We welcome all athletes, parents, and coaches to join us for the 1st annual NL College Expo on May 2nd, 3rd in Orlando, FL. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to get recruited by college coaches and showcase water polo talent across the East Coast. You'll have the chance to compete in live-streamed broadcast via Overnight, allowing you to shine in front of an even wider audience! We look forward to seeing you there and supporting your journey to competing at the Next Level!!!
WEEKEND INFORMATION
WHO: Rising 8th graders - Rising Seniors
WHEN: May 2nd, 3rd 2026
WHERE: The Rosen Aquatic Center
8422 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
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Recruiting Conference Hotel EXPO: FREE (May 2nd)
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites
Orlando International Drive/Convention Center
8214 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
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NL Combine & Scrimmages Pool EXPO: (May 3rd)
$175.00/ Athlete and $10.00 /Spectator
Livestream available via OVERNGHT​​
May 2nd - Recruiting Conference - Hotel EXPO
May 3rd - NL Combine & Scrimmages- Pool EXPO
3:00 PM – Athlete Check-In
• Player registration, Cap assignment
• Athlete profile forms, Headshot photos
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3:00 - 5:00 PM – College Coach Meet & Greet
• Informal networking, Athletes introduce themselves
• Coaches meet with athletes/parents
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5:00 PM - Recruiting: Coaches Panel, 3–5 speakers
• How recruiting actually works
• What coaches look for in players
• Timeline for recruiting
• Academic requirements
• NIL / scholarships / roster limits
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3:00 - 7:00 PM – Athlete Photo Sessions
Every NL Expo athlete receives:
• Professional headshot
• Social media recruiting photo
• Used for Athlete profiles in Combine & Livestream.
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3:00 - 7:00 PM – Vendor / Expo Floor
• Swim/Nutrition brands
• Sports performance trainers
• College recruiting services/Military
• Next Level Academy booth
• Photo Opportunities on-site
8:00 - 8:45AM – ARRIVAL
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Players check in, Doors open for Athletes ONLY.
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Change, Stretch, individual dryland warmup
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8:45am - Opening Remarks
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Welcome Messages & Expectations
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Outline of the Day
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Detailed walk through of each combine station
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9:00 - 9:20AM – Warm Up
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Age groups separate, Warm Up together
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Swimming & Passing
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9:20 - 11:00AM – (11) COMBINE Stations
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11:00 - 12:00PM – Stations w/ Coachs
12:00 - 1:00PM – LUNCH
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1:00PM - 4:00PM – Competition with teams based on Combine Results w/ College Coach Evaluation Panel + End w/ All Star game
MEET THE COACHES
GAVIN ARROYO
USA Men National Team Coach
Long Beach State Head Coach
2x Olympian Team USA '96 & '00
PENDING CONFIRMATION
AUSTIN RINGHEIM
Long Beach State Asst Coach
Former MIT Head Coach
Whittier College
PENDING CONFIRMATION
SHANA WELCH
Long Beach State Womens Coach
U of Michigan
PENDING CONFIRMATION
BRIAN KELLY
Iona University Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
FELIX MERCADO
Brown University Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
JAY ONEILL
St Francis U. Women's Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
BRIAN BACHARACH
Fordham University Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
JASON GRUBB
La Salle University Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
NIKOLA MALEZANOV
Washington & Jefferson Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
GT LADD
Wheaton College Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
KADE RAMIREZ
NYU Head Coach
MORGAN ALLISON
LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY
CONFIRMED
PENDING CONFIRMATION
MAX SCHLEGEL
John Hopkins University
Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
CHRIS VIDALE
Marist College Women's Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
ZARKO SADIKOVIC
Gannon University Mens Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
JOSH HOWER
Wagner University Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
MICHAEL GORDON
Villanova Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
MARK LAWRENCE
Austin College Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
PRESLAV DJIPPOV
Whittier College Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
MATT ANDERSON
Connecticut College Head Coach
PENDING CONFIRMATION
JUSTIN JOHNSON
Concordia University
PENDING CONFIRMATION
HOW TO JOIN
1. Submit Payment
- Via Pay button
- Zelle (562) 212 5002
- Venmo @nlwpc
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2. Complete Athlete EXPO Forms
- Click HERE to complete an Athlete EXPO Form​​
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3. Arrive May 2nd, receive Check in Credentials, Create Recruiting Profile & Visit EXPO
- Athletes MUST Check In at the EXPO, May 2nd, to complete waivers, receive credentials, & create their Recruiting Profiles.
- Spectator Credentials available for pick up at the EXPO or the Combine.​​
FREQUENTLY ASKED Q & A's
How old does my son/daughter need to be to participate?
The NL College EXPO is open to any athlete going into 8th, 9th, 10th, or 11th Grade. Current Seniors are also welcome to attend if interested!
What benefits will each athlete receive by participating?
The NL College EXPO is designed to showcase talent by getting athletes directly in front of College Coaches. Athletes who participate will be seen competing in person & via livestream, to reach an even broader audience. Additionally, the EXPO provides two critical assets: 1) a Recruiting Profile through the NL Academy and 2) Standardized testing scores through the NL Combine, designed to give athletes quantifiable data on areas of improvement & how they compare to their peers!
How much does it cost?
$175 per Athlete to participate in the EXPO, and $10 per Spectator at the event.
The Recruiting Conference at the Fairfield Inn & Suites is FREE, everyone is encouraged to attend!
Is there a Hotel Block available?
YES! We have a hotel block available with access to discounted rates for all participants, conveniently located across the street from the Rosen Aquatic Center!
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Orlando International Drive/Convention Center
8214 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819 (Rate: $159/ Night - Available until 4/15)
Click HERE to receive discounted rates!​
Is there a livestream available?
YES! We are proud to partner with OVERNGHT to showcase Water Polo talent from across the US!
Click HERE to visit OVERNGHT for exclusive Live Coverage!
What do athletes need to bring?
All athletes should bring their own suit, towel, water bottle. We will take a 1hour break for Lunch, so athletes are welcome to either bring food to eat on the premises or leave to eat.
Are there scholarship opportunities available?
Please contact nlsportco@gmail.com to inquire about Scholarship Opportunities, and Group/Sibling Discounts.
