Did everyone who was not registered for this year - please register before we go to Commerce. Everyone who is registered for 2009 you can purchase your new 2010 card if you'd like... all cards will be good until Dec 31st 2010.
If you plan on doing ODP's - playing at JO's - Speedo Cup register as a Gold Member.
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
Ho Ho Ho Party
Holiday Party: Thank you Murphy's for opening your home to our team. The Food was great (Tony's is the best).
The kids gift exchange was pretty funny - the things they wanted, the things they passed up!! Go figure. The bottom line: It was fun!!
Thank you masters for the great gift cards - you know me...!!!
The kids gift exchange was pretty funny - the things they wanted, the things they passed up!! Go figure. The bottom line: It was fun!!
Thank you masters for the great gift cards - you know me...!!!
Sunday, December 06, 2009
Saturday, December 05, 2009
Club Workouts
Winter is here!! Too cold for coaches on the deck (lol) so everyone will move to Whitney till further notice.
Tues and Thur will be at Whitney. No workout on Friday or Sat as we will be in Commerce. Masters will have workout at Whitney 3-4:30 pm.
Moving all workouts from MGP to Whitney until it warms up again.
Tues and Thur will be at Whitney. No workout on Friday or Sat as we will be in Commerce. Masters will have workout at Whitney 3-4:30 pm.
Moving all workouts from MGP to Whitney until it warms up again.
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
USWP Cards
The following players need to register with United States Water Polo. Your card will be good to Dec 31st 2010.
Chole Foley - Laura Quintero - Ben Tuiaana - Noah Thorson - Santana Garcia - Casey Murphy - Tyler Parker - Wyatt Williams - Ryan Abbott - Mac Murphy.
Go to: www.usawaterpolo.com
click - club - click join - fill out form you can pay on line. Sign up as a Gold Member. You need to register before you can play in the Commerce Tournament.
Chole Foley - Laura Quintero - Ben Tuiaana - Noah Thorson - Santana Garcia - Casey Murphy - Tyler Parker - Wyatt Williams - Ryan Abbott - Mac Murphy.
Go to: www.usawaterpolo.com
click - club - click join - fill out form you can pay on line. Sign up as a Gold Member. You need to register before you can play in the Commerce Tournament.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Workouts for Dec
Workouts for Dec.
1st - Tue - Waves at Whitney, Rapids and Surf's at MGP - same times
2nd - Wed - Masters same time and place
3rd - Thur - Waves at Whitney, Rapids and Surf's at MGP - same times
4th - Fri - NO WORKOUT - HOILDAY PARTY - SEE FLYERS
5th - Sat - Workout at Whitney 1-2:15 (last 15 mins talk) Waves and younger Rapids
- Workout at Whitney 1:55-3:30 Older Rapids and Surf's
- Workout at Whitney 3:30-5:00 pm - Masters
7th - Monday NO workout for Masters pool is closed down
8th - Tuesday all Waves, Rapids, Surf are at Whitney 6:30-9 pm (Waves and some Rapids are finished at 8:30 pm) Surf go till 9 pm
9th - Wed NO Workout for Masters - pool is closed
10th - Thur - same as Tue
11th - Friday No workout - leave for Commerce
12th - Sat - Masters at Whitney 3 to 4:30 pm
14th - Monday Masters back to MGP 6:30 - 8 pm
15th - Tuesday Waves at Whtiney - Rapid and Surf's at MGP 6:30-8 pm
17th - Wed Masters MGP 6:00 - 8 pm
18th - Thur same as Tuesday
19th - Friday - Waves - Rapids - Surf's at MGP 6-8 pm
20th - Sat - Workout at Whitney
-Waves and younger Rapids 1-2:15
-Surf and older Rapids 1:55-3:30
-Masters 3:30-5 pm.
Rest of month to be announced.
1st - Tue - Waves at Whitney, Rapids and Surf's at MGP - same times
2nd - Wed - Masters same time and place
3rd - Thur - Waves at Whitney, Rapids and Surf's at MGP - same times
4th - Fri - NO WORKOUT - HOILDAY PARTY - SEE FLYERS
5th - Sat - Workout at Whitney 1-2:15 (last 15 mins talk) Waves and younger Rapids
- Workout at Whitney 1:55-3:30 Older Rapids and Surf's
- Workout at Whitney 3:30-5:00 pm - Masters
7th - Monday NO workout for Masters pool is closed down
8th - Tuesday all Waves, Rapids, Surf are at Whitney 6:30-9 pm (Waves and some Rapids are finished at 8:30 pm) Surf go till 9 pm
9th - Wed NO Workout for Masters - pool is closed
10th - Thur - same as Tue
11th - Friday No workout - leave for Commerce
12th - Sat - Masters at Whitney 3 to 4:30 pm
14th - Monday Masters back to MGP 6:30 - 8 pm
15th - Tuesday Waves at Whtiney - Rapid and Surf's at MGP 6:30-8 pm
17th - Wed Masters MGP 6:00 - 8 pm
18th - Thur same as Tuesday
19th - Friday - Waves - Rapids - Surf's at MGP 6-8 pm
20th - Sat - Workout at Whitney
-Waves and younger Rapids 1-2:15
-Surf and older Rapids 1:55-3:30
-Masters 3:30-5 pm.
Rest of month to be announced.
ODP Boys Camp 1
Tony and Louie would like to Thank all the parents who help make this past weekend a great experience for our Zone players. I believe we/coaches, parents and players help set an example of how to host a camp!
