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Cal Girls Water Polo Summer Camp

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Join us this winter for our Cal Girls Water Polo Winter Camp!

US Sports Camps and the Cal Women’s Water Polo Coach, Coralie Simmons, are excited to team up this summer 2025 to offer a two day training opportunity from May 31-June 1. This camp is open to middle school and high school level players ages 10-18.

The Cal Water Polo Camp will cover all facets of the game and progress from core fundamentals to advanced techniques. Similar to a collegiate-level practice, the camp will also include dry-land strength and conditioning, video review and discussions on goal setting and nutrition.

All Cal Sports Camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you choose a camp that fits your level of development. All events are subject to change based on NCAA restrictions. Due to high demand and limited capacity, prices are subject to increase as camp exceeds 25%/50%/75% capacity.

Highlights Include

TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
Instruction by Cal Women's Water Polo coaching staff and current players
Skills Camp for Girls Ages 10-18
Low camper to instructor ratio
Shooting, drive defense, defending center, pressure passing, and other important skill sets
Video analysis and Goal Setting sessions

Camp Coaches

Coralie Simmons

Head Coach

Coralie Simmons is in her seventh season as the head coach of the Golden Bears and has the program among the elitist of the elite in collegiate water polo.

Coralie Simmons

Head Coach

Simmons has led Cal to the semifinals of the NCAA Championship in four of her six seasons in Berkeley. The Bears have finished each of those seasons ranked in the top-4 nationally. Simmons has produced 24 ACWPC All-America selections and 78 ACWPC All-Academic picks, including a whopping 20 last season.

The Bears had another memorable season in 2022, finishing the year ranked No. 3 nationally after advancing to the semifinals of the NCAA Championship. Cal went 17-6, including wins over No. 2 Stanford and No. 3 UCLA.

Cal went 12-7 in 2021 and finished the season ranked No. 6 nationally. The Bears registered 11 victories over ranked opponents, and all of their losses came to teams ranked in the top-5.

The Bears went 11-7 in the COVID-19 shortened 2020 season, despite playing without three of their top players who each sat out the season to train for the Summer Olympics. Cal still managed to knock off four top-10 opponents along the way.

The Bears finished 2019 with a record of 17-9 after an overtime loss to No. 1 USC in the NCAA semifinals. In 2018, Simmons led Cal to its first No. 1 national ranking in 18 years.

Simmons also is heavily involved in the U.S. National Team program, having served in a variety of roles as a head coach and assistant coach. She has twice served as head coach for the U.S. Junior National Team at the FINA Junior World Championships - winning the gold medal in 2015 - and has been an assistant coach for the U.S. Senior Team and Youth National Team, each of which won gold medals at the World Championships. In 2019, she was an assistant at the U.S. Junior World Championships.

Simmons is simply one of the most respected figures in the water polo community, reaching lofty heights as both an athlete and coach. She is regarded as one of the greatest female American players ever, having led the United States to the silver medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia and twice being named the NCAA Player of the Year while a student-athlete at UCLA. She helped the Bruins win the first-ever NCAA Championship in 2001. She was named to the Pac-12 All-Century Team in 2016.

Her coaching career began in 2005 as an assistant at Hawaii, where she helped the Rainbows record their first-ever top-four finish at the NCAA Championships. She moved on to become an assistant at her alma mater, helping UCLA capture the 2007 NCAA title.

It didn't take long for Simmons to scale the coaching ladder. After one year each as an assistant at Hawaii and UCLA, she was named the head coach at Sonoma State University. She led the Seawolves program for nine years, twice being named the Division II National Coach of the Year.
Lance Morrison

Assistant Coach

Lance Morrison is in his second season as an assistant coach for the Cal women's water polo program.

Lance Morrison

Assistant Coach

Morrison, a former Division I student-athlete at the University of the Pacific, has enjoyed extensive success as a coach at both the high school and club level. Morrison was the varsity girls water polo head coach at local powerhouse Miramonte for four seasons, twice leading the Matadors to undefeated seasons that culminated in CIF Northern California championships. He also spent three seasons as the head coach for the 16-under girls at the Lamorinda Water Polo Club, registering top-25 finishes at the USA Water Polo Junior Olympics each year.

Morrison was an All-American water polo player and swimmer at Santa Rosa Junior College before moving on to UOP. He then played internationally for two years in Germany and Australia.

Morrison and his wife, Brittany, live in Orinda with their dogs, Indy and Chester.

Iosefa Tuiasau

Assistant Coach

After spending the last two years as an assistant coach for the Pacific men’s and women’s water polo programs, Sefa returns to his alma mater where he joins his former head coach Kirk Everist as the newest member of the three-time defending champs’ coaching staff.

Iosefa Tuiasau

Assistant Coach

A member of the Golden Bear squads from 2009-11, Sefa played professionally throughout Europe and Australia following his collegiate playing days. He eventually returned home to New Zealand where he began his coaching career at the high school, club and international levels. He notably served as an assistant coach for the New Zealand Women’s National Team and found immense success during his stint at Rangitoto College that resulted in numerous trophies, notably a three-peat at the Trans Tasman Championship.

