What club are you playing for in Europe and where is your club located?
I am currently playing for Club Natacion Ondarreta de Alcorcon, which is in Madrid.

How many years have you been playing overseas?
This is my fourth season playing in Spain, having previously played two seasons with C.N Terrassa and one with C.N Atletic-Barceloneta.

As a junior did you always see yourself as being a professional water polo player?
Becoming a member of the national team provided insight to the high level of water polo played in the European National Leagues and how it had benefited other Australian players, it was therefore something I very much wanted to be a part of given the opportunity.

What is your highlight to date in your water polo career?
I think it would still be the day I was first asked to tour with the national men's team.

Give us an overview of your typical week as a professional water polo player?
Nine water sessions and three to four weights sessions during the week and a game on Saturday. 

Explain how you balance your life as being a husband, a father and a professional water polo player living in Europe?
Finding a balance is easy when living in Spain as I can prioritise my water polo and still have plenty of time with my family. It’s more difficult when I’m in Australia as I have a job, uni and tours to add to the equation. Luckily, I have a wonderful and understanding family. Irrespective of where we are, Erin is very supportive of my endeavours and Declan, although he hasn’t had much choice in the matter, seems very content wherever he is.

How old were you when you started playing Water Polo and which club did you first play for?
I started playing in a local mixed competition in Kempsey when I was about 12. My first club was Wests Magpies who I started playing for when I was about 14.

Explain the feeling of playing for your country and being part of the AUSSIE SHARKS?
I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to experience the camaraderie of playing a team sport for my country. Every time I represent Australia, as a member of the Aussie Sharks is a proud moment and a dream come true.

You have toured many destinations around the world with the AUSSIE SHARKS. What country has really stood out as being the best?
Hands down Australia! Having toured many destinations around the world has only increased my appreciation for Australia and what it has to offer. Australia aside though, Spain really stands out with its rich, vibrant culture, relaxed lifestyle and welcoming people. It feels like a home away from home.

What would your words of inspiration be to up and coming juniors here in Aus?
"The harder I practice, the luckier I get." — Gary Player

Who would you rate as the,” best player you have ever played against/with?”  
Some teams in the world have great cohesion and with years of experience playing together each player performs their role with precision. The Hungarians are an excellent illustration of this. I think Hungary's Tamas Kasas and Serbia's Vladimir Vujasinovic are individuals who consistently perform at the highest level.

How long do you see yourself playing water polo for as a career?   
As long as I am enjoying water polo I will keep playing, injury withstanding. Once I am no longer playing in the national team, I hope to still be involved at club level.

Olympics are just around the corner what are your predictions for the AUSSIE SHARKS?
Gold.