NCCP Coaches Clinic
Community Coach
February 27th+28th, Toronto
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OWP Club Championships
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Ontario vs Quebec Champions Cup.
OWP and the FWPQ are proud to announce the final dates of the 2010 Ontario vs Quebec Champions Cup.
18U Men and Women
=> April 9th -11th in Hull, Quebec

16U boys and girls
=> April 23rd – 25th in Montreal Quebec

14U Boys and Girls
=> June 4th – 6th in Montreal Quebec.
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OWP and WPC Sanctioned club events:


WPC Open Talent ID camp (Feb 22nd-24th)

BC Open Jan. 28th-31st (16U+18U)

Gatineau 16Ugirls event (Feb 12-14th)

Invitation senior C in Laval (March 19-21)

24th Alberta Open March 25th-28th

"Polopalooza-The Musical" April 9-11

CAEM_invitational 14U AAA (april 23-25)

2nd Annual WPC Masters International Festival
WPC CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS
2010 NCC Registration Form.doc

2010 NCC Roster Form.doc

Ontario 2009 -10 Event Calendar (January 18th, 2010)
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406Jun. 22, 2010Ontario Water Polo looking for a summer studentOntario Water Polo is seeking a person less than 25 years of age, for a position this summer
401Jan. 25, 2010WPC announces 18U (born in 1993+) camp detailsWPC is proud to announce the beginning of the selection process for athletes born 1993 and 1994 for the Junior Men’s National Team.
403Jan. 25, 2010Camp Olympia Summer Water Polo CampOlympia Sports Camp, tucked away in the heart of Muskoka, is offering a Water Polo Camp from July 4th - 10th.
405Jan. 25, 2010OWP Members hosting eventsThis is to notify all OWP members of a new procedure for hosting events has been sent to us from WPC.
399Jan. 21, 2010A small town Canadian boy wins Hungarian awardAaron Feltham started playing water polo in his home town for the Lindsay Blue Devils Water Polo club under the direction of head coach and club founder Paula Fisher.
385Jan. 18, 20102009-10 Quest for Gold Athlete NominationsOWP is proud to announce the athletes who have been nominated for the 2009-10 Quest For Gold Athlete Assistance.
387Jan. 18, 20102010 Ontario vs Quebec Champions CupOWP and FWPQ are proud to announce the final dates and locations for the 2010 Ontario vs Quebec Champions Cup.
393Jan. 18, 2010Senior Men Nationals dates announcedWater Polo Canada is proud to announce the Senior Men’s National Club Championship will take place at the Claude Robillard Sports Centre May 27-30, 2010 in Montreal, QC as originally announced last summer.
389Jan. 15, 2010The 2nd Annual Water Polo Masters FestivalThe 2nd Annual Water Polo Masters Festival hosted by Water Polo Canada and the Quebec Water Polo Federation will take place in Montreal, QC at the Parc Jean Drapeau Aquatic Centre July 2-4, 2010.
397Jan. 14, 2010The passing of Gordon 'Dinger' Van Tol"Former national water polo player was 'class act' in and out of pool". By Martin Cleary, The Ottawa Citizen January 14, 2010
391Jan. 13, 2010Senior women nationals dates announcedThe date and location of the Senior Women’s National Club Championship has been confirmed. Water Polo Canada is proud to announce the annual event will take place at the Claude Robillard Sports Centre June 11-13, 2010 In Montreal, QC.
395Jan. 11, 2010Kingston Water Polo launches websiteWith the support of the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) and the growing participation levels over the past two years Kingston Water Polo is pleased to direct your attention to Kingston’s newest aquatic sport website, www.waterpolokingston.net
379Dec. 14, 2009Canada wins bronze medal at Holiday CupCanada won the bronze medal on Sunday at the Holiday Cup women’s water polo tournament tying the U.S., 8-8 in a battle between the top-two ranked countries in the world.
381Dec. 14, 2009Team Cohesion (from SIRC)Team cohesion is critical, as it can often impact performance. However, this can be difficult as all athletes have different personalities, goals, achievements and athletic ability. (Article from Sport Information Resource Centre)
383Dec. 14, 2009WPC National club championship reminderWater Polo Canada would like to remind all of its coaches, Head Coach and Assistant Coach alike, of their necessary coaching certification for the 2010 season. All coaches are required to have successfully completed the Competition- Introduction module of Making Ethical Decisions (MED) - all coaches must be MED “certified”.
373Dec. 07, 2009Nominate your Coach for Chunky MVCThe Coaching Association of Canada and Campbell’s® Chunky® are recognizing outstanding coaches from across Canada! We know some of the best coaches are coaching Water Polo and deserve to be named an MVC! Nominations for the Chunky MVC: Most Valuable Coach contest end January 6, 2010.
375Dec. 07, 2009Canada wins Bronze at Canada CupMarina Radu of Pointe-Claire, Que., scored the winning goal with just over a minute remaining in the game to give Canada a 6-5 victory over Italy for the bronze medal on Sunday at the Canada Cup women’s water polo tournament.
377Dec. 07, 2009It’s Time To Recognize Your Coach!Its time again to recognize the outstanding contribution your coach has made! The Ontario Coaching Excellence Awards aim to recognize the outstanding achievements and significant contributions coaches have made to both their sport and athletes in Ontario.
365Nov. 30, 2009Ontario Sport Awards Nominations requiredEvery year the Ontario Ministry of Health Promotion and the Sport Alliance of Ontario recognize the province’s top athletes, teams, coaches, volunteers and corporate partners
367Nov. 30, 2009New OWP board elected at 41st AGMOn behalf of Ontario Water Polo Mr. Bruce Youngblud, president, congratulated and thanked outgoing board members Mr. Darren Ablett and Mr. Hurd Stein for their service to OWP. He also expresses his gratitude for outgoing Technical Committee member Mr. David Hart for his long term vision and leadership that David brought to the technical committee.
369Nov. 30, 2009Ravens and Blues rule the OUA polo poolThe final Ontario University Athletics (OUA) banners of the decade were awarded on Sunday at the Ivor Wynne Centre Pool at McMaster University, as the Carleton Ravens and Toronto Varsity Blues won the women's and men's water polo championships, respectively.
371Nov. 30, 2009Lets Make WavesVoting for the Semi-Finals in the Aviva Community Fund contest stsrts December 2nd. Vote for SOS (Sink or SWIM) to keep city of Toronto pools open.
363Nov. 25, 2009OUA Final Four press releaseA month’s worth of determination and hard-fought battles comes down to two days of fierce competition, as McMasterUniversity hosts the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) men’s and women’s water polo championships on Nov. 28 and 29.
359Nov. 24, 2009Women in sport grant availableThe Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS) announced today that it is offering twelve grants of $900 to active girls and women and/or organizations offering sport programs
361Nov. 24, 2009OUA Water Polo Final FourThe men and women Ontario University Championships will be contested at McMaster University November 28th-29th.
357Nov. 16, 2009NCCP Community Coaching CourseOntario Water Polo will be hosting the newly launched NCCP Community Water Polo course in Toronto on Saturday December 12th and 19th.
353Nov. 12, 2009EXERCISE & BRAINPOWERThe link between exercise and more brainpower: Neuroscientists say parents who want to boost their children's mental performance should encourage kids to hit the road before they hit the books – Nov 7/09 – Globe and Mail by Anne McIlroy
355Nov. 12, 2009More online resources on H1N1New online sport and non-sport resources about the H1N1 flu virus
345Nov. 09, 20092015 Pan Am Games comes to OntarioOntario Premier Dalton McGuinty today released the following statement regarding Ontario being awarded the 2015 Pan Am Games:
347Nov. 09, 200924th Andrew Watson Memorial resultsThanks to Bob Shaw, the Guelph Water Polo Club and the City of Guelph for hosting and operating the 24th Annual Andrew Watson Memorial Tournament.
349Nov. 09, 2009Pan Am win opens city's wallet in hard timesMillions of dollars will start to flow quickly to build new swimming pools, other sports venues and affordable housing, thanks to Toronto's decisive first-ballot victory to host the 2015 Pan American Games.
351Nov. 08, 200914 New Regional Referees in OntarioOWP has an additional 14 new regional Referees. Special thanks to the course conductors Mr. Bill Mackay and Mr. Doriel Terpenka for doing an excellent job in running the course.
