Annual Report Think.Act.Play is the program that was developed in conjunction with Water Polo Australia and NSW Sport & Recreation to ensure that core values, good reputation, and positive behaviours are maintained. Water Polo NSW has implemented the program and envisage it to be a cornerstone support to the development of the Sport.
The key messages that the program aims to promote are:
THINK before you speak ACT with respect PLAY in the spirit of the game
All Clubs and Regional Associations are encouraged to look to implement the program within their local training and activities.
If you would like more information, please contact Water Polo NSW
Pictured on front cover: Isla & Ehren Little. Credit: Andy D Photography. CONTENTS
VISION MISSION VALUES 2
CURRENT OFFICE BEARERS & PERSONNEL 3
HONOUR ROLL 4
CLUBS & ASSOCIATIONS 5 PARTICIPATION & ENGAGEMENT 6 PRESIDENT’S REPORT 7
EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT 8
SPORTS DEVELOPMENT REPORT 10
OFFICIALS DEVELOPMENT REPORT 14
NSW INSTITUTE OF SPORT REPORT 16
SYDNEY ACADEMY REPORT 18
REGIONAL DIRECTOR’S REPORT 20
REGIONAL ASSOCIATION REPORTS 21
COMPETITIONS & EVENTS REPORT 25
STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS 26
LOCAL COMPETITION RESULTS 32
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS 35
NATIONAL WATER POLO LEAGUE 36
NATIONAL REPRESENTATION 37
HALL OF CHAMPIONS 38
VALE DAVID WOODS 39
OFFICE BEARERS 40
FINANCIAL REPORT (ANNEXURE A) 43
OUR OBJECTIVES Improve our communication and engagement with members and stakeholders. Identify and provide benefits and services to regional clubs and associations Increase playing and non-playing memberships Deliver professional competition and event management Provide member benefits Establish a WPNSW presence in Schools Attract long-term sponsors and commercial partners
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OFFICE BEARERS 2016/17
HONOURARY CONSTITUTIONAL OPERATIONAL OFFICER REFERENCE GROUP PERSONNEL
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SYDNEY ACADEMY
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HONOUR ROLL
LIFE MEMBERS
1936 H. Grose * 1980 F.L.Falson * 1990 L.J. Kay 1 939 C.E. Chapman* 1980 R. L Smee 1991 K.F.Connor * 1950 H. Doener * 1983 J. Thornett 1992 P.H. Kerr 1963 H.K. Porter * 1985 D.F. Hamill 1992 A.P. Kerr 1963 A.P. Hart * 1985 D.M Woods 1998 G. Wulf 1971 R.Y Traynor * 1986 P.G. Montgomery 1999 D.J. Marks 1978 G.R. Woods * 1989 W.R. Jones 2012 D. Henricks 1978 V.J. Chalwin * 1989 G. Winterton * 2012 B. Falson 1979 M.W. Gooley 2014 P. Waterman 1979 W. Berge Phillips * * denotes deceased
PRESIDENTS
1929/30 H. Shaw 1966/67 - 68/69 H.J. Bund 1930/31 - 32/33 J.C. Dempsey 1969/70 - 76/77 V.J. Chalwin 1933/34 - 35/36 H. Grose 1977/78 - 82/83 G.R. Woods 1936/37 J. Dreelin 1983/84 - 87/88 W.P. Jones 1937/38 - 39/40 C.E. Chapman 1988/89 - 95/96 P.H. Kerr 1940/41 - 42/43 M. Campbell 1996/97 - 07/08 D.M. Woods 1943/44 - 54/55 H.K. Porter 2008/09 - 09/10 D.J. Marks 1955/56 - 59/60 A.P. Hart 2010/11 - 12/13 D. Henricks 1960/61 - 62/62 F. Lamb 2013/14 - Current N. Hodgers 1963/64 - 65/66 G.R. Woods
HALL OF CHAMPIONS
John Thornett Cathy Parkes (née Turner) Charles Turner Peter Montgomery Andrew Kerr Hermie Doener Dick Thornett David Woods Chris Wybrow Roger Cornforth
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CLUBS & ASSOCIATIONS
METROPOLITAN CLUBS
Blue Mountains Parramatta Sydney Stingers Coogee Piranhas Sydney Uni Men Cronulla Ryde Sydney Uni Women Drummoyne Sydney Northern Beaches UNSW Wests Icebergs Sutherland Shire QVS Wizards Macquarie Uni Sydney Dolphins UTS Balmain
REGIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & CLUBS
Bathurst Water Polo Ovens & Murray Water Polo Albury Tigers Coffs Harbour Water Polo Northside Stingrays Sharks Central Coast Water Polo Pool Pirates Gosford Wodonga The Entrance Woy Woy Southern Highlands Water Polo Wyong Mainers Polar Bears Dubbo Water Polo Sharks Dolphins Far North Coast Alstonville Junior Water Polo Sutherland Shire Water Polo Association Alstonville Water Polo Arctic Ballina Bin Chooks Caringbah Byron Bay Sharks Gunnamatta Le-Ba Water Polo Bundeena Lennox Water Polo Sutherland Lismore Water Polo Shire Mullum Water Polo Tamworth & District Water Polo Newcastle Districts Eco Energy Central Newcastle Southgate Inn Easts Tamworth Tigers Hunter Hurricanes U16 Boys Rep Lake Macquarie Newcastle Uni Wagga Water Polo Raymond Terrace Dolphins Wagga Octopuses Raiders
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PARTICIPATION & ENGAGEMENT
PARTICIPATION IN NEW SOUTH WALES Junior Participation in NSW Water Polo in New South Wales continues to boast the largest participation numbers in the country with 50% of participants nationally. Female Male Below are participation numbers for the 2016/17 year for New South Wales in both the Sydney metro- politan area and regional areas.
MEMBERSHIP Junior Participation Male Female National NUMBERS NSW v National Senior 2170 1447 6437 Junior 2828 1884 10059 *estimates NSW National
OFFICIALS NSW National
Coaches 150 698 Senior Participation in NSW Officials 177 685
DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT Female Male 11% increase in Facebook followers (2852 > 3210)
Average Post Reach - 1387 people Senior Participation NSW v National
Average Page Reach - 1489 people
NSW Facebook continued to be our main platform for National communication with our members (after email and website) however, communication through twitter and Instagram are increasing.
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT
The organisation has continued evolving as a business The project will draw on unit, in sport development, events and competitions experiences learnt over as well as officials’ recent years. The number development. of teams and athletes involved is expected to The Constitution underwent a review during 2016, be unprecedented in this and the revised document was adopted at the 2016 format. Annual Conference. It is intended that the current document will continue to change and grow as the I congratulate David organisation’s needs dictate. Whittaker and the staff of WPNSWI on their contribution to the successful The 2016 Annual Conference also adopted a change and efficient running of the operation. to the financial year end from June 30th to March 31st, as a result the reports being presented to this Finally, I must acknowledge Nathan Thomas’ contribu- Annual Conference relate to the 9 month period from tion to the sport at many levels during his time on the July 1st 2016 to 31st March 2017. Board of WPNSWI.
The Sport Development programs initiated in prior Nathan stepped down from his position at the end of years have continued to perform strongly. As noted in 2016 due to other commitments. It would be impos- past reports, the pilot programs conducted in the sible to outline the significance of Nathan’s contribu- metropolitan area are able to be taken into the re- tion in this report, however, without question, Na- gional areas. More opportunities are being identified than’s passion, energy and vision have created a mo- as we move forward and are being prioritised at the mentum that has resulted in the significant progress same time. Access to venues that are being redevel- in recent times and will continue as we move the oped in the near future will create challenges for the sport forward in the future. programs in the metropolitan area. To all Life Members, members, Clubs and Affiliated The delivery of events and competitions has been bodies, thank you for your support and input over the formalised and as a result, the presentation and out- past 9 months. comes of this area is now at an extremely profession- al standard.
One example is the Sydney Youth Festival to be Nick Hodgers conducted in July. The organisation to deliver this President event has been several months in planning.
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EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT
Once again it is a privilege and honour to report on The most significant initiative introduced during the the activities of Water Polo NSW in the 2016/17 year undoubtedly was the introduction of the inaugu- year. The implementation by members of a revamped ral Sydney Youth Festival 2017 (SYF17). Planning for Constitution in March 2017, has meant that this An- this event in addition to the 2017 State Team Pro- nual Report reflects activities for the new financial gram commenced in September 2016 and continued year period of 1st July 2016 to 31st March. with the subsequently engagement of a dedicated Project Co-Ordinator (Scott Nicholson – Actuex) in Firstly, I would like to take this opportunity to thank November. This is envisaged to be a truly unique the Board for their passion to strive for continual im- event designed to incorporate State Level & Interna- provement in the operation of the organisation and tional teams competing in multiple junior age based development of the Sport in general. Their collective tournaments with Four (4) fields of play running sim- wisdom, assistance and guidance cannot be taken for ultaneously at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre. granted and is a true asset of WPNSW. I would also More details in next year report of the outcome of like to thank Chris Dyson (Sports Development Man- what is a truly memorable event that received wide ager) and the office team for their dedication, sup- spread approval and endorsement highlighting the port and commitment in what has been a both a re- skills and capacity of the WPNSW team. warding and challenging year. A strategic partnership was commenced with Bright The year commenced with a successful State Team Club (Kevin Dyson) with the introduction of a pilot Program in July 2016 which included Eighteen (18) program in September 2016 for the management of NSW junior teams competing at the East Coast Chal- the Sydney Academy Program. As part of the pilot a lenge (ECC) in Melbourne and the Pan Pacific Youth dedicated website was implemented along with ath- Championships in New Zealand which culminated in lete participation and communication portal. The suc- Gold Medals for both Boys & Girls U14 teams at the cess of the pilot saw a continuation of services ECC. Upon return from overseas attention of the of- throughout the year. In addition, Bright Club became fice quickly turned towards the conclusion in August an integral part of the SYF17 Organising Team with of another competitive Winter Season for the Sydney particular focus on communications and development Metropolitan competition plus preparations for Na- of an NSW Teams portal and specific Event websites. tional 16&Under Championships at the end of Sep- tember in Hobart (Girls) and Brisbane (Boys) where The 2016/17 Summer Season witness the birth of a Sydney Northern Beaches team coming away with the new regional Club in Dubbo under the guidance of Gold Medal. Sam MacGregor (three-time Olympian) who has relo- cated with his family to the Dubbo area. On behalf of all members, WPNSW had the pleasure to assist the Club by providing initial equipment. I am sure that everyone will encourage Sam and his team of volun- teers for the coming years.
