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Three college athletes just brought home a national polo championship, putting their small South Carolina school on the map. The University of South Carolina Aiken declared April 1 as Women's Polo Day to celebrate the historic win.
Greece's men's water polo team has punched their ticket to the World Cup Final Four in Sydney after a thrilling 14-11 victory over the Netherlands. The win comes just one day after their historic comeback against Serbia, proving the team's unstoppable momentum.
A university polo team founded just eight years ago as a family project has become a national powerhouse, claiming their third championship since 2023. The Mean Green upset 12-time champion Cornell at home, proving their dynasty is built to last.
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Two rival water polo organizations in South Africa are working together after a year of legal battles and public disputes. The partnership could create a model where both groups serve athletes while maintaining international recognition.
The USC Trojans claimed their eighth women's water polo national title with a nail-biting 10-9 victory over California, avenging last year's championship loss. After a five-year drought, the team's comeback victory ties them with UCLA for second place in all-time championships.
Three Team USA women's water polo players just captured league championships across Europe, dominating in Spain and Greece. The wins come just ahead of the Champions League Final Four, where their teams will compete for the sport's biggest club prize.
Team USA's youth men's water polo squad crushed China 21-9 at the World Youth Championship in Portugal, starting their tournament with an explosive performance. Eight different players scored as the young Americans showed their depth and talent on the world stage.
The US women's water polo team just clinched their first major international championship in two years, defeating Italy 13-3 in Rotterdam. After back-to-back fourth-place finishes left fans worried, the team roared back to prove they're still a force to be reckoned with.
Team Standing Rock claimed victory at the Snow Polo World Cup in Switzerland, defeating Flexjet in a nail-biting final on a frozen lake. The tournament attracted 26,000 spectators to watch teams compete on one of winter's most unique sporting stages.
Four young athletes from California's Central Coast just helped Team USA's women's water polo team punch their ticket to the World Cup Final. Their victory in the Netherlands marks a major milestone on the road to the LA Olympics.
Croatia's women's water polo team defeated France for the first time ever at a major tournament, dominating from start to finish with a stunning 15-9 victory. One of the youngest teams in the championship proved age is just a number.
The U.S. Women's National Water Polo Team dominated Japan 28-8 in Rotterdam, securing their spot in the World Cup Final this July in Sydney. Three players each scored five goals in the commanding victory that sealed second place in their division.
Harvard's women's water polo team just pulled off their third consecutive overtime playoff victory, defeating Brown 11-8 to reach the championship game. The thrilling double-overtime win sets up a title defense showdown on Sunday.
The USA Women's Water Polo team secured a thrilling 12-10 victory over the Netherlands in Rotterdam at the 2026 World Cup qualifier. Ryann Neushul led the charge with four goals in a nail-biting match that saw the Americans rally in the final quarter.
The USA Women's Water Polo team dominated their World Cup qualifier tournament in Rotterdam, finishing first place with a stunning 13-3 victory over Italy. The win sends them to the World Cup Final in Sydney this July.
Harvard's women's water polo team captured their second consecutive CWPA Championship in a thrilling marathon match that went to sudden death. Captain Ella Schneider scored the winning goal in an 8-7 victory over Princeton after four quarters, two overtimes, and four sudden-death periods.
The USA Women's Water Polo team rallied from an early deficit to defeat longtime rival Spain 7-5 at the World Cup qualifier in Rotterdam. Goalkeeper Isabel Williams made 12 saves in a stunning comeback performance.
Kenya's leading hospital is taking healthcare beyond clinic walls through a groundbreaking sports partnership. The Nairobi Hospital will provide emergency care and health education at polo matches while championing cancer awareness.
The Jaipur Polo team, led by the Maharaja himself, returned to Berkshire for a vibrant celebration of the sport India gave to 70+ countries. Heritage met athleticism as Indian culture took center stage at Guards Polo Club.
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When water contamination canceled a beloved water polo festival, one school's coaches and parents organized an alternative tournament in a single week. The makeshift event delivered 92 games across two days for nearly 500 young athletes who thought their season's highlight was lost.
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