Vanguard University

The Athlete: Joseph is back in the Blue and Gold for his sophomore campaign?was a VU student prior to joining the squad?member of VU's swimming team?graduated from Chaffey High School in Ontario, California?played for Coach Will Renesin at CHS?was named Best Offensive player, first-team all-league?also earned academic honors as well?led his water polo and swim team to the league title?lefty with good speed?good size?gives VUSC depth and talent.

The Person: Joseph Daniel was born to parents Bob and Janet on July 24, 1990?born in Ontario, California?has two older brothers, including Tim, his current VU teammate, and one older sister?nickname is "Joe"?likes to eat at "Lucille's"?favorite movie is "Boondock Saints" and TV show is "Psych" ?loves the Bible passage Proverbs 4:4-6?favorite color is blue and number is 11?likes going to the beach and hanging with friends?thinks that being trustworthy is the most important characteristic for a person to have?most respects his grandpa Joe because he was a true gentleman.?water polo has taught him strength and courage?career goal is to become a teacher.

His Thoughts: My favorite thing about Vanguard is my friends.