About Crown City Water Polo
Building a stronger water polo experience — developing today's athletes with a nod to the legacy, history, and impact of the sport in Coronado.
Our Mission
Developing Athletes. Building Leaders.
Empowering athletes to grow and develop the skills and tactics necessary to excel through competitive training and teamwork.
Founded by dedicated local coaches, Crown City Water Polo is focused on developing today's athletes with a nod to the legacy, history, and impact of water polo in Coronado.
Central to our success is the firm belief in the power of teamwork, resilience, and healthy competition to help athletes thrive in and out of the pool.
Meet Our Coaches
Our professional, world-renowned coaching staff brings expertise, energy, and a passion for teaching.
President & Head Coach
David Throop
Founder · Crown City Water Polo
David Throop founded Crown City Water Polo to develop today's athletes while honoring the legacy, history, and impact of water polo in Coronado. As President and Head Coach, he leads the program with the expertise, energy, and passion for teaching that define our staff — guiding athletes from Juniors to Masters to thrive in and out of the pool.
Our Coaching Staff
Randy Burgess
Club Technical Director
Matt Finley
Sr. Men's Assistant Coach
Christine Welsh
Sr. Women's Assistant Coach
Corey Berta
Jr. Girls & Boys Coach
Why Choose Crown City
Building better athletes — nurturing confident individuals and creating lasting bonds.
Local Legacy
Founded by dedicated local coaches, honoring the history of water polo in Coronado.
Supportive Environment
We create a place for athletes to thrive beyond just the pool.
Teamwork & Resilience
Teamwork, resilience, and healthy competition help athletes thrive in and out of the water.
World-Class Coaching
A professional coaching staff brings expertise, energy, and a passion for teaching.
Ready to Build a Stronger Water Polo Experience?
Join Crown City Water Polo and train with a coaching staff dedicated to your growth — in and out of the pool.