Jan 18 Newsletter: February Water Polo Games, Join the Club + Announcements & Tournaments
Kelowna Water Polo Swim Club Update: February 13–15 Youth & Adult Jamboree
Posted Sunday, January 18, 2026
Registration is now open for the February 13–15 Club Jamboree in Kelowna. This event will include Boys, Girls, and Adult scrimmages and is a great opportunity for athletes to gain game experience, build confidence, and compete alongside teammates.
For families exploring swim lessons in Kelowna or looking for swim clubs in Kelowna, our programs support athletes beyond basic swimming—developing endurance, teamwork, and deep-water confidence in a structured, coached environment.
We are also looking to confirm availability for our junior coaches, so we can ensure we have enough support to run the event smoothly.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, January 28
To confirm your availability (for all or some days), please email [email protected] or use the sign-up links shared in the WhatsApp group chats.
Watch & Learn: European Water Polo Championship (Now Underway)
The 2026 Men’s European Water Polo Championship in Belgrade is now underway (January 10–25), with the final on January 25. This is a great opportunity to watch world-class teams and learn from top-level international play.
To get oriented before (and during) the tournament, check out this video: European Water Polo Championship Men Belgrade 2026 Preview. It’s a full preview show breaking down every group, highlighting teams to watch, key players, and storylines as Europe’s best battle for continental honours.
You can also watch live matches and free replays on Eurovision Sport .
New Players Welcome
We’re excited to continue welcoming new players into our Splashball and Adult Rec programs, and we would love to see our 12U and 14U groups continue to grow.
If you know someone interested in trying water polo—or looking for a structured Kelowna swim club-style program that builds confidence and fitness in the water—invite them to join us for two weeks FREE.
New Parents & Players: Join the Team Chat Groups
If you are new to KWPC and would like to be added to the Youth Team WhatsApp groups or the Adult Water Polo Messenger chat, please email [email protected] .
Please include:
- Athlete name
- Age group (12U / 14U / 16U / 18U / Splashball)
You will then be emailed a link to join the appropriate chat group.
Tournament of Courage – Team Rosters & Pacific Storm
We’re proud to announce the team rosters for the Tournament of Courage, taking place January 23–25. This will be the largest group of athletes KWPC has ever sent to this event.
The Silvia McDermaid Tournament of Courage celebrates resilience, character, teamwork, and the courage to challenge yourself. We’re excited to see our athletes represent KWPC with pride and effort.
A live stream will be available for the event—details will be shared in the WhatsApp chats so friends and family can follow along.
Team Support Needed
We are looking for 12U and 14U Team Managers for the weekend. This role involves helping organize meals, coordinating the team away from the pool, and arranging snacks between games. If you’re able to help, please email Ben.
Pacific Storm Participants
- 14U: Ian Appel, Lux Brasnett
- 16U: Liam Halsall, Ian Appel, Reubin Buffam-Toal, Aanika Jonson, Eleanor Butterfield, Zoe Pauling
Check Your Registration
There are still a few players who have not completed registration for Winter 2026.
- Visit kelownawpc.rampregistrations.com
- Select My Registrations
- Check Pay Current Balances for any outstanding fees
Competition Dates Update
Updated competition dates and event details for the 2026 season are now available on the club website.
View the Updated Competition Schedule
Upcoming Events (Kelowna)
- Winter Jamboree: February 13–15, 2026 – Kelowna
- Spring Development Jamboree: March 27–29, 2026 – Kelowna
- Kelowna Classic Lake WP Tournament: July 10–12, 2026 – Kelowna
Competition registration is open for Boys, Girls, and Adults for the February 13–15 weekend. Registration links will be shared in team group chats.
Tournament Interest: Sasquatch Invite
Dates: April 3–5, 2026
Location: King County Aquatic Center, Federal Way, WA
Divisions: 12U Mixed, 14U / 16U / 18U Girls & Boys
5-game guarantee.
Entry Fee: $950 per team (before February 28) or $1,000 per team (after March 1)
If you are interested, please let your coach know or email [email protected] .
Kelowna Water Polo Club | kelownawaterpolo.ca | [email protected]
