ABEL ASSFAW
EDMONTON
Summary
Dynamic tennis coach with over 8 years of experience nurturing athlete talent through innovative training strategies and personalized coaching techniques. Transitioning into the accounting field, leveraging a strong work ethic developed while competing as a junior professional on the ITF pro circuit and coaching Division 1 tennis in the United States. Proven ability to adapt and excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring the same dedication and discipline will be applied to future professional endeavors. Committed to continuous growth and excellence, ready to bring a unique perspective to the accounting industry.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tennis Expert
Royal Glenora Club
Edmonton
10.2024 - Current
- Lead tennis programs, enhancing player skills and club reputation. Organize tournaments, boosting member engagement. Implement innovative training techniques.
- Develop tailored coaching strategies, improving player performance. Manage equipment inventory, reducing costs. Expand youth programs, increasing participation.
- Coordinate with fitness staff for holistic athlete development. Foster team spirit among instructors. Partner with local schools to promote tennis.
Lead Tennis Coach
Mountain View Tennis Academy
Mountain View, California
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Monitored strength-training programs to enhance athletic performance and reduce injury risk
- Enhanced results by optimizing players' form and technique
- Prepared tennis players for competitions through rigorous practice schedules and conditioning plans
- Assessed individual player's strengths and weaknesses to provide personalized coaching. Developed tailored strength-training regimens, enhancing player performance and minimizing injury risks. Implemented strategic practice schedules for competition readiness.
Assistant Head Coach
Stony Brook University
Setauket-East Setauket, New York
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Communicated frequently with other coaches, management teams and parents
- Developed recruitment strategy and network according to team plan and regulatory guidelines
- Oversaw out-of-season conditioning program for athletes
- Determined needs and managed coach assignment schedule.
Tennis Coach/Director of High Performance
Sportime/JOHN MCENROE TENNIS ACADEMY
Kings Park, New York
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Explained and demonstrated basic tennis techniques to team members
- Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage
- Promoted positive environment for all athletes, which helped to diminish stress and increase enthusiasm
- Held position of Director of High performance
- Had client tale of over 16 weekly private lessons.
Assistant Head Tennis Coach
Camps Equinunk And Blue Ridge
Equinunk
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Explained and demonstrated basic tennis techniques to team members
- Taught proper physical conditioning for maximum endurance, health and safety
- Coached established tennis players in advanced game techniques and competition strategies
- Expanded professional knowledge and expertise through annual coaches' clinic participation.
Assistant General Manager
Elolam Power Transformer
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs across departments.
- Led team training initiatives to improve staff performance and adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed strategic plans for inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and reducing waste.
- Analyzed market trends to inform product development and positioning strategies for new transformer lines.
- This was a family run business and helped with operations producing Electric power transformers which we would then deliver to the Ethiopian government.
Tennis Coach
Vandermeer Tennis Academy
Hilton Head Island
06.2016 - 10.2019
- Established the Adult and Quickstart program part time as Fulltime Academy Student.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting, Legal Studies in Business
Macewan University
Edmonton, AB05.2026
Skills
- Leadership (Experienced), Communication, Tennis (Expert), Physical Fitness (Experienced), Emotional Intelligence, Player Development, Academic Support, Training Plans
- My career in professional tennis and coaching has given me a strong foundation in leadership, work ethic and believe it will give me a leg up in my professional career transition
Accomplishments
- 5.0 NTRP rating
- Won State championship
- Played ITF tournaments
- Played professional Soccer in Ethiopia
LANGUAGES
English (Native).
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Limited Working
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Tennis Scholarship Vandermeer Tennis Academy Jun 2016 - Oct 2019
Interests
FInancial accounting budgeting, Golf and Soccer
HOBBIES
Running, Chess and Hockey
Timeline
Tennis Expert
Royal Glenora Club
10.2024 - Current
Lead Tennis Coach
Mountain View Tennis Academy
09.2023 - 03.2024
Assistant Head Coach
Stony Brook University
02.2023 - 09.2023
Assistant Head Tennis Coach
Camps Equinunk And Blue Ridge
06.2022 - 08.2022
Tennis Coach/Director of High Performance
Sportime/JOHN MCENROE TENNIS ACADEMY
06.2021 - 09.2023
Assistant General Manager
Elolam Power Transformer
03.2020 - 09.2020
Tennis Coach
Vandermeer Tennis Academy
06.2016 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting, Legal Studies in Business
Macewan University