ABOUT
Albina Sports Program was founded by Phil Walden, a beloved coach and educator. Mr. Walden passion and commitment thrived from his experience as a teacher in Portland Public Schools, Superintendent of Education at the Oregon State Prison, Mt. Hood College Veteran's Education Specialist and substitute teacher in Multnomah County.
While Phil's passion was coaching basketball, football and track. He started the Albina Road-Runners track team and the Albina Sports Program to help youth achieve their athletic and academic goals.
Mr. Phil Walden quietly but effectively impacted the lives of thousands of youth from all over the city of Portland and outlining areas. His unwavering commitment and mentorship helped produce countless numbers of college graduates, coaches, professionals and community leaders.
Today, we continue to expand on the foundation that Mr. Walden developed and to continue to developing the talents of young athletes and encourage them to succeed no matter the endeavor.
Founder Phil Walden
FOUNDED
1965
ALUMNI
2000
PROGRAMS
4
ALL-AMERICANS
189
MEET THE BOARD
Leon McKenzie
Vice Chair
John Mays
Board Member
Conway McCallister
Chairman of the Board
Eric Brown
Board member
Timothy Horn
Board member
Treasurer
Gary Hollands
Board member
Interim ED
