Michael Goldenberg is the esteemed boys water polo coach at St. Thomas Aquinas High School and a respected leader within the South Florida water polo community.
Michael has dedicated over three decades to coaching, with nearly two decades spent at STA, where he has built one of the premier high school water polo programs in the state. Known for his disciplined approach, attention to detail, and ability to develop both talent and character, his teams consistently compete at the highest level. His remarkable coaching career includes numerous achievements and accolades. In 2025, he led the Raiders to district and region championships, further solidifying the program’s reputation for sustained excellence. Additionally, he has secured multiple regional championships throughout his tenure, demonstrating a standard of consistency that few programs can match. In 2013, Michael guided his team to a state championship and has been a state runner-up in 2012, 2014, and 2015, highlighting a dominant stretch of success. His outstanding coaching abilities and leadership have earned him recognition as Broward County Miami Herald and Sun Sentinel Coach of the Year on multiple occasions, reflecting the respect he has garnered across the region.
In addition to coaching at STA, Michael manages the South Florida Water Polo Club, a highly competitive travel program based in Pompano Beach, where he continues to elevate the sport at the grassroots and elite levels. His dedication to developing athletes extends well beyond the high school season, as he mentors players year-round and helps guide them through the recruiting process. His impact is evident in the number of athletes who have advanced to compete at the collegiate level, including RJ Moore (Bucknell University), Bruce Espinoza (St. Francis College), Eric Goldenberg (UCLA), Luksa Vlasic (Iona College), Michael Walk (Cal Baptist University), Jacob Harkins (Penn State Behrend), Devan Williams (Gannon University), and Giovanni Martino (Gannon University). Through his leadership, passion, and commitment to excellence, Michael Goldenberg continues to shape not only successful teams, but also well-rounded student-athletes prepared for the next level.
The following article is courtesy of Bill Daley of the Miami Herald. The photo is courtesy of Al Diaz of the Miami Herald. Three times during the season, the Ransom Everglades boys water polo faced St. Thomas Aquinas boys water polo—and all three times, Ransom managed to edge them out in tight contests, including two…
