July 16, 2013
Huntington Beach, CA - July 16 - The 2013 Junior Olympics are fast approaching and with the world's largest water polo tournament comes the annual JO Expo. Set for July 26 (Session 1) and July 31 (Session 2) at the Hilton Irvine-Orange County Airport the JO Expo is an excellent opportunity for athletes interested in playing water polo at the college level to gather more information. In addition, with a presentation from the Positive Coaching Alliance along with official JO merchandise on sale, the JO Expo has something for everyone. See below for a full schedule of events. For more information, visit the JO Expo homepage by clicking here.
2013 JO EXPO
Session One: Friday, July 26
Session Two: Wednesday, July 31
Hilton Irvine - Orange County Airport
18800 MacArthur Blvd
Irvine, CA 92612
12 noon - 1:00 pm: "The College Quest" - Tom Feliz
USA Water polo is pleased to welcome college admissions experts ESM Group.
ESM Group is an educational services firm that provides strategic college counseling and test preparation services to corporations, students, and families throughout the world. ESM's unique method allows it to understand the strengths, goals and ambitions of its clients in order to achieve its clients' desired academic objectives. With insightful, structured, and timely guidance, ESM coaches help students gain admission to the most competitive universities in the world.
Through years of working with students, athletes and families ESM has developed tools and insight into how to approach the college admissions game. Be prepared to get involved in this interactive and info packed session where we will explore what colleges are looking for in students, how to prepare for standardized tests, and how to craft the all-important personal statement. Free to USA Water Polo parents and athletes.
1:00 - 3:30 pm: College Coach Meet & Greet
This event is for athletes who have completed their junior year of high school and gives rising seniors an opportunity to meet coaches face to face, introduce themselves and invite the coach to watch them play in Junior Olympics. Pre-registration for the College Coach Meet & Greet will be available online. NCAA restrictions do apply. Free to USA Water Polo athletes who meet requirements for attendance.
1:15 - 2:15 pm: Triple Impact Compact Competitor "Elevating your game". - Ray Lokar
USA Water Polo by the Positive Coaching Alliance and USA Water Polo. In this free presentation for athletes, learn more about leadership, the game of water polo and how to raise your level of play. Parents are welcome to participate.
12 noon - 4:00 pm: JO Expo 13 - Free to all attendees
JO merchandise by Water Marque will be on sale
JO Tickets/Programs
