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Randy Waldrum background
Randy Marlon Waldrum is an American former professional football player and he is the current head coach of the University of Pittsburgh Panthers women's soccer team and the Nigeria women's national team, Super Falcons.
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Waldrum received all-district honours throughout his four years at Midwestern State University, graduating in 1981 with a degree in Physical Education and a minor in Political Science.
He subsequently played professionally for the Los Angeles Skyhawks and the Indianapolis Daredevils in the American Soccer League.
Randy Waldrum Profile
Full name: Randy Marlon Waldrum
Birth date: September 25, 1956
Nationality: United States of America
Place of birth: Irving, Texas, United States
Age: 67 years old (as of 2024)
Profession: Coach
Marital status: Married
Children: One
How old is Randy Waldrum? (Randy Waldrum age)
Randy Waldrum is 67 years old as of August 2024.
21:42 - 29.06.2023
We're not prepared — Trouble in Super Falcons camp as Waldrum and NFF trade words
Super Falcons are bound for the 2023 FIFA World Cup but there is fire on the mountain in the team's camp following a war of words between coach Randy Waldrum and his employers, the NFF.
Randy Waldrum Career
Randy Waldrum has had a prolific coaching career spanning several decades and institutions. His journey began in 1982 at Austin College, where he led the men's soccer team.
Subsequently, he held coaching positions at Texas Wesleyan University, the University of Tulsa, Baylor University, and the University of Notre Dame.
Waldrum's most notable achievements came during his tenure at Notre Dame, where he led the women's soccer team to two national championships in 2004 and 2010.
His coaching experience extended beyond the collegiate level. He was the first head coach of the Houston Dash in the National Women's Soccer League and also had a brief stint as the head coach of the Trinidad and Tobago women's national team.
14:39 - 04.08.2024
I’m seriously a no.9 — Michelle Alozie sends message to Randy Waldrum after Super Falcons’ Olympics stinker
Alozie has made no secret of her preferred role on the pitch after Super Falcons’ exit from the Olympics.
Interestingly, Waldrum's relationship with the Nigerian women's national team, Super Falcons has been surrounded with different opinions. He was initially offered the head coach position in 2017 but declined.
However, in a surprising turn of events, he was appointed to the same role in 2020. Currently, Waldrum continues to balance his coaching responsibilities with the Super Falcons and the University of Pittsburgh Panthers women's soccer team.
Randy Waldrum's football career
Randy Waldrum primarily played as a midfielder during his football career. His versatility allowed him to take on different roles within the midfield, contributing both defensively and offensively.
20:10 - 31.07.2024
Paris 2024: Nigeria eliminated despite spirited fight to stay in Olympic race
Spain and Japan progressed automatically after the world champions beat Brazil 2-0 in the other group fixture.
He played college soccer at Midwestern State University in Texas, and played professionally for the Los Angeles Skyhawks and the Indianapolis Daredevils in the American Soccer League, earning all-district honours over his four-year career before graduating in 1981.
After his playing career, Waldrum transitioned into coaching, where he has made significant contributions to the sport, particularly in women's soccer.
Randy Waldrum as Super Falcons' Coach
Randy Waldrum's contract as head coach of the Super Falcons will expire after the Paris 2024 Olympics.
He was appointed on October 5, 2020. His contract, originally set to end on October 31, 2023, was extended in January 2024 to include WAFCON Morocco 2024 and the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Nigeria was eliminated from the Paris 2024 Olympics Women’s Football Tournament in France without winning any of their three group matches.
How much does Randy Waldrum earn? (Randy Waldrum salary)
According to several reports, Randy Waldrum earns around $10,000 monthly as the coach of the Super Falcons.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Randy Waldrum earned $325,000 annually as the coach at the University of Pittsburgh.
Who is Randy Waldrum's Wife?
Waldrum's wife Dianna has one son, Ben, who played professional football as well for the A-League’s El Paso Patriots and the MISL’s Dallas Sidekicks.
From 2003 to 2007, Ben also served as an assistant coach on his father's staff at Notre Dame.