Congratulations to our very own Emily Hernandez on her Brenda Villa award from USAWP!! Emily's continuing contributions to the water polo community have earned her recognition on a national level through the form of the 2024 Brenda Villa Award. A home-grown Northwest player, Emily now continues to coach the girls' program at Northwest Water Polo Club and the high school boys' program at Mercer Island High School. Emily's enthusiasm for water polo, care for others, and commitment to her athletes make her an outstanding member of the water polo family. There couldn't be a more deserving winner of the Brenda Villa award and we are happy to celebrate Emily! If you see her on the pool deck, make sure you give her a big congratulations. On behalf of the Northwest family, well-done Emily!!