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The Brown University Men’s Water Polo team finished the Bruno Invite with a perfect 4-0 record. Highlighted by standout performances, including multiple goals from Ilias Stothart, they showcased a strong offensive and defensive strategy. With an impressive journey through their matches, the team prepares for upcoming competitions with great momentum.
Providence, RI – The Brown University Men’s Water Polo team showcased their dominance at the Bruno Invite, concluding the tournament with an immaculate 4-0 record over the weekend of September 20-21, 2025. This strong performance puts the Bears in a favorable position as they prepare for their upcoming matches.
Brown’s tournament journey commenced on September 20, 2025, with a decisive 17-12 win against Connecticut College. In this opening match, Roberto Serrano scored twice, marking his inaugural goals of the season. Additionally, first-year players Jackson Meleney and Jeremy Tachik made their mark by scoring their first career goals. On the defensive end, the team’s goalkeepers, Dimitrios Kratimenos, Kole Newman, and Ryan Miele collectively delivered a robust performance, contributing five goals defensively in the match.
The Bears carried their momentum into their next game later that same day, achieving a 14-10 victory over Pomona-Pitzer. Ilias Stothart emerged as a standout player, netting four goals during the match. Other key contributions came from teammates Jaxson Tierney, Dominik Balla, and Griffin Tunney, each adding two goals. Dimitrios Kratimenos continued his strong play as a goalkeeper, recording a total of 12 saves against Pomona-Pitzer.
On September 21, 2025, Brown faced off against Chapman, achieving a convincing 17-6 victory. Ilias Stothart once again exemplified his scoring prowess by tallying five goals in this match. Kole Newman further solidified the team’s defensive strategy with 12 saves. Filip Josipovic also stood out, contributing three goals, while teammates William Vranesh and Broady Paine each scored twice.
The Bears concluded the Bruno Invite with a triumphant 19-11 win over Johns Hopkins, which was designated as their Mental Health Awareness Game. Stothart once more led the team in scoring, netting five goals, while Ramzi Megalli contributed four goals. Mac Berry rounded out the scoring with a hat trick consisting of three goals. In goal, Ryan Miele made seven saves and recorded two blocks, showcasing effective defensive support throughout the tournament.
Brown’s performance throughout the Bruno Invite demonstrated a well-rounded attack complemented by solid defensive efforts. The team’s ability to score consistently while also shutting down their opponents reflects their preparedness as they look ahead to future competitions.
Moving forward, the Bears will head to Brooklyn, N.Y., to face LIU on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The team is eager to maintain the momentum generated from their successful run at the Bruno Invite as they continue their season.
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