339Nov. 02, 2009Central Region Female Selects to MontrealOn November 20th-22nd the OWP Central Region Selects girls will travel to Montreal to play with the Quebec Provincial team and the Nations Capital NDC during the finals of the Canadian Select League.
341Nov. 02, 2009Junior National Coach Job PostingWater Polo Canada is seeking the services of a Head Coach for its Junior Men’s and Women's National Team programs.
343Nov. 02, 2009H1N1 information from the Coaches Assoc. of Ont.The Coaches Association of Ontario (CAO) is asking coaches to work together to fight the spread of the H1N1 Flu to help protect players, coaches, parents and administrators. Team staff need to emphasize to players and parents the need for total cooperation in all aspects concerning hygiene, but specifically to the prevention of the transmission of the H1N1 virus. Children should still be encouraged to participate in sport.
337Oct. 30, 20092009-10 Quest for Gold Athlete AssistanceThe Quest for Gold – Ontario Athlete Assistance Program 2009/2010 (OAAP) is funded by the Provincial Government of Ontario, through the Ministry of Health Promotion. The Program will provide direct financial assistance to Ontario athletes through an “Ontario Card” designation.
333Oct. 29, 2009H1N1 FLU VIRUS and PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESSSPORT4ONTARIO has received numerous requests for information on the H1N1 flu virus and pandemic preparedness. We trust you will find the following resources of value.
335Oct. 29, 2009Fall Water Polo Festival Schedule onlineOctober 30th to November 1st Ontario Water Polo is hosting the Fall Water Polo Festival at the Etobicoke Olympium in Toronto.
325Oct. 26, 2009WPC announces born in 1995 boys national teamBorn in 1995 and younger and they will be eligible to participate in all Camps and Tournaments organized for this age group.
327Oct. 26, 2009Quest for Gold Athlete Assistance AnnouncementOWP will send out to member clubs and update this website on Friday October 30th with the Application and Criteria information for athletes to receive Ontario Quest for Gold Athlete Assistance.
329Oct. 26, 2009Ontario Sport Awards announcedThe Sport Alliance of Ontario have announced their 2009 Sport Awards criteria and nominations procedures. Deadline is January 11th, 2009
323Oct. 20, 2009Central Region Selects AthletesThe list of athletes identified and invited to participate with the Central Region Selects has been announced.
317Oct. 19, 2009Fall Water Polo Festival InformationThe successful Age Group Water Polo Festivals has been brought into the fall with this years event coming back to the Etobicoke Olympium in Toronto October 30th to November 1st.
321Oct. 19, 2009NEW FINA RULES 2009-2013New FINA rules have been posted online at:
319Oct. 14, 2009Club events and tournament information packagesPlease find the entry information for the following OWP and FWPQ events: KW 14U Classic, Phil MacLachlin Memorial (London HS boys and girls), DDO Autumn Classic (18U women), Hull Invitational (14U coed), CAMO Invitational (18U men) Laval Invitational (16U boys)
309Sep. 23, 2009Toronto School pools updateUnfair Advantage: Poorer areas can't rescue schools: Most schools spared the axe have ways of raising extra cash for swimming - Sep. 23/09, Toronto Star by Kristin Rushowy, Education Reporter.
311Sep. 23, 2009Updated OWP Event CalendarPlease find the latest updates on the OWP Event Calendar as of September 23rd.
313Sep. 23, 2009Destination Guelph Chosen to host 2010 Ontario cTORONTO: (September 22, 2009). Entering into its fourth year, the Ontario Coaches Conference will incorporate the Time is Now theme and bring together great expert speakers and close to 300 coaches for a weekend of learning, networking and celebration from February 26-28, 2010 in Guelph, Ontario.
315Sep. 23, 20092015 Pan Am Games updateMore on the 2015 Pan American games bid and the Evaluation visit fron the Evaluation committee
331Sep. 18, 200941st Ontario Water Polo AGMThis is to serve as the 1st notice of the Ontario Water Polo Association Incorporated 41st Annual General Meeting.
307Aug. 29, 2009Canadian Juniors end world champs with a winOur Canadian junior men finished the world championships with a 2-3-2 (w-l-t) record for an hard luck 11th place finish.
305Aug. 28, 2009GM Canada and the CAC coaching grantsThe Coaching Association of Canada is now accepting applications for the next wave of GM’s Making Dreams Possible Club Coaching Grants with the deadline of applications being September 21, 2009
303Aug. 13, 2009Team Canada loses in quarter finalsCanadian Water Polo Women Come Up Short Against the Netherlands at the Junior World Championships
299Aug. 09, 2009McIlveen scores twice for CanadaSarah McIlveen (York Mavericks) scored twice in Canada's first game victory over Germany at the 2009 Junior Women's Water Polo Championship being played in Russia. Sarah is joined by Nikola Colterjohn (Hamilton) and Rebekka Steenhammer (Ottawa) at these championships.
301Aug. 07, 20092008 Ontario Summer Games Coach awardedIn 2008 Krystina Alogbo was coaching at the Ontario Summer Games in Ottawa. In 2009 she is one of the top women's water polo player in the world.
297Jul. 08, 2009Canadian women advance to Semi finals at FISUThe Canadian women's water polo team finally put together a full 32-minute effort when it mattered most, overcoming an early deficit to make some history and defeat Australia 10-8 in their quarterfinal at the Summer Universiade.
295Jul. 06, 2009Masters Water Polo FestivalUnder the beautiful sunny skies of Montreal, QC, at the site of the 2005 FINA World Aquatic Championships (Parc Jean Drapeau), 4 teams gathered to celebrate water polo at the 1st ever Water Polo Canada International Masters Water Polo Festival. Teams from Calgary, Hamilton, York, and Montreal (CAMO) competed this past weekend (July 4-5) in a 30+ male category
293Jun. 25, 2009Can You Get Fit in Six Minutes a Week?A few years ago, researchers at the National Institute of Health and Nutrition in Japan put rats through a series of swim tests with surprising results.
291Jun. 15, 2009Canadian women win Silver at FINA LeagueThe Canadian women came up a little short today at the World League Super Final in Kirishi, Russia and will be bringing home the silver medal. The final score in the game was 9-6 in favour of the USA. This was Canada’s best finish ever in World League competition.
289Jun. 14, 2009Team Ontario training schedulesAll athletes (and parents) involved in the Team Ontario two centralized summer programs are reminded of the training hours starting June 29th.
283Jun. 11, 200916U Men’s National Team AnnouncementDue to many challenges that WPC has faced regarding the announcement of the program. The men's national team has decided to cancel their participation at 16U Pan American Games as well as the planned joint training with USA National Team for this summer,
287Jun. 11, 2009Report on Canada’s High Performance CoachesThe working conditions for Canada's high performance coaches are less than ideal given the significant time commitment, the heavy workload required, and the salaries received by coaches of the country's top athletes
285Jun. 10, 2009Regional Expansion ProjectsMember clubs and affiliates are encouraged to partner with OWP in order to increase participation in Water Polo across Ontario.
281Jun. 09, 2009Road to Excellence and Own the Podium realignCanada’s summer and winter national sport organizations will be united in their quest for more international medals under the name Own the Podium, the organization’s steering committee, announced on Monday.
277Jun. 05, 2009‘Making it Happen’ televised auction400 incredible items are up for bidding in Shaw’s second ‘Making it Happen’ televised auction to support CAN Fund!
279Jun. 04, 2009Ontario Harmonized Sales Tax impact Sport + RecIn the 2009 Ontario Budget, Finance Minister Duncan announced tax reforms in Ontario that would include a new blending of the current Ontario Retail Sales Tax (RST at 8%) and the federal Goods and Services Tax (GST at 5%).
275May. 19, 2009Post-Workout Sports Drink? Try Cereal and Milk.Athletes may get the same post-workout boost from a bowl of cereal as they might expect from a sports drink, researchers found.
276May. 19, 2009Call for Nominations: Jack Donohue Award & SheilCoaches of Canada recognizes a coach who exemplifies the great qualities that made Jack Donohue the legendary coach he was. These qualities include honesty, integrity, a positive attitude, competitiveness, a love of the sport, and that it is about more than just wins and losses.
274May. 18, 2009OWP 2009-10 Planning meetingOWP would like to invite all member clubs and affiliate members to the 2009-10 Planning meeting on Saturday June 6th at the Sport Alliance of Ontario building in Toronto.
273May. 14, 2009Masters Water Polo on FacebookIn hopes of expanding Masters Water Polo athletes and opportunities for OWP members we have created a Facebook page. The next event is July 3rd - 5th in Montreal.
