[2][3][4] He trained in swimming and water polo with the highly competitive teams of the Chicago Athletic Association where he would become a life member.

In an era before specialized coaches, Robinson managed swimming, diving and water polo, producing Olympians in all three sports.

McGillivray competed as both a swimmer and exceptional water polo player for the Illinois Athletic Club.

With Daniels playing goalie, the U.S. Water Polo team finished in a four-way tie for fifth place against a highly competitive European field of competitors.

After services, he was buried in Memorial Park Cemetery, at Gross Point Road in Skokie, Illinois.