My name is Ethan Allen, and I'm a 15-year-old water polo player from Elmhurst IL, proudly representing the Midwest. I'm incredibly honored to share that I've been selected to represent Team USA U16 on an international training trip to Belgrade, Serbia this summer as part of the USA Water Polo Olympic Development Program. Earlier this year, I was selected to represent the Midwest at the National ODP Tournament in Livermore, California (March 14-16). Following the tournament, I was recognized as one of the top performers nationwide and invited to attend the National Team Selection Camp in Orange County, California (April 25-27). After an intense and rewarding weekend of training and competition, I was chosen as one of just 15 athletes from across the country to join Team USA on this international experience. I'm truly humbled to represent the Midwest and the United States at this level. This journey would not be possible without the constant support of my coaches, teammates, family, and community -I'm incredibly grateful. As a reminder, USA Water Polo is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and donations toward this opportunity are tax-deductible. Thank you all so much for your continued encouragement and support! - Ethan Allen