Shona Lauritano joined USA Water Polo in July 2021 and brings extensive experience from the professional sports and entertainment industry, having previously worked in premium services with organizations such as the Oakland Raiders, Atlanta Falcons, Dolby Theatre, and Seattle SuperSonics. A former water polo player at Torrey Pines High School (1996–1998), Shona remains passionate about the sport and its community. She enjoys teaching Pilates in her free time and currently resides in Southern California with her son, Emmett.