Camp Details

This summer, Cal is offering one session of day camp for ages 10-18. Participants are strongly encouraged to have 2+ years of experience. Our goal is to engage and inspire each player at camp and to instill positive character traits such as confidence, self-motivation, and a passion for the sport.

2026 OVERVIEW

Dates: June 1-3
Gender: Girls
Camp Type: Day Camp
Schedule: Monday-Wednesday 9:00am-3:00pm
Check-In: 8:00am-8:30am
Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
Program: The Skills Camp program is designed for age group and high school players (Ages 10-18). This program focuses on advanced skills, position specific training for divers, shooters, goalies and 2 meter offense & defense, team concepts and an overall intense level of competition. Campers also have the opportunity to compete daily in games against each other.
Age Group: 10-18

CAMP ADDRESS

Spieker Aquatics Complex
2301 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704

Click Here for Directions

PARKING

Parking is available in the RSF Parking Garage and metered street parking. Please be aware of parking restrictions.

DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE

Team Discount: If five or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. After all team members have successfully registered, contact us to receive a $25 refund per camper.

SESSION I: CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT CAMP

Monday, June 1st to Wednesday, June 3rd

Check-in: will take place daily between 8:30-9:00am at Spieker Aquatics Complex (Spieker pool entrance is located off Speiker Plaza near the corner of Dana Street and Bancroft Way).
Check-out: camp ends at 3:00pm daily

There is no supervision before or after camp hours, so please make arrangements to drop off and pick up your child on time.

MEALS

Lunch is NOT provided each day. Please bring a healthy lunch and snacks each day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers will receive a Cal Camps t-shirt and prizes.

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience per the director's discretion
Equipment Needed: Please bring your water polo suit, swim cap, goggles and towel(s)
Facility: Spieker Aquatics Complex
Medical Protocol: Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.

Instruction will emphasize:

Shooting, drive defense, defending center, pressure passing, and other important skill sets.
Goal Setting sessions

PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST

To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

Items:

Dryland Training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
Warm jacket and sweats (for possible fog during morning training sessions)
Backpack
Water Polo Suit (zipper)
Rubber Caps
Goggles
2 x Towels
Hat or Visor
Sandals/Flip Flops
Water Bottle
Sunscreen
Healthy Lunch and Snacks each day
University of California Release Form (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours, so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.

COMPANY POLICIES

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Due to University and NCAA Policies, we are not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International The camp is not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International Airport; San Francisco International Airport is also within a reasonable distance. Campers are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp.

CAMP LODGING - NO HOUSING PROVIDED

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT BERKELEY
2121 Center St
Berkeley, CA 94704
Website: marriott.com/hotels/travel/oakrr-residence-inn-berkeley/
Main: 510-982-2100

THE CLAREMONT HOTEL
41 Tunnel Rd
Berkeley, CA 94705
Website: claremontresort.com/1-800-257-7544
Main: 510-843-3000

HOTEL DURANT
2600 Durant Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
Website: hoteldurantberkeley.com/1-800-238-7268
Hotel Main: 510-845-8981

DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON HOTEL BERKELEY MARINA
200 Marina Boulevard
Berkeley, CA 94710
Website: doubletree3.hilton.com/1-855-845-6550
Hotel Main: 510-548-7920

SPIEKER AQUATICS COMPLEX

The Spieker Aquatics Complex is located on Bancroft Way, between Dana St. and Ellsworth St. Upon your arrival, campers are placed in groups with other swimmers that have similiar abilities and goals. Our camp staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.

WHAT FAMILIES SAY ABOUT Cal Girls Water Polo Summer Camp

12 Reviews

My daughter loved being able to work at the set position. The coaching staff was great and really encouraged each student to perform. The staff really made you feel like part of the Cal family. Thank you.
My daughter loved being able to work at the set position. The coaching staff was great and really encouraged each student to perform. The staff really made you feel like part of the Cal family. Thank you.
I really appreciated the smaller camp size and the individual coaching you were able to give me. I played a lot of defense this year so, of course, I was very thankful for the individual tips during the shooting drills. I hope you guys have more camps like that, I’ll attend as many as I can.
My daughter had time to have a one-on-one talk with the Cal coach about what it takes to play at a high level. It was very motivating and a big confidence boost.
Finley loved that all the coaches knew her name. They were very encouraging and gave great feedback. She loved that current Cal players were helping coach, too.
Charlotte came home her first day and couldn't stop talking about all the new skills she learned. She loved everything about it.
She felt she learned something new, met some nice players from other teams, liked the coaches and the Cal players working the camp.
She said that she appreciated the opportunity for reflection and discussion. She valued the teaching on mindset.
My daughter had a fantastic experience at the camp. The coaching staff were amazing! Thank you!
Emme had a lot of fun with her friends and thought the coaches were great!
Meeting the Goalie coaches and scrimmaging with the College players.
My daughter enjoyed learning all that the coaches had to offer her.

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