Abdisalman Abdi
Olentangy Liberty High School
Columbus
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
High school coach with experience leading practices, building game plans, and improving athlete performance through technical coaching, physical conditioning, and safety-focused training.
Work History
High School Coach
1 Year 4 Months- Instructed student-athletes on fundamentals, conditioning, and sport-specific techniques.
- Evaluated player performance during practices and games to adjust coaching approaches.
- Implemented game strategies that supported team execution and in-game decision-making.
- Planned practice sessions aligned with team goals, skill development, and competition preparation.
- Monitored athlete safety, enforcing training standards and proper equipment use.
- Organized drills, lineups, and event logistics to maintain efficient team operations.
Head Coach
5 Months- Evaluated player performance to refine lineups, formations, and game-day strategies.
- Directed training sessions to improve tactical discipline, technical execution, and match readiness.
- Coordinated practice plans aligned with season goals, opponent analysis, and squad development.
- Managed game-day operations, ensuring organized substitutions, sideline communication, and tactical adjustments.
Head Coach
6 Months- Developed practice plans aligned with competition goals and player development needs.
- Evaluated athlete performance and provided corrective feedback to strengthen skill execution.
- Coordinated match-day preparations, ensuring roster readiness, equipment, and team communication.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and training techniques.
Assistant Coach
6 Months- Instructed athletes on technical skills, tactical positioning, and game awareness.
- Monitored player performance during training, providing clear feedback and corrections.
- Organized drills that improved fitness, coordination, and team communication.
- Supported head coach with session planning, player development, and match-day preparation.
- Assisted with lineup decisions, substitutions, and sideline adjustments during matches.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
Education
Associate of Science - Aviation Management
Skills
Recruitment strategies
Game tactics
Athlete conditioning
Injury prevention
Physical conditioning
Youth sports coach
Youth mentor
Effective communication
Written communication
Safety awareness
Team development
Athlete mentorship
Certification
- Licensed ussf - grassroots license
- Licensed ussf - D license (in prograss)
Timeline
High School Coach
Olentangy Liberty High School
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
Head Coach
Columbus Lions FC
03.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Head Coach
Club Ohio
12.2024 - 06.2025Read More
Assistant Coach
Inter Columbus FC
02.2024 - 08.2024Read More
Columbus State Community College
Associate of Science from Aviation Management
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