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Longtime coach, judge, & diving advocate Tom Trapp passes away
US PDCA and the diving community mourns the loss of longtime diving coach and judge Tom Trapp. Trapp founded Santa Clara Divers in 1981 and later coached at Tualatin Hills Dive Club, Pacific Northwest Diving, and Emerald Dive Club. He judged numerous conference and NCAA championships and was a volunteer for USA Diving. Tom was passionate about diving and an active participant in conversations until his passing.
Click below to read more from his friend Ron Piemonte.
USA Diving now accepting grant applications
Grant applications for the 2026 USA Diving Developmental Grant are now open. Applications are due on October 28, 2025, and recipients will be announced by the end of the year. This opportunity exists to provide financial grants to USA Diving Clubs to develop programs for disadvantaged youth and to grow the sport of diving.
If you are a Club that has not previously participated in this program, grants of up to $5,000 are available. For Clubs that have previously participated in this program, grants are available for up to $10,000. Please note, there is a specific application depending on which of the two scenarios your Club aligns with.
US PDCA Symposium moving to virtual only model for 2025
The U.S. Professional Diving Coaches Association (US PDCA) is proud to host our first-ever Symposium tailored to high school and club diving coaches, while also offering valuable learning and development opportunities for collegiate coaches. We know that diving coaches at all levels wear many hats — and this event was created to support the real-world challenges you face every day.
Whether you’re coaching a small high school team, leading a growing club, or managing a college program, this event is designed to inspire, educate, and equip you with practical tools and connections to help your athletes and your program thrive.