The 2026 Water Polo season has officially come to an end, and what a season it was for the La Porte Bulldogs!

Both the Boys' and Girls' teams finished 4-2 in district play, bringing home a combined 16 All-District postseason honors! This season also marked the longest in program history, with a 27-game schedule. Along the way, several team, single-game, season, and career records were broken, making 2026 another memorable year for La Porte Water Polo!

GIRLS ALL-DISTRICT HONORS

Newcomer of the Year – Sophia Bocanegra (Freshman)

Sophia finished with 4 goals, 3 assists, and 2 steals. This marks the THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR a La Porte athlete has earned Newcomer of the Year honors, following Natalie Chavez in 2024 and Addilynn Morara in 2025!

Offensive Player of the Year – Natalie Chavez (Junior)

Natalie earned her first Offensive Player of the Year award after recording 20 goals, 7 assists, and 11 steals. Another incredible accomplishment for one of the program's most decorated athletes!

Goalie of the Year – Kimberly Manzo (Junior)

BACK-TO-BACK! Kimberly earned her second consecutive District Goalie of the Year award after recording 34 saves. She continues to establish herself as one of the top goalkeepers in program history!

First Team All-District

• Adilyn Smith (Senior): 7 goals, 7 assists, 10 steals

• Addilynn Morara (Sophomore): 5 goals, 12 assists, 10 steals

Second Team All-District

• Nellie Ortiz (Sophomore): 8 goals, 2 assists, 2 steals

• Paisley Evans (Junior): 4 goals, 3 steals

• Kinsley Hughes (Sophomore): 5 goals, 3 assists, 1 steal

A special congratulations to Sophia, Paisley, and Kinsley, who earned their first varsity letters this season!

 BOYS ALL-DISTRICT HONORS

Offensive Player of the Year – Jake Gazaw (Senior)

Jake capped off an outstanding senior season by earning the District's Offensive Player of the Year award! He finished with 29 goals, 4 assists, and 9 steals, continuing to add to his impressive list of accomplishments and program records.

Goalie of the Year – Douglas Robb (Junior)

Douglas earned his SECOND CONSECUTIVE Goalie of the Year award after an impressive 118-save performance! His presence in the goal continued to be a major part of the Bulldogs' defensive success.

First Team All-District

• Jaime Reyes (Senior): 8 goals, 4 assists, 15 steals

• Ean Lopez (Senior): 6 goals, 2 assists, 16 steals

Both Jaime and Ean were defensive specialists for the Bulldogs this season. Their ability to pressure opponents, create turnovers, and lead the defense played a huge role in the team's success!

Second Team All-District

• Cole Bailey (Junior): 1 goal, 2 assists, 6 steals

• Trey Acklen (Sophomore): 4 goals, 3 assists, 6 steals

Honorable Mention All-District

• Jacob Smith (Junior): 2 goals, 5 assists

• Danny Parker (Senior): 1 goal, 2 assists, 5 steals

A special congratulations to Trey Acklen for earning his first varsity letter this season!