272May. 12, 20092009 - 10 Event calendar and bid applicationsOWP is proud to announce the 2009-10 event calendar and application process to host the club championships and other OWP operated events.
271May. 11, 2009Mavericks and Titans win gold at 14UWith the final game being played in front of a crowd of over 200 specators the athletes in the water kept them on the edge of their seats as both championship games went into Overtime.
269May. 09, 200914U club champs news and notesThe Ottawa Titans and York Mavericks meet in the 2nd vs 3rd 14U girls semi final with Hamilton and OWP Unattached playing in the 1st vs 4th game. Ottawa, York and Guelph are competing for entry into the gold medal boys match.
270Apr. 29, 200918U OWP 'AA' Open May 29th-31st in OttawaThe AA 18U OWP event to be held in Ottawa at the Nepean Pool May 29th-31st has been cancelled due to low tournament registration.
268Apr. 17, 2009OWP High School Festival, April 24th - 26thSeventeen teams, Forty Games, Twelve hours of Athletes clinics and much more will make the Etobicoke Olympium a loud and exciting place to be on the April 24th - 26th weekend.
267Apr. 09, 2009Ontario vs Quebec Champions CupOWP received an email from the Quebec Water Polo Federation pulling out of the 16U Ontario vs. Quebec Champions Cup. OWP will be hosting an Ontario High School Water Polo Festival April 24th- 26th at the Etobicoke Olympium.
266Mar. 02, 2009London coach recognized by the CAOThe Coaches Association of Ontario (CAO) celebrated nine outstanding coaches from all levels of sport at the 2009 Coaching Excellence. Ray Lumsden of the London Eclipse was selected in the Grassroots/recreation category.
264Feb. 11, 2009Ottawa Titans employment opportunityThe Ottawa Titans Water Polo Association seeks applications for the position of Competitive Program Manager for the remainder of the 2008-2009 competitive season (23 Feb – 28 August 2009).
263Feb. 03, 20092015 PAN AM GAMES - News and ArticlesThe growth of Water Polo and sport in Ontario and across Canada will be greatly enhanced with the Pan American Games coming to the GTA in 2015.
262Jan. 29, 2009AthletesCan comments on the Federal BudgetAthletesCAN praises the federal government’s financial commitment to securing a healthier future for Canadian sport.
260Jan. 25, 2009Central Ontario Summer women announcementOntario Water Polo would like to congratulate the following athletes who have been selected to participate in the Central Ontario Centralization program (June 29th- July 17th) and Team Ontario International tour (July 17th – August 1st)
261Jan. 25, 2009Central Ontario Summer men announcementOntario Water Polo would like to congratulate the following athletes who have been selected to participate in the Central Ontario Centralization program (June 29th- July 17th) and Team Ontario International tour (July 17th – August 1st)
257Jan. 16, 2009“Camp Olympia” and OWP ‘Road to Excellence'We are proud to announce that the Water Polo program at Camp Olympia June 28th- July 4th will be part of the first step on the ‘Road to Excellence’.
258Jan. 16, 20092008-09 Quest for Gold Athlete NominationsOWP is proud to announce the athletes who have met the criteria, applied for and have been nominated to receive the Quest for Gold Ontario Cards.
259Jan. 16, 2009'AA' OWP Open, Nepean May 29th-31stMany athletes/teams who might not be ready for, choose not to attend or have a team capable of competing at a Canadian National Championships have been looking for events later in the polo season. We hope that by hosting this event we have provided an opportunity for these athletes to compete in our great sport!
256Jan. 15, 2009Eastern Ontario Summer Men's announcementOntario Water Polo would like to congratulate the following athletes who have been selected to participate in the Male Eastern Ontario Centralization program (June 29th- July 17th) and Team Ontario International tour (July 17th – August 1st)
255Jan. 15, 2009Eastern Ontario Summer women announcementOntario Water Polo would like to congratulate the following athletes who have been selected to participate in the Eastern Ontario Centralization program (June 29th- July 17th) and Team Ontario International tour (July 17th – August 1st)
253Jan. 09, 2009National Club ChampionshipsPlease find an open letter from Water Polo Canada concerning the 2009 Canadian National Championships
254Jan. 09, 2009Team Ontario Summer UpdateThe Team Ontario Summer of 2009 International tour plans have started....
252Jan. 05, 2009Ontario Club Championships informationThe OWP Club Championship handbook is available online at www.ontariowaterpolo.ca
251Dec. 22, 2008Team Ontario Summer AnnouncementOWP has received many applications to be part of the Summer of 2009 Team Ontario program.
250Dec. 11, 2008Adult Fitness Tax CreditThe federal government would save $2.5 billion over the next 21 years by extending the benefits of the current Children’s Fitness Tax Credit program to adults, according to Dave Hardy, President of the Fitness Industry Council of Canada
248Dec. 06, 2008Time to recgnize your coach!!!The Ontario Coaching Excellence Awards aim to recognize the outstanding achievements and significant contributions coaches have made to both their sport and athletes in Ontario.T here are five categories of awards which refer to the type of athlete the coach is primarily responsible for. In each category both males and female coaches will be recognized.
249Dec. 06, 2008Coaching Grants from the CAC and GMThe Coaching Association of Canada is pleased to announce that the General Motors Making Dreams Possible club coaching grant and high performance coach grant applications are now back online!
247Nov. 27, 2008Golden Horseshoe vs NDC OttawaThe game times of the Golden Horseshoe men team vs the National Development Centre (ottawa) have been announced.
245Nov. 26, 2008Ontario Water Polo office moveToday is the last day the OWP offices will be located at 1185 Eglinton Avenue east. The office will be closed from Thursday November 27th to Monday December 1st.
246Nov. 26, 2008Nominate your coach for the Chunky M.V.CoachCampbell's® Chunky® and the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) announced today the launch of the Chunky MVC: Most Valuable Coach
242Nov. 24, 2008OUA Water Polo All-StarsOntario University Athletics (OUA) is pleased to announce the 2008 men's and women's water polo All-Star teams and Coaches of the Year
243Nov. 24, 20082009 Team Ontario AnnouncementOntario Water Polo is proud to announce the program for the 2009 Team Ontario and the Summer Centralization programs
244Nov. 24, 2008Team Ontario Coaches and manager positionsOWP is looking for coaches and managers to lead the 2009 Team Ontario Summer programs
240Nov. 06, 2008Canadian Sport For Life - EnewsThe Canadian Sport for Life e-news, sharing ideas of the Canadian Sport for Life movement - the successes, the challenges and the way forward. Canadian Sport for Life is a movement to change the role of sport in Canadian society from a pursuit by few to an important part of everyone's life by promoting each child's healthy and logical development in a sport or physical activity by using the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) framework.
241Nov. 06, 2008What Sport Can Do - The True Sport ReportThe Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport commissioned the 'What Sport Can Do' report on behalf of the True Sport movement – Canada’s national movement for sport and community
239Oct. 31, 2008Quest for Gold 2008-09 Athlete AssistanceThe OWP board of directors and the Ontario Ministry of Health Promotion are happy to announce the 2008-09 Quest for Gold Athlete Assistance program.
238Oct. 14, 2008Golden Horseshoe National Perormance CentreThe Canadian Women’s Water Program is pleased to announce the formation of the Golden Horseshoe of Ontario Performance Center beginning Saturday October 18th 2008
237Oct. 10, 2008Toronto 2015 Pan Am Bid Web site LiveFollowing on the heels of last week's successful launch event, the Toronto 2015 Pan American (Pan Am) Games Bid web site went live today.
236Oct. 07, 2008Power of Sport Campaign - 7 Days to goHello friends of sport, With about one week to go, we want to share with you many of the ways that your power of sport campaign is making a difference.
235Oct. 03, 2008OUA WATER POLO BEGINS ON SATURDAYThe Carleton Ravens begin defence of both their men’s and women’s Ontario University Athletics (OUA) water polo titles this Saturday against the Toronto Varsity Blues in neutral water.
234Sep. 09, 2008Youth Sport vs Youth CrimeVersions of an evidence-based paper that positions organized sport as an effective intervention for reducing youth crime. (in english and French)
233Sep. 08, 2008Nation’s Capital Performance CenterThe Canadian Womens Water Program is pleased to announce the athletes listed below have been identified and selected to be part of the Nation’s Capital Performance Center beginning October 1st, 2008
232Sep. 04, 2008WPC announces new Executive DirectorIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT TO WATER POLO CANADA’S MEMBERSHIP, ATHLETES, NATIONAL TEAM COACHES, REFEREES AND FUNDING PARTNERS FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF WPC.
