LOS ANGELES WATER POLO CLUB

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LAWPC Frequently Asked Questions

When does the season start?

Club water polo is played all year round. If a player participates in a high school water polo program, boys will take off the fall session to play with their school and girls will take off the winter session.

Can a player join in at any time?

We welcome players of all levels, from novice to advanced. A player can join in any session at any time. We will prorate the registration fees accordingly. For the younger player, we also have a novice program. Anyone can try out the club two times before they need to complete registration with LAWPC. If the player is not officially registered with LAWPC, a parent must remain on deck at all times while their child is in the water.

What if a player has never played water polo before and knows nothing about the game?

That’s why we’re here! Part of LAWPC’s mission is to promote the sport of water polo. For the younger player, we have a novice program which introduces the basics and focuses on fun and development. For the newer player with basic swimming skills, the best way to learn the game is to just “jump in!” We have players of all levels. Coaches will help to get new players started, but water polo is one of those games that is best learned by playing! You just need a few basic skills which can be learned quickly.

What is Splash Ball?

Splash Ball is a non-contact kid friendly version of water polo played in a shallow pool. All the fundamentals of water polo will be taught in a fun and safe atmosphere. No experience is necessary to play.
For more information please contact Peggy McClintick at peggymcclintick@gmail.com

Why do I have to join USA Water Polo as well as pay the LAWPC registration fees?

USA Water Polo is the national governing body for the sport of water polo. It is under the auspices of the United States Olympic Committee. In order to enter the water as a LAWPC member, your registration with USA Water Polo must be current for insurance purposes. In addition, a player cannot be rostered for most tournaments unless your USA Water Polo membership is valid.

About USA Water Polo

USA Water Polo, Inc. is the national governing body for water polo in America , overseeing our United States Olympic program as well as 20 different championship events annually, such as Junior Olympics and Masters Open Championships. With more than 35,000 members, USAWP is also the sanctioning authority for more than 400 tournaments nationwide. USAWP is committed to the development of the sport nationwide. It fosters grass-roots expansion of the sport, providing a national system of affiliated clubs, certified coaches and officials.

What are the “Age Groups” and when does a player move up?

Upon registration, players are placed into their proper age groups automatically. When you register, you do not need to worry about knowing which group to place your child in. The groups are made up of players from 2 consecutive birth years. Every year, on January 1st, the players with the older birth years will be moved up to the next age group. For example, if a player is “born in ‘94” and is playing in an age group that has ‘94’s and ‘95’s, on January 1st, the “born in ‘94” player will automatically move up to the next age group. Exact birthdates do not matter, only birth years.

What can a player do to maximize his or her potential?

Make sure to attend as many practices as possible. A player will develop skills, as in all sports, by working hard, having good attendance and really listening to the coaches. We have one of the best coaching staffs in the country – current and past Olympians, National Team players and collegiate players. They all know what they are talking about! If a player would like to take his or her game “up a notch,” one of the best things to do would be to join a swim team concurrently.

What kind of equipment do I need to start out?

Boys just need a Speedo and girls need a water polo suit and a swim cap. If you are new to LAWPC, it is a good idea to order an LAWPC Speedo, a couple of tee-shirts, and a pair of team shorts or sweatpants. Many other items are available, but this is all you need to get started. Go to www.losangeleswaterpolo.com and click on “store” in the upper right hand corner to order from our team vendor, S & R Sport. Don’t forget a towel!

What if my son isn’t comfortable wearing a Speedo (brief)?

That’s OK, he can start out wearing a jammer, but will eventually have to make the transition to a regular water polo suit. Don’t worry, it will happen!

What are the “Red, White & Blue” teams?

We strive to give all players tournament opportunities and since we have players at all levels, we often have teams that are designated “Red, White or Blue”. Roster decisions are made solely by the coaches (not by the team coordinators or parents). If there are any questions with regard to rosters, players should discuss this with their coaches. Rosters are made up taking the following into consideration: practice participation, giving all players an opportunity to compete, dedication, focus, & skill level. Players should feel free to ask their coaches for feedback and ways to improve their game.

What if I have to miss a practice or tournament?

If you need to miss a tournament, let the coach know immediately as there are other players who could potentially take your roster space. You will get as much out of the club as you put in. If you will be missing a practice, just let the coach know before or after. There is no need to contact a coach immediately with regard to missing a practice. We all understand that life intrudes on water polo sometimes and that homework and family occasionally prevent attendance at practice!

What happens if there is a schedule change?

Water polo is a very fluid sport. Schedules tend to come out late and change frequently. The club does it’s best to notify our members of any changes, but it is the player’s responsibility to monitor the website for any changes. The final responsibility lies with the player!

