We are glad to announce the *CLADAG School 2026*, focused on the rapidly growing field of *Statistics in Sports*. This school offers a unique opportunity for PhD students, young researchers, and practitioners *to explore ADVANCED STATISTICAL METHODS AND MODELS applied to sports data.* *Program Highlights:* The curriculum features both theoretical lectures and hands-on sessions led by international experts: · *Andreas Groll (TU Dortmund)* · *Dimitris Karlis (Athens Univ. of Economics and Business)* · *Christophe Ley (Univ. of Luxembourg)* · *Ioannis Ntzoufras (Athens Univ. of Economics and Business)* · *Marica Manisera & Paola Zuccolotto (Univ. of Brescia)* *Key Details* · *Dates:* March 16 – 20, 2026 · *Location:* University of Brescia, Dept. of Economics and Management, Italy · *Coordinators:* Marica Manisera & Paola Zuccolotto *Registration & Deadlines* Participation is strictly limited to *28 participants*. Selections are made on a *first-come, first-served basis*, subject to a CV review by the Scientific Committee. *Apply Now: *https://bodai.unibs.it/bdsports/cladag-school-2026/ NOTE: Early registration fees will apply. Given the limited capacity, we strongly encourage interested candidates to submit their application and CV as soon as possible. Best regards, *The Organizing Committee* *CLADAG School 2026*