This year’s Water Polo coaching conference promises to be a really beneficial day and ties in to the additional coach development that we’re currently working on. It will take place 9:00-17:00 on Saturday 25th May at the Sportpark, Loughborough University campus with speakers and outline of topics below. As we are aware that most of
During 2023, World Aquatics introduced a number of new rules in Water Polo. During this online session, Chris Stephens the Officials Lead in the Water Polo Leadership Group will offer a comprehensive explanation of the new rules and their implementation followed by the opportunity for questions. The session, aimed at referees, is also open to
There is a Referee Course being hosted by Hitchin SC on 11th June, 1pm-4pm (latest) as part of a Junior Water Polo Tournament. Following a classroom course, candidates will have the opportunity to get some practical experience with Paul Metcalfe. Venue– CHQ architects, Whitehorse Street, Baldock, SG7 6QQ Cost- £5 per candidate To book– please
It’s been a great two weekends of play for the U18 Girls and U18 Boys Water polo teams at the Inter-Regionals. It started off with the U18 girls travelling to Bolton on the 19th & 20th March to play in Division two. They played two full days of matches and ending the weekend on 2
Swim England East Region Water Polo held their first Club Referee course online via Zoom on Saturday 5th February 2022. It was a great turn out with 19 learners on the morning course and 20 on the afternoon course. This is the first step on the Swim England WP Referee Pathway. It gave the learners
Congratulations to the players representing the Region last weekend at the Inter Regionals in Walsall. Great effort was given by all players, and a huge thank you to all coaches and team managers involved. A full report has been produced by the Head Coach, Tim Whitwham.
Last weekend the East Region U16 boys (2006 and 2007 born) travelled to Walsall to compete in the inter Regional Tournament. They played really well and developed as players, individuals and as a team over the two days. Well done boys, and a huge thank you to coaches and team managers involved with the team. A
With new rules coming in to the sport just before our first lockdown, many people will not yet be familiar with them. The Region is hosting a rules refresher session for coaches, officials, parents, and players on Wednesday 25th August. Please register your interest to attend
The Region is taking players 2007- 2010 born into the Academy which is the start of the water polo talent pathway. The first Academy date is 24th July at Riverside Ice and Leisure. Players who meet set criteria at the Regional Academy may be selected to attend the National Academy. At the National Academy, players have
After open recruitment the region has successfully recruited Dean Walker as the new Regional Water Polo Manager. Dean will lead the Regional Water Polo Group in planning and managing an effective structure of competitions within the region, and to ensure effective development of Water Polo within the region in accordance with the Swim England East
Water Polo Manager Needed Following the resignation of our Water Polo Manager, Swim England East Region is currently looking for a new manager. If you think you may be able to help with this voluntary role, please read the role description, and if you are still interested, contact the Regional Chairman at [email protected] Please note
The Swim England Water Polo Leadership Group has agreed a new qualification structure for water polo referees. The new qualifications are based on each referee’s level of competence at club, regional, national and international competitions.