Thank you:
Rob - Thor - Jacint and Jake for your help in and out of the water coaching and playing.
Parents who housed the out of state players: Noland's parents, Brendan parents, Max's parents.
Angie - for cooking up a storm for the Sat lunch!!
Wendy - for setting up the Winchell's for the team - the food and service was great.
Colleen and Trish for helping out when every we need the help!
Matt Taylor for always being there for the coaches and players - also for having water/drinks for the team.
Eleanor and Gabby for helping out.
As Brad (our Zone Chairperson) said "Vegas/Henderson has set the bar up for other camps to live up to"
Thank you:
Rob - Thor - Jacint and Jake for your help in and out of the water coaching and playing.
Parents who housed the out of state players: Noland's parents, Brendan parents, Max's parents.
Angie - for cooking up a storm for the Sat lunch!!
Wendy - for setting up the Winchell's for the team - the food and service was great.
Colleen and Trish for helping out when every we need the help!
Matt Taylor for always being there for the coaches and players - also for having water/drinks for the team.
Eleanor and Gabby for helping out.
As Brad (our Zone Chairperson) said "Vegas/Henderson has set the bar up for other camps to live up to"
Scottsdale Tournament
The following players have said they are going to Scottsdale:
1. Jacint
2. Edwin
3. Max
4. Louie
Please let me know by Wed - if we don't have enough by Wed I will have to (and really don't want to cancel because this is Drew's tournament and when he was on our team he did so much for our club). Let me know!!!
1. Jacint
2. Edwin
3. Max
4. Louie
Please let me know by Wed - if we don't have enough by Wed I will have to (and really don't want to cancel because this is Drew's tournament and when he was on our team he did so much for our club). Let me know!!!
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
PAYMENT FOR COMMERENCE TOURNAMENT
IF YOU HAVE NOT SO ALREADY, PAY YOUR $85 FOR THE TOURNAMENT TO TRISH TAYLOR (MAX'S MOM) TONIGHT AT WORKOUT! THE PAYMENT WAS DUE SATURDAY AND IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID, YOU ARE ALREADY LATE!
THANK YOU. HAVE A GOOD HOLIDAY
THANK YOU. HAVE A GOOD HOLIDAY
Monday, November 23, 2009
Workouts
Don't forget - Surf - Rapids are at Whitney Tuesday Nov 24th.
Masters Wed at MGP same time.
NO workout Friday or Sat.
Dues!!!
Happy Turkey Day...
Masters Wed at MGP same time.
NO workout Friday or Sat.
Dues!!!
Happy Turkey Day...
Friday, November 20, 2009
Water Polo Rules
Everyone who has not read the rules of Water Polo should.... Here is a link to the rules. Don't feel like you have to read in one sitting, it will take a while before you understand all the rules. You don't have know the exact size of the goals. Try to read one or two new rules a day till you have complete this Rule book.
If you have questions on the rules ask one of the coaches, we are more than happy to help you with any questions you may have.
PLEASE WHEN YOU HAVE A QUESTION OR DON'T UNDERSTAND YOU MUST ASK FOR HELP OR SAY YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND OF YOU DON'T KNOW!!! SO ASK QUESTIONS
http://www.webgal.com/rapwithrich/pra/usaplayingrules.pdf
If you have questions on the rules ask one of the coaches, we are more than happy to help you with any questions you may have.
PLEASE WHEN YOU HAVE A QUESTION OR DON'T UNDERSTAND YOU MUST ASK FOR HELP OR SAY YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND OF YOU DON'T KNOW!!! SO ASK QUESTIONS
http://www.webgal.com/rapwithrich/pra/usaplayingrules.pdf
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Black Van Shoes
I am a size 7.5 Black pair of Van shoes - they must have walked off on pair of feet 10.5. Will you return me to my owner, Ashton. Ashton has your size 10.5 Black Van shoes. This must be Murphy!!!
Workout Schedule for Nov and Dec
November 24 - Tuesday - Club - everyone at Whitney 6:30-9 pm
November 25 - Wednesday - Master Workout as normal 6:30-8 pm MGP
November 26-27-28 - Th-Fri-Sat NO WORKOUT - HAPPY TURKEY DAY
NO workout Dec 4th Friday - Holiday Party for Club and Masters - Gift Exchange and for the club players: Slave Sale - buy the kids for hard labor (paint, trash, clean house). Colleen (Dale's Mom) has the flyer's.
Dec 5th - Sat at Whitney - all workouts will be moved to Whitney till Spring. 1-2 pm Waves 1:50-3:15 Rapids 3:15-4:30 pm Masters.
NO Workouts for Masters Dec 7th (Monday) 9th (Wed) and 14th (Monday) pool closed.
Holiday Break: Dec 23rd (Wed to Sat) to 26th Also Dec 31st Thur to Jan 2nd Sat.
Jan 4th - Bring goggles - time to work that Turkey and Holiday celebration off!!!
November 25 - Wednesday - Master Workout as normal 6:30-8 pm MGP
November 26-27-28 - Th-Fri-Sat NO WORKOUT - HAPPY TURKEY DAY
NO workout Dec 4th Friday - Holiday Party for Club and Masters - Gift Exchange and for the club players: Slave Sale - buy the kids for hard labor (paint, trash, clean house). Colleen (Dale's Mom) has the flyer's.