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EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT
December provided an opportunity to introduce an- The New South Wales other new initiative of the of the Macquarie Sports Government continues to Clinics combining with the NSW U14 Championships support Water Polo NSW. at Dubbo and Bathurst. This saw Two Hundred (200) The Office of Sport pro- local, regional and metropolitan athletes receiving a vided annual and project free merchandise pack, including a water polo ball and specific funding under drink bottle, plus participating in a skill clinics con- the Sport and Develop- ducted by Olympians and Australian representatives. ment Program. The New South Wales Institute of A productive relationship with Water Polo Australia Sport (NSWIS) continues (WPA) continued with Christian Renford being ap- to provide scholarships to pointed as WPA Chief Executive Officer in September elite athletes developed 2016. Significant developments particularly in partici- through Water Polo NSW programs and competitions. pation programs and a ‘Whole of Sport’ strategic plan have recently been undertaken. Finally, I would like to acknowledge all affiliated Club officials and executives. Thank you all for your tireless Financial trading resulted in a surplus of Nine Thou- work throughout the year for the benefit of the sand Four Hundred and Forty Dollars ($9,440) for the Sport. Looking forward to working with you all again nine (9) months ending 31st March. This result is af- in 2017/18 and beyond. ter an adjustment reducing income by Thirty-Five Thousand Four Hundred and Forty Dollars ($35,440) relating to prior year reporting. While a direct com- parison to the prior year is unable to be made due to the change in financial year period, the result is posi- tive with significant expenditure in development and capacity of the organisation. Although the overall fi- David Whittaker nancial position of the organisation is relatively strong Executive Officer with Net Assets of Four Hundred and Ten Thousand, Five Hundred and Ninety-Seven Dollars ($410,597) collection of trade debts continues to be a challenge with a provision of Forty Nine Percent (49%) report- ed in doubtful debts.
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SPORTS DEVELOPMENT REPORT
Sport development is a constant evolving mechanism U13s WPNSW DEVELOPMENT CLINIC that produces an incredible number of opportunities The U13s WPNSW Development Clinics were held throughout NSW. As per usual we are constantly at- over two weekends (September 3rd, 4th & Septem- tempting to improve the quality of our current ser- ber 10th, 11th) and were delivered at Ryde, Sydney vices, implement new programs where applicable, and Olympic Park and Ashfield Aquatic Centres. The clin- grow and develop the sport at all abilities (beginner, ics catered for 134 participants born 2003 and later. intermediates, advanced) and across all stakeholders On the 1st weekend 60 participants attended and 74 (athletes, coaches, officials, committee members, participants on the 2nd weekend. volunteers and parents) and for all levels (club, state, The Clinic was coordinated and head coached by national). Chris Batty, and Junior Australian representative Rhys Holden ran the gym sessions. Developing coaches WPNSW ACADEMY were invited to attend the sessions with people com- WPNSW Academy was in full operation, with pool, ing from across NSW. The Development Clinic also Athletic Core Enhancement Program, and Speed provided several external development sessions. The Technique Enhancement Program running across 2 gym sessions were composed of injury minimisation venues 6 days per week. All water based sessions and core enhancement exercises, and fun modified were held at Ashfield Aquatic Centre, and land based land games at each of the weekends. A presenter was at the University of Technology Elite Athlete Gym. their to deliver an introduction to water polo work- Our very successful coordinators and head coaches shops (THINK.ACT.PLAY/ practical coaching compo- stepped down from their roles, being Raphael Pirat nent and theoretical officiating session). and Vedran Cirkovic. Fortunately, 3 x Olympian and The U13s WPNSW Development Clinic was the inau- Australian Men’s Vice Captain Richie Campbell was gural Water Polo NSW Development Clinic and overall available to fill their shoes. Richie filled the role for it was a successful weekend with all participants en- term 4 2016 and term 1 2017. Australian Olympic joying. Coach Brian Sutton was also head coach of STEP. Kyle Alp will report further on the WPNSWA for this period.
Pictured above: Academy gym session at UTS Pictured right: Stretching at U13 development weekend
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SPORTS DEVELOPMENT REPORT
U12S FESTIVAL 2016 FIRST GRADE FINALS 2016 The U12s Festival was held from Saturday 24th Sep- The First Grade Finals were held at Ryde Aquatic Cen- tember to Monday 26th September 2016 at Ashfield tre on the 3rd December 2016. The 1st Grade Finals Aquatic Centre. WPNSW had three partners in place: were commentated by Mike “Westie’ Westdorp which Chobani, Nuzest and AGON Swimwear. The U12s improved the overall atmosphere of the event. The Festival composed of eight Boys and five Girls teams halftime break of each final saw future prospect over the course of the event. The event was coordi- athletes participating in the U12s half-time game. nated by Sarah Pow, and the standard Water Polo These athletes participated in the recent U12 Festival rules were modified by using inflatable goals, smaller organised by Water Polo NSW and the spectators en- balls and fields, and some other fun modifications. joyed that half-time atmosphere. The Ladies First Running simultaneously to the festival, WPNSW also Grand Final saw UNSW Wests Killer Whales take on conducted a referee development program, in which Cronulla Sharks at 3:00pm. UNSW Wests were victo- young athletes were able to develop their refereeing rious with a win over Cronulla Sharks. The Men’s First skills and experience through a concentrated Grand Final saw UNSW Wests Magpies take on Syd- development weekend. The participants were given ney University Lions at 4:30pm with Sydney Uni an exciting and memorable experience, with the event claiming the title. The event was successful and addons being BBQs, music, mixed games and basket- WPNSW wish to continue this event in the future. ball to improve the overall atmosphere. Sydney University Silverbacks took out the Gold Medal in the Boys Division while UNSW Wests de- feated Sydney University in the Girls Division. The event was very successful and plays a pivotal role in the ongoing participation of water polo in NSW.
Pictured left: U12 Festival winners. Pictured above: 2016 First Grade Finals winners
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SPORTS DEVELOPMENT REPORT
REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM WPNSW implements the Regional Development Pro- gram (RDP) to provide the regional water polo clubs with resources, ensuring they have more opportuni- MACQUARIE SPORT CLINICS ties to grow and to be involved with the water polo The Central West NSW Water Polo Clinics were a new community. This includes resources such as Coaching initiative for Water Polo NSW and a first for Macquar- and Officiating courses, the Think.Act.Play workshop, ie. The clinics’ aim was to provide water polo partici- strategic planning, skills clinics and any options for a pation and development opportunities to regional State level representative to attend board meetings. NSW children. The Macquarie Sport Clinics were held It is offered to all member associations and is deliv- on Wednesday 21st December at Bathurst and Dub- ered year round through various formats, with a con- bo Aquatic Centre. centrated timeframe between October to December. The project objectives were supported by the ability In 2016, both coaching and officiating courses plus to provide equal access & water polo pathway oppor- participation clinics were ran at Tamworth and Al- tunities to regional athletes. Another objective of the stonville, officiating course at Wagga Wagga, officiat- clinic gave an opportunity to provide health and well- ing course plus technical referee feedback for Ovens being activities to varying demographics of the com- and Murray and an officiating course ran at Mitta- munity (for example: Socio-economically disadvan- gong for Southern Highlands. WPNSW strives to con- taged; or see participating in such programs as being tinue implementing the RDP to further develop and an obstacle for whatever reason/s). The clinic also give support to all member associates and increase supports the notion that such initiatives engage and resources that are offered. support current and new community programs and benefit local infrastructure. The clinics were held in conjunction with the U14 state championships. U14’s Girls State Championships were conducted at Bathurst Aquatic Centre. The U14’s Boys State Championships took place at Dubbo Aquatic Centre. Hosting the clinics to coincide with the championships allowed regional attendees to witness elite level competition water polo. Over 200 school aged participants attended the clin- ics which promoted a fun and vibrant water polo at- mosphere for all ability levels. Coaches ranged from Water Polo NSW and Macquarie Sport staff members
to previous Australian representatives Sam McGreg- Pictured above: Keesja Gofers & Richie Campbell talking to teams at the U14 Boys State Championships about or, Nathan Thomas, Greg McFadden, Bronwyn Mayer Think.Act.Play. and Nikita Williams, and to head line the event current Olympians: Richie Campbell, Lea Yanitsas and Keesja Gofers.
