Vanguard University

The Athlete: Joseph joins the Blue and Gold for the inaugural water polo season this fall?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 "Cousin's Ranch"?watches "The Office" on television?favorite color is blue and number is 11?likes going to the beach and hanging with friends?most respects his grandpa?loves the Bible passage Proverbs 4:4-6?has learned that life can get hard but to keep going?career goal is to be successful.

His Thoughts: I love the community at Vanguard.

Coach Carrera's Comments: Joe was already a VU student last year. He was one of the first people I met and has been a great addition to the program.