Dec 5th - Sat at Whitney - all workouts will be moved to Whitney till Spring. 1-2 pm Waves 1:50-3:15 Rapids 3:15-4:30 pm Masters.
NO Workouts for Masters Dec 7th (Monday) 9th (Wed) and 14th (Monday) pool closed.
Holiday Break: Dec 23rd (Wed to Sat) to 26th Also Dec 31st Thur to Jan 2nd Sat.
Jan 4th - Bring goggles - time to work that Turkey and Holiday celebration off!!!
Dues for November
I computers are now working and will take your registration... players who have not paid yet: Nik, Parker, Wyatt, Jarrod, Josh, Magee, Edwin, Will, Adrian, Damon, Paul. The following are registering in the wrong water polo... you are not in the advanced group you are in club: OK for this month please make sure you sign up for the correct class next month: Derek, Joey, Sarah, Andra, Sam, Casey, Murphy and Laura.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Guess Who?
Guess who is having a baby?
Hint:
1. She plays water polo?
2. She has a son and daughter who also play water polo?
Hint:
1. She plays water polo?
2. She has a son and daughter who also play water polo?
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Speedo Cup
What a great weekend of water polo! All the players came ready to play and experienced the competition level we strive for. We had games every day and each game we accomplished our goal or learned something from the game before and not repeating our mistakes and taking advantage of the other teams mistakes.
From the Canham Pool to the "M Den"(Michigan Gift Shop) to Jimmy John's(Best Sandwiches) to the Big House(Michigan Stadium), I don't think I ever saw a player not smiling and not having fun the whole trip.
Players - Very good and behaving and dedicating this weekend to learning and participating in as much polo as you could. Great focus in and out of the water, and especially all the questions you all asked. Also, GREAT job on getting to know and make your 6 new teammates feel welcome all weekend.
Congratulations to Max Taylor on being honored with the "Jody Campbell Award". His determination, energy, and team attitude allowed him to achieve this prestigious award given to the most outstanding players of the Speedo Cup.
Parents - THANK YOU! For keeping the kids in line and all your support. From planning team dinners, getting water to the players and coaches during games, finding places to visit and places to eat, to reminding me to take pictures at every possible moment! The kids felt like rockstars with all the cameras and film around them. Even though they gave you all a hard time during team pic time and always being told to smile, they will thank you for the memories. Thank you again for coming along and supporting the players and the team.
From the Canham Pool to the "M Den"(Michigan Gift Shop) to Jimmy John's(Best Sandwiches) to the Big House(Michigan Stadium), I don't think I ever saw a player not smiling and not having fun the whole trip.
Players - Very good and behaving and dedicating this weekend to learning and participating in as much polo as you could. Great focus in and out of the water, and especially all the questions you all asked. Also, GREAT job on getting to know and make your 6 new teammates feel welcome all weekend.
Congratulations to Max Taylor on being honored with the "Jody Campbell Award". His determination, energy, and team attitude allowed him to achieve this prestigious award given to the most outstanding players of the Speedo Cup.
Parents - THANK YOU! For keeping the kids in line and all your support. From planning team dinners, getting water to the players and coaches during games, finding places to visit and places to eat, to reminding me to take pictures at every possible moment! The kids felt like rockstars with all the cameras and film around them. Even though they gave you all a hard time during team pic time and always being told to smile, they will thank you for the memories. Thank you again for coming along and supporting the players and the team.
Scottsdale Winter Tournament
Drew Bauer now the coach for Scottsdale Water Polo is going to host a tournament. Jan 22-24, 2009. He will have two divisions: A and B both open divisions. Before I can set a price on the tournament I need to know how many can go? I would really like to show support to Drew's tournament (when Drew was playing with us he did so much for the team and sponsored many of our club players). This is open to all Masters.
Figure your cost: $75-90 plus your hotel, transportation, meals. Please let me know on or before November 30th - After Thanksgiving.
Figure your cost: $75-90 plus your hotel, transportation, meals. Please let me know on or before November 30th - After Thanksgiving.
Monday, November 16, 2009
No Workouts
We will not have workouts on the following days - in honor of Tom the Turkey:
Nov 26th - Thursday
Nov 27th - Friday
Nov 28th - Sat
Nov 30th get ready to workout the Turkey off!!!
Nov 26th - Thursday
Nov 27th - Friday
Nov 28th - Sat
Nov 30th get ready to workout the Turkey off!!!
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Friday, November 13, 2009
Speedo Cup
Our boys (Max, Sky, Derek, Joey, Nik and Tyler Miao. They will be meeting up with two boys from Utah (Nate and Trishan) and four boys from Arizona (we only know Austin).
We wish them a safe and fun trip!!! They get to wear our new water polo caps!! Picture Derek our birthday boy with Sky...we are having a Speedo Cup sent off dinner at Metro Pizza.
Commerce Info
We are set for the Commerce Tournament. The cost for each player is $85.00... this includes the cost for entry fees, coaches expenses, Gift Card for Carmen (we are staying in her warehouse). Bring sleeping bag and pillow.
Please pay Trish, Matt or Cheryl on or before Nov 21st - Saturday.
More info on: Time of departure - Location of departure - rides - etc.
Please pay Trish, Matt or Cheryl on or before Nov 21st - Saturday.
More info on: Time of departure - Location of departure - rides - etc.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
ODP Players
We are going to have a special meeting for the players who are doing ODP.
Date: Nov 21st
Time: 8:00 am to 12:30 pm then off to workout
Locations: Sandy's 59 Desert Sunflower Circle, Henderson NV 89002
We are going over drills, skills and system of the ODP.