231Sep. 02, 2008TEAM ONTARIO U18 MEN TAKE TURBO CUPHungary...a land of contrasts ; from the small town atmosphere of Eger and Szentes to the hustle and bustle of the city of Budapest.
229Aug. 08, 20082015 Pan Am Games Bid receives Federal supportThe Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario have agreed to partner in supporting the Greater Golden Horseshoe Area’s bid for the 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games.
230Aug. 08, 2008Team Ontario Women ReportThe summer began in a slightly different way for the Team Ontario girls this year. The girls came from five different clubs from around the province, and they had to come together so quickly as a team in order to be ready to compete in the Olympic Hopefuls international youth tournament.
228Aug. 01, 2008Team Canada 17U women takes Pan AM GoldThe 17U Canadian National team won the Pan American chapionships in Sao Paulo Brazil with a 13-7 victory over the USA squad.
225Jun. 30, 2008OWP and FWPQ announce Champions CupOntario Water Polo and the Federation of Water Polo Quebec have formed a new level of competitions for our members to prepare our Club teams, athletes, coaches and officials for the National Club Championships. For the 2009 championship season we will host an event for the top 18U men and women and 16U boys and girls club teams from each province.
226Jun. 30, 2008FWPQ and OWP announce new HP LeagueOntario Water Polo and the Federation of Water Polo Quebec have formed a new level of competition for our members to better prepare our top athletes, coaches and officials for the demands and intensity of international competition.
227Jun. 30, 2008Team Ontario 2008-09 planOWP is announcing the Team Ontario Program for the 2008-09 program year.
220May. 25, 2008TEAM ONTARIO WOMEN UPDATEDear Athletes and Parents, We have just been informed that the Croatian 18+U National team will no longer be hosting us before the Olympic Hopefuls Tournament that we are attending in the Czech Republic, so we are currently seeking training and competing opportunities in another country before the tournament. As information becomes available, we will let you know. Thanks, ~ The women's Ontario coaching staff
221May. 25, 2008Alternative MedicineDo you or your athlete have an injury that just seems to keep lingering? Think you have tried everything the doctor ordered? What if there was an alternative? Athletes and coaches are trying alternative methods such as massage therapy, acupuncture and yoga to help prevent or overcome injuries and gain that competitive advantage.
224May. 24, 2008Roy Gunell honouredSports Officials Canada announced the winners of its' annual officiating awards. This years' male honouree comes from the sport of Water Polo. Roy Gunell ( Hamilton , ON ) has been officiating for 37 years and continues to officiate at the Provincial & National Championship levels.
223May. 23, 2008Canadian Olympic newsletterFormer Canadian Olympian and Olympic head coach David Hart has seen it all in his 43 years of involvement in water polo, and the legend weighs in on Canada's qualification, reflects on his former glory days,
222May. 12, 2008Ontario wins Gold and Bronze at 18U men nationalThe Ottawa Titans won the 18U men Canadian club championships with a 13-6 victory over the CAMO club in the gold medal game.
217May. 05, 2008OSG - 2nd round selection process announcedAny OWP member coach or club head coach can now nominate their athletes for the 2008 Ontario Summer Games.
218May. 02, 2008OSG notice to athletes and call for volunteersMore plans and announcements for the 2008 OSG that will be played at the Nepean Sportsplex in August. PLUS THE FIRST CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
216May. 01, 2008Ontario Summer Games athlete selectionsOWP is proud to announce the first wave of selections for the 2008 Ontario Summer Games.
215Apr. 24, 2008Rich kids swim, poor kids sinkShe learned to swim in Lake Superior at age 6, but not all kids can go to the cottage or summer camp. Margaret Atwood dives into the school pool debate, declaring that physical activity is not a frill
213Apr. 22, 2008ABCs of NutritionNutrition is very important for an athlete. Knowing what to eat and when to eat it is essential. Your body requires different foods when gearing up for a competition compared to when it is cooling down after one.
219Apr. 21, 2008Titans rule the Etobicoke PoolThe Ottawa Titans won the 18U men and the 16U women Ontario club championships at the Etobicoke Olympium.
214Apr. 14, 2008Titans reclaim 16U boys titleAfter finishing third in 2007 the Ottawa Titans reclaimed the gold medal in 2008. Prior to the championships, the Titans were heavily favoured to win the 16U boys championships played at the Canada Games Pool in London
212Apr. 11, 2008TORONTO SCHOOL POOL CLOSURES WILL DRAIN ACCESSLeaders in health promotion and recreation are dismayed by the Toronto District School Board’s (TDSB) decision to close swimming pools across the city. Twenty-three pools in elementary and secondary schools will be closed in June 2008, followed by a proposal to decommission another 16 in June 2009.
210Apr. 09, 2008Ottawa High School FinalsColonel By Secondary School defeated Canterbury High School in the best two or three high school championships last night at Carleton University.
211Apr. 09, 2008Ethics Count with NHL Coach Mike BabcockAsk anyone who follows the National Hockey League (NHL) who the league’s top coach is and nine times out of 10 the reply is, “Mike Babcock, of course.” In only six years in the NHL, the Detroit Red Wing head coach has compiled an impressive win-loss record,
209Apr. 02, 2008Titans win 18U women championshipsKasia Hart led the Ottawa Titans to their first championship of the 2008 season at McMaster University.
208Feb. 02, 2008Overkill Launches the OWP MerchandiseOverkill Clothing, www.overkill.ca , will serve as the Official Merchandiser of the 2008 Ontario Water Polo (OWP) club championships.
207Jan. 31, 2008Building the Technical FoundationOWP is proud to announce the 'Technical Foundation' tournament that will run at the Etobicoke Olympium March 1st and 2nd.
206Jan. 30, 2008Doriel Terpenka selected to ref at Olympic QualsDoriel Terpenka of Kitchener has been selected to be the Canadian referee at the Olympic men's qualification tournament in Oradea, Romania.
204Jan. 29, 20082008 Team Ontario Women announcementCongratulations to the athletes who have been selected to the 2008 Women's Ontario Team.
205Jan. 29, 20082008 Team Ontario Men announcementCongratulations to the athletes who have been selected to the 2008 Men's Ontario Team.
203Jan. 28, 2008Countdown to BeijingCountdown to Beijing, a new show starting up on CBC tonight (Monday, January 28) called. It airs at 7:30 p.m. EST on Mondays.
201Jan. 25, 2008National Championships informationWater Polo Canada has released the 2008 NCCH Handbook. Important information for OWP member clubs wanting to enter.
202Jan. 25, 2008Quest for Gold 2007-08 Athlete SelectionsOWP is proud to announce the athletes who have met the criteria and applied for the Quest for Gold Ontario Cards.
200Jan. 23, 2008Ontario Coaches conference February 22nd - 24thThe Coaches Association of Ontario with the generous support of the Ontario Government will be hosting the 2008 Ontario Coaches Conference in Mississauga.
194Jan. 22, 20082008 Olympic Qualification Draws announcedThe path for our Canadian men and women to the Beijing Olympics was made clear today as FINA announced the draws for the 2008 Olympic Qualification tournaments. REVISED - the top 4 countries at these event will qualify.
199Jan. 22, 2008Ontario Sport Awards applications due Jan 31stNominate your team, an athlete, your coach or the volunteers and corporate partners that make our sport run.
196Jan. 21, 2008GM and the CAC 'Making Dreams Possible'Enhancing the experience of our Canadian athletes by providing them with coaching excellence from the grassroots all the way up to our elite athletes is an important step for Canadian Sport,
197Jan. 19, 20086 Ontario women named to the 1991 National teamSix OWP women athletes have been named to the born in 1991 + national team program.
195Jan. 18, 2008Ontario Sport awardsThe Provincial Sports Awards program is an excellent opportunity to recognize those individuals who are so important to our sport.
198Jan. 11, 20086 Ontario men selected to the top 18Six of the top OWP players born in 1991 boys have been selected to the national team.
193Jan. 08, 2008Kasia Hart Is Carleton's Women Of Influence.Jennifer Brenning, Director of Recreation & Athletics is pleased to announce Kasia Hart, Women’s Water Polo, is Carleton University’s 5th recipient of the OUA Women of Influence Award.
