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Merrill MosesAmerican athlete, water polo goalkeeper, participant in the 2008 Olympics
Date of Birth: 13.08.1977
Country:  USA |
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Merrill Moses: Legendary Water Polo Goalkeeper
Early Life and EducationMerrill Moses, born on August 13, 1977, in Harbor City, California, is a prominent American water polo goalkeeper. Growing up on a ranch in Palos Verdes, he excelled academically and musically, earning recognition for his saxophone and viola skills.
Moses initially focused on swimming but later expanded his athletic pursuits to football and basketball. As he progressed through high school, the need to specialize led him to choose water polo, a sport that combined his love for swimming, ball games, and physicality.
Moses attended Pepperdine University, where he became an integral part of the varsity water polo team and cemented his position as goalkeeper.
International Debut and Milestones
In 1999, Moses made his international debut at the World University Games in Spain, where the American team finished fourth. He continued to represent the United States at major tournaments, including the 2001 FINA World Championships (7th place) in Japan and the 2002 World Cup in Belgrade (7th place).
Moses's crowning achievement came at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where he earned a silver medal with the American team. The gold medal went to Hungary.
Personal Interests
Beyond his water polo pursuits, Moses enjoys an active lifestyle that includes snowboarding and scuba diving. He also has a passion for cooking, specializing in delectable dishes, particularly salmon.
Moses is an avid movie enthusiast, drawn to stories of heroic and principled characters. His favorite films include "Gladiator," and he admires actors Matthew McConaughey and Scarlett Johansson. His musical preferences range from Jack Johnson and Ben Harper to Damian Marley and Rage Against the Machine. His favorite songs include "Bubbly Toes" and "Ave Maria."
