About the Columbus River Dragons
The Columbus River Dragons, members of the Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL) since 2019, are a professional hockey team located in Columbus, Georgia. We pride ourselves on providing an elite, high-energy hockey experience for our fans while maintaining a strong culture of professionalism, accountability, and team-first values behind the scenes.
Position Summary
The Columbus River Dragons are looking for a Hockey Statistician Intern to help track and manage player and team data throughout the 2025-26 FPHL season. This is an on-site role that requires attendance at all home games. You'll work closely with the coaching staff and others to support performance analysis and team strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend all home games to track advanced statistics (zone entries/exits, shot location, time on ice, etc.)
- Input postgame data into spreadsheets or tracking systems
- Assist with preparing weekly statistical breakdowns for coaches and players
- Maintain an organized stats database for ongoing season analysis
Ideal Qualifications
- Strong understanding of hockey stats, both traditional and advanced
- Proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets; bonus if familiar with Tableau, R, or Python
- Dependable and professional on-site, especially on game days
- Good communicator, responsive via Slack, email, or shared platforms
What You’ll Gain
- Real-world experience in a fast-paced, professional hockey environment
- Involvement in player development and team preparation
- A strong foundation in hockey analytics and operations
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
