Emily Riddle enters first year on Grymes Hill in the roles of Women’s Water Polo Assistant Coach and Equipment Manager.
A four-year competitor on the Seahawk women's water polo team, the 2017 graduate enjoyed a decorated career on Grymes Hill. A member of the winningest class in program history with 105 career victories, Riddle captained the 2017 roster to its fourth consecutive Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) championship, becoming the first team in league history to win four-straight titles. The Green & White went on to capture its first-ever NCAA victory with a 6-5 triumph over UC San Diego, joining the 2012 Wagner football team as the only Wagner programs to win an NCAA playoff game.
A two-time MAAC Defensive Player of the Year and All-MAAC First Team selection, Riddle was a force in the cage throughout her playing career. Starting in all 147 contests for the Green & White, the netminder ranks second in program history with 995 career saves.
The Canadian native enjoyed her best season in the net during her senior campaign, ranking second in the conference with 232 saves on the season. Allowing just 5.67 goals per game, the recently graduated Riddle accumulated four Defensive Player of the Week honors while being named Defensive Player of the Year, and selected to the All-MAAC First Team and All-Tournament Team.
In addition to her success in the water, Riddle was a four-time NCAA Academic All-American as well as a three-time MAAC All-Academic Team Honoree. She was also a member of all three squads that garnered the highest grade point average among women's water polo programs in the nation from 2014 to 2016.
Prior to her Wagner career, Riddle was a standout player for the Calgary Renegades in Alberta, Canada where she was part of teams that won both the U16 and U18 Canadian National Championships.
Along with her water polo responsibilities, Riddle will serve as the equipment manager for the athletic department.
