2008 Varsity Water Polo
| Date | Event | Time/Result |
|---|---|---|
| 03/06 | Blue/White | |
| 03/10 | Oakville @ Mehl... | W 20–0 |
| 03/18 | Chaminade | W 7–2 |
| 03/19 | @ Lindbergh | W 15–4 |
| 03/28 | Mundelein @ Sch... | W 9–2 |
| 03/28 | York @ Schaumbu... | W 12–2 |
| 03/28 | Conant @ Schaum... | W 11–7 |
| 03/29 | Latin @ Schaumb... | W 18–3 |
| 03/29 | Mundelein @ Sch... | W 9–5 |
| 03/31 | @ John Burrough... | W 17–1 |
| 04/03 | @ Parkway Centr... | W 20–7 |
| 04/05 | DeSmet @ Rec Pl... | W 11–3 |
| 04/08 | @ Parkway South | W 15–4 |
| 04/10 | Oakville @ Lind... | W 19–4 |
| 04/11 | Chaminade @ Rec... | W 8–4 |
| 04/11 | Lindbergh @ Rec... | W 19–3 |
| 04/12 | Ladue @ Rec Ple... | W 16–5 |
| 04/12 | DeSmet @ Rec Pl... | W 11–5 |
| 04/16 | @ Ladue | W 16–3 |
| 04/17 | Marquette | W 18–5 |
| 04/19 | MICDS @ Rec Ple... | W 17–2 |
| 04/22 | Parkway West | W 16–7 |
| 04/30 | Ladue @ MICDS | W 11–3 |
| 05/02 | DeSmet @ Lindbe... | W 14–3 |
| 05/14 | Kirkwood @ Rec ... | W 16–1 |
| 05/16 | Marquette @ Rec... | W 12–4 |
| 05/17 | Chaminade @ Rec... | W 7–3 |
Download this scheduleHome games for Water Polo matches are played at Forest Park Community College
| No. | Player | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zak Ancel | G |
| 1A | Matt Hohenberger | G |
| 2 | Michael Sizemore | U |
| 3 | Tim Dale | 2M |
| 4 | Max Wurm | 2M |
| 5 | Nicholas Debandt | 2MD |
| 6 | William Page | 2M |
| 7 | Dan Geisman | 2MD |
| 8 | John Savio | 2M |
| 9 | John Heafner | 2M |
| 10 | Steve Sigman | 2M |
| 11 | Kip Tandler | D |
| 12 | Trent Going | 2MD |
| 13 | Charles Gerber | D |
| 14 | Michael O'Neill | 2MD |
| 17 | Will Derdeyn | D |
Coaches
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Paul Baudendistel | Head Coach |
| John Penilla | Assistant Coach |
Latest News
Postseason Awards
As a postscript to one of the most dominant seasons in the history of Missouri Water Polo, several Jr. Bills were recognized by area coaches. Matt Hohenberger, Michael O’Neill, and Mike Sizemore were All-District Second Team, and Tim Dale, John Heafner, and William Page were All-District First Team. While deserved, the level of recognition is still surprising, as no school had placed even two field players on the All-District First Team in the past eight years. In addition, Michael was selected as the Missouri District Defensive Player of the Year, William was selected as the Missouri District Offensive Player of the Year, and Tim was selected as the Missouri District Player of the Year. The “of the Year” awards have been presented for only four years, but SLUH’s sweep is unprecedented, and Michael and William are the first underclassmen so commended.
State Champs!
The Jr. Bills completed their second consecutive undefeated season by winning the Missouri District Tournament, besting the Red Devils for the third time. SLUH found themselves trailing 2-0 for the first time all year after allowing two early counterattack goals , and Chaminade’s tight defense kept SLUH from generating much offense for the remainder of the first half. But the Red Devils managed even less against the Jr. Bills’ half court defense, led by Michael O’Neill’s three steals and Matt Hohenberger’s nine saves. Tim Dale, John Heafner, Mike Sizemore, and Max Wurm notched goals in the first five minutes of the second half, and William Page’s 6-on-5 goal with under three minutes to play sealed the outcome. Dale earned Player of the Game honors with his three goals and two assists. The state championship is SLUH’s third consecutive and thirteenth overall, most in the history of Missouri Water Polo.
Game Recaps
Recaps of games can be viewed by clicking on the schedule at the right. Box scores and statistics are available at stltoday.com.
Let the Games Begin!
Despite graduating the Missouri Water Polo Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and 1st Team All-District Goaltender, the two-time defending state champions begin the season ranked first in both the coaches' poll and the fans' poll.
Tryouts
Tryouts begin Monday, February 18. For more information, contact Coach Baud at baud@sluh.org.
Tentative Schedule
Please note that the schedule to the right is subject to change.
A Brief History
SLUH has featured a Varsity Water Polo team since 1961, compiling an impressive record of 598 wins and 221 losses against 24 other high schools from the St. Louis area and four from the Chicago area. The program has captured twelve Missouri District Championships, tied for first with Mary Institute - Country Day School for the most in the history of Missouri Water Polo. This year’s team looks to extend SLUH’s streak of two titles in a row.
