Vincent Bueno
Utility / Wing
Strength, Speed, and Smart Play
Vincent Bueno is a dedicated water polo athlete and student based in Palos Verdes, CA. Known for his size, strength, and tactical understanding of the game, he fulfills a versatile utility role and excels at both ends of the pool. His leadership, relentless training ethic, and focus on team play have made him a key asset on both the varsity team and the club circuit. Off the pool deck, Vincent balances athletics with academics, maintaining a strong GPA while preparing for a future in sports management and higher education.
As he approaches college recruitment, Vincent is actively engaging with coaches across the country to showcase his skills, work ethic, and positive team influence. He plans to pursue a degree that complements his passion for athletics—whether in exercise science, business, or sports administration—and looks forward to using his experience to mentor younger players and give back to the water polo community.
CONTACT DETAILS
WATER POLO EXPERIENCE
Palos Verdes High School
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2022 JV MOST IMPROVED PLAYER, RECOGNIZED FOR RAPID SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND DEDICATION
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2023 VARSITY CIF TEAM MEMBER, CONTRIBUTING STRONG RIGHT SIDE OFFENSE IN POSTSEASON PLAY
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2024 VARSITY STARTER, HELPED SEA KINGS SECURE BAY LEAGUE TITLES AND ADVANCE IN CIF PLAYOFF
Palos Verdes Water Polo Club
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7 YEARS OF CLUB EXPERIENCE, TRAINING YEAR-ROUND UNDER NATIONALLY RANKED COACHES
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MULTIPLE JUNIOR OLYMPIC TEAM SELECTIONS, COMPETING IN FUTURES LEAGUE, TURBO ORANGE COUNTY AND CCA EVENTS
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EMBRACED A FUNDAMENTALS-FIRST PHILOSOPHY, REFINING SHOOTING ACCURACY, POSITIONAL DEFENSE AND GAME IQ
HIGHLIGHTS:
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2025 FUTURES SUPER FINALS, 3RD PLACE FINISH
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OVER 150 CLUB GOALS TO DATE
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SERVED AS TEAM CAPTAIN FOR PVWPC’S 16U SQUAD IN 2023-2024
CERTIFICATIONS:
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CERTIFIED LIFEGUARD, PV KIDS CORNER (TEACHING WATER SAFETY AND SWIM SKILLS TO CHILDREN)
MY STATS
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Date of Birth. 09/04/2008
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JO Playing Age 16
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Height 6"
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Weight. 160 lbs
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Wingspan. 6"
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Graduation Year 2026
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Weighted GPA 3.8
TRAINING
Vincent has logged over eight years of disciplined training across water polo, swim, and strength work.
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Water Polo (4×/week, 1.5–2 hr sessions)
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Tactical drills: positioning, shot accuracy, defensive schemes
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Live scrimmages to sharpen game sense and teamwork
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Endurance sets with ball handling under fatigue
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Swim Workouts (3×/week)
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Interval sprints (25 m–100 m) for speed and recovery
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Distance sets (500 m–1,500 m) to build aerobic capacity
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Technique focus on stroke efficiency and turns
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Weight Training (1–2×/week)
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Olympic lifts and compound movements for power (cleans, squats)
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Core and posterior chain work for stability and injury prevention
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Plyometrics and medicine-ball throws to boost explosiveness
MY REFERENCES
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Available upon Request.
Strength, Speed, and Smart Play
Athletic Affiliation & Training
Vincent’s water polo journey combines top-tier school competition, elite club development, and hard-earned performance milestones. Each affiliation sharpens his skills, hones his leadership, and fuels his drive to excel at the next level.
Palos Verdes High School
Palos Verdes High School in Palos Verdes Estates has long been known for its Sea Kings water polo program, which has captured multiple Bay League championships and regularly advanced deep into CIF Southern Section playoffs. Both the boys and girls teams have produced all-league and All-CIF honorees, sent players on to compete at top collegiate programs, and built a reputation for disciplined defense, unselfish team play, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
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My Key Stats
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Date of Birth. 09/04/2008
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JO Playing Age 14
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Height 6"
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Weight. 160 lbs
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Wingspan. 5"11"
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Graduation Year 2026
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Weighted GPA 3.8
Palos Verdes Water Polo Club
Palos Verdes Water Polo Club, founded in 2001, has become a top youth program in the South Bay, fielding teams from beginners through 18U that consistently win league titles and qualify for USA Water Polo Junior Olympic championships. With a focus on fundamentals, teamwork, and character under experienced coaches, the club regularly develops players who go on to excel in high school and collegiate water polo.