1985 NCAA Men's Water Polo Championship
An analytical exploration of the pivotal 1985 NCAA Men's Water Polo Championship, detailing the teams, the competition, and the champions.
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Championship Overview
The Event
The 1985 NCAA Men's Water Polo Championship marked the 17th iteration of this prestigious collegiate tournament. Held in December 1985, the competition took place at the renowned Belmont Plaza Pool in Long Beach, California, a venue synonymous with aquatic excellence.
Championship Final
The championship culminated in a thrilling rematch between Stanford and UC Irvine. Stanford emerged victorious, securing their fifth national title with a hard-fought 12โ11 win in double overtime. This victory avenged their loss to UC Irvine in the 1982 championship game.
Key Figures
Under the guidance of coach Dante Dettamanti, the Stanford Cardinal concluded their season with an impressive 25โ4 record. The tournament's Most Outstanding Players were Jeff Campbell of UC Irvine and David Imbernino of Stanford, recognizing their exceptional performances. J.R. Salvatore of UC Irvine led all scorers with 10 goals.
Qualification Criteria
Eligibility and Invitation
For the 1985 championship, all NCAA men's water polo programs, irrespective of division (Division I, Division II, or Division III), were eligible to compete. A total of eight teams were extended invitations to participate in the tournament, representing the pinnacle of collegiate water polo for that season.
Participating Institutions
The eight teams invited to contest the 1985 NCAA Men's Water Polo Championship were:
| Team | Appearance | Previous Championship |
|---|---|---|
| Brown | 7th | 1984 |
| Bucknell | 5th | 1980 |
| UC Irvine | 15th | 1983 |
| UC Santa Barbara | 11th | 1982 |
| Long Beach State | 8th | 1983 |
| LoyolaโChicago | 10th | 1984 |
| Stanford | 13th | 1984 |
| UCLA | 14th | 1984 |
Tournament Bracket and Results
Path to the Championship
The tournament bracket illustrates the progression of teams through the competition, from the initial rounds to the championship final. The matches were contested at the Belmont Plaza Pool in Long Beach, California.
| Fifth place | Consolation semifinals | First round | Championship semifinals | Championship | |||||||||||||||||||
| Stanford | 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bucknell | 4 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Long Beach State | 20 | Stanford (2OT) | 12 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Brown | 9 | UC Irvine | 11 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| UC Irvine | 15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brown | 8 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Seventh place | Brown | 11 | UC Irvine | 7 | Third place | ||||||||||||||||||
| LoyolaโChicago | 10 | UCLA | 6 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Bucknell | 8 | UCLA | 14 | UC Santa Barbara | 9 | ||||||||||||||||||
| LoyolaโChicago | 6 | LoyolaโChicago | 6 | UCLA | 10 | ||||||||||||||||||
All-Tournament Team
Honored Athletes
The following athletes were recognized for their outstanding contributions throughout the 1985 NCAA Men's Water Polo Championship:
- Jeff Campbell, UC Irvine (Co-Most Outstanding Player)
- David Imbernino, Stanford (Co-Most Outstanding Player)
John Anderson, UC Santa Barbara- Fernando Carsalade, UCLA
- Phil Castillo, Long Beach State
- Craig Klass, Stanford
- Mark Maizel, UC Irvine
- J.R. Salvatore, UC Irvine
Championship Statistics
Key Metrics
The 1985 NCAA Men's Water Polo Championship saw significant engagement and scoring:
| Dates | December 1985 |
|---|---|
| Teams | 8 |
| Matches Played | 12 |
| Goals Scored | 227 (18.92 per match) |
| Attendance | 3,410 (284 per match) |
| Top Goal Scorer | J.R. Salvatore, UC Irvine (10 goals) |
Historical Context
NCAA Championship Series
The 1985 NCAA Men's Water Polo Championship is part of a long-standing tradition of collegiate athletic excellence. This event is situated within the broader context of the 1985โ86 NCAA Division I championships, highlighting the NCAA's role in organizing and sanctioning national collegiate sports competitions across various disciplines.
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