Medals, Jamborees & Big February Plans – Kelowna Water Polo Swim Club
Superbowl Sunday – Sunday, February 8
We normally host practice on Superbowl Sunday, but sometimes this needs a little adaptation. Please note your availability: Complete the attendance poll →
Vernon Winter Carnival Parade – Call for Participants
If anyone from the Kelowna Water Polo Club is interested in walking in the Vernon Winter Carnival Parade with the Vernon Water Polo Club, let us know!
Date: Saturday, February 7
Both adult and youth are welcome!
Expect to arrive at the staging area around 10:30 a.m. and be done at 1:30 p.m.. It’s only about a one mile walk.
A fun way to show off water polo in the Okanagan, invite new members, and get everyone involved. Expect flying balls and medals for the audience.
If you are interested in attending, please contact [email protected].
February 13–15 Club Jamboree, Kelowna
I will be working on the schedule for our club jamboree this week.
Note the schedule change on Saturday 14th February:
Friday 7pm–9pm – H2O
Saturday 9am–5pm – Parkinson Rec Centre
Sunday 6pm–8pm – H2O
Email [email protected] or respond via team WhatsApp group if you have questions or need to note your availability.
Saskatoon NCL Tournament Recap – 30 Jan to 1 Feb
Kelowna athletes had a strong showing at the Saskatoon NCL Tournament, competing with Pacific Storm against top competition from across the Western Canada.
In the 16U Girls division, Evelyn Barr, Tea Oenema, Esme Oenema, and Aanika Jonson helped Pacific Storm earn a silver medal after an excellent tournament marked by strong teamwork and consistent performances.
On the boys’ side, Liam Halsall played with the 16U Boys team and placed 4th after finishing both their quarterfinal and semifinal matches in a penalty shootout. The team put in a huge effort across the weekend in a very competitive division.
Evelyn Barr, Tea Oenema, Esme Oenema and Aanika Jonson played on the 16U Girls Pacific Storm team.
Liam Halsall played on the 16U Boys team with Pacific Storm.
Congratulations to all athletes on a great weekend of water polo!
Last Call – Ethan Denum 11U & 13U Co-Ed Jamboree
Sunday February 22nd, 2026
Location: CCAC, Coquitlam
Note: change in age group
13U (2013–2014)
11U (2015 and younger)
Please confirm participation as soon as possible – email [email protected] if you plan to attend. Player list submission deadline is February 9.
Water Polo West – Important Updates
Water Polo West – Important Updates – watch out for their newsletter.
Summer 2026 Girls Athlete Exchange
This event is for 2012–2014 female athletes across BC and a great opportunity to build confidence, leadership, and peer relations through the exchange.
An information session for parents is scheduled for Wednesday, February 4th at 6:30pm. Register for the Zoom link here.
Register for the Zoom session →
Application deadline is February 14.
Information and application →
BC Provincial Championships – 10–12 April – Guildford
14U & 16U players: register availability ASAP.
We have to make team submissions by February 20, so we need to know which divisions we will be submitting teams in, or where we need to collaborate with other clubs.
European Training Camp / Europe NDC Training Trip
If you are interested in this trip but are not participating in NDC, please visit:
Europe NDC Training Trip details →
Interested parents can contact WPW directly.
$500 deposit is required to secure a spot.
Community Sport Referee Clinic – February 21
Information and registration here:
Community Sport Referee Clinic →
Coaching list reminder – URGENT
Action: Coaches need to register as coaches with Kelowna Water Polo Club at kelownawpc.rampregistrations.com as we need to submit our list of coaches to Water Polo West by February 13.
Pacific Storm – Spring Break Training Camp
As signs of spring begin to appear and Spring Break approaches, Pacific Storm’s annual Spring Break Training Camp will be returning again this year!
Tentative Dates: March 14–28 (two weeks)
Location: CCAC (1210 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, BC V3B 7T8)
We are sending this early notice to help families plan ahead. This year, Pacific Storm is also hopeful to welcome a very special guest to join the coaching team, which will be a wonderful and valuable experience for athletes.
Further details regarding the camp schedule and registration will be shared soon. Please email [email protected] to find out if this camp is a good fit for your athlete.
New Parents & Players: Join the Team Chat Groups
If you’re 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 your athlete name and age group (12U / 14U / 16U / 18U / Splashball), and you will be emailed a link to join.
Check Your Registration
There are still a few players who have not signed up for Winter 2026.
Please check your registration is complete. You can confirm it through RAMP:
- Visit kelownawpc.rampregistrations.com
- Select My Registrations
- Check Pay Current Balances for any outstanding fees
Kelowna Water Polo Club
https://kelownawaterpolo.ca
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