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SPORTS DEVELOPMENT REPORT
PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS STATE TEAM Participation programs are a continuing PROGRAM priority in NSW. However, until more infrastructure is The STP will be developed the entire sport is somewhat limited as to addressed in the next how/who/what/when/why is implemented as it re- annual report as the quires an incredibly skilled person and a lot of stars to selection camps did not align to make anything long term and sustainable. commence until April 2017. WPA does have a lot of infrastructure on the way, and WPNSW engaged the this year we were able to pilot a number of programs. services of Scott The Sporting Schools program was held in Bega, NSW. Nicholson and Actuex, Australian Olympians Richie Campbell and Kessja Gof- and through BrightClub to fers went down and took part in the event which was deliver the 2017 STP. The main administration team positively responded by the kids. was composed with Actuex, BrightClub, Kyle Alp and myself. The program was worked from October 2016 The event ran for 1.5 hours per day for 5 days in a – August 2017, and the next annual report will row and WPNSW delivered the WPA program. The discuss how and what the team developed from April event ran successfully with support funding by the 2017, detailing the processes of the selection camp, Australian Sports Commission. In addition Olympian team training weekends, and Sydney Youth Festival. Richie Campbell delivered on behalf of WPNSW an eight week WPA Flippaball program at St Catherine’s School, implementing the program during PDHPE classes for children in years 3-6. Chris Dyson Sports Development Manager
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OFFICIALS DEVELOPMENT REPORT
Throughout the Winter cycle of the 2016/17 season, To supplement the learning and development of these the commitment and focus of Water Polo NSW officials and coaches, WPNSW sent delegates out to (WPNSW) was to provide as many opportunities as Tamworth, Ovens and Murray, Wagga Wagga, the possible for current and potential coaches and offi- Southern Highlands, Newcastle, the Central Coast and cials to access education, training and support in or- Alstonville throughout their summer competitions and der to upskill the wider water polo community and once again at the end of their summer seasons and increase the standard of water polo that clubs pro- provided feedback and educational material, as well as duce, and officials referee on a regular basis. assisting in the officiating of finals fixtures to pro- mote a higher standard of play and encourage devel- Building on the foundation principles of 2015/16 oping officials to do the same. season, WPNSW once again engaged heavily with re- gional associations to assist in the upskilling of offi- Throughout the 2016/17 season, NSW officials con- cials and coaches in regional areas, as well as provid- tinued to excel at a national level, including some of ing metropolitan-based, high-quality officials for re- our younger elite officials being given the opportunity gional finals series. to mix it with the senior elite officials from across Australia. 24 officials from both metropolitan and re- Over the 2016/17 Summer competition period, gional areas and 3 delegates were selected to offici- WPNSW conducted 7 Officials Courses (NOAS) in to- ate at Junior National Championships (16U, 14U and tal, with 5 provided in regional centres, and 4 coach- 18U) throughout the 2016 National Championships ing courses, all of which were provided in regional year, with numerous officials being awarded semi- centres. From this, we had 19 of 68 participants in finals and grand finals for their performances. the officials course actively working towards or at- taining their officiating accreditation, and 11 coaches out of 42 following the same in regional areas alone.
Pictured above: NSW Referees at the 2017 14&Under Boys National Championships in Albury/Wodonga
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OFFICIALS DEVELOPMENT REPORT
Referees by Age & Gender Finally, for the first time ever, WPNSW held an awards night where the
Male <21 efforts and achievements Male >21 of all officials were cele- Female <21 brated. On this night, Female >21 there were a number of officials recognised for outstanding achieve- ments, as well as the In addition to this, NSW once again had a strong rep- naming of the inaugural resentation in the National Water Polo League referee development squad (NWPL), with 8 NSW officials in the National Water as a development initiative. Polo League for 2017, being Daniel Bartels, Nick A full list of award recipients is as below. Hodgers, Chris Hook, David Gerrie, Adam Richardson, Ashleigh Kaesler and two newcomers in Liam Ireland and Conor Davis, as well as 3 delegates in Michael Hart, Ken Miranda and Allen Caldwell. From this panel, Ashleigh Kaesler Michael Hart represented Australia as a delegate Officials Development Officer (pool deck official) at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. METROPOLITAN AWARDS Rookie Referee of the Year: Daniel Corbett Rookie Encouragement Award: Luke Dunford & Natasha Majstorovic Most Improved Referee: Harry Sanderson Referee Service Award: Ken Miranda Referee of the Year: Liam Ireland
REPRESENTATIVE AWARDS Rookie Referee of the Year: Jacqui McGuirk Referee of the Year: Ashleigh Kaesler
REFEREE DEVELOPMENT SQUAD 2016
Zoe Dowdell Matthias Jancic
Liam Ireland Jacqui McGuirk
Conor Davis Daniel Corbett
Matthew Wilcox Matthew Goldman
James Miranda Natasha Majstorovic Pictured above: Michael Hart at Rio 2016 WPNSW 2016/2017 Annual Report 15
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SYDNEY ACADEMY REPORT
The Water Polo NSW Academy (WPNSWA) is an invi- MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT tational program which commenced in January 2015. There are 3 components to the Academy program: SNRS POOL ACE B02 ACE POOL
1. Academy Water Polo U14 POOL Water Polo pool sessions and ACE (Athletic Core En- C/D U14 hancement) at UTS gym assists with the growth and POOL A/B development of athletes whilst assisting them with the transition into elite water polo. Focus of the pool OPEN STEP STEP STEP sessions are technique, endurance and strength in HPP POOL passing, leg work, shooting and game physicality. ACE focuses on dry land functional movement, core COACHING STAFF strength, flexibility and muscle development all for WPNSWA is coached by several coaches who all have injury prevention elite water polo experience. A number of Academy coaches who devote their time to the program are 2. High Performance Program (HPP) Nationally Identified coaches, National League Coach- The was introduced to Academy in January 2017. The es, and top tier coaches within the state. The program HPP is a program designed to bridge the gap between is overseen by the NSWIS coaches and teaches the the Academy and NSWIS whilst assisting those who fundamental skills and drills that form the basis of the are on the cusp of national team selections. Eligibility NSWIS level. This exposure and the experience that to the HPP squad is based off national identification the athletes receive during the WPNSW is unique and and by invitation. Currently the squad is capped at 30 innovative, and replicates contemporary water polo. athletes. In 2017 Term 2 and 3, Vedran Cirkovic and Raphael 3. STEP Swimming Pirat were employed as Head Coaches for the Acade- (Speed Technique Enhancement Program) – com- my program. Feedback from athletes and parents was menced Term 1 2016 and is open to any NSW regis- excellent as both Vedran and Raphael are experi- tered athlete who meets minimum swim time re- enced, well organised and disciplined coaches who quirements. This program is water polo specific swim- have high expectations of athletes. Vedran moved ming training. onto become Head coach at Scots College and Raph- ael returned to France In September 2017. In 2017 The weekly Academy program for Term 1 2018 con- Term 4 and 2018 Term 1 Richie Campbell took over sisted of 5 x pool sessions, 2 x ACE sessions and 3 x as Head Coach and this was positive for the program STEP sessions as outlined over page. due to Richie’s high profile in the sport. Brian Sutton, former Australian swimming coach con- tinued to spearheaded the STEP program since its inception in Term 1 2016.
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SYDNEY ACADEMY REPORT
ATHLETE ATTENDANCE UTS RELATIONSHIP Registrations have fluctuated term by term as per UTS continue below. Fluctuation athlete registrations can be due to to support the a number of reasons including: WPNSWA program with 1. Term 3 – post STP program parents and athletes the use of the are financially and physically stressed Elite Sports 2. Term 2 & 3 – colder Terms facilities 2 3. Term 4 – many clubs ramp up training prior to days a week for 1.5hrs per session. This relationship is State Championships over Christmas holidays invaluable and allows a professional and safe environ- 4. Term 4 – School Swimming and Water Polo pro- ment for the athletes to participate in ACE program. grams clash with WPNSWA programs UTS also provide an annual breakfast in Term 4 to 5. Coaching staff not being perceived as good enough advise all athletes and parents of the EAP (Elite Ath- lete Program) and EAP (Emerging Athlete Program) programs at UTS available to Academy athletes. Max Academy STEP Total % Capacity Term 3 ASHFIELD AQUATIC CENTRE 165 79 244 320 76.25 2016 Ashfield management continue to support the Term 4 153 63 216 320 67.50 WPNSWA program by allowing early entry into the 2016 facility, buying 2 new sets of goals to use and allocat- Term 1 187 50 237 320 74.06 ing locked storage space under the grandstand for 2017 our equipment. We were advised Ashfield was to
close for renovations Dec 2016, then it was extended to July 2017 and now the date is April 2018.
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REGIONAL DIRECTOR REPORT
The 2016/17 Season presented numerous opportunities Many of the players came from small clubs who were una- once again for our Regional Water Polo members. Country ble to field standalone teams for these championships. based junior teams performed well in the Club Team based Continued allowance to enter Country teams will hopefully State Age Championships with state squad and national help to keep these players in the sport and strengthen the squad selections resulting. Regional centres, Dubbo (U14 regional numbers in the U18/U20 age groups plus provide Boys), Bathurst (U14 Girls) and Canberra (U16 Boys & upskilling opportunities for Regional Coaches, Managers Girls) hosted State Age Championships, Parramatta for and Referees. Regional selectors were also named for U14 Country Districts for the last time and Wagga hosted Open and U16 State Championships. Country Clubs Championship at Wagga and Junee pools. Results of Regional Junior teams in National Age Champion- Regional Development Weekends were also provided to a ships was pleasing with teams placing well in Championship, number of regional centres which included skills and drills Plate and Bowl Divisions. Regional juniors were selected in clinics for players, officiating, coaching and refereeing WPNSW State Squads to attend TAP Camps from which courses, plus support for the local clubs and their commit- State teams will be selected to compete in the Sydney tees. Representative pathways for Regional Coaches, Ref- Youth Festival that is incorporating the U14 East Coast erees and Officials has already resulted in more opportuni- Challenge and Trans Tasman Competitions. ties for these members helping to increase the overall level of proficiency at both State and National competitions as At a senior level, both the Country Districts & Country Club well as in local clubs. Further development for Regional tournaments are used to select the NSW Country Men’s members will continue to be pursued in the 2017/18 sea- and Women’s Blues and Waratahs teams to compete in the son. Australian Country Championships. The National Country titles will be played at Hobart Aquatic Centre in a revamped Regional Teleconferences has also provided opportunities national championship, mid May 2017. for regional clubs and members to network and assist with local problem solving and realisation of like-minded regions Development of Country Water Polo, particularly at the to work together with WPNSW for the future security of junior level saw the first U14 Junior Country Clubs carnival Country Water Polo. at Lambton and Terrace pools end of November. 8 boys and 5 girls Club teams competed with players com- Thank you to the Management and Staff of WPNSW for ing from ACT, Alstonville, Tamworth, Coffs Harbour, New- facilitating this sport. Also to all the many volunteers of castle, Central Coast, and Southern Highlands. The empha- the various clubs in the regional areas and in particular, sis of this competition was development of players, refer- those who hold positions on their respective Club Commit- ees, Club Coaches, and table officials under carnival condi- tees. tions. Several junior referees were identified for further development both at Club and State level. A very big thank Country water polo would not exist without you! Country you to Newcastle Water Polo and Hunter Hurricanes Na- and Regional water polo must continue to develop and tional League Club for hosting and a personal thank you to evolve in existing centres but also pursue new areas/ Lee Bendeich and Alissa Berry for their great assistance. districts to introduce this great game.
