Allison Gibson

Allison Gibson is a distinguished leader in women’s soccer whose impact spans collegiate coaching, player development, and organizational leadership. As the Head Coach at Idaho State University, Allison has built a legacy of excellence, earning recognition as a three-time Big Sky Conference Coach of the Year and empowering countless female athletes to reach their fullest potential. With a USSF “A” License and the United Soccer Coaches’ Premier Diploma, she stands among the most highly accredited coaches in the game.

Allison’s 25 years on the ODP Regional Staff have made her a trusted mentor and architect of elite-level development pathways for aspiring youth players across the country. Before transitioning to the sideline, Allison competed professionally with Fujita FC Mercury in Japan, bringing invaluable international experience shaped by her standout collegiate career at Sonoma State University, where she became a two-time NCAC Player of the Year and a proud inductee into the university’s Athletics Hall of Fame. Holding a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership, Allison blends world‑class coaching expertise with strategic leadership to build strong, player‑first programs. Her passion lies in uplifting young women through the sport, cultivating confident, resilient, and ambitious athletes prepared to excel on the field and in life.