NINE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE 2023 AUSTRALIAN YOUTH WATER POLO CHAMPIONSHIPS

Published Sun 08 Jan 2023

The 2023 Australian Youth Water Polo Championships gets underway in Perth tomorrow, bringing together the Australian water polo community for an 11-day festival of water polo.

In partnership with the West Australian Government, through Tourism WA, the Australian Youth Water Polo Championships will be held from 9-19 January 2023.

In 2023 the event will also feature an international test match series between Australia, USA (women) and Japan (Men) teams, the first time an international water polo event will be held on home soil since 2020.

Before it all gets underway, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know, including how to watch and stay up-to-date.

When is the Australian Youth Water Polo Championships being held?

The 2023 Australian Youth Water Polo Championships will take place from 9-19 January 2023.

Week 1 | 9-13 January 2023: 14&U (Boys and Girls) and 18&U (Boys and Girls)

Week 2 | 15-19 January 2023: 12&U (Boys and Girls) and 16&U (Boys and Girls)

Where is the Australian Youth Water Polo Championships being held?

The 2023 Australian Youth Water Polo Championships is being held in Perth, Western Australia. There will be pools across four venues: HBF Stadium, Beatty Park, Bicton Pool and University of WA.

CLICK HERE to find out more about the venues

Where can I find draws and results?

All the latest draws and results will be available on the WPA Match Centre - click here

How can I watch?

The 2023 Australian Youth Water Polo Championships will be live streamed via Kommunity TV.

To find the livestream schedule - click here

Can I come along?

To receive free entry into venues hosting the Australian Youth Water Polo Championships games, spectators must register HERE and present booking confirmation upon request at venue entry. If spectators DO NOT register with Water Polo Australia, they may be asked to PAY an entry fee upon entry to each venue.

CLICK HERE to find out more and to register

What can I do when I’m not playing?

Perth is Australia's sunniest capital city, brimming with adventure right on its doorstep. With plenty to offer for everyone, CLICK HERE to find the top things to do whilst you are in Perth!

Will the Australian water polo teams be in Perth?

The Aussie Sharks and Aussie Stingers will also be in Perth during the Australian Youth Water Polo Championships, for the Tri Nations Water Polo Test Match Series. The Aussie Stingers will take on Olympic champions USA, with the Aussie Sharks to match up against Japan, in a three match series in 11, 13 and 15 January.

Tickets are available to purchase, for $20 per person. CLICK HERE to get yours