TVH Players to attend: Eleanor, Gabby, Hannah, Max, Brendan, Josh, Ben, Noland, Sky, Dr Phil, Steven, Zach. If others would like to attend let me know.
Bring $5.00 for pizza and drinks... we will break for Lunch at 10:30 am.
Date: Nov 21st
Time: 8:00 am to 12:30 pm then off to workout
Locations: Sandy's 59 Desert Sunflower Circle, Henderson NV 89002
We are going over drills, skills and system of the ODP.
TVH Players to attend: Eleanor, Gabby, Hannah, Max, Brendan, Josh, Ben, Noland, Sky, Dr Phil, Steven, Zach. If others would like to attend let me know.
Bring $5.00 for pizza and drinks... we will break for Lunch at 10:30 am.
Monday, November 09, 2009
Commerce
Don't forget you need return the forms for the Commerce Tournament - due:
Tuesday - Nov 10th!!!!!
If we do not have forms returned to put together enough players will are not going to enter!!!
Tuesday - Nov 10th!!!!!
If we do not have forms returned to put together enough players will are not going to enter!!!
Sunday, November 08, 2009
Saturday, November 07, 2009
Team Items
Did anyone accidentally pick up a TVH Towel at Tuesday's workout?
Also we want to know if anyone has a parka that is too small and wants to sell that parka to a teammate. If so let me know and I will post it on this blog.
We are getting a new set of caps from Monster Polo, just like our new team suits. Anyone who loses their cap, rips, destroys the cap you will have to pay for the replacement at $30 for each cap. So take care of them, don't be ripping them off your head, don't bite the strings, don't throw the caps (they will scratch the ear guards). Take care of them or PAY for them!!!
Also we want to know if anyone has a parka that is too small and wants to sell that parka to a teammate. If so let me know and I will post it on this blog.
We are getting a new set of caps from Monster Polo, just like our new team suits. Anyone who loses their cap, rips, destroys the cap you will have to pay for the replacement at $30 for each cap. So take care of them, don't be ripping them off your head, don't bite the strings, don't throw the caps (they will scratch the ear guards). Take care of them or PAY for them!!!
Friday, November 06, 2009
Commerce Tournament
Don't forget to return your flyer/forms letting us know if you are attending.
They are due: Tuesday Nov 10th. You can hand in early too.
They are due: Tuesday Nov 10th. You can hand in early too.
Thursday, November 05, 2009
ODP
Our Men's 16's ODP Coaches: Tony and Louie will be holding their first of two training camps Thanksgiving Weekend. Nov 27th - Friday 5 pm to Nov 29th - Sunday 12 noon. We are looking to house all the boys from Utah, Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Reno. We are 1st asking the boys who are on the MTN Zone OPD team. Host families to provide a place to sleep (bed, air mattress, couch), breakfast and transportation to and from the pool.
Max - 3 boys
Josh - 2 boys
Noland - 2 boys
Ben - 2 boys
Brendan 3 boys
Skyler - 4 boys
Sandy - 4 boys
We still need about 5 beds... Let Tony know if you can help.
Would like the following players to attend the camp to help out - watch as you will be doing almost the same drills and systems. (Eleanor, Hannah, Gabby, Steven K, Dr Phil, Zach).
Max - 3 boys
Josh - 2 boys
Noland - 2 boys
Ben - 2 boys
Brendan 3 boys
Skyler - 4 boys
Sandy - 4 boys
We still need about 5 beds... Let Tony know if you can help.
Would like the following players to attend the camp to help out - watch as you will be doing almost the same drills and systems. (Eleanor, Hannah, Gabby, Steven K, Dr Phil, Zach).
Monday, November 02, 2009
Few Pic's from U of A tournament
#6 on Kaos kicked Dandy in the head - result great Halloween get up and Louie our team protector cut #6's lip on a 6 on 5 goal scored follow thru (with the assist by Max).
Thor showing off his new Team Vegas Suit - need I say more?
Picture we don't have yet is Damon with his staples in his head when Solano Beach player got his head and kneed him in the head while the ref watched.
We really did have fun!!!!
Sunday, November 01, 2009
University of Arizona
As Edwin put it early in the week on his Facebook: We are off to defend our title. Well, we did it!! 5-0
Game 1 vs Kaos 20's we beat them 15-11 but one player gave us tons of problem with his offensive drives. Our counter attack was great!!
Game 1 vs Old Pueblo (players from New Mexico and ASU) pretty easy game 15-2
Our 3rd game of the day was against U of A "B" team we won 14-5.
This put us 1st in our Bracket and had to cross over and play 2nd in the other bracket - Solano Beach (Carsbad) we were up most of the game and at the end of the game we almost gave them the game but pulled a rabbit out of the hat and won by 1 goal 11-10.
This win put us in the Gold Game and we thought it would be against U of A "A" but Kaos 20 beat them so we were in the Gold Game vs Kaos 20. Kaos 20 was the same team from the 1st game they got another goalie from another team we think it was the New Mexico Goalie, the picked up 3-4 other top players from other team in the tournament. It was very upsetting but pulled out the win in double overtime sudden death!!! Everyone played grat a true team effort!!!
Every game except the game against Solano (Carsbad) we played great - did not take any shot just because we were free, no turnovers... which meant they other team did not get counter off us. We looked a very good team out there...no rookie mistakes.
