San Diego State's water polo program enhances its roster by signing three international players from Europe鈥擟elia Vaquero Baena (Spain), Laura Dumont (Netherlands), and Bori V茅gv谩ri (Hungary)鈥攚ho will start competing in the Spring 2027 semester. Head Coach Dana Ochsner highlighted their exceptional backgrounds and skill levels, emphasizing their experience in high-level competitive environments. Each player has a strong history of success, indicating they will significantly elevate the program's competitiveness.

By the Numbers
  • Celia Vaquero Baena is a two-time European Champion in U15 and U18 categories and a U16 World Champion.
  • Laura Dumont helped her team to a second-place finish at the Dutch U15 National Championship and won the U16 National Regular Season Competition.
  • Bori V茅gv谩ri was a team captain and competed in Hungary's top-tier league, winning the OB1/B Championship in the 2023-24 season.
State of Play
  • San Diego State had a successful 2026 season with a record of 19-10 and a No. 16 national ranking.
  • The Aztecs finished third in the Golden Coast Conference, marking their consistency among the top four teams in the league's history.
What's Next

As the Aztecs prepare for the 2027 season, the integration of these international talents could bolster SDSU's competitive edge in the Golden Coast Conference and potentially improve their standings further.

Bottom Line

With the addition of three high-caliber international players, San Diego State's water polo program aims for greater success in upcoming seasons, leveraging their extensive experience and proven skills to enhance team performance.