192Dec. 20, 2007It’s time to recognize your Coach!The CAO Coaching Excellence Awards aim to recognize the outstanding achievements and significant contributions coaches have made to both their sport and athletes in Ontario.
191Dec. 10, 2007On your mark for Pan Am bidCommunities around Ontario's Golden Horseshoe have a golden opportunity to host thousands of international athletes while improving local sports facilities
190Dec. 03, 2007Ontario Summer Games applications extendedThe athlete applications for the 2008 Ontario Summer games has been extended to Wednesday December 12th, 2007.
188Nov. 29, 2007CALL FOR YOUTH LEADERSHIP FACILITATORSIn response to public demand for leadership workshops targeted to a younger audience, CAAWS has recently developed a youth leadership workshop designed for girls and young women (ages 15-20)
189Nov. 29, 2007THe November Newsletter from SIRCParents play an important role in their child’s life, including sports. A parent’s responsibility is to encourage and support their child to ensure their experiences with sport are positive.
187Nov. 28, 2007Good Coaching nurtures optimal growthAccording to research highlights by the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC), good coaching nurtures optimal growth and development of children and fosters the joy of sports.
185Nov. 26, 2007Carleton sweeps OUA water poloThe Carleton Ravens struck double gold at the 2007 OUA water polo championships, winning both men’s and women’s titles at the University of Toronto Athletic Centre’s Varsity Pool on Sunday afternoon.
184Nov. 23, 2007OUA announces water polo all-starsOntario University Athletics (OUA) is pleased to announce the major award winners and all-stars of men's and women's water polo
183Nov. 14, 2007482 votes in the Olympic Women pollRussia, who have not yet gained a birth to the Olympic tournament received 74% of the votes and Holland who defeated Russia in Russia to gain the European entry gained only 1 vote.
182Oct. 17, 2007World Masters Water Polo ChampionshipsThe Calgary Masters are looking for 3 -5 players born 1968 to 1964 to play in Perth Australia at the World Masters Championships April 2008
178Oct. 12, 2007Team Ontario Women's rosters vs QuebecOWP is proud to Announce the rosters for the women who will compete against Quebec in Montreal November 9th-11th.
179Oct. 12, 2007Team Ontario Men's Roster vs QuebecOWP is proud to Announce the rosters for the men who will compete against Quebec in Ottawa November 9th-11th.
181Oct. 11, 2007U of T are preseason favorites in the OUA pollU of T will be playing and home and are odds on favorites to capture the OUA championships with the women receiving 47% percent of the votes and the men 33%.
180Oct. 05, 2007Quest for Gold Athlete Selection CriteriaOWP has announced the Athlete Selection Criteria for the Quest for Gold Athlete Assistance program.
176Sep. 28, 20072008 Ontario Summer Games‘Showcasing Ontario’s Best’ is the slogan for 2008 OSG. Keeping with this slogan Ontario Water Polo (OWP) will be Selecting the best 60 male and 60 female athletes born in 1992 or later to compete in this large Multi-Sport event.
177Sep. 28, 2007Team Ontario Coaches for 2007-08OWP is proud to announce the hiring of our Team Ontario Men + Women coaches and provide additional details of the 2007 fall program.
175Sep. 24, 20074th Annual OWP festival scheduleThe schedule of the Annual Water Polo Festival (both senior, master tournaments and Team Ontario tryout camp) are available online.
174Sep. 11, 2007Perth Water Polo starts Saturday September 15thThe town of Perth (population 6000+) has started a water polo program for youth and adults.
169Sep. 10, 2007Stoney Creek regains their water polo programWater Polo is back in Stoney Creek!! The Hamilton club is offering a program for bantam (born in 1994+) athletes at the Premier Fitness Pool.
171Sep. 10, 2007Canadian Youth Cup Preliminary informationIn the summer of 2008 the Canadian Youth Cup will be played. The dates, locations and age group of this program will be announced after the National Team Committee meetings being held in September.
172Sep. 10, 20072007 Team Ontario fall programOWP is hosing an open tryout camp for selection for our fall training camps/competitions and the summer 2008 youth cup team September 29th-30th at the Etobicoke Olympium
173Sep. 06, 20072009 Maccabiah Games, Water Polo teamWith only one and a half years remaining until the 2009 Maccabiah Games, the Canadian Maccabiah water polo staff is in search of potential athletes
168Sep. 04, 2007Water Polo moves into Vaughan and NewmarketWater Polo has expanded into the York Region with two locations, City of Vaughan and Newmarket, offering programs for new members from 8 years old and up.
170Sep. 04, 2007Burlington offers Age group water poloBantam age players can now access Water Polo in Burlington. Part of the OWP regional expansion projects, supported by the CIAF (Community In Action Fund) initiatives by the Ministry of Health Promotion.
167Aug. 27, 2007OWP 'Team Ontario' Coaching VacanciesTeam Ontario is searching for coaches for our Youth teams. Coaches are required to submit their applications to the OWP office by Wednesday September 12th, 2007.
166Aug. 10, 20074th Ontario Water Polo Festival Sept 28th - 30thThe Fourth Annual Water Polo Festival will take place at the Etobicoke Olympium in Toronto September 28th to 30th.
165Aug. 02, 2007Meighan Colterjohn acclaimed to the OWP Board.OWP would like to announce that Meighan Colterjohn was acclaimed to the OWP board of directors where she will serve as a member at large until the June 2008 Annual General Meeting. Welcome Meighan!!
164Jul. 25, 2007Joanne Brown elected to the OWP boardOWP would like to announce that Joanne Brown was voted on the to the OWP board of directors where she will serve as a member at large until the June 2008 Annual General Meeting. Welcome Joanne!!
163Jul. 04, 2007OWP club championship dates and bids requiredOWP is asking member clubs to bid for the 18 + under and 16 + under Ontario Club Championships.
161Jun. 13, 2007Water Polo moves into the SUMMER!!!Water Polo has moved from the ice covered Ontario Winter games into the warmth of the 2008 Ontario Summer Games.
162Jun. 13, 2007OWP is looking for New NCCP Learning FaciliatorsTo ensure a program that is truly athlete focused OWP must increase the number and the professionalism of the people coaching Water Polo. To accomplish this OWP will be expanding our capacity to operate NCCP coaching courses.
159Jun. 12, 2007OWP announces 2007-08 technical committeeThree new faces are on board as the Ontario Water Polo technical committee is formed at the 39th OWP Annual General Meeting.
160Jun. 12, 2007OWP Board of DirectorsThe OWP board of directors has one (1) vacant position and is asking our membership to nominate interested parties to stand for election. As per the OWP (Ontario Water Polo Association Incorporated) bylaw #2, part 7.
158Jun. 08, 2007Newtonbrook wins 2007 Toronto High School champsNewtonbrook Secondary School came back from a 7-1 deficit in the second quarter to win the TDSB championships 8-7. The Newtonbrook team is coached by perenial OUA and OWP allstar Bo Cernic.
157Jun. 04, 2007The 100th Year lists can still be found at OWPHello fans and contributers of the top lists of the last 100 years of Canadian male Water Polo. The lists are still online at www.ontariowaterpolo.ca look in our News Archives. http://www.ontariowaterpolo.ca/NewsArchive.aspx
156Jun. 03, 2007Hamilton wins the 100th Anniversary ChampionshipThe Hamilton Aquatic won their first senior men's title since 1981 by soundly defeating the top Quebec team Dollard from the West Island of Montreal 13-10.
154Jun. 01, 2007The top provincial teams of all times face offOn the first day of the 100th Senior men's championship our panel of experts have announced their all provincial teams and who would win a head to head, best on best tournament
155Jun. 01, 2007but still MORE comments!!!!!Tempers are rising as we approach the start of the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Senior men's National Championships.
151May. 30, 2007STILL More comments on the 100th year listsThe snub of Kevin Graham from the top list has brought many emails. Also Daryl Bourne is still a fan favorite.
152May. 30, 2007Two comments from fixtures of the wp communityThe selection of the top players has brought many thoughts on the process and actual selection. Two members of the Canadian Water Polo give us more things to think about.
153May. 30, 2007The first and second team All Canadian TeamsCompiled by the replies and our panel of experts we have announced the first and second All Canadian Team.
149May. 29, 2007More comments on Canada Top athletesThe passions are starting to show and emails are coming in quickly. Daryl Bourne had several readers questioning the decision of leaving him off the list.
150May. 29, 2007The top Canadian Male Water Polo TEAMSWith the 100th senior men championships only days away the panel of experts have agreed upon the top team of each decade and the team of the century.
