2025 Cuesta College Alberta Deutsche Fan of the Year John Rocha has been a supportive and positive presence at all the Cougars' Aquatic events. John's son, Conner Rocha, has also been a standout member of the Cougars' aquatics program for the past two years. He is a two-time all-Conference water polo player earned all-America honors during both of his seasons on the swim team. John has supported his teams and has been a mainstay at all the Cougars' aquatic events, cheering on Conner and his teammates, while also improving the experience for his fellow parents and fans. He worked the BBQ at home games, drove the team van on road trips and, most importantly, live streamed and commentated the Cougars' water polo games on Facebook. John's enthusiasm for the Cougars brought more fans to the pool and drew the community together online. Cuesta Athletic Director Bob Mariucci says of the Alberta Deutsche Fan of the Year, "John has been such an incredible supporter of Cuesta College Athletics over the past few years. He has dedicated himself to help drive the Men's Water Polo team and Swim teams, video tape all games and swim meets, head up the BBQs for our events and is known for the best tri-tip on the Central Coast! John has become a true advocate of all Cuesta College Athletics. Thank you, John, for your incredible support and friendship." Aquatics Coach Greg Enloe added "John was incredible with live streaming events, providing food for our large events, interacting with the athletes, driving the team to games, and representing the school immaculately"
This award was created in 2010 to honor Alberta Deutsche and her dedicated support of the Cuesta Cougars and to all those who share her passion for collegiate athletics.
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Alberta Deutsche Fan of the Year Award
(Est. 2010)
2010 Monica Satterwhite
2011 Jim Battersby
2012 Frank Martinez
2013 Anthony Koeninger
2014 Tommy Gin
2015 Jani Johnson
2016 Henry Valaau
2017 Kris Ballew
2018 Mike Kinter
2019 Rob Thomas
2020 Stephanie Shinkawa
2021 Cuesta Virtual Fan
2022 Robert Meyer
2023 Don Morris
2024 Irma Wheeler
2025 John Rocha
