For the summer of 2023 we will be organizing training camps throughout the year for athletes to try out for our summer program. Registration and details of the program will be posted at the beginning of January.
Save the date: July 5-9th Montreal Quebec
15U -2008-2011 / 19U -2004-2007
15U/19U Try-outs, there will be 2 weekends in March and April that will not be in conflict with AWPA provincial weekends/ NCL weekends. We are waiting to hear when the NCL Westerns will be.
COACHING APPLICATION -Deadline January 27th 2023.
Team Alberta Philosophy
Alberta Water Polo Association
Training:
Team Alberta is dedicated to athlete development. We provide level appropriate training to all levels as well as exposing athletes to competition in a controlled environment. Team Alberta will incorporate a holistic approach to training, including basic dry land training, swimming conditioning, basic water polo skills and life skills (travel management, nutrition, tactics and video review).
Selection:
Team Alberta will select the players who show the highest level of effort, competitiveness, coachability, and skill. Team Alberta will also take into consideration players who have shown the most development through training, who demonstrate responsibility, and who would benefit most from participating.
Play Time:
Team Alberta coaches will decide play time based on a number of variables including but not limited to : external conditions such as heat, and game schedule, individual factors such as injuries or illness, and tournament importance. While Team Alberta is a competitive program, it also has a focus on development for all players.