148May. 28, 2007Your comments on the 100th anniversary listsThank you to everyone who sent in comments on the listing posted last week. We copied some of the better ones here.
145May. 24, 2007Bill Shaw selected for nomination by the AFCOttawa, ON - The Aquatic Federation of Canada (AFC) is pleased to announce the upcoming appointments of Mr. Eldon Godfrey of Calgary, Dr. Margo Mountjoy of Guelph, and Mr. Bill Shaw of Saskatoon as Canadian representatives to three key international positions in world aquatics.
146May. 24, 2007The Top Canadian Male Water Polo playersIt is very hard to compare athletes who played under quite different rules/conditions. The modern game for example doesn't emphasize too much 1 on 1 play...zones took over in the late 80's and 90's and now press and wrestling replace defensive technique and the emphasis is on 5/6.
147May. 24, 2007The Top Ontario Male Water Polo athletesSpanning 5 decades of water polo in Ontario an elite task force was assigned to tackle the assignments of naming the top Ontario Male water polo athletes over the last 50 years.
143May. 15, 200739th Ontario Water Polo Annual General MeetingThe list of presenters and topics of the sessions at the 39th OWP Annual General meeting has been finalized.
144May. 15, 2007Nominate your club volunteer of the yearOWP is asking all Water Polo clubs and schools to nominate their volunteer of the year.
142May. 07, 2007Water Polo on Rogers TVRogers TV will be broadcasting high school water polo games, Northview-Emery and Etobicoke-Humberside for their new show "High School Rush",
140May. 01, 2007Water Polo Saskatchewan is hiring a new coachFollow this link or visit www.wpsask.ca to find out more about this job opportunity.
141May. 01, 2007Water Polo Quebec searching for new GMFollow this link or visit the FWPQ website for more information. www.waterpolo-quebec.qc.ca
139Apr. 18, 2007Youth Inactivity and Encouraging Healthy LifestyIn this fast paced world we live in many innovations have been designed to make life easier and simpler. However, what we are also experiencing is a population that seems to have an increasingly less active lifestyle.
136Apr. 16, 2007Ottawa and KW go undefeated at OWP Youth ChampsThe Ottawa men and the KW women went undefeated at the OWP youth club championships held at the Wilfrid Laurier pool in Waterloo.
138Apr. 16, 2007Ontario Coaches Week (April 14th - 21st), 2007Ontario Coaches Week, a celebration of the province’s thousands of community coaches returns for its second year, April 14-21.
134Apr. 14, 2007Day 1 Results of the OWP Youth ChampionshipsThe Youth men and women youth club championships are being held at the Wilfrid Laurier University Athletic Centre.
135Apr. 12, 2007Hot Shot of the Month - April 2007The April 'Hot Shot' of the month was taken at the Florida International tournament in Fort Lauderdale.
137Apr. 12, 2007Bantam boys and girls event May 25-27This is the text of an email sent to all bantam coaches, clubs and managers.
133Apr. 06, 2007Two Ontario High School Leagues wrap upThe Ottawa and Hamilton girls high school leagues wraped up with exciting gold medal games in both districts.
131Apr. 05, 2007An article from the LondonerAn article by Meaghan McCracken of 'The Londoner' about the Cadet Girls club championships and Water Polo in London.
132Apr. 05, 2007Spectators in sportAn interesting article that serves a reminder to our members that they can be asked to leave the building for not adhering to the OWP standards of behaviour and charged by the police if they do not.
126Apr. 03, 2007Final results of the Cadet Boys club champsAn All GTA final had Scarborough coming out on top in Tier 1 and York defeating Ottawa in Tier 2 play.
129Apr. 03, 2007Team Ontario Women summer 2007 updatesTeam Ontario will travel to Prague to play in the International Youth Women Water Polo Tournament “Olympic Hopes” tournament. The 2007 Participating team are Czech Republic, Great Britain, Germany, Hungary, Croatia and Team Ontario.
130Apr. 03, 2007Team Ontario men summer updateTeam Ontario would like to welcome Deanna Barry and Galen Fick to our team staff.
124Apr. 02, 2007Scarborough and York win the Cadet BoysThe two GTA based clubs swept the banners at the Tier 1 and tier 2 Cadet Boys Club champsionships. In Tier 1 The Scarborough club defeated York 5-3. In Tier 2 the York club shut the door and defeated Ottawa 5-1.
125Apr. 02, 2007Hamilton Men and York Women claim 1st OPL titleWith the Premier league entering the final weeks the York Lions women and Hamilton men have been declared the champions of the Inaugural Ontario Premier League.
127Apr. 02, 2007Canadian Fitness Tax CreditInformation on how OWP will issue receipts for families concerning the national Fitnes Tax credit.
121Mar. 31, 2007Canada loses to Italy, finishes 6thThe Canadian women ended up the 2007 World's with a 7-3 loss to Italy.
123Mar. 31, 2007York and Scarborough remain undefeatedThe York Mavericks and Scarborough Shadow remain undefeated after two days of action at the Cadet boys club championships
120Mar. 30, 2007Highest placing ever at World's for the MenOur Canadian men proved their opening round victory vs Romania was not a fluke and played a tremendous game to round out their World Championships in Australia.
122Mar. 30, 2007OWP Cadet Boys Club Championship at McMasterThe Ontario Club Championships for boys 16 and under started at the McMaster University pool in Hamilton.
119Mar. 27, 2007Canada will play for 5th at 2007 World champsA hard fought 11-9 loss to Hungary has our women playing for 5th down under in Melbourne.
128Mar. 27, 2007OWP Cadet Girls club championships awardsTeam rankings and individual awards from the Cadet girls club championships.
118Mar. 26, 2007Russia defeats Canada in high scoring gameA slow start leads to a 17 - 13 loss to the Russians for our men.
117Mar. 25, 2007Canada defeats GermanyCanada has qualified for the quarter finals and a match vs Hungary on Tuesday.
116Mar. 24, 2007Canada wins and qualifies for top 12Canada has ensured their highest finish at the senior men world championships by deafeating New Zealand 12 - 8.
115Mar. 23, 2007Canada continues to winCanada easily swam to a victory vs Puerto Rico
112Mar. 22, 2007Team Canada falls to HungaryThe Canadian Men fell to Hungary 19-3 at the 2007 World Championships.
113Mar. 22, 2007SUPPORT TEAM CANADA - Wear Canadian GearOn Monday March 26th support the Canadian team competing at the 2007 World Championships in Australia. Wear your Canadian shirts, shorts, pants, caps etc....
111Mar. 21, 2007Canada defeats Brazil 6-3Our Canadian women defeated Brazil 6-3 in their second game of the 2007 World Championships.
110Mar. 20, 2007Canada Defeats world # 6 RomaniaCanada has upset European powerhouse Romania 9-8 in a hard-fought Group water polo match at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre
109Mar. 19, 2007Australia defeats Team Canada WomenOn the opening day of the 2007 World Championshis Australia defeated Team Canada 5-4.
114Mar. 12, 2007Ontario Senior championships and OPL resultsHamilton men and York Women remain undefeated in the Ontario Premier League. London and Ottawa win provincial titles
108Mar. 03, 2007Bantam Club ChampionshipsThe 2007 Bantam Coed club championships are currently being held at York University in Toronto.
107Mar. 01, 2007Hot Shot of the Month - March 2007Robert Lake from Hamilton has won the 'Hot Shot' of the month with his picture 'shooter vs goalie'
106Feb. 23, 20072007 Team Ontario women's SelectionsCongratulations to the following female athletes and their clubs for being selected for the 2007 Team Ontario summer program.
105Feb. 22, 20072007 Team Ontario Men's SelectionsCongratulations to the athletes, clubs and club coaches on the selections. OWP would also like to thank all the athletes and coaches for their nominations.
104Feb. 16, 2007Canadian Women win in GreeceThetis Cup Result from Athens, Greece Canada defeats Greece 13-7 on Day One of Competition
103Feb. 08, 2007General Motors making dreams possibleDid you know that General Motors of Canada (GM) is offering grants to community sport organizations, and to athletes and their coaches, through its Making Dreams Possible initiative?
102Feb. 06, 2007Calls for applications for Olympic AcademyThe Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) is now accepting applications for participants to attend the International Olympic Academy's (IOA) 47th International Session for Young Participants.
100Jan. 31, 2007Ontario Senior Club ChampionshipsRegistration and entry information on the 2007 Senior men and women Ontario Club Championships.