For the very first time an U18’s Boys and an U18’s Girls Country Team was entered in the WPNSW U18 State Championships to enable the regional players continued growth and development. GAIL SALTER WPNSW COUNTRY DIRECTOR.
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BATHURST
REGION DELEGATES Bathurst is a single Club operating a 6 team President – Lucinda Wells Competition. Secretary – John Collins Treasurer – Murray Cheers Whilst we have an extra team in the competition Delegate – Nikita Williams numbers remain low. There has been a increase in jun- ior players which is promising. We would like to thank WPNSW for its support of the Club this season and their understanding of our financial posi- MEMBERSHIP NUMBERS tion. 20 senior males/16 senior fe- males The Bathurst Regional Council took up the opportuni- 18 junior males/ 12 junior fe- ty to host the U14 girls championships in December males 2016. Associate members/non- playing 4 At this stage we are hoping to have another school Teams per club 6 team join the competition next year.
DUBBO
REGION DELEGATES The 2016/17 season saw the return of water polo to President – Sam McGregor the Dubbo region for the first time in many years. The Vice President – Scott Ferrari Club was grateful to receive the support of Water Treasurer – Murray Wood Polo New South Wales, who provided administrative Registrar – Belinda Hollingworth advice and much needed equipment to allow the Club to deliver a successful season. MEMBERSHIP NUMBERS The Club was excited to have 55 members sign up to 29 Junior female members participate in this year’s program, which consisted of 14 Junior male members skills development and modified games. It is the Club’s 7 Senior female members goal to launch a competition in the 2017/18 season. 5 Senior male members Dubbo was lucky to have The NSW State Under 14 Boys Championships come to Dubbo in December 2016. It was a fantastic tournament for our members to be able to watch and learn how the game is played at a high level. The response from all stakeholders was the event was a great success and Dubbo Water Polo Club look forward to one day entering a team!
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NEWCASTLE
REGION DELEGATES The 2016/2017 season started with a brand new execu- Vice President – Mark Preece tive committee being elected, which meant the committee Secretary – Elaine Lambert was on a steep learning curve as we prepared for the com- Treasurer – Lisa Matheson petition commencement. Registrar – Kylie Saunders Committee – Sally Schmieden, Peter McFadyen & Toby Hunt Two key items NWPI achieved this season: • At the beginning of the season NWPI CENTRAL NEWCASTLE provided a $1000 grant to each of the 5 clubs to President – Steve Power enable each club to provide new equipment for their Vice President – Mark Humby teams. Secretary/Registrar – Lee Bendeich • In February a planning session was held with NWPI Treasurer – Andrea Thomas and Club Representatives attending to identify Committee – Lisa Matheson, Elaine Lambert, Michale strategies that could be put in place for following Pfeiffer, Sally Schmeiden, Nikki Burdack seasons with the aim of growing Water Polo in EASTS Newcastle. President – Mark Davy Vice President – Maddie Thomas The Newcastle Water Polo Competition itself provided very LAKE MACQUARIE strong participation in the U14 and U17 age groups, which President/Maintenance Officer – Clint Bryant is a good sign for the Newcastle competition going for- Secretary – Raquel Whipp ward. I would like to thank all the players, parents, coach- Vice President – Toby Hunt es, referees and volunteers for contributing to another Treasurer – Tiarn Stubbs successful year of Newcastle Water Polo competition. Registrar/Social Media – Ellie Singleton Public Officer – Rick Hopper NWPI continued with the paid referee system and it assist- NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY ed with the supply of referees for competition games. It President/Registrar – Simon Clulow was very pleasing to see a number of our junior players Vice President – Lachlan Turner stepping up to referee games each weekend. Secretary/Treasurer – Philippa Patterson The enormous amount of personal time and effort that RAYMOND TERRACE goes into ensuring the provision of a successful competi- President – Mick O’Brien tion and this seasons NWPI Committee of Elaine Lambert, Vice President – Peter McFadyen Lisa Matheson, Kylie Saunders, Sally Schmieden, Peter Secretary/Public Officer/ Registrar – Alissa Berry McFadyen, Toby Hunt, are all to be thanked for their com- Treasurer – Adele Berry mitment and determination throughout the year to ensure a positive result. For the 2017/18 season the outgoing TEAMS PER CLUB NWPI Committee looks forward to further improvement Central Newcastle 16 | Easts 9 | Lake Macquarie 6 and member involvement in Water Polo in the Newcastle Newcastle University 4 | Raymond Terrace 6 area. TOTAL 41
MEMBERSHIP NUMBERS The gender split for players in the 2016/17 season is as follows: Female 176 (40.2%) | Male 241 (55%) Other 21 (4.8%) This was because clubs did not enter the person gender
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OVENS & MURRAY
REGION DELEGATES MEMBERSHIP NUMBERS President - Brendan Dickie Seniors: 199 Vice President - Grace De Grazia Juniors: 241 Secretary - Marg Moran Associate: 10 Treasurer - Fiona Tuthill Flippaball: 25 Registrar - Emma Gould Delegates - Neil Baillie, Tony Remington, Nat O’Neil, MEMBERSHIP PER CLUB Jimmy Scannell, Cath O’Brien Albury Tigers: 142 Sharks: 105 CLUBS Pool Pirates: 123 ALBURY TIGERS Northside Stingrays: 74 President - Jimmy Scannell Wodonga Dolphins: 22 Vice President - Fraser Cameron Treasurer- Marg Moran The 14&Under National Championships were held on Registrar - Kaz Wilcox the Border for the 3rd year in a row and a first for the boys competition. SHARKS President - Shannon Gould There were 32 teams from across Australia entered Vice President - Brendan Dickie the tournament. The young O&M boys team came Secretary - Cath O’Brien 19th. Treasurer - Emma Gould Ovens & Murray were also well represented by POOL PIRATES referee’s for this tournament: President - Neil Baillie James O’Brien – Bronze Medal match Vice President - Tom Hawkesworth Brendan Dickie Secretary - Kelly Latta Leah Dodd Treasurer - Andrew Bassingthwaighte Callum Bruce – Referee encouragement Award Jim Bruce Northside Stingrays Katie Bruce President - Tony Remington Rex Gallaher Vice President - Sharlene Mutsch Lexie White Secretary - Shanna McDonald Treasurer - Shane McDonnell
WODONGA DOLPHINS President - Nat O’Neil Vice President - Andrew Falconner Secretary - Jessica Harris Treasurer - Jenny Farrington
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SUTHERLAND SHIRE
REGION DELEGATES MEMBERSHIP NUMBERS President - Valerie Bryant Juniors: 650 | Seniors: 370 | Total 1020 Secretary - Teresa Simonetti Operations Director - Alex Mednis TEAMS BY CLUB Arctic: 31 | Bundeena 4 | Caringbah 3 CLUBS Gunnamatta: 38 | Shire: 3 | Sutherland: 17 Arctic: Alex Mednis, Shane Veness, Josh Sprake, Cross-club teams: 11 Daniela Zapata, Travers Wells Bundeena: Gordon Porter, Paul Cootes Club Championships Winter Caringbah: Rob Tunnicliff, Simon Pike 2016 Gunnamatta: Karen Kerr, Rob Lancaster, Gunnamatta David McGrath Shire: Valerie Bryant, Glenyce White Club Championships Summer Sutherland: Mark Holden, Leanne Lucy, 2016/2017 Glenn Simpson Sutherland
TAMWORTH & DISTRICTS
REGION DELEGATES Tamworth Water Polo Competitions are played on President - Ross White weeknights at Scully Park Pool. The Competitions are: Vice President - Gail Salter Secondary Schoolgirls: Monday night Secretary - Kim Gross Secondary Schoolboys & B Grade Men: Tuesday night Registrar - Gail Salter Primary Flippaball: Thursday night Committee Members - Tim Smith & Jane O’Connor Open Men’s and Women’s: Friday night.
