Daniel Villarreal
About Daniel Villarreal
Daniel Villarreal serves as the Video & Analytics Coordinator for the Washington Mystics and has been involved in basketball operations since 2016. He holds a Master's Degree in Sports Industry Management from Georgetown University and has a diverse background in coaching, analytics, and video operations across various organizations.
Work at MONUMENTAL
Daniel Villarreal currently serves as the Washington Mystics Video & Analytics Coordinator at Monumental Sports & Entertainment, a position he has held since 2018. He has accumulated significant experience within the organization, previously working as a WNBA Washington Mystics Basketball/Video Operations Intern in 2016 and as a consultant for Analytics/Video for the Mystics in 2017. Additionally, he interned with the NBA Washington Wizards as a Basketball Operations Intern from 2016 to 2017, and held a Senior Sales Intern position with the Wizards in 2016. His roles have focused on video operations and analytics, contributing to the overall performance and strategy of the teams.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Villarreal holds a Master’s Degree in Sports Industry Management from Georgetown University, which he completed in 2016. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of Southern California, graduating in 2012. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in sports management and analytics, which he applies in his current role in basketball operations.
Background
Before his career in sports analytics, Daniel Villarreal worked as an 8th Grade Math Teacher with Teach For America from 2013 to 2015 in the Greater Los Angeles Area. His earlier experiences include various internships, such as a Store Management Intern at Macy's in 2012 and a position with UCLA Athletics as Women's Basketball Video Support Staff from 2017 to 2018. These diverse roles have contributed to his understanding of both educational and athletic environments.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Daniel Villarreal has gained extensive experience in basketball operations and video analytics. His work with the Washington Mystics and Wizards has allowed him to develop skills in video support and analytics, which are crucial for team performance. His involvement in various internships and roles within Monumental Sports & Entertainment showcases his commitment to advancing in the sports industry.