What happens if I only want to train and not enter tournaments yet?

When you register there are a couple of options, including “training only”. This is an option if you know you won’t be available on the weekends during a session, but still want to get in the water and train. Bear in mind though, that one of the best ways to learn the game is to play in it!

How much training is there? Can I attend training at any of the satellites?

One of the strengths of LAWPC, is that we draw players from 3 different geographic areas. Generally, 2 week night training sessions per age group are available at each our satellites. With your quarterly fees, you are entitled to train at any and all of the satellites. The training schedule is on the LAWPC website and should be checked often as occasionally, changes and cancellations occur .

What is common training?

Common training is held on the weekends and is an opportunity for players from all satellites, to train together. These trainings are some of the most important to attend, as you will be with all of the players from your age group in addition to your head coach. These trainings are posted on the website.

LAWPC 12UB @ Ironman

16U Boys Red Team - 2012 Gold Medalists at Kap7

IRONMAN 4.0 1/15/12 vs CdM

IRONMAN 4.0
LBS v LOS 16U

Coach Dustin Litvak, 18U Boys Head Coach
IRONMAN 4.0 1/8/12 vs Long Beach Shore

14U Boys White Team - Junior Olympic Gold Medal Winners - Bronze Division

18U Boys Red Team 2011 Junior Olympic Bronze Medalists - Platinum Division

16U Boys 2011 Junior Olympics Silver Medalists - Platinum Division

14U Boys Red Team 2011 Junior Olympic Gold Medal - Platinum Division
National Champions!

Annual Fund Donors

Olympic Rings (gifts of $2500 or more)

Gold Medal (gifts of $1000-$2499)

Silver Medal (gifts of $500-$999)
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Dawn Barrett •

Maureen Kedes •

The McClintick-Tuchman Family •

The Newman family •

The Thurman-Miller Family •

Bronze Medal (gifts of $250-$499)
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The Beaudine Family •

The Brossollet Family •

The Clarke Family •

Eric Mandel •

The Flyer Family •

The Hooper Family •

The Imbernino Family •

The Kaplan Family •

The Kuprenas Family •

The Kurzeka Family •

The Lowe Family •

The Mendelsohn Family •

The Minich Family •

The Sparks Family •

Friend of LAWPC (gifts up to $249)
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The Chick Family •

The Froomer Family •

The Hallock Family •

The Henriksson Family •

The Jarvis Family •

The Rosenfeld Family •

January 18th 2012

LAWPC Athletes Receive Top High School Honors at CIF-SS Banquet!

Congratulations to the following LAWPC players for making the 2011 Boys High School All American and Southern California Team:
• 1st Team: Danny McClintick
• 2nd Team: Jamie Kuprenas, Cody Moore, Alec Zwaneveld
• 3rd Team: Adam Abdulhamid
• 5th Team: Jon Lai
• 6th Team: Dominick Beaudine, Ben Rogers

And Congratulations to the following LAWPC athletes for making the 2011 California-Hawaii Boys Water Polo All American Team:
• 2nd Team: Danny McClintick
• 3rd Team: Jamie Kuprenas
• 4th Team: Cody Moore, Alec Zwaneveld
• 5th Team: Adam Abdulhamid
• 9th Team: Jon Lai
• Honorable Mention: Ben Rogers

September 1st 2011

Congratulations to the LAWPC athletes who have been named 2010-2011 USAWP Academic All Americans

Adam Abdulhamid*, EJ Ball*, Sierra Barton*, Leo Brossollet*, Langdon Froomer*, Brian Graziano*, Ashley Grossman*, Pat Harrigan, Taitum Herrington, Jamie Kuprenas*, Jonathan Lai*, Megan Linder, Andrew Meylan, Jake Miller*, Claralyse Palmer, Shane Patterson, Blake Range*, Bradley Schine*, Kayj Shannon*, Kassie Shannon & Ryan Zamanzadeh*

* denotes outstanding achievement of 4.0 or higher.

August 8th 2011

7 LAWPC Junior Olympic Teams place in the Top 14 in the USA!

2011 Junior Olympics Results - Congrats to all our LAWPC Teams

Men's
14U Red Team Gold Medal - Platinum Division [#1 in the USA]
16U Red Team Silver Medal - Platinum Division [#2 in the USA]
18U Red Team Bronze Medal - Platinum Division [#3 in the USA]
12U Red Team 13th Place - Platinum Division
14U White Team Gold Medal - Bronze Division

Women's
21U Red Team 4th Place - Platinum Division [#4 in the USA]
18U Red Team 14th Place - Platinum Division
16U Red Team 13th Place - Platinum Division

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