Fresno State President Dr. Joseph Castro poses alongside Water Polo coach Natalie Benson. (Courtesy of Fresno State Athletics)
USA Water Polo announced Tuesday that Fresno State head coach Natalie Benson would be the recipient of the 2018 Sandy Nitta Distinguished Coaching Award for the Central California Zone.
The Sandy Nitta has 11 zones throughout the United States and Benson was one of 11 coaches chosen, making her eligible for the national Sandy Nitta Distinguished Coaching Award later on at the annual USA Water Polo National Awards dinner.
Benson spoke with Fresno State athletics about what an honor it is to be chosen by USA Water Polo to represent the Central Valley
“It is an honor to be recognized by USA Water Polo and members of our Central California Zone,” Benson said.