Congrats to: Our goalies were outstanding - Rob and Marcus. Two Meters: Tony, Thor and Dandy (Louie too). Our two meter defenders: Adrain, Tony, Damon ..Damon did not get to play with us in the final game, he was at the Hospital getting 6 staples in his head when on the of the Solano guys grabbed his head and his knee to Damon's head. In the 1st game vs Kaos Dandy got kicked to the head by #6, and Louie took care of #6 and cut his lip on a follow thru goal on man up, which Max made the assist. Our Attackers were aw some: Jacint played as good if not better then he does in workouts!!!! Yeah!!! Edwin had a goals along with some awesome assists. Robert played great, posting up when need, making some good outside shot. Max did very good up on many counters made few goals and learn tons!!
This tournament was more of a win because we improved on the things we have been stressing in workouts: - no turn overs, not trying to make the hot dog assist, not taking a shot just because we could but working the a shot because there was an opening because we created the defense out of position.
Thor hosted the BBQ again - I will post a special picture of Thor later. And a few other pictures.
Great job Guys!!!!!
Game 1 vs Kaos 20's we beat them 15-11 but one player gave us tons of problem with his offensive drives. Our counter attack was great!!
Game 1 vs Old Pueblo (players from New Mexico and ASU) pretty easy game 15-2
Our 3rd game of the day was against U of A "B" team we won 14-5.
This put us 1st in our Bracket and had to cross over and play 2nd in the other bracket - Solano Beach (Carsbad) we were up most of the game and at the end of the game we almost gave them the game but pulled a rabbit out of the hat and won by 1 goal 11-10.
This win put us in the Gold Game and we thought it would be against U of A "A" but Kaos 20 beat them so we were in the Gold Game vs Kaos 20. Kaos 20 was the same team from the 1st game they got another goalie from another team we think it was the New Mexico Goalie, the picked up 3-4 other top players from other team in the tournament. It was very upsetting but pulled out the win in double overtime sudden death!!! Everyone played grat a true team effort!!!
Every game except the game against Solano (Carsbad) we played great - did not take any shot just because we were free, no turnovers... which meant they other team did not get counter off us. We looked a very good team out there...no rookie mistakes.
Congrats to: Our goalies were outstanding - Rob and Marcus. Two Meters: Tony, Thor and Dandy (Louie too). Our two meter defenders: Adrain, Tony, Damon ..Damon did not get to play with us in the final game, he was at the Hospital getting 6 staples in his head when on the of the Solano guys grabbed his head and his knee to Damon's head. In the 1st game vs Kaos Dandy got kicked to the head by #6, and Louie took care of #6 and cut his lip on a follow thru goal on man up, which Max made the assist. Our Attackers were aw some: Jacint played as good if not better then he does in workouts!!!! Yeah!!! Edwin had a goals along with some awesome assists. Robert played great, posting up when need, making some good outside shot. Max did very good up on many counters made few goals and learn tons!!
This tournament was more of a win because we improved on the things we have been stressing in workouts: - no turn overs, not trying to make the hot dog assist, not taking a shot just because we could but working the a shot because there was an opening because we created the defense out of position.
Thor hosted the BBQ again - I will post a special picture of Thor later. And a few other pictures.
Great job Guys!!!!!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Universtiy of Arizona
Slight change in our schedule; our 1st game on Sat will begin at 9:30 am not 9:00 am so be there 1 hour before game time. That weekend is Daylight Saving - Arizona does not move their clock.
Commerce Tournamet
The Commerce tournament will be held the 2nd weekend in December. We are entering teams in 10's coed, 12's coed, 14 Coed, 16/18 boys... everyone will be put on a roster.
Mark you calendars - we will leave Friday after school - players will stay in Carmen's warehouse again. All games will be within 20-25 mins of the warehouse. Within the next few weeks we will be sending a flyer/questionnaire and then figure the cost per player.
Mark you calendars - we will leave Friday after school - players will stay in Carmen's warehouse again. All games will be within 20-25 mins of the warehouse. Within the next few weeks we will be sending a flyer/questionnaire and then figure the cost per player.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Waves
Don't forget Whitney Pool is closed this week for repairs. Everyone will be at MGP Tuesday - Thursday - Friday 6-8 pm. Make sure you bring running shoes!!!
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
University of Arizona Tournament
Game schedule - please be at the pool Sat 8 am (1 hour before our 1st game).
No Games on Friday
Saturday
9 am Vegas vs KAOS "B"
12:30 pm Vegas vs Old Pueblo
2 pm UofA "B" vs Vegas
Sunday games depends on our win lost record.
Tournament Rules:
1. All games 7 min quarters - 2 min bk and 4 mins at half
2. 2 - 30 second time out and 2 - 1 min time outs
3. Over time games - Two 3 min OT periods - followed by 3 min sudden death periods.
4. Any player or Coach receiving a red card will have to sit out the next game.
5. Any player receiving a brutality will be ejected from the tournament.
6. Tiebreaker for teams with same record after pool play will be decided by fewest goals allowed.
Don't forget Sat is our Annual BBQ at Thor's - he will be collecting money from everyone. Marcus turns 40 on Sunday!!!
No Games on Friday
Saturday
9 am Vegas vs KAOS "B"
12:30 pm Vegas vs Old Pueblo
2 pm UofA "B" vs Vegas
Sunday games depends on our win lost record.
