Rivalry, Respect & Water Polo Grit | Bobby “Buckets” Unexpected Connection | Weird Connections

What happens when your old high school rival turns out to be your biggest mirror? Can sports shape not just your skills, but your character?

In this episode of Weird Connections, hosts Ryan Weir and Eddie Booze sit down with Bobby Stephenson, a.k.a. Bobby Buckets, a former water polo standout from Corona Del Mar School. What begins as a look back on shared athletic experiences quickly turns into a deeper conversation about perspective, personal growth, and how surprising life’s connections can be. Through honesty, humor, and hometown history, Bobby reflects on rivalry, resilience, and what it means to grow up on the other side of the pool.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Bobby’s memories of playing water polo at Newport Harbor
• The tension and pride in the CDM vs. NHHS rivalry
• Reflecting on mindset, ego, and the high school ...