CLUBS Representative Teams fared well at State and Nation- Calrossy Anglican School al Championships with the U14 Girls finishing 8th at Carinya Christian School the State Championships. Eco Energy & Solar Solutions U14 Boys finished 7th at the Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School State Championships. McCarthy Catholic High School U16 Girls finished 7th at the Southgate Inn State Championships and Tamworth High School 10th at Nationals. Tamworth Tigers
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COMPETITIONS & EVENTS REPORT
SYDNEY METRO COMPETITION COUNTRY DISTRICTS CHAMPIONSHIPS Saturday 10 - Sunday 11 December 2016 The Sydney Metropolitan competition is the largest Men & Ladies - Parramatta Swimming Centre local competition in the Country. It’s Summer gener- 9 Teams: 5 Boys | 4 Girls ally runs from October through to March/April with 97 players: 53 Boys | 44 Girls the Winter season running from May through to Au- 28 Games played gust. Figures from th 2016.17 Summer Season are listed below. COUNTRY CLUBS Friday 27 - Sunday 29 January 2017 Participating Clubs - 20 Men & Ladies - Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre & Number of Games - 1,617 Junee Swimming Pool Junior Boy's Teams (U14,U16,U18) - 48 21 Teams: 14 Boys | 7 Girls Junior Girl's Teams (U14,U16,U18) - 44 223 Players: 147 Boys | 76 Girls Open Men's Teams (M1-M7) - 46 76 Games played Opens Ladies Teams (L1-L5) - 38 U14 STATE AGE CHAMPIONSHIPS Sunday 18 - Wednesday 21 December 2016 Boys - Dubbo Aquatic Leisure Centre NSW STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS Girls - Bathurst Aquatic Centre 32 Teams: 16 Boys | 16 Girls The 2016/17 NSW Championships consisted of 8 368 players: 186 Boys | 182 Girls tour events which were held in different regions 143 Games played across NSW/ACT. State championships provide an opportunity for teams and players (U14s - Opens) U16 STATE AGE CHAMPIONSHIPS from across the state to come together, compete and Thursday 2 - Sunday 5 February 2017 participate in competitive water polo. Boys & Girls - Canberra Olympic Pool & Canberra International Sports & Aquatic Centre As the focal point of state-wide water polo, these 43 Teams: 24 Boys | 19 Girls championships set the foundation for the future of 467 Players: 260 Boys | 207 Girls water polo in New South Wales. An emphasis on par- 155 Games Played ticipation and the enjoyment of Water Polo culmi- nates in a healthy competitive spirit of intra state U18 STATE AGE CHAMPIONSHIPS championships. Monday 23 - Wednesday 25 January 2017 Boys - Ashfield Aquatic Centre U12 WATER POLO FESTIVAL Girls - Parramatta Swimming Centre Saturday 24- Monday 26 September 2016 20 Teams: 10 Boys | 10 Girls Boys & Girls- Ashfield Aquatic Centre 231 Players: 115 Boys | 116 Girls 13 teams: 8 boys | 5 girls 44 Games played 114 players: 70 boys | 44 girls 61 Games played COL SMEE U20 STATE AGE CHAMPIONSHIPS Monday 16 - Wednesday 18 January 2017 JUNIOR COUNTRY CLUBS (U14 ONLY) Men & Ladies - Parramatta Swimming Centre Friday 25 - Sunday 27 November 2016 11 Teams: 6 Boys | 5 Girls Boys & Girls: Lambton Pool & Lakeside Leisure Centre 133 Players: 74 Boys | 59 Girls 13 teams: 8 Boys | 5 Girls 33 Games played 148 players: 89 Boys | 59 Girls 57 Games played
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STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2016/17 RESULTS
JUNIOR COUNTRY CLUBS
25-27 November 2016 | Newcastle
This carnival was been introduced to provide an op- portunity for Regional Players, Coaches, Managers, and Referees to gain carnival experience and is part of the Water Polo NSW Regional Development Program.
"For many of the participants, this is their first experi- ence under carnival conditions", said WPNSW Country Director Gail Salter, who has been a driving force to get this tournament up and running. "It is our hope Pictured above: Boys Gold Medallists - Nordek that they enjoy the weekend, gain a better under- Pic- tured standing of the game, it’s rules, team play and sports- manship to ensure their continuance in the sport for many years to come."
Water Polo NSW would like to thank Newcastle Water Polo and Hunter Hurricanes for hosting, Lambton and Terrace Pools for the wonderful facilities, and all the participants for helping this carnival come to fruition.
BOYS TEAMS - Final Placings 1. Nordek 2. Gosford Lobsters above: Girls Gold Medallists - Central Newcastle 3. Central Newcastle Blue
4. Country Composite
5. Central Newcastle White 6. Woy Woy 7. Southern Highlands 8. Easts
GIRLS TEAMS - Final Placings 1. Central Newcastle
2. Woy Woy Wombettes
3. Tamworth
4. Central Coast Pictured left: MVPs: Ella Ross (Easts) & Joe Mitchell 5. Easts (Country Composite) Pictured right: Tournament Referees: Luke Dunford & Emily Hughes 26 WPNSW 2016/2017 Annual Report
STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2016/17 RESULTS
U12 WATER POLO FESTIVAL 24-26 September 2016 | Ashfield
The second WPNSW U12 Festival was held in September 2016 at Ashfield Aquatic Centre once again. 13 teams entered the Festival which took place over 3 days. Junior referees were given the oppor- tunity to referee at the Festival, while also being pro- vided technical feedback rom some of our Metro Di- vision 1 referees.
BOYS Teams - Final Placings 1. Sydney Uni Silver Backs 2. Sydney Uni Spider Monkeys 3. UNSW Wests 4. UTS Balmain Cubs 5. Sydney Uni Baboons 6. Sydney Uni Griffins 7. Barbarians 8. Barbarian Eagles
GIRLS Teams - Finals Placings 1. UNSW Wests Black 2. Sydney Uni Lions 3. UTS Balmain Kitty Kats 4. UNSW Wests Barbarians 5. UNSW Wests Yellow
EVENT SPONSORS
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STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2016/17 RESULTS
U14 BOYS & GIRLS STATE AGE CHAMPIONSHIPS 18-21 December 2016 | Boys: Dubbo | Girls: Bathurst
BOYS Division A - Final Placings GIRLS Division A - Final Placings 1. Sydney Uni Lions Blue 1. UNSW Wests Yellow 2. UNSW Wests Magpies 2. ACU Cronulla Sharks Blue 3. Drummoyne Devils 3. UTS Balmain Tigers Black 4. ACU Cronulla Sharks Blue 4. SNB Breakers Blue 5. ACT Fins 5. Sydney Uni Lions 6. UTS Balmain Tigers 6. Drummoyne Devils 7. SNB Breakers Blue 7. SNB Breakers White 8. Hunter Hurricanes 8. Tamworth 9. Central Coast 10. ACU Cronulla Sharks Black Girls Division B - Final Placings 9. ACT Fins BOYS Division B - Final Placings 10. Central Coast 11. Sydney Uni Lions Gold 11. Hunter Hurricanes 12. Parramatta 12. Ovens & Murray 13. Tamworth 13. UNSW Wests Black 14. Ovens & Murray 14. Ryde Rhinos 15. Southern Rhinos 15. UTS Balmain Tigers Gold 16. SNB Breakers White 16. ACU Cronulla Sharks Black
Tournament Team Tournament Team GK: Connor Moore (UTS Balmain) GK: Tabitha Kelly (Sydney Uni) Tristan Glanznig (ACU Cronulla) Karla Poot (ACU Cronulla) Daniel Munk (UTS Balmain) Bronte Ryan (Drummoyne ) Charlie Hoffmann (UNSW Wests) Alice Mourant (UNSW Wests) Mattia Bognolo (ACT) Sophia Thomas (SNB Breakers) Louis Grossemy (Sydney Uni) Lana Oppenheim (UNSW Wests ) Tournament MVP Louis Grossemy (Sydney Uni) Tournament MVP Nioka Thomas (UTS Balmain)
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STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2016/17 RESULTS
U16 BOYS & GIRLS STATE AGE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2-5 February 2017 | Boys & Girls: Canberra
BOYS Division A - Final Placings GIRLS Division A - Final Placings 1. UNSW Wests Magpies Black 1. UNSW Wests Yellow 2. Sydney University Blue 2. SNB Breakers Blue 3. Hunter Hurricanes Blue 3. Drummoyne Devils Red 4. SNB Breakers Blue 4. ACU Cronulla Sharks Blue 5. ACU Cronulla Sharks Blue 5. UTS Balmain Tigers 6. UTS Balmain Tigers Gold 6. Central Coast 7. Nordek 7. Tamworth 8. UNSW Wests Magpies White 8. Sydney University Blue 9. Dragons 9. Hunter Hurricanes Blue 10. Drummoyne Devils Red 10. ACU Cronulla Sharks Black 11. UTS Balmain Tigers Black 11. ACT Fins 12. Central Coast 12. UNSW Wests Black
BOYS Division B - Final Placings Girls Division B - Final Placings 13. Sydney University Gold 13. UNSW Wests White 14. ACU Cronulla Sharks Black 14. SNB Breakers White 15. Ovens & Murray 15. Ryde Rhinos 16. Hunter Hurricanes Grey 16. Sydney University Gold 17. Wagga Bidgeegators 17. ACU Cronulla Sharks White 18. Sydney University Lions 18. Drummoyne Devils Black 19. ACU Cronulla Sharks White 19. Hunter Hurricanes Grey 20. Tamworth 21. SNB Breakers White Tournament Team 22. Drummoyne Devils Black Macy Hansford (Drummoyne) 23. Parramatta Isobelle Pamp (SNB) 24. UTS Balmain Tigers White Daniela Zapata (UNSW Wests) Tasma Woolley (SNB) Tournament Team Jolie Marsden (Drummoyne) Thomas Harris (Sydney Uni) Ruby Swadling (UNSW Wests) Brock Moller (ACU Cronulla)
Matt Humby (Hunter) Tournament MVP Matt Byrnes (UNSW Wests) Macy Hansford (Drummoyne) James Gilfeather (UNSW Wests) Mitch Hodge (SNB)
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STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2016/17 RESULTS
U18 BOYS & GIRLS STATE AGE CHAMPIONSHIPS 23-25 January 2017 | Boys: Ashfield | Girls: Parrmatta
