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We hope everyone had a great winter break and a happy New Year! As we return to practices starting Monday, January 5th, we’re heading into a busy and exciting stretch of the season.

We have a lot to look forward to and build upon in 2026 as we continue to grow and evolve as a club. Growth and change are always challenging, but as we’ve seen with the inclusion of Mac, the effort is always worth it.

Important scheduling notes for the first week back:

Brewster is still closed, so there will be no practice on Tuesday, January 6th.  Tuesdays will resume at Brewster on the 13th of January.

Due to ongoing heating issues at the Jimmy Thompson Facility, Saturday practices will move to Pinky Lewis Pool on the following dates:

Saturday Practice Schedule at Pinky Lewis (8:15–10:45 AM):

Please be sure to check the Google Calendar regularly for all updates and changes.

Happy New Year! Let’s get ready for a great second half of the season.

Club wide update for the return to practices starting Monday the 5th of January 2026

2026 Update

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With our first shot of winter, it’s clear the end of the year is approaching! We’re in a heavy training cycle as we head into our final tournaments and game days of the season.

We will always do our best to make cancellation decisions no later than 4:00 PM. Cancellation notifications will be posted on Email, Instagram, the Website front page header, and through a Text Blast from team managers. Most teams (14U and above) also have a chat group — it’s always helpful when everyone stays active and shares updates there. Ultimately, whether the club cancels or not, if you don’t feel safe driving (or having your child driven) to practice, please stay home. Safety comes first. And if you’re running late — don’t stress. Do your best to get there safely. Once your child arrives, they can hop in the water and we’ll go from there. A few minutes missed, or even an occasional practice, isn’t worth the risk.

Splashball, Swim & Play Ball, and 12U – No changes to their schedules 3 weeks left in the session, Bring a friend nights November 25th & 27th:)

Girls – 14U / 16U / 18U Girls: Now Mondays in Brantford. 18U Girls: Wednesdays 8:00–9:30 PM @ McMaster (MAC).

Boys – 18U Boys: Now Mondays @ McMaster (MAC). 14U / 16U / 18U Boys: Now Wednesdays in Brantford.

As the year progresses and we confirm numbers, 16U and potentially 2012 Girls/Boys will be added to the MAC practices. The McMaster women’s team is currently large, so we’re easing into this transition to avoid overcrowding. This opportunity has been a long time in the making, and we appreciate everyone’s patience as we roll it out properly.

12U – November 15th, 4:00–7:00 PM, Brantford.

14U / 16U Boys & Girls – November 16th, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, KW (Just added — attend if you can; Wilfred Laurier).

14U / 16U Girls – November 28th, 8:00–9:45 PM, Guelph (on deck, dressed for 8:00).

16U / 18U Boys – November 28th, 8:00–9:45 PM, Guelph (on deck, dressed for 8:00).

No practice in Brantford – Sunday, November 16th.

As strange as it may seem, this is the time of year when we begin finalizing training schedules and tournament plans for the 2026. We’ve already seen some tournament dates shift, and based on these changes — as well as the overlap with high school exams — we’ve decided not to attend the BC tournament in January for 14U and 16U. We hope to have the 2026 schedule finalized by the end of the week.

Thanks for reading — let’s get ready for another big week of training!

Upcoming Schedule Changes, Gameday Updates, & Winter Cancellation Policy

NOVEMBER UPDATE

Please see the attached MAVS Cup Schedule. As always, tournament schedules are subject to change, so please check for updates regularly.

Please send an e-transfer to: admin@hamiltonwaterpolo.ca

Important: In the message or subject line of your e-transfer, include your athlete’s name and team.

Please arrive 1 hour before your scheduled game

If you're running late or plans change, text us right away at the number below

Tournament this weekend for 12U, 14U & 16U in Etobicoke

Etobicoke Tournament Information

We hope you all have a wonderful few days to slow down, relax, and enjoy time with family and friends.

The first six weeks of the season have been very physically demanding for our athletes, and all of the coaches are extremely pleased with their effort and results so far. Feedback from McMaster has also been overwhelmingly positive.

This weekend, we only have Practice at Regular Time on Saturday at Jimmy Thompson. All Sunday and Monday practices are cancelled.

We’ve updated TeamSnap and will soon be transitioning to it as our primary communication platform. If you have not yet registered, please click the link below to complete your registration.

You’ll know you’re not registered if you did not receive two copies of this email.

Tournament season is approaching quickly, with our first competition in two weeks. Water Polo Canada recently changed its registration procedures for host teams, which may cause some scheduling delays.

For 16U and under, tournaments will be posted on TeamSnap by the end of the weekend — please mark your availability.

Oct 24-26: 12U, 14U, 16U – Paul Taylor – Etobicoke

Dec 6-7: 10U, 12U, 14U – KW Classic – KW

While we’re thrilled with the team’s in-water performance, we acknowledge there have been some challenges with pool scheduling. Every year brings new hurdles, and this season has been no exception with changes at Gretzky, Mac being closed, and adjustments from Water Polo Canada regarding tournament schedules and registration. We appreciate everyone’s patience as we navigate these challenges.

Clothing and team suits will be available online soon. 😊

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday weekend!

Great Start to the Season!  Time for tournaments

Happy Thanksgiving Update

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!!! 


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