101Jan. 31, 2007UPDATE on the Ontario Coaches ConferenceCoaches have until the NCCP Water Polo course is full or Friday February 16th to register. Coaches can also register just for the General Sport topics have been announced. Alex Baumann, Sheilagh Croxon, Ian Bird and Dick Pound will lead the impressive panel of speakers.
99Jan. 28, 2007Federal Children's Fitness Tax CreditInformation on the recently announced Children’s Fitness Tax Credit. The fact sheet was compiled using information from the Finance Canada and Canada Revenue Agency web sites.
98Jan. 27, 2007Coach David Hart to attend Camp OlympiaThe Legendary David Hart will join the coaching staff at Olympia to add to the quality and expertise of this summer's program.
96Jan. 26, 2007The Creation of Tier 2 Ontario ChampionshipsOntario Water Polo would like to offer our member clubs an opportunity to enter the Ontario Club Cadet championships in either the Tier 1 pool and/or a tier 2 pool.
97Jan. 26, 2007Team Ontario Summer Program annoucementOntario Water Polo is proud to announce the 2007 Summer Ontario Youth team program.
95Jan. 25, 2007Ottawa Titans Summer CampOttawa Titans Summer Water Polo Camp will be held the week of August 20-24, 2007 at Nepean Sportsplex Pool.
92Jan. 24, 2007Canadian National Championships entry infoPlease find attached the National Club Championships entry form for the cadet, youth and junior age categories.
93Jan. 24, 2007'The Game' coaching course and more...The Game’ is a combination of the former level two technical and theory courses. For only $113.- coaches can participate in ‘The Game’, attend other multi-sport seminars and the Ontario Coaching awards banquet.
94Jan. 22, 2007Quest for Gold - Athlete NominationsCongratulations to the following 14 athletes (7 male, 7 female) who applied for the Quest for Gold Athlete Assistance Program.
90Jan. 12, 2007Youth Women Coaches and Program AnnouncementOntario Water Polo is proud to announce the selection of the 2007 Coaching Staff and program for the Ontario Youth Women team.
87Dec. 13, 2006Additions to the Coaches cornerMore articles and links were added to the coaches corner today. If you have any you would like to share please send them to the OWP office
85Dec. 11, 2006Team Ontario Youth Manager positions extendedThe Applications date for the Team Ontario Manager has been extended to Friday December 22nd, 2006.
86Dec. 11, 2006Canadian senior women miss out on Bronze MedalOur Canadian Senior Women team lost to Australia 10-9 at the Holiday Cup.
83Dec. 05, 2006Camp Olympia 2007Camp Olympia has announced their July 2007 water polo camp.
84Dec. 05, 2006$1.2 Million in Coaching Initiatives announcedThe Quest for Gold coaching programs were officially announced today.
81Dec. 01, 2006The Launch of 'Operation 5000'In June 2006 the Ontario Water Polo board endorsed the concept to grow the membership of Ontario Water Polo to 5000 members by 2010. ‘Operation 5000’ is the name of the program that will help us meet this objective. The year 2010 was the target date chosen for immediate action and can be linked into the Ontario Government ‘Active 2010’ initiative. OWP has identified 5 pillars of potential growth that we need to improve our member services and programs.
80Nov. 30, 2006'Operation 5000' Help Grow Water Polo in OntarioA program to grow the membership of Ontario Water Polo to 5000 members by 2010.
78Nov. 27, 2006OUA FINAL FOUR GAME RESULTS2006 OUA final four had a New champion on women's side of the draw when the men's top three spots remained the same.
79Nov. 27, 20062006 OUA Water Polo All StarsThe OUA announced their Water Polo All-Stars at Queen's University at the Water Polo Awards Banquet.
77Nov. 24, 20062007 Ontario Provincial Youth teams announcementOWP has announced the postings of the Head Coach and Manager positions for the summer of 2007 born in 1990+ provincial team programs.
76Nov. 23, 2006OUA Final Four press releaseThe Ontario University Athletics water polo power structure has remained status quo in recent years, with the championship banners usually finding a home in both Toronto and Hamilton.
75Nov. 22, 2006Coaches Clinic and male performance centre campQuest for Gold Lotteries and Active 2010 is assisting Ontario Water Polo in bringing National Men's Team coach Dragan Jovanovic to Ontario.
74Nov. 13, 2006DDO sweeps the 21st Andrew Watson MemorialInfront of the honourable Michael Chong, the Canadian Federal Minister of Sport the DDO Water Polo club swept the 21st annual Andrew Watson Memorial tournament
72Nov. 10, 2006Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) updateTo: PSO and NSO representatives for distribution to your members From: Water Polo Canada LTAD Steering Committee Re: The LTAD Steering Committee met this past weekend in Montreal Nov 4, 5 2006.
73Nov. 10, 2006Federal Minister of Sport attends the A.W.M.T.The Honourable Michael Chong, Federal Minister of Sport will present the awards and medals at the 21st Annual Andrew Watson Memorial Water Polo Tournament in Guelph Ontario on Sunday November 12th at 2pm.
71Nov. 06, 20062006-07 Quest For Gold Athlete AssistanceOWP has announced the athlete selection criteria. The Quest For Gold Athlete Handbook, Selection Criteria, Athlete agreement.
70Nov. 05, 2006Canada Wins Silver at ASUA CUPCanada finished the ASUA cup with a 9-7 loss in the Gold medal game against the United States.
69Nov. 04, 2006Men's senior National Team ASUA resultsThe Canadian Senior national team has qualified for the 2007 World Championships by beating Brazil 10-4 in the semi-finals.
68Nov. 03, 2006NCCP level 3 Water Polo Technical courseOntario Water Polo will be hosting an NCCP level 3 technical course in Ottawa on February 9th-11th, 2007.
66Oct. 30, 2006New National Junior Women coached namedWater Polo Canada is pleased to announce that Daniel Berthelette (Montreal) has been named the new Head Coach of the Junior Women's National Water Polo Team Program.
67Oct. 30, 2006USA BEATS CANADA IN 2006 ASUA CUP OPENERRio de Janeiro, Brazil., October 28, 2006 – USA Men’s Senior National Team started off strong in the 2006 ASUA Cup opener by defeating Canada 10-6. Tony Azevedo and Ryan Bailey combined for six of the team’s ten goals.
65Oct. 27, 2006Long Term Athlete Development ReportThe Water Polo Canada LTAD (Long Term Athlete Development) Summit meeting took place in Toronto, September 29-30, 2006.
63Oct. 18, 20062006 - 07 Registration with OWPAt the 38th Annual General Meeting of the Ontario Water Polo Association the membership voted for no membership increase for the 2006-07 program year. Member clubs were also provided an opportunity to see the new functions and features of the new registration system.
64Oct. 11, 2006Aquatic Federation of CanadaThe Aquatic Federation of Canada (AFC) has initiated the development of a comprehensive strategy and a collaborative approach to fulfilling a long-term vision for aquatic infrastructure in the Province of Ontario.
62Oct. 06, 2006WATER POLO BALLS FOR SALEThe new Ontario Water Polo balls have arrived!! O.W.P. is selling the ball at a special price for all members of O.W.P. and Water Polo Canada provincial bodies. The Ball has the look and feel of the Mikasa 6000 series balls and come in the same three sizes (men, women and ‘I Love Water Polo’ or atom ball) for a fraction of the cost.
57Sep. 27, 2006Alex Baumann Returns To CanadaThe Canadian Olympic Committee (COC), in conjunction with the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC), announced today that two-time Olympic gold medallist and international sport leader, Alex Baumann is returning to Canada to accept the position of Executive Director of the Road To Excellence initiative.
58Sep. 26, 2006Quest for Gold funds Dragan Jovanovic to OntarioDragan Jovanovic, the Canadian senior men national coach, will be coming to Ontario for an weekend clinic for athletes and coaches from Dec 8th - 10th. The athletes participating in the two Performance Enhancement centres and all OWP, OUA and high school coaches are invited to attend the clinics
60Sep. 26, 2006Mississuagua Water Polo Jumps into the poolThe new Mississauga Water Polo club and Ontario Water Polo will be hosting 4 free Water Polo clinics at the newly open University of Toronto - Mississauga Campus pool for boys and girls. The Mississauga club will be offering an age group program for boys and girls.
59Sep. 25, 2006Eastern Performance centres is launchedThe Eastern Ontario Performance centre will start today. The Eastern Centre will be led by water polo legend, Mr. David Hart. The centres are partially funded by the 'Quest for Gold' lotteries and the 'Active 2010' initiatives.