BOYS Teams - Final Placings BOYS Tournament Team GIRLS Teams - Final Placings 1. UNSW Wests Magpies Charlie Negus (UNSW Wests) 1. Drummoyne Devils 2. ACU Cronulla Sharks JJ Collins (UNSW Wests) 2. ACU Cronulla Sharks 3. Drummoyne Devils Bronson Ronan (Drummoyne) 3. SNB Breakers 4. Hunter Hurricanes Jack Rector (Drummoyne) 4. UNSW Wests Killer Whales 5. UTS Balmain Tigers Hayden Molla (ACU Cronulla) 5. Hunter Hurricanes 6. Sydney University Lions Daniel Kerr (ACU Cronulla) 6. ACT Devils 7. ACT Fins Keelan Milinkovic (ACU Cronulla) 7. UTS Balmain Tigers 8. SNB Breakers 8. Ovens & Murray 9. NSW Country GIRLS Tournament Team 9. NSW Country 10. Tamworth Brooke Mather (Drummyone) 10. Ryde Rhinos Bethany Clarke (ACU Cronulla) BOYS MVP Abbey Freeman (ACU Cronulla) GIRLS MVP Charlie Negus (UNSW Wests) Carla Traplin (Drummoyne) Emma Jones (Drummoyne) Amelia Hodgson (Hunter) Lexie Woolley (SNB Breakers)
COL SMEE U20 MENS & LADIES STATE AGE CHAMPIONSHIPS 16-18 January 2017 | Mens & Ladies: Parramatta
MENS Teams - Final Placings LADIES Teams - Final Placings 1. UNSW Wests Magpies 1. Drummoyne Devils 2. Drummoyne Devils 2. Sydney University Lions 3. Sydney University Lions 3. UNSW Wests Killer Whales 4. Hunter Hurricanes 4. ACU Cronulla Sharks 5. ACU Cronulla Sharks 5. UTS Balmain Tigers 6. UTS Balmain Sharks
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STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2016/17 RESULTS
COUNTRY DISTRICTS CHAMPIONSHIPS 10-11 December 2016 | Mens & Ladies: Parramatta MENS Teams - Final Placings 1. Newcastle 2. Central Coast LADIES Teams - Final Placings 3. Ovens & Murray 1. Nordek 4. Tamworth 2. Newcastle 5. Southern Highlands 3. Central Coast 4. Tamworth
COUNTRY CLUBS CHAMPIONSHIPS 27-29 January 2017 | Mens: Wagga | Ladies: Junee
MENS Division A - Final Placings LADIES Division A - Final Placings 1. Easts 1. Gosford Lobsters 2. Central Newcastle A 2. Albury Sharks 3. Gosford Lobsters 3. Central Newcastle 4.Albury Sharks A 4. Pool Pirates (withdrawn) 5. Newcastle University 6. Vikings LADIES Division B - Final Placings 1. Wagg Bidgeegators MENS Division B - Final Placings 2. Woy Woy Wombats 1. Nordek 3. Southern Highlands 2. Central Newcastle B 4. Albury Tigers 3. Northside Stingrays 4. Wagga Bidgeegators 5. The Entrance Ducks 6. Southern Highlands 7. Woy Woy Wombats 8. Albury Sharks B
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METRO COMPETITION 2016/17 RESULTS
2016/17 SYDNEY METROPOLITAN SUMMER COMPETITION
GRADE GOLD MEDALLISTS SILVER MEDALLISTS 3RD PLACE
L1 UNSW Wests Killer Whales ACU Cronulla Sharks Drummoyne Devils
L2 UNSW Wests Drummoyne Red Drummoyne Black
L3 UNSW Wests Drummoyne Black Drummoyne Red
L4 ACU Cronulla Mac Uni Red Ryde
L5 UNSW Wests ACU Cronulla Sutherland Shire
L14A UTS Balmain UNSW Wests Yellow SNB Breakers
L14B SNB White Ryde Black SNB Blue
L16A UNSW Wests Yellow SNB Blue Drummoyne
L16B Ryde Black ACU Cronulla Blue Sydney Uni Blue
L18 SNB Breakers Drummoyne UNSW Wests Yellow
GRADE GOLD MEDALLISTS SILVER MEDALLISTS 3RD PLACE
M1 Sydney University UNSW Wests Magpies ACU Cronulla Sharks
M2 Sydney University Drummoyne UNSW Wests
M3 Sydney University UNSW Wests Drummoyne
M4 ACU Cronulla SNB Breakers Drummoyne
M5 UTS Balmain Parramatta Watson's Bay
M6 Sydney Stingers A Drummoyne Black Cronulla
M7 SNB Breakers Drummoyne Red Drummoyne Black
M14A Sydney Uni Blue ACU Cronulla UNSW Wests
M14B.1 Parramatta ACU Cronulla Blue SNB Blue
M14B.2 Ryde Sydney Uni Gold SNB White
M16A Sydney Uni Blue UNSW Wests SNB Breakers
M16B SNB Breakers Sydney Uni Blue Cronulla Blue
M18 UNSW Wests Black Drummoyne Cronulla Blue
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METRO COMPETITION 2016/17 CLUB CHAMPIONS
This is decided at the completion of the rounds. There are divisional club championships for the following; • Ladies’ Grades L1, L2, L3 and L18 (1st Division) • Ladies’ Grades L4, L5, L16A and L14A (2nd Division) • Men’s Grades M1, M2, M3 and M18 (1st Division). • Men’s Grades M4, M5, M6, M16A and M14A (2nd Division).
L1, M1, L4 and M4 competition points are multiplied by three. L2, M2, L4 and M5 competition points will be multiplied by two.
LADIES FIRST DIVISION MEN’S FIRST DIVISION 1. Drummoyne 4. UTS Balmain 1. UNSW Wests 4. Cronulla 2. UNSW Wests 5. Sydney University 2. Sydney University 5. UTS Balmain 3. ACU Cronulla 6. SNB Breakers 3. Drummoyne 6. SNB Breakers 7. Ryde LADIES SECOND DIVISION MEN’S SECOND DIVISION 1. ACU Cronulla 5. Mac University 1. Drummoyne 5. UTS Balmain 2. UNSW Wests 6. UTS Balmain 2. UNSW Wests 6. Sydney University 3. Ryde 7. Sydney University 3. SNB Breakers 7. Ryde 4. Drummoyne 8. Sutherland Shire 4. ACU Cronulla 8. Parramatta
UNSW Wests Killer Whales 2016 Ladies First Grade Champions
Sydney University Lions 2016 Men’s First Grade Champions
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REGIONAL COMPETITION 2016/17 RESULTS
2016/17 OVENS & MURRAY SUMMER COMPETITION
GRADE GOLD MEDALLISTS SILVER MEDALLISTS 3RD PLACE
WOMEN’S A Sharks Albury Tigers -
WOMEN’S B Pool Pirates Bones Sharks -
WOMEN’S C Albury Yellow Albury Black -
U14 GIRLS Sharks Albury Tigers -
U16 GIRLS Sharks Pool Pirates Bones -
MEN’S A Albury Tigers Sharks -
MEN’S B Northside Stingrays Albury Tigers -
MEN’S C Sharks Albury Yellow -
U14 BOYS Sharks Pool Pirates -
U16 BOYS Northside Stingrays Pool Pirates -
2016/17 NEWCASTLE SUMMER COMPETITION
GRADE GOLD MEDALLISTS SILVER MEDALLISTS 3RD PLACE
WOMEN’S A Central Lake Macquarie -
WOMEN’S B Central Orange Raymond Terrace -
U17 GIRLS Central Orange Lake Macquarie -
MEN’S A Central Newcastle Uni -
MEN’S B Central Easts -
U17 BOYS Central Orange Central Blue -
Mixed u14 Central White Central Grey -
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NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2016/17 RESULTS
16U GIRLS NATIONAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS 18U BOYS NATIONAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS 28 September - 3 October 2016 | Hobart, TAS 12 April - 17 April 2017 | Perth, WA
1. Sydney Northern Beaches Breakers 3. UNSW Wests Magpies 2. Hunter Hurricanes 5. Drummoyne Devils 3. UNSW Wests Killer Whales Yellow 7. UTS Balmain Tigers 4. Drummoyne Devils 9. Hunter Hurricanes 9. Cronulla Sharks Blue (Plate) 14. ACU Cronulla Sharks 12. Ovens & Murray 18. Sydney University Lions 13. UTS Balmain Tigers 16. Cronulla Sharks Black 14U GIRLS NATIONAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS 18. Sydney University Lions 12 April - 17 April 2017 | Hobart, TAS 19. UNSW Wests Killer Whales Black 20. Tamworth 2. UNSW Wests Killer Whales 4. ACU Cronulla Sharks 16U BOYS NATIONAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS 5. UTS Balmain Tigers 27 September - 2nd October 2016 | Brisbane, QLD 6. SNB Breakers Blue 13. SNB Breakers White 3. Drummoyne Devils 14. ACT Fins/Sydney University 4. Cronulla Sharks Blue 18. Drummonye Devils 6. Hunter Hurricanes 19. Sydney University Lions 7. UNSW Wests Magpies Black 20. Central Coast 8. Sydney Northern Beaches Breakers 21. Hunter Hurricanes 12. Sydney University Lions Blue 28. Tamworth 14. UTS Balmain Tigers 19. UNSW Wests Magpies White 14U BOYS NATIONAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS 25. Tamworth (Shield) 12 April - 17 April 2017 | Albury/Wodonga, NSW 26. Sydney University Lions Gold 27. Cronulla Sharks Black 1. ACU Cronulla Sharks 2. UNSW Wests Magpies 18U GIRLS NATIONAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS 8. UTS Balmain Tigers 12 April - 17 April 2017 | Perth, WA 9. Sydney University Blue (Plate) 10. Drummoyne Devils Red 1. ACU Cronulla Sharks 11. SNB Breakers 2. UNSW Wests Killer Whales 13. Hunter Hurricanes 3. SNB Breakers 17. Central Coast (Bowl) 6. Drummoyne Devils 19. Ovens & Murray 7. Hunter Hurricanes 20. Sydney University Cubs 14. UTS Balmain Tigers 21. Sydney University Gold 27. Parramatta 28. NSW Country 29. Drummoyne Devils Black
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NATIONAL LEAGUE 2016/17 RESULTS
MENS RESULTS LADIES RESULTS 1st - UNSW Wests Magpies 2nd - Sydney University Lions 1st - Sydney University Lions 3rd - ACU Cronulla Sharks 5th - ACU Cronulla Sharks 6th - Drummoyne Devils 6th - UTS Balmain Tigers 8th - UTS Balmain Tigers 7th - UNSW Wests Killer Whales 10th - Hunter Hurricanes 8th - Drummoyne Devils 10th - Hunter Hurricanes NWPL MEN'S AWARDS Southern Cross Trophy NWPL WOMEN’S AWARDS Sydney University Lions (Minor Premiers) Southern Cross Trophy Charles Turner Medal - Season MVP Sydney University Lions (Minor Premiers) Jarrod Gilchrist (UNSW Wests Magpies) Debbie Watson Medal - Season MVP Tom Hoad Medal - Finals MVP Rowie Webster (ACU Cronulla Sharks) Richie Campbell (UNSW West Magpies)
All Star Team All Star Team Jarrod Gilchrist (UNSW Wests Magpies) Rowena Webster (ACU Cronulla Sharks) Jonno Cotterill (Sydney University Lions) Mata Reenio (UTS Balmain Tigers) Joe Kayes (ACU Cronulla Sharks) Anni Espar (Sydney University Lions) Ciarion James (UTS Balmain Tigers) Bree Appel (Drummoyne Devils) * as voted on by the delegates after every match * as voted on by the delegates after every match during the season. during the season.
