London Olympics | water polo

United States goalkeeper Merrill Moses is unable to stop a shot by Miho Boskovic of Croatia during a men’s quarterfinal water polo match. Croatia won, eliminating the U.S. from medal contention.  (Julio Cortez / Associated Press)

Jesse Smith of the United States, right, is challenged by Croatia’s Sandro Sukno during their men’s water polo quarterfinal match.  (Martin Bernetti / AFP/Getty Images)

United States men’s water polo coach Terry Schroeder can’t bear to watch anymore of his team’s quarterfinal loss to Croatia.   (Julio Cortez / Associated Press)

Andro Buslje, left, of Croatia defends against Ryan Bailey of the United States during their quarterfinal water polo match.  (Julio Cortez / Associated Press)

Adam Wright, left, of the United States shoots as Maro Jokovic of Croatia defends.  (Julio Cortez / Associated Press)