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Santa Margarita boys and girls water polo coach Brian Weathersby, who guided the girls to three CIF-SS titles, has resigned, Weathersby and the Trinity League school confirmed.
With the boys season approaching in the fall, Weathersby departs after leading the boys to the CIF-SS Open Division playoffs twice during his two-year stint in 2023-24.
In 12 seasons with the girls, he guided the Eagles to three section championships (2014 in Division 2, ’19 in Division 2 and ’23 in Division 1) and four Trinity League titles.
“After careful consideration, I made the decision to step down from my coaching role due to internal circumstances that no longer aligned with my values or coaching philosophy,” Weathersby said in a statement. “My focus has always been on fostering a positive, disciplined and respectful team environment.”
“While it was a difficult decision, I’m proud of what we accomplished and remain committed to supporting young athletes and building strong team cultures wherever I go.”
On Thursday, Santa Margarita athletic director Donald Evans declined comment on Weathersby’s statement about “internal circumstances.” The school expressed gratitude for Weathersby’s service in announcing his resignation as the boys coach on Friday, July 11.
In April, Santa Margarita announced Orange Coast College assistant Aaron Arias as its new girls coach.
Weathersby was selected The Register’s O.C. girls coach of the year in 2014 after his first season at the helm.
Last season, the Eagles’ girls went 2-21 and missed the playoffs for only the second time under Weathersby.
He finished with an overall record of 184-125 with the girls program.
Coach Christian Macias, an assistant under Weathersby, is helping Santa Margarita boys in its transition period, Evans stated.
Weathersby said he is interested in continuing to coach in the high school ranks. He added that he is no longer coaching club with SOCAL.