Tournament Rules:
1. All games 7 min quarters - 2 min bk and 4 mins at half
2. 2 - 30 second time out and 2 - 1 min time outs
3. Over time games - Two 3 min OT periods - followed by 3 min sudden death periods.
4. Any player or Coach receiving a red card will have to sit out the next game.
5. Any player receiving a brutality will be ejected from the tournament.
6. Tiebreaker for teams with same record after pool play will be decided by fewest goals allowed.
Don't forget Sat is our Annual BBQ at Thor's - he will be collecting money from everyone. Marcus turns 40 on Sunday!!!
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Invitation from Adam
I would like to invite the entire water polo team to Las Vegas Academy's First Annual Harvest Festival.
It will take place at the campus of L.V.A. on Wednesday, October 28th from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The main entrance of the campus is near 7th Street and Bridger Avenue, close to the County Courthouse.
Admission is free, but bring plenty of non-perishable food and money for the carnival games and treats. All proceeds will be channelled to a food drive for ThreeSquare.
It will take place at the campus of L.V.A. on Wednesday, October 28th from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The main entrance of the campus is near 7th Street and Bridger Avenue, close to the County Courthouse.
Admission is free, but bring plenty of non-perishable food and money for the carnival games and treats. All proceeds will be channelled to a food drive for ThreeSquare.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Oct 27 - 29th - 30th - 31st
Waves, Whitney will be closed for repairs so your workout will be moved to the MGP from 6-8 pm. Friday will remain the same.
27th - Tuesday MGP 6-8 pm
29th - Thursday MGP 6-8 pm
30th - Friday MGP 6-8 pm
31st - Saturday MGP
-Waves 1-2 pm
-Rapid A's and Rapid B's 2-3:15 pm
-Masters and Rapid A's 3:15-4:30 pm
(Rapid A's 13 Masters will be in Arizona would like you to stay so the
Masters can scrimmage)
27th - Tuesday MGP 6-8 pm
29th - Thursday MGP 6-8 pm
30th - Friday MGP 6-8 pm
31st - Saturday MGP
-Waves 1-2 pm
-Rapid A's and Rapid B's 2-3:15 pm
-Masters and Rapid A's 3:15-4:30 pm
(Rapid A's 13 Masters will be in Arizona would like you to stay so the
Masters can scrimmage)
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Defense
General Rules:
If you don’t play defense you don’t play!!! Everyone plays 110% on defense!! If you make bad passes get your towel and sit on the bench!!! Play smart – Play a team game!!
Progression of
Our Team Defense
1. If the entire team is pretty weak or the team does not have a counter attack, not very fast or out of shape.
We will press everywhere!!! Press the ball!! No player on the other team gets to make an easy pass – they must be pressed.
-When you press and we (coaches or teammates) are telling you to “Let them pass” this means – press and turn them out so they cannot look at who they are passing the ball to. When they put their hand on the ball: NO FOUL. When they turn on their back: NO FOUL When they begin to move their arm for the pass hit their arm/elbow… forcing them to pass under pressure. Because:
We will be in passing lanes. The further away you are from the ball the more you can cheat up in a lane. If some makes a mistake and fouls – drop back somewhere between a lane and between your man and the goal. If you make a mistake and foul do not drop back to help but get ready to press again.
We must front two meters – between the ball and your man!! We must also front the deep wings… if there is a foul on the deep wings and we are fronting at two meters – the other deep wing defender must look to help the backdoor.
Now if a team is smart and they hear us saying NO Foul, let em pass and they can’t get the passes off – THEY WILL try to turn you. You must stay on their left shoulder!!! Do not get there after the turn – you must be there so they turn into you. If they turn the other direction and get a jump on you – you MUST counter spin and swim – do NOT get on their back!!! SWIM!!!
Our defense becomes our offense and we are up on Counters.
2. If the team has a good set that can get around our front:
We will try to match up our defenders and stay to the left shoulder.
3. If the have an awesome set and we are getting tooled and schooled at two meters we will:
1. In and Out
2. Look to Help
3. Dead Drop
4. If the set moves to mid cage or further to the strong side, we will:
“M” Defense
Counter Attacks
1. If you are up look swim back for the ball from the goalie.
2. If you are up and pass half tank – get on your back so the goalie can pass the ball on your hand – You must also know if the goalie is coming out.
3. If you one of the 1st players down and not up you MUST release for the ball!!! We want the ball to lead the counter attack!!! Would like the 1st release to be left- then look right (right swim about 3 lanes from the wall – stay out of dummy land) and we should be up in the center if we easily gross and go on the set.
4. When making a release do not sit and wait for the ball – you must either be swimming and release out – or swim back to the goalie.
5. If we are up 2 on 1 everyone come back defense. Don’t watch us take shots – go defense when you think we are going to shoot the ball.
6. Counter Attack – if your man is on you and we don’t need you to release – stunt them down the pool. Stunt them when you are on defense too.
If you don’t play defense you don’t play!!! Everyone plays 110% on defense!! If you make bad passes get your towel and sit on the bench!!! Play smart – Play a team game!!
Progression of
Our Team Defense
1. If the entire team is pretty weak or the team does not have a counter attack, not very fast or out of shape.
We will press everywhere!!! Press the ball!! No player on the other team gets to make an easy pass – they must be pressed.
