What is Splashball?
Splashball is an introduction to the sport of water polo for kids ages 7-11. It is a great, non-contact opportunity to expose kids to the sport in a safe and exciting way! According to USA Water Polo: The intent is to provide basic skills and understanding of the sport in a recreational format. Although water polo is known for its toughness and endurance, Splashball harnesses all the fun, dynamic aspects of the game in a safe, easy-to-learn aquatic experience that will motivate kids to swim and stay fit.
Program Overview:
The GWPL has operated a handful of Splashball clinics both throughout the regular season and during off season for kids ages 6-11. Any are welcome to participate with a valid USA Water Polo Membership (Bronze level minimum)! A free 14 day trial is offered to new members.
We have regulation sized goals and caps for the athletes to wear. We will offer fundamentals, like learning to egg beat and pass and dribble a ball. We will even practice shooting and similar skills.
This is a low-commitment opportunity to expose your young child to water polo without having them play with a team unsuitable for their skillset.
Swim Coaches:
Interested in the GWPL Hosting a Splashball Session for Your Young Swimmers?
Let us bring water polo to your swim sessions with SPLASHBALL!
What is Splashball?
Splashball provides basic skills and understanding of water polo to young athletes in a fun, recreational format. Splashball targets athletes ages 7-11 (pre-req: able to swim one length of the pool). It is non-contact, so it provides a simpler approach to the sport. Splashball typically includes games and activities that promo pool safety and familiarity with aquatics.
What Would Our Partnership Look Like?
GWPL will provide balls, goals, caps and coaches
You will provide your already-scheduled pool practice time
GWPL will run a Splashball session for FREE with the hopes to engage and inspire young athletes to try water polo and engage them in aquatic sports
What is Our Goal?
Our goal is to expand water polo programming in the state of Georgia, starting with younger athletes. We can teach water polo fundamentals in a safe and approachable way. Our goal is also to promote water safety and FUN for our youth.