Support My Journey to Team USA – and Beyond

Hi friends and family! As you may have heard, I’ve been selected to participate in USA Water Polo’s Olympic Development Program (ODP) and the 2026 National Team Selection Camp (NTSC). This opportunity brings me closer to my goal of competing at the highest level—and representing Team USA. This is a huge accomplishment for me and I would be so very grateful if anyone could contribute even a little bit!

Why this matters to me

My Story

Water polo has become a huge part of my life. Through the sport, I’ve learned discipline, teamwork, and how to push myself every day to improve.  I’ve built incredible friendships and grown both in and out of the pool – and I’m excited and hopeful to continue that journey at the next level.

Why I Love Water Polo

I love water polo because it challenges me to be my best every day and teaches me how to be a better teammate. I get to go to practice multiple times a week and see all of my friends! Throughout the many years I have played, I have made many strong friendships and I have learned an grown in so many ways!

Why Your Support Matters

As part of this journey, I’m raising support to help fund training for me to get better and better at the sport, amazing coaching opportunities, and development opportunities – both for me and for other athletes working toward their goals.  Your support directly helps make opportunities like this possible.

Looking Ahead

This page will stay with me throughout the 2026 ODP season, including NTSC (National Team Selection Camp) 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.

Join My Team

If you'd like to be part of my journey, I would truly appreciate your support.  Every contribution – big or small – makes a difference.  Thank you for being part of my journey and my team.

My Team of Supporters

  • Matthew Sandler 1 week ago $104.00
  • Ginny Friedman 3 weeks ago $52.00
  • Lauren Stern We are so proud of you Syd! Keep reaching for the stars. We love you tons. xoxo- The Sterns 3 weeks ago $78.00
  • Alan Scott Mayer Syd, so proud of you and your spirit.  Keep up the good work, we are all proud of you… Uncle Scott  3 weeks ago $260.00
  • Amy Eisenmann Way to go Sydney!!  3 weeks ago $104.00
  • Austin Rule 3 weeks ago $52.00
  • Jeana Lissauer 4 weeks ago $156.00
  • Susan Sandler So Proud of you!! 4 weeks ago $260.00
  • Lauren Nuccio So proud of you Syd!! Go kill it!  4 weeks ago $52.00
  • anthony warburg 4 weeks ago $260.00
  • Alan Scott Mayer Syd, so proud of you and your spirit.  Keep up the good work, we are all proud of you… Uncle Scott  3 weeks ago $260.00
  • Susan Sandler So Proud of you!! 4 weeks ago $260.00
  • anthony warburg 4 weeks ago $260.00
  • Matthew Liebman Go Syd Go !!!! 4 weeks ago $260.00
  • Jason N Gershwin Go Syd Go!! Love, The Gershwins 4 weeks ago $187.20
  • Jeana Lissauer 4 weeks ago $156.00
  • Matthew Sandler 1 week ago $104.00
  • Amy Eisenmann Way to go Sydney!!  3 weeks ago $104.00
  • Tara Rule We’re so proud of you syd! Love you! <3 4 weeks ago $104.00
  • Brian Sandler Go Syd! We are so proud of you! 4 weeks ago $104.00

Help me reach my goal

$2,293.20

achieved

$1,475.00

goal

of your goal reached