2017 NWPL Men’s Champions UNSW Wests Magpies 2017 NWPL Women’s Champions Sydney University Lions
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NATIONAL REPRESENTATION
AUSSIE SHARKS (SENIOR MEN) AUSSIE STINGERS (SENIOR WOMEN)
XXXI Olympic Games, Rio de Janeiro XXXI Olympic Games, Rio de Janeiro Brazil, August 2016 Brazil, August 2016
John Cotterill (Sydney University) Isobel Bishop (Sydney University) Richard Campbell (UNSW Wests) Hannah Buckling (Sydney University) Joel Dennerley (UNSW Wests) Keesja Gofers (Sydney University) Mitchell Emery (Drummoyne) Holly Lincoln-Smith (ACU Cronulla) Jarrod Gilchrist (UNSW Wests) Lea Yanitsas (Sydney University) Joseph Kayes (ACU Cronulla) Nicola Zagame (ACU Cronulla) Tyler Martin (Drummoyne) Aidan Roach (Drummoyne)
AUSTRALIAN YOUTH BOYS AUSTRALIAN YOUTH GIRLS
European Tour, August 2016 Four-Nation Tournament, Australia & Four Nation Tournament, Hungary, & FINA Youth World Championships, New Zealand World Championships, Montenegro December 2016
Lucas Mackaway (Hunter) Hayley Collins (UNSW Wests) Keenan Marsden (Drummoyne) Brooke Dickie (Sydney University/Ovens & Murray) Samuel Nangle (UNSW Wests) Savannah Henshaw (Drummoyne) Charles Negus (UNSW Wests) Kiara Holden (ACU Cronulla) Chaz Poot (Sydney University) Bridget Johnston (Sydney University) Emma Jones (Drummoyne) Matilda Kearns (SNB) Danielle Morrissey (Sydney University) Meghan Ridge (UNSW Wests)
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HALL OF CHAMPIONS
Hermie Doerner David Woods Andrew Kerr
Chris Wybrower Cathy Parkes (Nee Turner) John Thornett
Dick Thornett Charles Turner Peter Montgomery
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VALE DAVID WOODS
In 1981, he coached the Australia Men’s Water Polo team, and from 1991 until 1994 he coached the Australian Women’s Water Polo team. He was made a Life Member of Water Polo Australia in 2009 after serving on the board in various capacities for both Water Polo Australia and Water Polo NSW.
David coached many Balmain teams, including the first-grade women in the 1990s. He took a young David Woods, born in 1944 into a sporting family, side, including Taryn Woods, Bronwyn Smith (nee grew up and lived in Balmain. An all-round sportsman, Mayer), Yvette Higgins and Liz Weekes from devel- outside of water polo, David also represented New oping youngsters to key members of the gold medal South Wales at swimming and Sydney at rugby union. winning 2000 Women’s Olympic team in Sydney. His service to the sport extended beyond the pool where David played water polo for Balmain in the 1960’s he served on the NSW Water Polo Inc Board as Chair- and 1970’s. He went on to play for his state where he man and President and was recognised for his signifi- played 130 games for New South Wales and under his cant contribution to water Polo awarded life mem- captaincy the Blues won five Australian Champion- bership of NSW Water Polo Inc and Water Polo Aus- ships in a nine-year period from 1966 to 1975. At tralia. the 1967 Championships he scored a record 43 goals and was voted into the New South Wales Sporting The legacy David leaves, particularly at Balmain Water Hall of Fame. Polo Club is far reaching and will continue for many years to come with his family’s continued involvement He was the Captain/Coach of New South Wales from and those who have been touched by David’s contri- 1969 to 1972 and Coach from 1978 to 1980, win- bution. ning five from seven national championships as coach. David was not only an outstanding sportsman, coach He played for Australia in 176 matches including and Clubman but he was a great family man, and a World Championships and Olympic games. Many of great friend to us all. these games he was captain. David represented Aus- tralia in Water Polo at two Olympic Games; Munich in Our deepest sympathies extend to David’s family – 1972 and Montreal in 1976. He was also a member wife Judy, children Taryn, Gavin, Cara and their fami- of the 1968 team that travelled to Mexico, but were lies; sister Patricia Mayer, nieces Bronwyn and Yvette, excluded from competing. and nephew Warwick. David’s loss has been felt right across the entire Water Polo community and our thoughts are with his family, friends and Club mates at this time.
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WATER POLO NSW INC OFFICE BEARERS
Baker, R. Registrar 1973/74 Copeland, W.M. Registrar 1974/75 - 76/77 Competition Secretary 76/77 Baker, W.R. Director City 1989/90 Cotterill, L. Director Membership 1996/97 Balla, A. Director 2015 - Current Cridland, K. Registrar 1972/73 Bartels, D. Director Metropolitan 2013/14 Dempsey, J.C. President 1930/31 - 32/33 Bartels, G. Referees Commission 1997/98 Chairman 1929/30, 34/35, Beattie, A. Country Secretary 1976/77 38/39 - 39/40
Bogg, O.N. Treasurer 1971/72 Dent, G. Secretary 1964/65 Bower, P.L Treasurer 1971/73 A/Secretary 63/64 City Secretary 81/82 Derwent, P.A. Secretary 1965/66 Director Technical 88/89 Dodd, R. Treasurer 1976/77 Director Membership 98/99 – 01/02 Registrar 1976/77 to 79/80 Bryant, H.L. Registrar 1978/79 Doemer, D. Competition Secretary 1950/51 Bund, H.J. Competition Secretary 1963/64 - 65/66 Donohue, P. Director Country 2010/11 to 2015 President 66/67 – 68/69 Donaldson, B. Competition Secretary 1956/57 Burge, A. Secretary 1936/37 – 37/38 Treasurer 37/38 Dovey, G. Director Metropolitan 1985/86 to 86/87
Burton, H. Registrar 1931/32 – 32/33 Dreelin, G. President 1936/37, Registrar 44/45 Secretary 45/46 Campbell, J. A/Secretary 1971/72 Secretary 74/75 – 75/76 Duker, H. Registrar 1940/41 - 42/42 46/47-47/48 Treasurer 82/83 Competition Secretary 1949/50-50/51
Campbell, M. Chairman 1930/31 – 33/34 Elison, B. Treasurer 1963/64 President 40/41 Emmanuel -Smith, W. Registrar 1973/74 - 74/75 A/Secretary 43/44 – 44/45 Erickson, B. Treasurer 1941/42 - 45/46 Cantor, I.J. Secretary 1952/54 Falson, B. Director Development 1989 Carlisle, F. A/Secretary 1941/42 - 42/43 Chairman 43/44 Falson, B. Treasurer 1979/80
Carroll, L.S. Secretary 1938/39 - 41/42 Falson, F.L. Chairman 1968/69 - 70/71, 73/74
Chalwin, V.J. President 1969/70 - 76/77 Falzon, F. Secretary 1984/85 Chairman 72/73 Director City 1987/88 - 88/89
Chapman, C.E. Secretary 1930/31 - 34/35 Falzon, F. C/Secretary 1975/76 - 78/79 Registrar 30/31 A/Secretary 79/80 A/Secretary 30/31 Country Sec 80/81 President 37/38 - 39/40 Secretary 81/82, 83/84
Charles, O. Treasurer 1965/66 Finitkotis, R. Director Metropolitan 1998/00 Director PR/Marketing 2000/02 Coggan, R.G. AWPI Delegate 1992/93 - 97/98 Folsom, T. Director - 2014-2015 Cohen, D.J. Secretary 1967/68 - 68/69 Ford, W. Competition Secretary 1951/52 Conley, P. Competition Secretary 1957/58 Assistant Secretary 1950/51 Connor, B. Referees Commission 1999/00 Foster, J. Treasurer 1930/31 Connor, K.F. Director City 1990/91 - 95/98 Gearing, R. Country Secretary 1979/80 Director Finance 97/98 - 03/04 Director 02/03 - 06/07 Gerrie, G. Secretary 1982/83
Connor, K.F. Registrar 1972/73 - 76/77 Gibson, R. Registrar 1951/52 - 52/53 Chairman 79/80 - 81/82
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WATER POLO NSW INC OFFICE BEARERS
