FAQ

1. What is water polo?

Water polo is a sport played in the water, with swimming, passing, and shooting a ball into the opposing teams’ goal.

2. How many players are on a water polo team?

Each team typically consists of seven players: six field players and one goalkeeper.

3. What are the basic rules of water polo?

Basic rules include: no touching the bottom of the pool, no holding onto the goals or other players, and no dunking or pushing the ball under the water. Other rules govern fouls, ball handling, and game play.

4. What equipment is used in water polo?

Equipment includes swimsuits, caps (with ear guards), water polo balls, goals and possibly fins for conditioning drills.

5. How long is a water polo game?

A standard water polo game consists of four quarters, each lasting typically seven or eight minutes, depending on the level of play and competition rules.

6. What skill do you need to play water polo?

Water polo requires swimming proficiency, ball handling skills, passing, shooting, and awareness.

7. What are the benefits of playing water polo?

Benefits include improved cardiovascular fitness, strength, coordination, teamwork, and social interaction. It also offers a unique opportunity to  participate in a challenging and rewarding team sport.