Max Irving Extends Partnership with S&R Sport x Delfina USA Through LA28
Posted by S&R Sport x Delfina USA on Apr 27th 2026
BIG NEWS for water polo!
S&R Sport x Delfina USA is officially extending its partnership with Team USA standout Max Irving through the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles (LA28), and honestly, this is exactly the kind of move that keeps pushing water polo forward in the U.S.
This partnership isn’t just about gear. It’s about growing the game, connecting with younger athletes, and building real momentum leading into one of the biggest Olympic stages we’ve ever had on home soil.
Why This Partnership Matters for Water Polo in the USA
Max Irving isn’t just another elite player; he’s one of the most consistent scorers and leaders on Team USA right now. Serving as the Captain of the USA Water Polo Men’s National Team, Max brings leadership, experience, and intensity that set the tone for the entire program.
And with LA28 coming up, having athletes like him actively involved in growing the sport is huge.
Through this continued partnership, S&R Sport x Delfina USA and Max will focus on:
- Youth water polo development
- Clinics and hands-on training
- Expanding the reach of water polo across the United States
- Inspiring the next generation of athletes
If you’re trying to grow water polo in the U.S., this is exactly how you do it.
Max Irving’s International Water Polo Career Highlights
Max has been producing at a high level for years—and he shows up when it matters most.
- 2024 Paris Olympics (Bronze Medal) – 12 goals
- 2025 World Aquatics Championships (Singapore) – 14 goals
- 2025 World Cup Division 1 – 9 goals (2nd on Team USA)
- 2023 Pan American Games (Gold Medal) – 25 goals (2nd on Team USA)
- 2023 World Championships (Fukuoka) – 15 goals
- 2022 World Championships (Budapest) – 13 goals
- 2020 Tokyo Olympics – 8 goals
He’s not just participating, he’s producing consistently.
Playing for the Best Club in the World: Pro Recco
Right now, Max is competing for Pro Recco in Italy, widely considered the best water polo club in the world.
He’s also played for:
- Brescia (Italy)
- Telimar (Italy)
- Olympiacos (Greece) – Greek Super Cup Champion
- Hydraikos (Greece)
His time in Europe has been a huge part of his development.
“Playing in Europe has been fundamental to my growth… you’re competing against the best every day.”
That kind of experience is exactly what translates to success on the Olympic stage.
From UCLA Champion to Team USA in 3 Years
Max’s journey is one of the most underrated parts of his story.
- UCLA NCAA Champion (2017)
- Three-time All-American
- Went from redshirt to U.S. National Team in just three years
That kind of jump doesn’t happen without a serious work ethic and consistency.
More Than an Athlete: Growing the Game
What makes this partnership even better is what Max is doing outside the pool. He’s actively helping grow water polo, especially with younger athletes. From clinics to community involvement, he’s making the sport more accessible and more visible. And that matters. Because if water polo is going to grow in the U.S., it needs athletes who actually care about building it, not just playing it.
Looking Ahead to LA28
With the Olympics coming to Los Angeles in 2028, everything is building toward that moment. And having Max Irving locked in with S&R Sport x Delfina USA through LA28 just makes sense.
This is about:
- Growing the sport
- Elevating Team USA
- Inspiring the next wave
The energy around water polo right now is real, and this partnership is a big part of it.
