My Story

I am currently in 8th grade, and I started playing water polo for my school and club last year. What began as trying something new quickly turned into a passion. In just over a year, I’ve worked hard to improve my skills by attending practices, competing in tournaments, and pushing myself to get better every time I’m in the pool. Being selected for NTSC means a lot to me and motivates me to keep working toward my goals.

This opportunity is especially meaningful because I only recently started playing the sport. I’ve grown a lot through dedication, listening to my coaches, and putting in the effort both in and out of the water.

Why I Love Water Polo

I love water polo because it’s one of the only sports where it’s totally normal to wrestle people while swimming. I like battling for position, getting stronger, and pushing myself in the water. It’s tough, competitive, and a lot of fun, even when I’m tired.

Why Your Support Matters

I am the second of five boys, and my family works hard to support all of us in pursuing our interests and opportunities. The costs for travel, lodging, and camp fees for national-level events add up quickly, especially for a big family. Your support will help make it possible for me to attend the National Team Selection Camp and continue growing in the sport I love.

Any contribution, big or small, truly makes a difference. Your support not only helps with expenses, but also motivates me to keep working hard, getting stronger, and chasing my goals.

Looking Ahead

This page will stay with me throughout the 2026 ODP season, including NTSC and future Pipeline experiences. If I’m selected for additional training camps or international competitions, I’ll continue updating my journey here as I work toward the next level. My goal is to keep improving, rewpresent my team and community well, and take advantage of every opportunity to learn from this experience. 

Join My Team

If you’d like to be part of my journey, I would truly appreciate your support. Every contribution big or small helps me continue growing and taking advantage of these opportunities. Mahalo for your encouragement and for being part of my journey both in and out of the water.