About Us

Founded in 2002, Rose Bowl Water Polo is a Pasadena-based nonprofit dedicated to developing young athletes into confident, well-rounded individuals. For more than 20 years, we have built a tradition of excellence—growing into a nationally recognized program that develops not only skilled water polo players, but scholar-athletes who thrive in the pool, the classroom, and their communities.

We offer year-round programs for boys and girls ages 4 and up, creating a fun, challenging, and supportive environment for athletes of all experience levels. From first-time players to competitive high school athletes, our training emphasizes strong fundamentals, advanced skill development, and a deep understanding of the game. Along the way, we foster confidence, leadership, and sportsmanship that extend far beyond the pool.

Our athletes benefit from collegiate-level coaching, led by current and former NCAA Division I coaches alongside a passionate and experienced staff committed to every athlete’s growth.

Whether you’re just discovering the sport or striving to compete at the highest level, Rose Bowl Water Polo provides a clear pathway for development—while building lifelong friendships and achieving peak physical fitness.

Meet the Coaches

Pat Beemer

Head Coach

Michael Gonzales

Technical Director and 14U/16U Boys

Ashley Walker

Preteams Head Coach

Gilbert Millanes

Director of Girls Programming and 14U/16U Girls

Martin Ortega-Jennison

18U/16U Boys

Keegan Engstrom

18U Boys

Griffin Engstrom

16U Boys

Jassmine Kezman

16U Girls

Santiago Bernal

14U Boys

Sumiko Rudisky

14U Girls

Marissa Whitby

14U Boys

Porsche Double

12U Girls

Trevor Campbell

12U Boys

Lucas Quinn

12U Boys

Makayla Graham

10U CoEd

Xavier Turla

10U CoEd

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