-When you press and we (coaches or teammates) are telling you to “Let them pass” this means – press and turn them out so they cannot look at who they are passing the ball to. When they put their hand on the ball: NO FOUL. When they turn on their back: NO FOUL When they begin to move their arm for the pass hit their arm/elbow… forcing them to pass under pressure. Because:
We will be in passing lanes. The further away you are from the ball the more you can cheat up in a lane. If some makes a mistake and fouls – drop back somewhere between a lane and between your man and the goal. If you make a mistake and foul do not drop back to help but get ready to press again.
We must front two meters – between the ball and your man!! We must also front the deep wings… if there is a foul on the deep wings and we are fronting at two meters – the other deep wing defender must look to help the backdoor.
Now if a team is smart and they hear us saying NO Foul, let em pass and they can’t get the passes off – THEY WILL try to turn you. You must stay on their left shoulder!!! Do not get there after the turn – you must be there so they turn into you. If they turn the other direction and get a jump on you – you MUST counter spin and swim – do NOT get on their back!!! SWIM!!!
Our defense becomes our offense and we are up on Counters.
2. If the team has a good set that can get around our front:
We will try to match up our defenders and stay to the left shoulder.
3. If the have an awesome set and we are getting tooled and schooled at two meters we will:
1. In and Out
2. Look to Help
3. Dead Drop
4. If the set moves to mid cage or further to the strong side, we will:
“M” Defense
Counter Attacks
1. If you are up look swim back for the ball from the goalie.
2. If you are up and pass half tank – get on your back so the goalie can pass the ball on your hand – You must also know if the goalie is coming out.
3. If you one of the 1st players down and not up you MUST release for the ball!!! We want the ball to lead the counter attack!!! Would like the 1st release to be left- then look right (right swim about 3 lanes from the wall – stay out of dummy land) and we should be up in the center if we easily gross and go on the set.
4. When making a release do not sit and wait for the ball – you must either be swimming and release out – or swim back to the goalie.
5. If we are up 2 on 1 everyone come back defense. Don’t watch us take shots – go defense when you think we are going to shoot the ball.
6. Counter Attack – if your man is on you and we don’t need you to release – stunt them down the pool. Stunt them when you are on defense too.
Pancake Breakfast - Car Wash
Thank you for those who helped raise funds for the team, events like this are always successfully when you make money and have doing it!! Special Thanks to Tony's friend for bring his car wash equip. If you have pictures send them to me and I will post on the blog.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Pancake BKfast and Car Wash
Everyone please bring your $10 to workout tonight - they need a head count for the Pancakes. Make sure everyone comes on time for your working shift - We need Towels and more Towels for the Car Wash!!!
See you there!!!!
See you there!!!!
IZA
Last weekend Iza played in the Junior 19 & Under National Championships... IZA was the high scorer for the tournament - Great Job Iza!!!
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Wed - Sat
TONIGHT - WED AFTER WORKOUT - MEETING AT WINCHELL'S FOR FOOD AND DRINKS. EVERYONE WELCOME, BRING YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY. WINCHELL'S IS DONATING PORTION OF OUR TOTAL BILL BACK TO THE TEAM.
SAT: PANCAKE BUFFET AND CAR WASH!! PLEASE LOOK AT ONE OF THE OLDER POSTS FOR THE INFO ON THE CAR WASH!!! EACH GROUP: WAVES - RAPID B'S AND RAPID A'S WORK SCHEDULE.
SAT: PANCAKE BUFFET AND CAR WASH!! PLEASE LOOK AT ONE OF THE OLDER POSTS FOR THE INFO ON THE CAR WASH!!! EACH GROUP: WAVES - RAPID B'S AND RAPID A'S WORK SCHEDULE.
Friday, October 09, 2009
NO Sat - YES on Sunday
The MGP has an event going on Sat - we have to move our workout to Sunday at Whitney. Normal times!!! Pay dues before getting in the water.
Dues
The following players have not paid their dues for Oct:
Masters: Magee, Joe, UP, Cliff, Cody, Edwin, Will, Waski, David, Zach Jr., Kevin, Dr. Phil.
Club: Eleanor, Dr Phil (Steven Ad comp this month pictures), Hannah, Molly, Nik, Peter, Adam, Wyatt (Sept and Oct), Santana, Sam, Casey, Murphy, Parker, Andrea, Laura, Ian.
Please pay by Sat and bring your receipt before you get in the water.
Masters: Magee, Joe, UP, Cliff, Cody, Edwin, Will, Waski, David, Zach Jr., Kevin, Dr. Phil.
Club: Eleanor, Dr Phil (Steven Ad comp this month pictures), Hannah, Molly, Nik, Peter, Adam, Wyatt (Sept and Oct), Santana, Sam, Casey, Murphy, Parker, Andrea, Laura, Ian.
Please pay by Sat and bring your receipt before you get in the water.
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Waves
Waves the Whitney Ranch Pool is closed Tuesday Oct 6th... something is wrong with the pool. So come to MGP pool 6-8 pm.
Monday, October 05, 2009
NEW Team Suits
Order your team suit now... Pay for your suit by Friday.
Male Suits: $40.00
Female Suits: $72.00
We are going to turn in our order on Friday. We will have our suits before the University of Arizona Tournament.. end of the month!!!
See Collen (Dale's mom) or Tony.
Tony still has Team Bags - Team Towels - black female swim suits.
Male Suits: $40.00
Female Suits: $72.00
We are going to turn in our order on Friday. We will have our suits before the University of Arizona Tournament.. end of the month!!!
See Collen (Dale's mom) or Tony.
Tony still has Team Bags - Team Towels - black female swim suits.
