The Extra Pass Pod

Summary In this episode, Shawn Stringham interviews Dustin Litvak, a key figure in the water polo community, discussing the evolution of the GOLS league, the challenges faced during the pandemic, and the growth of the sport. They explore the importance of technology in recruitment, the unique aspects of coaching at Princeton, and the future of club water polo, emphasizing the need for collaboratio...

In this episode of the Extra Pass podcast, host Shawn Stringham interviews water polo legend John Abdou, discussing his journey in the sport, the evolution of broadcasting, the importance of youth engagement, and the future of college water polo amidst changes like NIL. John shares insights on the significance of fan engagement, the challenges facing youth sports, and the need for a strong collegi...

In this engaging conversation, Shawn Stringham interviews Mark St. John, a pivotal figure in the water polo community, who shares his journey of innovation during the COVID-19 pandemic with the Eggbeater Challenge. They discuss the evolution of water polo events, the impact of live streaming, and the future aspirations for the Quicksilver tournament. Mark emphasizes the importance of community, co...

In this episode of The Extra Pass Pod, Shawn Stringham interviews Michael 'Mize' Zellmer, a two-time Olympic goalkeeper and founder of The Perfect Goalie Academy. Mize discusses his journey from a small village in Germany to the Olympic stage, his transition into coaching, and the development of his universal approach to goalkeeping. He emphasizes the importance of logic, senses, and emoti...

In this episode of the Extra Pass Podcast, Shawn Stringham interviews Genai Kerr, an Olympic water polo goalkeeper and advocate for the sport. They discuss Genai's journey from a basketball player to an Olympian, the evolution of water polo streaming, and the importance of community and youth engagement in growing the sport. Genai shares insights on his work with Five Meter Camps, the signific...