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Water Polo
Trapping Defense Masterclass
Sunday, October 25, 2026
4:00 PM (60 mins)
Session Overview
Join Chase Dodd for a water polo masterclass on trapping defense. Explore how defenders can coordinate pressure, time a trap, close passing lanes, and communicate rotations to disrupt the offense while protecting against open scoring chances.
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Chase Dodd
Rightie Attacker
Chase Dodd is an Olympic Bronze Medalist and back-to-back NCAA National Champion, currently competing as an elite attacker for the Los Angeles Athletic Club. A Long Beach native and UCLA alumnus, he earned consecutive NCAA and First Team All-American honors during his championship runs in 2024 and 2025. A four-year member of the United States Men's Water Polo Team, Chase has also earned silver at the 2023 World Cup, gold at the 2023 Pan American Games, and bronze at the 2022 Junior World Championships. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in Environmental Science and a minor in Geography, balancing world-class academics with high-level international competition. Known for his versatility and suffocating defense, he continues to represent the next generation of American water polo pushing towards the LA 2028 Olympics.
Date:Sunday, October 25, 2026
Time:4:00 PM
Duration:60 minutes
Availability:Open
Meet Your Mentor
View mentor profile
Chase Dodd
Rightie Attacker
Chase Dodd is an Olympic Bronze Medalist and back-to-back NCAA National Champion, currently competing as an elite attacker for the Los Angeles Athletic Club. A Long Beach native and UCLA alumnus, he earned consecutive NCAA and First Team All-American honors during his championship runs in 2024 and 2025. A four-year member of the United States Men's Water Polo Team, Chase has also earned silver at the 2023 World Cup, gold at the 2023 Pan American Games, and bronze at the 2022 Junior World Championships. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in Environmental Science and a minor in Geography, balancing world-class academics with high-level international competition. Known for his versatility and suffocating defense, he continues to represent the next generation of American water polo pushing towards the LA 2028 Olympics.
What You'll Learn
- Professional techniques and strategies
- Mental preparation and focus
- Performance optimization tips
- Q&A with expert mentor
Session Format
- Live online session via Zoom
- Interactive Q&A throughout
- Small group setting for personalized attention
- Recording available within 48 hours after the session
Prerequisites
- Active Premium subscription
- Stable internet connection
- Suitable space for participation