Adan Gonzales (Head Coach) grew up in San Diego, where he played water polo in both high school and community college before beginning his coaching career. He first volunteered with Water Dogs and later joined the coaching staff at the Kroc Center in 2022, where he has continued to help the program grow and evolve. Adan is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment and building a program where every athlete can enjoy a meaningful and lasting water polo experience. He feels honored to have the opportunity to be part of the lives of so many athletes and their families.

Jake Mortier (Assistant Coach) is the newest member to the Kroc Center's aquatics program, bring 5 years of water polo experience along with a few years of club water polo coaching experience at only 18. He has played water polo at the youth, club and high school level with a well rounded understanding of the game. He provides strong levels of understanding and passion while also striving for teamwork, confidence, and a fun athletic experiences. As a young coach, he not only instills lifelong values through aquatics but also brings a fresh perspective to the sport and the experience.

Simonne Call (Aquatics Manager) brings 11 years of experience coaching water polo at the youth, high school, and collegiate levels, in addition to her own background as a collegiate WP athlete. She is passionate about creating inclusive, growth-oriented aquatic environments where participants of all ages and abilities can develop confidence, resilience, and teamwork. She believes water polo is one of the most beneficial sports for both physical and mental development and takes pride in motivating athletes to challenge themselves while fostering a lifelong love for the game.