Women's Water Polo Recruiting / Hawaii / Honolulu, HI / Punahou School / Jayden Ching

Jayden Ching '25 Recruiting Profile

Punahou SchoolHonolulu, HIWomen's Water Polo
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ClubOahu water polo club
Height5'7"
Weight140lbs
Age17
Primary PositionUtility
Secondary Position2M Defender
Dominant HandRight

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Personal Statement

I’m excited about the opportunity to continue growing both on the field and in the classroom at the collegiate level. My goals are to excel in my sport while pursuing a degree in Engineering/Data Science, where I can apply the discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills I’ve honed over the years. I believe I’m a strong candidate for any team because I bring a relentless work ethic, a commitment to constant improvement, and a passion for both academics and athletics.

What sets me apart from other recruits is my balance of character, athletic ability, and academic dedication. On the field, I’m known for my drive to push my limits, support my teammates, and adapt quickly during high-pressure situations. Off the field, I’m equally committed to my studies, consistently achieving strong academic results while taking on challenging coursework. My coaches, teachers, and peers often mention my leadership and my willingness to put in the extra work—qualities I plan to carry forward in college.

Ultimately, I see collegiate sports as not just a platform for athletic success, but as an opportunity to develop as a well-rounded individual. I’m eager to contribute to a team that values hard work, resilience, and academic excellence, and I’m ready to make a meaningful impact both in competitions and in the classroom.

Athletics

High School Information

  • Years w/ Varsity
  • 3 years
  • Varsity Starter
  • 2 years
  • 2024 Varsity Team
  •  
    Starter
     - Jersey: #5
  • 2023 Varsity Team
  • Jersey: #7
  • 2022 Varsity Team
  •  
    Starter
     - Jersey: #8
  • Individual Awards
  • 2nd Team All-Conference
  • Team Awards
  • 1st Place Championship - Div. II, Conference Champs

Club Information

  • Seasons of Club Experience
  • 8 seasons
  • 2024 Oahu water polo club (Youth)
  • 2024 ODP National Championship - Team Hawaii, 2024 Junior Olympics, Session 2, Bay Area
  • 2023 Punahou Water Polo Club (Varsity)
  • Participation included weight training.
  • 2022 Oahu water polo club (Cadet)
  • ODP National Team Representing Hawaii
  • 2022 Oahu water polo club (Cadet)
  • ODP Regional Team Representing Hawaii
  • 2021 Oahu water polo club (14U)
  • 2020 Kamehameha Water Polo Club
  • 2020 USA Water Polo ODP Hawaii (12U)
  • Represented in regional championship. Was selected to national championship but unable to participate due to pandemic.
  • 2019 Kamehameha Water Polo Club

Coach References

  • Travel / Club Coach
  • Kyle Utsumi
  • High School Head Coach
  • Ken Smith
  • High School Assistant Coach
  • Aaron Chaney
  • Travel / Club Coach
  • Eko Lapp
  • Other
  • Mark Maretzki
  • Travel / Club Coach
  • Chris Aguilera

Events

  • Camp/Event
  • 2024 Junior Olympics
  • 7/25/24 to 7/28/24
  • Participating with Oahu Water Polo Club's 18U Kai (A) team. Main position played: Center Defender
  • Camp/Event
  • Stanford Water Polo Camp
  • 7/24/23 to 7/25/23
  • Participated with skills focused on Center Defender.
  • Camp/Event
  • 2023 Junior Olympics
  • 7/20/23 to 7/23/23
  • Participated with Oahu Water Polo Club 16U Kai team. Remained in Platinum division, ranked 22 overall.
  • Camp/Event
  • 2023 ODP National Championship
  • 3/24/23 to 3/26/23
  • Camp/Event
  • Frozen Cup
  • 2/03/23 to 2/05/23
  • Cadet 16U - Undefeated.
  • Camp/Event
  • 2022 - 2023 ODP Regional Evaluation
  • 11/26/22 to 11/27/22
  • Selected to take part in National Championship.
  • Camp/Event
  • Evan Cousineau Cup
  • 10/07/22 to 10/09/22
  • Scored last 3 points for team to win by 1 point at the last game of the tournament. Played as a Utility, with dominating position as Center.
  • Camp/Event
  • 2022 Junior Olympics
  • 7/28/22 to 7/31/22
  • Camp/Event
  • 2021 - 2022 ODP National Championship
  • 3/18/22 to 3/20/22
  • Camp/Event
  • 2021 - 2022 USA Water Polo ODP Regional Championship
  • 1/08/22 to 1/09/22
  • Selected to participate in National Championship
  • Camp/Event
  • 2021 Junior Olympics
  • 7/29/21 to 8/01/21
  • 5th Overall
  • Camp/Event
  • Stanford Summer Water Polo Camp
  • 7/27/21 to 7/27/21
  • Camp/Event
  • 2021 ODP Regional Championship
  • 5/29/21 to 5/31/21
  • 3rd Place
  • Camp/Event
  • 2020 USA Water Polo Girls Holiday Camp
  • 12/04/20 to 12/06/20
  • Camp/Event
  • USA Water Polo ODP
  • 1/10/20 to 1/12/20
  • Camp/Event
  • USA Water Polo Junior Olympics
  • 7/25/19 to 7/28/19
  • 2nd Place
  • Camp/Event
  • 2023 USAWP ODP National Championship

Training

  • Stanford University Water Polo Training Camp
  • 2 years
  • Summer Program 2021, 2022

Additional Sports

  • Swimming
  • 10 years
  • Club/Travel Team
  • HI State time, regional swim qualifier but unable to participate due to pandemic.
  • Swimming
  • 3 years
  • Junior Varsity Team
  • Obtained state qualifier times during season, one of the top 8 100m backstroke swimmers in division.

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Academics

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High School Information

High SchoolPunahou School
StateHawaii
Enrollment3743

Academic Accomplishments

Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Biology Honors (SO.) English (SR.)
Are you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. AP Environmental Science (SO) AP Physics (SR.) AP Computer Science (SR.)
Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
Yes

Awards and Activities

  • AwardsNational Honor Society, 2022 USAWP Academic All American, 2023 USAWP Nick Johnson Award, 2023 USAWP Academic All American Outstanding Honors, National Society of High School Scholars
  • ActivitiesGirl Scouts: Bronze Award Recipient, Girl Scouts: Silver Award Recipient

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