
Leading either the 7th or 8th grade team
Reports to: The Head Coach, in conjunction with the Activity Director and respective principal.
Supervises: Athletes and team assigned to them and assumes supervisory control over all athletes in the program when such control is needed.
Job Goal: To carry out the aims and objectives of the sport program as outlined by the Head Coach. To instruct athletes in individual and team fundamentals, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Has a thorough knowledge of all athletic policy approved by the Saydel Board of Education and is responsible for its implementation.
2. Has a knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations; implements same consistently.
3. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels. Coach is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.
4. Maintains discipline and works to increase moral and cooperation within the school sports program.
Administrative Duties:
1. Assists the head coach in scheduling, providing transportation and requirements for tournaments and special sports events.
2. Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and school employees.
3. Provides documentation to Athletic Director, fulfill state and system requirements, concerning physical examinations, parental consent, and eligibility at sub-varsity level.
4. Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment sites.
Student Responsibilities:
1. Provides training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
2. By his/her presence at all practices, games, and while traveling, provides assistance, guidance, and safeguards for each participant.
3. Directs student mangers, assistants, and statisticians.
4. Determines discipline, delegates procedures concerning due process when the enforcement of discipline is necessary and contacts parents when a student is dropped or becomes ineligible.
Equipment and Facilities:
1. Is accountable to the head coach for all equipment and collects the cost of any equipment lost or not returned. Arranges for issuing and storing of equipment and submits to the head coach annual inventory and current records concerning same.
2. Recommends to the head coach budgetary items for next year in his area of sport.
3. Monitors equipment rooms and coaches' offices, authorizes who may enter issue or requisition equipment.
4. Permits the athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times.
5. Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility. Coach is responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of specific sport equipment.
6. Secure all doors, lights, windows and locks before leaving building if custodians are not on duty.
7. Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use.
Program Responsibilities:
1. Assists the head coach in carrying out their responsibilities.
2. Makes press releases and school announcements.
3. Instructs team members as to changes in the rules and teaches fundamentals of the sport as outlined by the head coach.
4. Maintains a record of team statistics and requirements for lettering.
5. Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the head coach.
6. Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach.
7. Arrives early enough to practice, contests and meetings to adequately prepare and remains long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
8. Helps in the planning and implementation of both in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight room programs.
9. Never criticizes, admonishes or argues with head coach or any staff member within eyes or ears of players or parents.
10. Strives to improve skills by attending clinics and using resources made available by the head coach.
11. When possible, will attend most of the contests of other teams in program.
12. Performs such other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and that may be requested by the head coach.
13. Hold a parent meeting prior to the start of games for your season

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