November 2024
Written by Joanna Mazewski
Our high school winter season has just kicked off this week. As a reminder, Team Orlando Water Polo Club is open to all high school water polo players from the Central Florida area. Our program accepts athletes at any experience level, provided that they can meet a basic swimming and treading standard.
Come join our high school athletes every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 3-5pm and Wednesday from 2-4pm at the Rosen Aquatic Center.
Battle of the Bay Recap:
Our 12u team won 2nd place at the Battle of the Bay tournament while our 15u team went an impressive 2-2 during their weekend in Tampa. Congratulations to all of our athletes and coaches and a huge thank you to our parents who provided snacks and refreshments and most importantly, all of their support.
Beast of the East Tournament:
Our next tournament will be the Beast of the East at the National Training Center in Clermont December 13-15th.
The entry fee for this tournament will be $65 per athlete.
Currently, we have the following teams:
18u boys
18u girls
15u boys
13u boys (coed)
Pending
15u girls
13u girls
Holiday Schedule:
Please mark your calendars for our holiday schedule. Both our Juniors and High School will have a modified schedule. Also, please note that our Splashball hours will remain the same.
Our practices will be from 8–10am on the following dates:
November 25th, 26th and 27th
December 23rd, 26th, 30th, 31st
January 2nd
ODP Zone camps in Clermont:
As many athletes and parents know by now, the 2024/2025 ODP tryouts for water polo in Florida will take place at various locations across the state. These camps are open to ALL USAWP Silver or Gold athletes.
The boys zone camp will take place on Saturday, November 16th at the National Training Center while the girls camp will be on Sunday, November 17th at the same location.
Athlete Highlight:
Mete Gunduz is a senior at Dr. Phillips High School and a standout goalie for our club. When asked about why local athletes should join our club, Mete said:
“Team Orlando's team dynamic is unmatched. We're not just teammates or regular friends but we become a family, a loyal and fun family that keeps everyone motivated and excited for each and every practice and game, to a point where we forget that waterpolo is actually the toughest sport you can play.”
Looking Ahead:
High School water polo season runs now through January 9th.
Team Orlando car wash fundraiser in the works. More details to come.
December 13-15, 2024: Beast of The East -
National Training Center, in Clermont, FL
January 3 - 5, 2025: Patriot Water Polo Winter Invitational