Vanguard University

The Athlete: Michael is part of the Men's Water Polo program for the first time in 2010?a junior academically at Vanguard?also on VU's swim team...graduated from Crescenta Valley High School in La Crescenta, California in 2008?also swam at CVHS and played club hockey?has been playing water polo since his freshman year of high school?gives the Lions depth in the goalkeeper position.

The Person: Michael was born October 5, 1989, in Glendale, California?parents are Brad and Roberta?likes to eat at "Casa Bianca"?favorite TV show is "Friday Night Lights"?prefers the color blue and number 28?hobbies are soccer, surfing, snowboarding, and hockey?most respects Ben Wood?playing sports has taught him dedication.

His Thoughts: My favorite part of Vanguard is the community.

Coach Carrera's Comments: Michael is a back-up goalie who has been a nice addition to the program.