Gianni Taranto

Saw game action as a junior in 2018 and finished the season with two goals, four assists, three field blocks, two steals and two ejections earned.
Scored both of his goals in 2018 in Cal's season-opening win over Air Force on Sept. 1.
Returned for his sophomore season in 2017 and scored two goals.
Both goals came in Cal's 20-6 win over San Jose State on Oct. 15.
Made his Cal debut as a redshirt freshman in 2016 and scored a goal to kick off his collegiate career.
Found the net for the first time as a Golden Bear against Whittier on Sept. 23.
Earned the team's Scholar-Athlete of the Year award for the 2016 season.
Joined the Bears in 2015 and redshirted.

High School/National Team/Club Success:

Played for the Drummoyne Water Polo Club in Drummoyne, Australia where he helped the club take the bronze at both the U-18 (2015) and U-16 (2013) national championships. Won gold with Drummoyne at the U-18 Sydney Metro competition.
Also played for Saint Ignatius College in Riverview where he was team captain as well as team MVP in 2014.

Personal:

Strong student earned the high school Dux award at Saint Ignatius as well as a Caltex All-Rounder award and a medal for languages.
Intended Political Economy major.
Oldest of three siblings.