Patrick Bender
Hendersonville,TN
Summary
Driven and disciplined Data Analyst student with strong proficiency in Python, R, and Excel, and hands-on experience in statistical modeling and data visualization through personal projects. Former NCAA Collegiate Baseball player with 3.5 years of competitive athletics, demonstrating resilience, leadership, and the ability to balance demanding commitments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baseball Coach
Blues Baseball Club
Cottontown, TN
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Coached youth players, developing skills, teamwork, and game strategies.
- Analyzed player performance and provided feedback to optimize training outcomes.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills in a high-responsibility role.
Statisitician
Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Recorded and maintained accurate, real-time game statistics (hits, runs, outs, errors, pitching data) for official NJCAA records.
- Managed complex, time-sensitive data with precision, supporting team strategy and performance analysis.
- Developed strong attention to detail, data organization, and analytical reporting skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN05-2026
Associate of Science - Pre-Engineering
Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN05-2023
Skills
Technical Skills:
- Programming: Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Statsmodels), R
- Data Analysis & Visualization: SQL, Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, charts), Regression Modeling, Statistical Analysis
Soft Skills:
- Leadership & Teamwork
- Communication & Collaboration
Personal Project
ML & Statistical Analysis of MLB Pitching Performance (2025)
- Collected and processed 2024 MLB pitching data via a baseball statistics API, analyzing player performance metrics including xERA, velocity, and pitch type distribution.
- Built multiple linear regression models to evaluate the relationship between pitch characteristics and expected ERA, using Statsmodels OLS.
- Conducted correlation analysis and visualized data with heatmaps to identify key factors influencing pitching performance.
- Applied partial regression and influence plots to assess model assumptions and detect outliers, improving model interpretability and reliability.
- Gained insights into how pitch velocity, type, and location contribute to overall pitcher effectiveness.
Certification
- IBM Data Analyst
Timeline
Baseball Coach
Blues Baseball Club
05.2023 - 08.2024
Statisitician
Walters State Community College
02.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Associate of Science - Pre-Engineering
Walters State Community College