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We are off and running, and the athletes are already working very hard. For our returning athletes, the coaches have all commented on the excellent level of fitness we’re seeing. For our new athletes, the coaches are blown away by the positive attitude and energy being displayed.

Please note the slight schedule change this weekend due to our exhibition games with McMaster on Sunday.

Saturday, September 20 – Jimmy Thompson Pool

Swim & Play Ball: 9:30–11:00 AM (normal time)

Splashball: 9:30–10:30 AM (normal time)

12U Competitive: 10:30–12:00 PM (normal time)

Full Competitive (Optional Practice): 4:00–6:00 PM – Brantford

14U, 16U, 18U Women’s Scrimmage with McMaster: 3:30–5:15 PM

16U, 18U Men’s Scrimmage with McMaster: 5:15–7:00 PM

We recognize there have been some inconsistencies in the schedule. To make things easier, we are moving the Google Calendar link to the top of the schedule page. As the club continues to evolve, we need to remain flexible so we can maximize our pool budget. With steady growth, securing additional pool time remains a priority.

It looks as though McMaster will reopen around Thanksgiving. We are committed to supporting their program and are already seeing positive benefits from this partnership.

The inconsistency of the NCL schedule has created some challenges in securing competitive games, particularly for the 18U group. Based on the schedule, despite the short timeline we would like the 18U'S to attend the following:

October 23–26 – Guildford Recreation Centre, Surrey, BC

Teams: 18U Men, 18U Women (only Western travel opportunity for this group this season)

Format: Open tournament featuring teams from across Canada and the U.S.

Full disclosure we are also looking at the following tournaments with 16U Eastern Nationals being the priority.

We are lookin to have a commitment for the October Tournament by September 28th.  The cost will be between $200-$300.00 per athlete plus flight and accommodation.   

An exciting opportunity has come up to participate in an athlete exchange program with a club in Germany. Please see the additional email for further details.

We appreciate everyone’s patience as we get this season started. Full pools are always a good thing, but we know it can feel a little chaotic at times. Thank you for your support and flexibility!

Busy Weekend.  First Gameday for Swim and Play Ball and Splashball Saturday, & Competitive Scrimmage vs. McMaster University Sunday.
Let's GOOOOOOOOOO!!! 


HAWPC UPDATE Sept 19th 2025

We hope everyone is excited for the season to officially begin next week!

The Google Calendar is now updated online — please check it regularly for the most current information.  Please note as we tighten up our Team Snap Organization you will get some duplicate information this usually subsides by late September.

As many of you know, Mac being closed presents some unique challenges, but as always, we’re ready to get creative and make the most of it.

We’re thrilled to kick off Swim and Play Ball and Splashball:

Brewster Pool: Starts Tuesday, September 16

Pinky Lewis: Starts Thursday, September 18

We can't wait for your water polo journey to begin!

Competitive Athlete Schedule (Joint Training Camp with McMaster)

14U / 16U / 18U Boys – 7:30–9:30 PM - WAYNE GRETZKY

10U / 12U / 14U / 16U – 6:30–9:00 PM - BREWSTER POOL

14U / 16U / 18U Girls – 7:30–9:30 PM - WAYNE GRETZKY

16U / 18U Girls – 6:30–8:30 PM - Wayne Gretzky

16U / 18U Boys – 7:30–9:30 PM - Wayne Gretzky

10U / 12U / 14U / – 6:30–8:30 PM - Pinky Lewis

As you may have noticed, we’ve made some changes to our programming and format for the upcoming season. One of the most significant updates is our expanded partnership with McMaster University.

We believe this collaboration will benefit the Club as a whole, and particularly our older athletes in Grades 11 and 12. Opportunities for mentorship and engagement with the university environment are expected to provide valuable experiences and personal growth.

We understand that major changes can be challenging at first and may take some time to adjust to — for players, parents, and coaches alike. But this is part of our organic growth as a club, and sometimes growth is a little messy!

Increase athlete development opportunities

Foster a stronger, more connected water polo community

Let’s get excited for a fantastic season ahead!

