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WALNUT, Calif. — Throughout his water polo career, Max Irving has drawn inspiration from his father, Michael. Each of them knows what it's like to work in front of a hostile crowd. Max Irving is preparing for the Paris Olympics, looking to help the U.S. to its first medal since it won silver in 2008, and Michael Irving is a longtime men's college basketball referee assigned to the NCAA Tournament again this year. Max Irving says he thinks his dad's professionalism and focus when he is officiating is inspiring. Michael Irving says he is looking forward to watching Max play in Paris this summer.