Gilbert, B. Registrar 1972/73 - 73/74 Kirkham, A. Assistant Secretary 1937/38 Registrar 1939/40 Gooley, M.W. Secretary 1969/70 - 73/74 Country Secretary 1973/74 Kirkwood, J.B. Treasurer 1964/65 Registrar 1962/63 - 63/64 Gosschalk, H. Registrar 1933/34 - 37/38 Competition Secretary 1961/62 Secretary 1935/36 Lamb, F. Secretary 1955/56 - 59/60 Gratten-Smith, P. Secretary 1942/43 President 1960/61 - 62/63 Grose, H. President 1933/34 - 35/36 Country Secretary 64/65 Secretary 41/42 Langford, A. Country Secretary 1960/61 Chairman 45/46 Langford, H.W. Registrar 1960/61 - 61/62 Hamill, A.W. Secretary 1961/62 - 63/64 Large, P.T. Country Secretary 1982/83 Hamill, D.F. Registrar 1972/72 Director Development 1968/69 A/Sec 72/73 Treasurer 80/81 - 81,82 & 83/84 Marks, D.J. Director Finance 1989/90 - 95/96 Sec. 84/85 Chairman 1996/97 - 07/08, Director Finance 84/85 & 97/98 President 2008/09 - 09/10
Hamlin, A.V. Treasurer 1933/34 - 36/37 Marsden, W.A. Director Finance 1986/87 - 88/89
Harrison, C. Director 2003/04 - 04/05 Martin, R.J. Competition Secretary 1958/59
Hart, A.P. Chairman 1946/47 - 54/55 McDonald, K. Country Secretary 1974/75 - 75/76 President 55/56 - 59/60 McFarlane, J.W. Registrar 1966/67 - 68/69 Hellmrich, D. Treasurer 1929/30 McGlen, H. Treasurer 1940/41 Henricks, D. Secretary 1994/95 - 03/04 & 05/06 Minty, L. Secretary 1937/38 Director Finance 02/03 - 09/10 Treasurer 1937/38 - 38/39 President 10/11 - 12/13 Morris, W. Secretary 1929/30 - 30/31 Hersee, R. Competition Secretary 1952/53 O’Connor, S. Treasurer 1931/32 - 32/33 Hodgers, N. Director Met. 2000/01 - 09/10 WPAL Delegate 06/07 Papps, L. Assistant Secretary 1964/65, 70/71 Secretary Dir. Finance 10/11 - 12/13 Parkes, C.G. Director Development 1987/88 President 2013/14 - Current Peebles, H. Registrar 1942/43 Howard, J. Competition Secretary 1962/63 Secretary 1943/44 Hunt, C.M. Secretary 1988/89 - 89/90, 92/93 Assistant Secretary 1945/46 & 93/94, Persi, M. Chairman 1976/77 - 78/79 Director PR 89/90 - 91/92 Phillips, M. Registrar 1938/39, 49/50 - 50/51 Jennings, C. Registrar 1974/75 Porter, H.K. Chairman 1940/41 - 42/43 & 44/45 Johnstone, P.E. Assistant Secretary 1946/47 - 47/48 President 1943/44 - 54/55
Jones, P. Competition Secretary 1970/71 Quill, S.A. Director Metropolitan 1984/85
Jones, P.L. Secretary 1986/87 - 87/88 Quinn, J. Registrar 1953/54 Director Development 1992/93 - 93/94 Reid, J. Director Country 1998/99 to 07/08 Jones, W.R. President 1983/84 - 87/88 Rennix, A. Chairman 1935/36 - 37/38 Kay, L.J. Director Technical 1984/85 - 87/88, 89/90 - 01/02 Rickards, A.E. Secretary 1960/61 Country Secretary 58/59 - 59/60 Kaye, M. Director Metropolitan 2014-15 & 61/62 - 63/64 Kerr, P.H. Chairman 1983/84 - 87/88 A/ Secretary 64/65 President 1988/89 - 95/96
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Rippon, R. Director 2014 - Current Trent, I.M. Secretary 1985/86 Director Development 86/87 Ritchie, J.W. Competition Secretary 1959/60 - 60/61 Director PR 88/89 Country Secretary 64/65Rockwell, T.P. Archivist 2002/03 - 07/08 Trevenar, A.V. Chairman 1974/75 - 75/76
Rolfe, I. Secretary 1954/55 - 55/56 Trevenar, G. Country Secretary 1965/66 - 66/67
Salter, G. Director Country 2015 - Current Trewhella, G. Registrar 1974/75 - 75/76
Sandquest, D. Director Development 1990/91 & 91/92 Turner, G. Director 2005/06 - 09/10 Director Membership 92/93 - 95/96 Turner, K. Director Development 1994/95 - 95/96 Schweickle, S. Director Metropolitan 1995/96 - 98/99 Turner, M.J. Director Development 1989/90 See, R. Competition Secretary 1954/55 Twining, P. Country Secretary 1976/77 - 78/79 Registrar 55/56 Vadas, R.A. Registrar 1965/66, 69/70 - 71/72 Shaw, H. President 1929/30 Secretary 76/77 Simpson, C. Country Secretary 1972/73 Treasurer 76/77 Comp Secretary 66/67 to 68/69 Simpson, M. Director Metropolitan 2015 - Current & 72/72 - 74/75 Smee, R.L. Treasurer 1951/52 - 59/60 Vernardos, G. Treasurer 1982/83 Smith, C.W. Director Country 1984/85 - 86/87 Ward, G. Treasurer 1946/47 Smith, C.W. Country Secretary 1982/83 - 83/84 Waterman, P.G. Director PR 1992/93 to 99/00 Smith, R. Director Metropolitan 1992/93 - 93/94 Director Schools Liaison 00/01 to 01/02 Sparkes, A.S. Country Secretary 1967/68 - 68/69 Director 02/03 to 11/12 Director Metropolitan 12/13 Sponner, D.J. Secretary 1990/91 - 91/92 Director 13/14 - Current Director 2002/03 Watkins, J. Director Metropolitan 1987/88 Springett, A.S. Director PR 1984/85 - 85/86 Director Development 84/85 to 85/86
Steele, H.C. Registrar 1929/30 - 30/31 Webb, R. Registrar 1964/65 Assistant Secretary 1930/31 Westdorp, M.J. Director Development 1995/96 - 01/02 Steer, R.N. Secretary 1966/67 Whalan, R. Director Finance 1996/97 Taylor, C. Competition Secretary 1971/72 White, G.M. Director PR 1986/87 Thompson, B. Chairman 1972/73 Country Secretary 1971/72 Wilkinson, R. Country Secretary 1969/70 to 71/72
Thomas, N. Director Country 2008/09 Wilson, B.A. Secretary 19789/80 to 80/81 Director 10/11 - 12/13 Winterton, G. Registrar 1980/81 to 83/84 Secretary/Finance 2013/14 - Current Competition Secretary 79/80 - 83/84, Thornett, J.E. Treasurer 1960/61 - 63/64 Director Metropolitan 88/89 to 91/92, Registrar 54/55, 56/57, 58/59 - 59/60, Director Membership 1984/85 to 91/92, Comp Sec. 55/56 WPAL Delegate 84/85 to 87/88
Traynor, R.Y. Chairman 1960/61 - 67/68 & 71/72 Wirth, M. Director 2010/11 to 12/13 Secretary 43/44 - 44/45, 51/52 - 52/53 Woods, D.M. Chairman 1988/89 to 95/96 & 77/78 - 78/79 President 96/97 to 07/08 Treasurer 47/48 - 50/51, 73/74 - 75/76 Woods, G.R. President 1963/64 to 65/66, 77/78 - & 77/78 - 78/79 82/83 Registrar 45/46, 57/58 Comp Sec. 53/54 Woods, R. Treasurer 1939/40 to 40/41 Assistant Secretary 37/38
Wright, M. Director Membership 1997/98 to 98/99
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FINANCIAL REPORT
ANNEXURE A
WATER POLO NSW INCORPORATED A.B.N. 81 108 929 971
FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2017
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FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2017 WATER POLO NSW INCORPORATED A.B.N. 81 108 929 971
CONTENTS Page No
Committee's Report 1
Income and Expenditure Statement 2 - 3
Assets & Liabilities Statement 4
Statement of Changes in Equity 5
Notes to the Financial Statements 6 - 9
Annual Statements Give True and Fair View of Financial Position and 10 Performance of Incorporated Association
Auditors' Report 11 - 13
Compilation Report 14
Detailed Income and Expenditure Statement 15 - 18 WATER POLO NSW INCORPORATED A.B.N. 81 108 929 971
COMMITTEE'S REPORT
Your committee members submit the financial report of the Water Polo NSW Incorporated for the financial year ended 31 March 2017.
Committee Members
The names of the committee members throughout the year and at the date of this report are:
Nick Hodgers President Nathan Thomas (Retired 6 December 2016) Secretary/ Director of Finance Chris Shaw (Appointed 4 March 2017) Secretary/ Director of Finance Mark Simpson (Appointed 4 March 2017) Director Metropolitan Gail Salter Director Country Rebecca Rippon (Appointed 4 March 2017) Director Alan Balla Director
Principal Activities
The principal activities of the association during the financial year were to promote the sport of water polo, conduct competitions and select teams to represent New South Wales.
Significant Changes
No significant change in the nature of these activities occurred during the year.
Operating Results
The profit/ loss for the year ended 31 March 2017 amounted to $9,440 (30 June 2016 profit of $111,221).
Signed in accordance with a resolution of the Members of the Committee.