Mission Statement
This is what it means to #BeABlossom: a commitment to Fun & Fundamentals. The coaches believe first and foremost in promoting the joy of water polo. A focus on the fundamentals of the game extends beyond the sport itself to include prioritizing the foundations of a healthy, balanced lifestyle, as well as a commitment to building respectful, inclusive communities in and out of the pool. Our logo, DC’s iconic cherry blossom, embodies these values: a colorful, non-traditional mascot. The Blossom’s smile invites everyone -- from beginners to competitive athletes -- to tie on a cap, grab a ball, and jump in the water!
Who We Are
Dan Moorin
Head Coach
Connecticut native. Learned to play in high school, followed by two years of NCAA Division 3 at Connecticut College. Coached in Princeton's Water Polo Camp, and is currently Head Coach of Landon School’s varsity team. A graduate of Connecticut College (BA) and Middlebury College (MA), he is a career educator in his fourth year as an English teacher, coach, and mentor at Landon School.
When he’s not teaching and coaching, Mr. Moorin enjoys reading an entire book in one day, trying new foods, and taking his puppy, Bruno, to the dog park!
Heather Olson
Head Coach
California Bay Area native. Began playing in high school and was a 4-year NCAA Division 3 All-American. Has coached high school and youth club teams in multiple states, and currently coaches for Whitman High School. Holds a JD and MSW from Michigan State University and works in veterans law.
Heather is a lockdown defensive specialist, and you will find her consistently in the lanes stealing the ball from coaches Dan and Robby at master's practice.
Robby Zhang
Head Coach
California Bay Area native. Started playing at age 10 under the tutelage of former and current olympic team athletes. Played at all competitive levels in the USA Water Polo circuit, including top finishes in the Junior Olympics. Went on to captain and coach the Vanderbilt University Club Team and received 4-year Academic All-American and 2-year All-Conference honors. Helped to launch the first high school water polo program in Nashville, Tennessee. Holds a BE in Civil Engineering.
Robby is an avid cook, Wizard's fan, and Marvel nerd. If you want to learn how to shoot a T-Shot, he's your guy.
