PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Brown University women’s water polo head coach Jackie Puccino announced five additions to the Bears as part of the incoming class of 2030, who will join the program starting in the Fall 2026 semester.
“I am excited to introduce the newest members, class of 2030, of Brown Women’s Water Polo,” said Puccino. “This group brings talent and depth to our roster in many key positions. They arrive with a championship level mindset and relentless work ethic, hailing from some of the top high school and club programs around the country. Getting to know them through the recruiting process was a joy and it was evident immediately that they were aligned with the vision of this program. Most importantly, this group is going to make an immediate positive impact on the greater Brown community. I look forward to welcoming them to College Hill! Go Bruno!”
Brown is coming off a fourth-place finish at the Collegiate Water Polo Association (CWPA) Championship at the conclusion of Puccino’s first season on College Hill.
Ruth Garcia
Attacker | 5-8 | Denver, Colo. | East
Before Brown: Played water polo and swam at East High School … Two-time National Team Selection Camp Invitee … Three-time Colorado High School Athletic Association Swim State … Four-time Colorado High School Athletic Association Academic All-State Award.
Personal: Father Ronnie and mother Amanda … Has three siblings, Micah, Mia and Adeline … Father played water polo at Air Force Academy.
Why Brown?: “I chose Brown because I was drawn to the open curriculum and my amazing teammates!”
