Marian Gabas

Work History

FK Slovan Levice

Levice, Slovakia

01.2024 - 07.2025

Developed a new game model for the club and training programs to boost players' skills and expand their positive experiences.
Collaborate on creating and enhancing club-specific culture.
Developed innovative game model and training programs to enhance player skills and experiences.
Worked alongside technical advisor for club, previous director of FC Barcelona Academy.
Mentored 30 semi-professional club coaches and 14 youth teams on a daily basis, promoting leadership development and team cohesion.
Collaborated in fostering club-specific culture to strengthen community engagement.
Monitored staff performance, addressing issues promptly to maintain high standards.
Head coach of the men's team competing in the country's third tier.
Coordinated inter-departmental communication to streamline workflow processes.
Facilitated regular stakeholder meetings to address progress and challenges.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Monitored staff performance, addressing issues promptly.
Provided leadership during organizational change and crisis situations.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

BC Soccer

Burnaby, British Columbia

05.2023 - 12.2023

Head coach of the teams at the ID camp for U17 and U18 selected players throughout BCSPL.
Provided feedback and evaluation of players during the camp, created positive team environment for the players to enhance their playing abilities.
Fostered a positive and inclusive team culture by promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among athletes, creating a supportive and motivating environment for optimal performance.

Mountain United/Burnaby FC

Burnaby, BC

03.2020 - 12.2023

Head coach for boys Intake U13 and U15-U17 teams, driving player development and team success.
Developed innovative training programs to enhance technical skills and tactical understanding.
Conducted individual assessments to identify players' improvement areas and tailor coaching strategies.
Organized tournaments and friendly matches, overseeing logistics for seamless event execution.
Promoted players to higher levels, including Provincial Programs and Whitecaps FC MLS Academy.

North Vancouver FC

North Vancouver

04.2018 - 03.2023

Created and implemented appropriate session plans following club's game model
Oversighted High Performance Programs for U9-U12 age groups
Mentored and coached volunteer coaches, providing guidance and support to enhance their technical skills, resulting in a highly skilled and cohesive team
Developed and implemented training programs to enhance performance for athletes of all skill levels, resulting in improved technical and tactical abilities and overall team and player's success.

Whitecaps FC

Vancouver, BC

07.2017 - 08.2022

Coordinated and supervised daily training sessions, providing individualized instruction and feedback to athletes to promote skill development and growth
Evaluated athletes' progress and skill level through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and developing targeted drills and exercises to address specific weaknesses
Fostered a positive and inclusive team culture by promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among athletes, creating a supportive and motivating environment for optimal performance.

West Vancouver Football Club

West Vancouver, BC

04.2014 - 03.2021

Head coach for the Metro U13-U17 Teams, which achieved multiple awards and winnings at the tournaments and promoted multiple players into the higher level.
Age Group Technical Coordinator for the U11-U18 age groups.
Developed and implemented customized training programs, conducted individual, group coaching sessions, and workshops for the club coaches to support their professional growth.
Collaborated with executive leadership to identify and address training needs, leading to the successful rollout of new programs suited for the players and enhanced quality of the academy programs.

FC Barcelona Academy

Vancouver, BC

07.2015 - 12.2019

Fostered a positive and motivating learning environment for athletes following FC Barcelona Training Methodology through personalized instruction and feedback, resulting in increased player confidence and skill development
Selected for being a Head coach for the U10 and U12 teams participated at annual FCB World Cup in Barcelona in 2016 and 2018
Participated at the coaches' development sessions guided by Barça Academy and La Masia Methodology Department educators
Oversaw assistant coaches, providing guidance and mentorship to support their professional growth and enhance overall coaching effectiveness.