Terah Skillings

I’m currently pursuing a Master’s in Data Science, building on a foundation in Applied Mathematics and a commitment to competitive athletics. After graduating early to continue my collegiate lacrosse career, I moved into sports analytics, spending nearly 2 years at a startup focused on data-driven sports predictions. That experience sharpened my ability to tackle specialized, high-stakes problems and solidified my interest in connecting complex modeling with real organizational impact.

I am broadening my skills as a Business Strategy Intern with the Nashville Predators. In this role, I apply quantitative thinking to the professional sports industry, interpreting data to strategic insights for the NHL's top fan base. My technical skills include R, Python, and SQL. I’m continuing to grow by working through the “messy” side of data engineering to ensure analyses are both reliable and actionable.

My academic work closely mirrors my professional interests. I’m currently exploring ACL rehabilitation data to analyze recovery plateaus. My project reflects both my technical training and my perspective as a student-athlete. I aim to combine startup agility, professional sports strategy, and mathematical rigor to lead data-driven initiatives that reshape how organizations evaluate athlete potential and operational efficiency.