AUSTRALIAN WOMEN’S TEAM ANNOUNCED FOR WORLD AQUATICS U20 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

Published Mon 12 Jun 2023

World Polo Australia is pleased to announce the Australian Women’s 20&U team that will contest the World Aquatics U20 Water Polo Championships in Portugal from 8-15 September 2023.

The 15 person team has been named, including two current members of the Aussie Stingers squad who will bring valuable experience to their young side.

Australian Head Coach Jo Clark said the team is looking forward to testing themselves against some of the best teams in the world.

“It’s an exciting opportunity for these athletes to be attending the U20 World Championships after a challenging period for their age group,” Clark said.

“Competing on the world stage is a significant milestone in their sporting careers, allowing them to showcase their talents and represent our country with pride.

“After the previous setback of not being able to send a team to the last World Championships due to COVID-19, this opportunity presents a chance for redemption and a showcase of the team’s resilience and hard work over the past three years.

“The team’s goal for the World Championships are to achieve a podium finish, and this goal reflects the team’s determination to excel for Australia in the tournament.

“I want to commend all the athletes who participated in our rigorous selection process. The talent and effort displayed were truly exceptional, making the final squad decisions incredibly difficult.

“Every squad member and those who narrowly missed out should be proud of their accomplishments,” she said.

Congratulations to the following players on their Australian Team selection.

Kate Blew (Mermaids, QLD)

Tayla Dawkins (Henley Sharks, SA)

Eve Gath (North Brisbane Polo Bears, QLD)

Sienna Green (Sydney Uni, NSW)

Samantha Hardingham (Sydney Uni, NSW)

Samantha Henderson (Sydney Uni, NSW)

Jasmine Higgs (Drummoyne, NSW)

Tara Logan (Richmond, VIC)

Molly Nasser (Mermaids, QLD)

Magali Ogg (SNB Breakers, NSW)