BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Long Island University President Dr. Kimberly R. Cline, in conjunction with LIU Athletics Director Dr. William E. Martinov Jr., announced the addition of men’s water polo to the athletics department, with immediate recruitment and competition slated to begin in 2022-23.
A national search for a head coach will begin immediately.
“We are thrilled to be adding men’s water polo to the sport opportunities for our student-athletes,” Martinov said. “Coach Gabby Juarez and her women’s water polo team have had great success in Brooklyn, winning a MAAC (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference) regular season championship in their second season, which has been a great experience for our entire Shark family. We look forward to the same success for our men’s team, competing in the classroom and in the pool, representing LIU as truly exceptional student-athletes!”
LIU is home to a unique Division I athletics program, fielding 36 athletics teams on two campuses. LIU’s united National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I program builds on a foundation of excellence and tradition. In LIU’s history, its teams have combined for 23 national championships, 218 conference championships, and 376 All-America selections.
Potential future student athletes are encouraged to fill out this questionnaire for more information.
A conference affiliation is not known at this time.
About Long Island University: LIU, founded in 1926, continues to redefine higher education through innovative programs, prestigious faculty, experiential learning opportunities, and cutting-edge research. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a Best National University, and Forbes for its emphasis on experiential learning, LIU offers more than 350 academic programs, with a network of over 265,000 alumni including industry leaders and entrepreneurs across the globe. Visit liu.edu for more information.
Information courtesy Long Island University Athletics Communications
