Congratulations to the January Baller of the Month, Bob Behringer
· Name- Bob Behringer
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Hometown – Canton, Ohio
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Family members? Amanda (wife); Kylee (daughter 21); Lauren
(daughter 18); Sophie (daughter 15)
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Did any of them play polo? Kylee played for Akron
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Where do you live now? North Canton, Ohio
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Years playing polo? 38
years
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Years w/CWPC? Over 10 years
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Years w/Akron? 15 years ??
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Years w/CSU? Played 4 years on CSU polo team while also
swimming for the Vikes (here is where he neglects to mention all of his
swimming accolades – if you didn’t know, Bob is FAST!)
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Favorite CWPC memory – my daughter Kylee scoring her first goal
(Akron lob shot) at CWPC tournament
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Favorite post polo snack & beverage – peanut butter and
honey sandwich with coffee
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Favorite position to play – driver (lefty)
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Favorite tournament so far – I love the Cleveland tournament!!
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How many polo suits do you own? I always wear 2 with a spare in
my bag
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What is your favorite part about water polo in general? I love
the physical nature of polo and how it keeps me in shape; I also love learning
new skills (from the young guys) and continually improving my game.
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What college team did you play for? Cleveland State; Akron now
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Fun fact about yourself – I swam in the Olympic Trials in the
80’s (yes I’m that old)
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Favorite quote – like my wife always says – “You can’t take it
with you”
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How far do you drive to practice each week? Miles/time – over
400 miles per week between CWPC and Akron teams
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What is your favorite part of being a lefty? Everything – who
wouldn’t want to be a lefty! And always getting to play offense during
6-5 drills
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Describe your ideal practice – full tank scrimmaging for 2 hours
straight (or longer)
Bob’s teammates have this to say about him…
“Has the pointiest elbows of all mankind”
“Remember that when you feel tired at practice, Bob drove an
hour to practice after running his company all day and it’s his third workout
of the day. You’re not tired. Bob is tried of your excuses.”
“Fun fact: Bob is actually right handed, but likes a
challenge”
“Bob is extremely understanding and knowledgeable when it
comes to water polo. He’s always
willing to explain the rules and never talks
down to any lesser experienced player.”
“My Dad is seriously the most badass guy I know. He amazes
me everyday with his ability and work effort.” - #1 Fan, Kylee
"I've known Bob for over 40 years and the Bob you know ist eh same Bob I grew up with. Before he could ask "Who's playing polo tomorrow?," on GroupMe, Bob would walk through the dorms of CSU ('86-'90) to see which swimmer he could get to commit to Thursday night polo at Busbey. Even before that, circa 1980, Bob used his rotary dial spiral cord house phone (for those too young to know what that is) and call me and other YMCA swimmer to arrange a game of kick-the-can in my backyard. He has a never ending supply of energy and that you all see in the pool today. He's a perfect candidate for Baller of the Month because he's been balling now across 5 decades. Great player. Great guy. Great friend."
- Brian Bailey
Congratulations, Bob! Thank you for your guidance, for taking the sprint every line up and for driving all the way to see us every week.
January Schedule
Tuesdays – 8:30pm – 10:00pm
Lakewood High School
Thursdays – 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Cleveland State University
*Starting 1/16
Sundays – 9:30am – 11:30am
Lakewood High School
Cancellations:
- Thursday - 1/9
- Sunday - 1/19
- Sunday - 1/26