61Sep. 12, 2006Long Term Athlete Development SummitThe LTAD steering committee has announced the plans for the Water Polo Summit taking place in Toronto at the Ramada Airport hotel on Friday September 29th - 30th.
56Aug. 25, 2006OWP Announces High Performance CentresOntario Water Polo is proud to announce the creation of Two Enhanced Training centres, for the top youth athletes in the province. The mission of these centres will be to provide enhanced training and competitive opportunities beyond the scope of our regular club training to our future senior national team athletes.
55Jul. 23, 2006Ontario Trillium Foundation Water Polo SeriesThe National Junior women water polo team from New Zealand will be playing four exhibition matches in Ontario from Sunday July 23rd to Thursday July 27th.
54Jul. 15, 2006Canadian National Men's Team Golf TournamentThe 1st Annual Golf Tournament is a fundraising event for the Canadian National Men’s Water Polo Team. The golf tournament will be a wonderful opportunity for the athletes to come together,
50Jul. 13, 2006Water Polo Moves in MississaugaNew Water Polo programs are starting in Mississauga in September 2006. The city of Mississauga have bought in to the New 'I Love Water Polo' program that was launched in June. Plus the new pool at the University of Toronto Mississauga Campus has created space for a new competitive water polo club.
52Jul. 13, 2006Aurora Water Polo Summer CampThe Town of Aurora is running a half day Water Polo camp at their NEW Aquatic Complex at 1400 Wellington Street East. The camp runs from Monday August 14th until Friday August 18th from 9am until 12noon.
53Jul. 12, 2006Coaching Grants Available for NCCP clinicsThe Coaches Association of Ontario, The Canadian Sport Centre Ontario and the National Coaching Institute have announced various coaching grants that have been made available with funding by the Quest For Gold Lottery.
49Jun. 01, 2006The Launch of the 'I love Water Polo'‘I Love Water Polo’ (ILWP) is an introductory, recreational water polo program for boys and girls ages 8-13. Ontario Water Polo, with financial support provided by the Ontario Trillium Foundation and assistance provided by the Ottawa Titans Water Polo club, has created a toolkit for you to launch a program in your city.
48May. 30, 200615 minutes of your time to support Water PoloOntario Water Polo would like to ask that all water polo athletes, friends, coaches, officials and families take 15 minutes every Tuesday to go online and vote for the FINA Semi-Finals game # 7 at www.rogerstelevision.com/impressionawards
46May. 25, 2006CAST YOUR VOTE FOR WATER POLOThe voting for the Viewer choice awards has restarted. It is a very close race - go to www.rogerstelevision.com/impressionawards and vote! Support Water Polo by voting online for the F.I.N.A. Water Polo World League Semi Finals Game 7.
47May. 24, 20062006 AGM workshops and session detailsThis is to serve as more detailed information about the 38th Annual General Meeting of the Ontario Water Polo Association and the workshops, meetings and other events occuring on Saturday June 24th, 2006.
45May. 08, 2006Oshawa Summer Water Polo LeagueThe Oshawa summer water polo league will start up on Wednesday July 5th. Entries can come as a team $400.00 or you can enter as an individual for only $50.00.
43Apr. 25, 2006Ontario Water Polo 38th Annual General MeetingThis is to serve as the 1st notice of the Ontario Water Polo Association’s 38th Annual General Meeting. Location: SPORTS ALLIANCE BUILDING, 1185 Eglinton Ave East, Toronto, (Committee Room – Cafeteria level) Date: Saturday, June 24th, 2006, 4:00pm-6:00pm
42Apr. 04, 2006Hot Shot of the Month for AprilThe Hot Shot of the Month for April was submitted by Deanna Berry of the Ottawa Titans. The picture was taken at a Titans 'I Love Water Polo' league night at the Nepean sportsplex.
41Mar. 29, 20062006 Winter Games Posters and Clothing on SaleOfficial Collingwood 2006 Ontario Winter Games Opening Ceremonies Poster The Official Collingwood 2006 Ontario Winter Games Opening Ceremonies Poster is now on display @ www.2006ontariowintergames.ca Frameable Poster: 20" x 28" Price: $14.95 each including applicable taxes and handling charges
40Mar. 27, 2006Ontario Coaches WeekFrom April 22-29, 2006, Ontario Coaches Week will offer 40 free workshops to hundreds of coaches across the province. With funding from the provincial and federal governments, this multi-year initiative is being led by the Coaches Association of Ontario (CAO). A complete listing of workshop dates and locations is available at: www.coachesontario.ca
37Feb. 22, 2006Water Polo Makes a Big Splash in LondonWater polo players from across Ontario and Quebec participated in the Ontario Water Polo Association Cadet Boys Provincials, hosted by the London Water Polo Club at the Canada Games Aquatic Centre from February 17th-19th
36Feb. 16, 2006Looking for a water polo camp this summer?Stay wet and active over the summer. Ontario water polo has a listing of summer camps at: www.ontariowaterpolo.ca under programs, camps and clinics.
35Feb. 15, 2006Fundraising and Sponsorship tool kitHelp us help you! Ontario Water Polo is in the process of creating a toolkit that will assist clubs in fundraising and sponsorships.
34Feb. 13, 2006Kitchener-Waterloo Victorious at home.The 2006 Cadet Girls Ontario champions were supported by a large and vocal crowd at Wilfrid Laurier University as they were able to hold off the quick Ottawa Titans by a score of 9-8 The KW Inferno came out on fire and took a quick 3 - 0 lead only two minutes into the game. The Titans were able to slow down the Inferno attack and trailed 6 - 3 at the half. For tournament results and standings please see Events, Provincial Championships.
30Feb. 03, 2006Hot Shot of the MonthThe Hot Shot of the Month program is to promote the action of water polo and the talents of your members. Starting Monday February 6th clubs and members are asked to email there favorite water polo picture to hotshots@ontariowaterpolo.ca . Each month a photo will be selected and placed on our home page.
32Feb. 03, 2006You can help start a new Water Polo program?Do you have equipment taking up space in your lockers, equipment rooms or even your garage?? We know someone who can use it! Did you know that one of the largest obstacles for a new water polo program to start is the initial cost of equipment.
33Feb. 03, 2006Ontario Coaches Week (April 22nd - 29th, 2006)The Coaches Association of Ontario is launching an Ontario Coaches Week from April 22nd – 29th, 2006. Ontario Water Polo recognizes the importance of our coaches and would like to participate in this celebration with our coaches.
38Jan. 20, 2006Quest For Gold - Supports Ontario AthletesOntario Government Supports Excellence In Sport With Launch Of New Quest For Gold Lottery. Ontario's new Quest for Gold lottery will give eligible high-performance amateur athletes an estimated $2.5 million in direct financial assistance to help them achieve better results nationally and internationally, Health Promotion Minister Jim Watson announced
24Nov. 15, 2005George Gross inducted into Hall of FameOn Friday, November 11th, Toronto native George Gross Jr. was inducted into the Collegiate Water Polo Association Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place in Somerville, Massachusetts, in conjunction with the 2005 Men’s Eastern Championship at Harvard University.
25Nov. 14, 2005OUA men's final four announcedNovember 14, 2005 - The McMaster Marauders and the defending OUA champion Toronto Varsity Blues ended their regular seasons by winning all three games on the final weekend of the regular season schedule. Both schools sit at 8-1-1 after 10 matches with the playoffs beginning November 26 at McMaster.
26Nov. 14, 2005OUA women final four November 26th and 27thNovember 14, 2005 - The McMaster Marauders won three games on the weekend, to finish a perfect 8-0-0 on the season with the OUA semi-finals set for November 26 in Hamilton. Alicia Lummack scored three goals to lead the Marauders past the York Lions 5-1 Friday. Lummack and Michelle Auger established an early lead with goals in the first quarter and McMaster then held the Lions scoreless until Kara Knowles scored the lone York goal in the final quarter.
27Nov. 14, 2005Foundation for Athletes Sport Training (FAST)The Canada Games Council (CGC) and the Foundation for Athletes Sport Training (FAST) have partnered for the second year in order to deliver the Canada Games FAST Track athlete grant. The program will provide direct financial assistance to Canada’s next generation national team athletes to support their training and competition needs. The grant is designed to fill a gap in Canada’s sport system and support Canada Games-level athletes who are targeted and on the pathway to excellence at the national team level.