Peter Abe

Growing up and currently residing in Irvine, California, Coach Peter Abe graduated from Irvine High School in 2001 before earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from California State University, Fullerton in 2005. Currently holding a Physical Education Teaching Credential, Peter also completed his Master of Arts degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration in 2010 at Concordia University. Peter has spent his career teaching Physical Education, Video Productions, and Study Skills while Coaching Football and Track & Field at every level of High School and the Youth Level in either Head and/or Assistant Coach position(s).

After teaching and coaching stints at Irvine High, South Lake Middle, and Villa Park High Schools, Coach transitioned into the role as a member of the inaugural Leadership/Planning Team that worked to open Portola High School in 2016, where he currently serves as the Athletic Director and Head Football Coach.