Competitive Athletes Back in the Water Monday Sept 8th.  Swim & Play Ball begin on Sept 16th

Competitve Season Begins Monday the 8th

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We hope everyone has had an amazing summer and enjoyed a well-deserved break — hopefully with a refreshing change of pace from the September-to-June grind!

We’re excited to kick off our 2025–2026 competitive season starting the week of September 8th, and we’re looking forward to building on the success of last year.

In true Hamilton fashion, we are already dealing with a facility closure at McMaster, which has thrown a few wrenches into the schedule — but we wouldn’t have it any other way .

The website has been updated for the new season.

The training schedule is accurate and live on our Google Calendar.

Thursday Brantford pool times are still being finalized, so please expect some small changes as things are confirmed.

We’ll once again be using RAMP and TeamSnap for communication and administration. These systems were very effective last year for managing closures and last-minute updates.

Registration is up and operational.  Please feel free to visit our website

LEASE NOTE: A $20.00 donation to Water Polo Canada is automatically selected (YES by default).

If you do not wish to donate, please be sure to select NO before completing your registration.

This year's tournament schedule is lighter than usual, due to a few cancellations and shifts in dates. We’re currently planning for travel out west in 2026 for 14U, 16U, and 18U teams.

Competitive Season (10U–18U) Begins: September 8th

10-Week Splashball & Swim and Play Ball Programs Begin: Week of September 16th

All program details and updates are posted on the HAWPC Calendar.

We are asking returning players to register with TeamSnap as soon as possible so we can begin organizing teams.

If any parents are interested in volunteering as Team Managers, please reach out — we’d love to get that organized early.

Moving equipment after Week 1 to Pinky Lewis, Brewster, and Jimmy Thompson pools.

Ball pump crew for Week 2 of Swim and Play Ball (Pro tip: never blow up balls in Week 1 — this is a lesson we only learn once!)

On Sunday, September 21st, we’ll be hosting two scrimmages with the McMaster Men’s and Women’s teams. We’d love to see our younger athletes attend, cheer on the teams, and be inspired.

This is shaping up to be a very exciting year! Patrick and I have spent the summer developing a high-quality training schedule, and we truly believe this season will be one of growth, fun, and strong development for all our athletes.

HAWPC is ready to go for the 2025-2026 Season.  

WELCOME TO THE 2025-2026 Season

As our summer water polo season comes to a close, we want to recognize the incredible effort, teamwork, and growth shown by all our athletes aged 6–14. From learning the fundamentals to building confidence in the pool, every player brought energy, determination, and great sportsmanship.

This season was about more than just competition—it was about making friends, developing skills, and enjoying the game together. A big thank you goes out to our coaches, parents, and volunteers who made the league possible and supported our players every step of the way.

We’re proud of how far each of our athletes has come and we look forward to seeing everyone back in the pool next season!

Outdoor Season 9 in the books we cannot wait for season 10

SUMMER SEASON CONCLUDED

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Welcome to February! We've had a fantastic start to 2025, and all of our athletes are working extremely hard. The coaches are very pleased with the progress we have made, and we feel well-prepared for the next phase of the season.

Just a reminder that in the event of a cancellation, coaches will make every effort to notify everyone by 4:00 PM. We will communicate cancellations via TeamSnap, email, Instagram, and a notice on the front page of our website.

As always, if you do not feel safe driving, please take the night off.

Our winter session is off to a great start! Any missed days will be made up at the end of the session.

Attention Grade 3 & 4 Athletes: If you are interested, we have several upcoming 10U tournaments see details below! If you'd like to participate, please email ancasterwaterpolo@gmail.com.

Family Day weekend marks the beginning of our final push toward Provincials and Nationals! We have several tournaments coming up, all listed on our website under the Calendar section. Here are 4 key events to note:

Divisions: 10U Coed, 12U Coed, 14U Boys/Girls, 16U Boys/Girls

Cost: 10U - $25 | All other divisions - $75

Payment: E-transfer to admin@hamiltonwaterpolo.ca

Please mark off your availability on Team Snap.

Have a great week please pay attention to your emails when the weather is questionable.

Information on upcoming tournaments and weather cancellation procedure

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