Olli Hällfors
Vaasa
Summary
Inspiring Coach bringing extensive experience guiding and mentoring athletes to reach optimum potential. Driven and high-achieving with winning-team seasons throughout career history. Passionate about mentoring athletes to build sustainable training and eating habits.
Spirited Coach committed to inspiring personal drive and self-confidence through motivational training and skills development. Employs example-based instruction style to build trust as hands-on leader and guarantee safety of activities. Believes in open, constructive communication between staff and team to set clear goals and build vision of excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach
Hockey Unterland
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Analyzed and adjusted team strategies during games to enable flexibility and maximize success.
U20 Head Coach
Hockey Team Sport Oy Vaasa
05.2018 - 04.2021
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
- Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
- Planned and facilitated team travel to games and events.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
Director of Ice Hockey
VSUA
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
Assistant Coach / Topphockey-academy Coach
Stavanger Oilers
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Assisted in creating and executing practice plans for athletes to help reach highest potential.
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Led team meetings to discuss and provide guidance to athletes on how to improve performance.
Director of Academy
Vaasa Sport Juniors
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Reduced instances of disciplinary issues by implementing a comprehensive behavior management plan across all grade levels.
- Worked collaboratively with leadership team and instructional staff to support needs of students.
Vasa Sport Juniors / U18-juniors Head Coach
Hockey Team Sport Oy Vaasa
05.2012 - 03.2016
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
Director of Ice Hockey
VSUA
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
U20 Head Coach
Hockey Team Sport Vaasa Oy
05.2010 - 04.2012
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
Ice Hockey Coach
VSUA
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to develop specialized training programs for goaltenders, forwards, and defensemen.
- Streamlined practice sessions by designing efficient training schedules that maximized ice time utilization.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, addressing concerns promptly and maintaining open lines of communication throughout the season.
- Enhanced player skills through targeted on-ice drills and off-ice conditioning programs.
- Adapted coaching techniques to accommodate varied learning styles, ensuring all players had the opportunity to understand and implement new strategies effectively.
Education
VEAT -
Suomen Urheiluopisto
Vierumäki, FinlandTCD / VAT (Top Coach’s Degree And The Pro Coach De - Ice Hockey Coaching
Suomen Urheiluopisto
Vierumäki, Finland08.2012
JVT (Icehockey Coach’s Degree) - Ice Hockey Coaching
Kuortaneen Urheiluopisto
Kuortane, Finland08.2008
NVT (Youngsters Coach’s Degree) - Ice Hockey Coaching
Suomen Urheiluopisto
Vierumäki, Finland08.2006
SVK (Club Coach’s Course) - Ice Hockey Coaching
Kuortaneen Urheiluopisto
Kuortane, FInland08.2005
Child And Youth Care, Children With Social Problem -
Vaasa Vocational School
Vaasa, Finland12.2001
Skills
- Leading group
- Public speaking
- Athlete Development
- Tactical knowledge
- Offensive and defensive strategy
- Leading practices
- Human knowledge
- Team Management
- Training and coaching
- Motivational leadership style
Accomplishments
Coached small budget and Young team, Unterland Cavaliers, two times in a row to Quarter Finals in AlpsHL, 2022-2023 and 2023-2024
Won with Unterland Cavaliers IHL Championship and Coppa Italia, 2021-2022, Won Promotion to the AlpsHL
Won Bronze medal with Vaasa Sport U20 in U20 Liiga, 2018-2019
Won Norwegian Championship with Stavanger Oilers as an Assistant coach, 2016-2017
Won Promotion to U18 Sm-Sarja with Vaasa Sport U18, 2015-2016
Won Promotion to U20 Liiga with Vaasa Sport U20, 2008-2009
Languages
Finnish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swedish
Upper intermediate (B2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports (golf, hockey, soccer, jogging, gym)
- Family (Wife and 3 children)
- Cooking
- Playing the guitar
- Music and Reading
Reference
Andreas Zelger, Unterland Cavaliers, +39 377 3488872, teamleader@hockeyunterland.com
Markus Jämsä, Hockey Team Vaasan Sport Oy, +358 50 565 9915, markus.jamsa@vaasansport.fi
Pål Higson, Stavanger Oilers, +47 916 40 977, paal@oilers.no
Tomi Haula, Puck Agency Finland Oy, +358 50 076 9961, tomi@puckagency.fi
Timeline
Head Coach
Hockey Unterland
10.2021 - 04.2024
U20 Head Coach
Hockey Team Sport Oy Vaasa
05.2018 - 04.2021
Director of Ice Hockey
VSUA
01.2018 - 01.2021
Assistant Coach / Topphockey-academy Coach
Stavanger Oilers
07.2016 - 04.2018
Director of Academy
Vaasa Sport Juniors
04.2016 - 08.2016
Vasa Sport Juniors / U18-juniors Head Coach
Hockey Team Sport Oy Vaasa
05.2012 - 03.2016
U20 Head Coach
Hockey Team Sport Vaasa Oy
05.2010 - 04.2012
Director of Ice Hockey
VSUA
01.2010 - 01.2016
Ice Hockey Coach
VSUA
01.2006 - 01.2009
VEAT -
Suomen Urheiluopisto
TCD / VAT (Top Coach’s Degree And The Pro Coach De - Ice Hockey Coaching
Suomen Urheiluopisto
JVT (Icehockey Coach’s Degree) - Ice Hockey Coaching
Kuortaneen Urheiluopisto
NVT (Youngsters Coach’s Degree) - Ice Hockey Coaching
Suomen Urheiluopisto
SVK (Club Coach’s Course) - Ice Hockey Coaching
Kuortaneen Urheiluopisto
Child And Youth Care, Children With Social Problem -
Vaasa Vocational School
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