Rob Vollman

Rob Vollman is an author, speaker, consultant, and a pioneer in hockey analytics. His innovations have influenced how hockey teams are built and how the game is covered, contributing to Stanley Cup and Gold Medal wins. He was first published in 2001 and has since co-authored several books and authored his own "Hockey Abstract" series. Vollman is known for presenting complex hockey analytics in clear, humorous, and entertaining terms. He has written numerous columns for hockey websites and made many media appearances on radio, TV, and podcasts. He organized the first grassroots hockey analytics conference in Calgary in 2014, which sparked a movement with annual events in other cities. Vollman is based in Calgary, Alberta, and is considered a trusted and entertaining voice in the field, helping to bring hockey analytics into the mainstream.