By Brian Flacks was named the new head coach at Stanford University on March 23, just a couple weeks after Jon Vargas’ surprising departure. He’ll take over as the men’s varsity head coach, only the fifth in the history of that storied program which has won 11 national titles. That’s a
By After Highly Publicized Search, Flacks Named New Stanford Men’s Water Polo Coach
One of the most desirable—and visible—positions in American collegiate water polo is no longer vacant. Brian Flacks, currently the Harvard-Westlake High School boys coach as well as head coach of the U.S. 18U Youth team, has been named to lead the Stanford men. He replaces John Vargas, who unexpectedly resigned
Pod: Brian Flacks, Paul Splitt on Waterpolo in the Time of Covid
Covid has had profound effects on water polo as it is practiced throughout the United States. This conversation is hopefully the first of several in which we discuss exactly how the pandemic has altered high school and club programs in a variety of states and localities. Brian Flacks is a
Davidson Eyes Water Polo Renaissance after COVID-19 Dark Ages
In the midst of a nation-wide sports shutdown caused by the novel coronavirus, Ian Davidson, an age group water polo coach in Southern California, got busy. Staying put in his native San Diego, where his wife was expecting their first child, Davidson—one of the lead youth coaches in USA Water
LA Premier: USA Olympian Ben Hallock
Coach Brian Flacks has a conversation with USA Olympian Ben Hallock. Total Waterpolo is pleased to host and promote a series of professional development opportunities for coaches, athletes, and spectators. Click here for our collection of online education sessions and check out our YouTube channel for the videos.
LA Premier: Practice Planning, Drill Creation
Practice Planning, Drill Creation presentation by Coach Brian Flacks Total Waterpolo is pleased to host and promote a series of professional development opportunities for coaches, athletes, and spectators. Click here for our collection of online education sessions and check out our YouTube channel for the videos.
LA Premier: Nutrition and Dryland Ball Skills
Agenda 6:00-6:30 pm: Water Polo Specific Nutrition with Coach Sarah Emma: Coach Sarah discusses how to eat and feel better while staying at home. 6:30-7:00 pm: Dryland Ball Skills and Drills with Coach Bret Lathrope: Coach Lathrope continues teaching ball skills & drills. Total Waterpolo is pleased to host and
Coach Flacks: Front Court Defense Principles
In this YouTube video (Zoom meeting coming soon) Coach Flacks discusses principles of front court defense. Total Waterpolo is pleased to host and promote a series of professional development opportunities for coaches, athletes, and spectators. Click here for our collection of online education sessions and check out our YouTube channel
Sarah Emma: Water Polo Dryland Training
Harvard-Westlake Water Polo Strength and Conditioning Coach Sarah Emma leads an at-home Water Polo specific dryland routine. Total Waterpolo is pleased to host and promote a series of professional development opportunities for coaches, athletes, and spectators. Click here for our collection of online education sessions and check out our YouTube
Coach Flacks: Principles of Front Court II
In this Zoom tutorial Harvard-Westlake and USA Men’s Youth Coach Brian Flacks covers some of the fundamentals of front court tactics. Total Waterpolo is pleased to host and promote a series of professional development opportunities for coaches, athletes, and spectators. Click here for our collection of online education sessions and