Sunday, October 04, 2009
Buffet Breakfast & Carwash
What: Buffet Breakfast and Carwahs
When: October 17th - Sat
Time: 7-9 am Breakfast 7 am to ??? Carwash
Where: Winchell's Pub - Eastern and Horizon Ridge
Cost: $10 per person - Breakfast - Must be paid in advance to
Trish, Matt, John D or Wendy.
Invite your family and friends to help the team and enjoy a breakfast and get your carwash. The carwash we are asking for donation, no set price.
We need old towels!!! Buckets, sponges, soap .... Towels, Towels!!!
We need volunteers to wash cars... we have people to eat.
Players your work shifts are as follows:
Waves: 6:45 am to 8:30 am
Rapids "B" 8:15 am to 10 am
Rapids "A" 10 am to 1:30 pm
Parents 1:30 pm to ???
When: October 17th - Sat
Time: 7-9 am Breakfast 7 am to ??? Carwash
Where: Winchell's Pub - Eastern and Horizon Ridge
Cost: $10 per person - Breakfast - Must be paid in advance to
Trish, Matt, John D or Wendy.
Invite your family and friends to help the team and enjoy a breakfast and get your carwash. The carwash we are asking for donation, no set price.
We need old towels!!! Buckets, sponges, soap .... Towels, Towels!!!
We need volunteers to wash cars... we have people to eat.
Players your work shifts are as follows:
Waves: 6:45 am to 8:30 am
Rapids "B" 8:15 am to 10 am
Rapids "A" 10 am to 1:30 pm
Parents 1:30 pm to ???
Waves - Rapids
Waves you are back at Whitney Oct 6th - Tuesday 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
Rapids A's and B's you are at MGP 6-8pm - Make sure you have running shoes!
It is getting cold bring Parka's jackets, head covering.... we don't need more players getting sick.
Rapids A's and B's you are at MGP 6-8pm - Make sure you have running shoes!
It is getting cold bring Parka's jackets, head covering.... we don't need more players getting sick.
ODP's
Don't forget players wanting to tryout for the ODP teams you must register online (usawaterpolo.com) and pay the $60.00 fee. Let me know when you have registered.
Oct 10th - Sat
There is a swim meet Oct 10th - Sat at MGP. We will move our workout to SUNDAY at WHITNEY - Waves: 1-2 Rapids 2-3:15 Masters 3:15-4:30 pm - NO STROKE WORKOUT!!
Saturday, October 03, 2009
Friday, October 02, 2009
Masters Second Wed
On Going Fund Raiser:
Every second Wednesday of the month after workout let's all go out and grab something to eat/drink at:
Winchell's Bar & Grill
10620 S. Eastern
(SW corner of Eastern & Horizon Ridge-
in Smith's shopping center)
Winchell's will donation a portion of our total bill and Wendy (Derek's mom) will donation her tips back to the club.
Bring your spouse or invite your friends. Next Wed October 14th after workout!!
Every second Wednesday of the month after workout let's all go out and grab something to eat/drink at:
Winchell's Bar & Grill
10620 S. Eastern
(SW corner of Eastern & Horizon Ridge-
in Smith's shopping center)
Winchell's will donation a portion of our total bill and Wendy (Derek's mom) will donation her tips back to the club.
Bring your spouse or invite your friends. Next Wed October 14th after workout!!
Thursday, October 01, 2009
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Group - Names
Beginning Oct 1st we now have new unique names for each of our different groups.
SPLASH - WAVES - RAPIDS
SPLASH - are the players who play in the shallow end who SPLASH around. These players learn eggbeater kick along with basic game knowledge and rules. Players in this group also work to develop swim skill and strength.
WAVES - are the players who have graduated from splashing around and are now ready to ride the WAVES to the next level. Waves will begin to prepare for competition. Along with advanced fundamentals and game knowledge these players will be making WAVES to improve swim strength and conditioning.
RAPIDS - are broken into two groups: "A" and "B" The RAPIDS "B" group is for players who have the physical strength and posses advanced swim and eggbeater kick skills. These players will RAPIDLY learn new techniques and game concept to be able to move to RAPID "A" group who train and work vigorously for traveling competitions and to compete in ODP (Olympic Development Program)
SPLASH - WAVES - RAPIDS
SPLASH - are the players who play in the shallow end who SPLASH around. These players learn eggbeater kick along with basic game knowledge and rules. Players in this group also work to develop swim skill and strength.
WAVES - are the players who have graduated from splashing around and are now ready to ride the WAVES to the next level. Waves will begin to prepare for competition. Along with advanced fundamentals and game knowledge these players will be making WAVES to improve swim strength and conditioning.
RAPIDS - are broken into two groups: "A" and "B" The RAPIDS "B" group is for players who have the physical strength and posses advanced swim and eggbeater kick skills. These players will RAPIDLY learn new techniques and game concept to be able to move to RAPID "A" group who train and work vigorously for traveling competitions and to compete in ODP (Olympic Development Program)
Monday, September 28, 2009
ODP
THE GRANTS ARE DUE OCT 1ST - THEY MUST BE POSTMARK BEFORE OCT 1ST!!!! DON'T FORGET IT IS NOT JUST THE $800 BUT THE COST FOR TRAVEL TO AT LEAST 3 TRAINING CAMPS AND THE REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS!!!!
THIS IS YOUR CHILD'S PATH TO THEIR DREAMS - BECOMING AN OLYMPIAN!!!
GRANTS DUE OCT 1ST!!!!!
THIS IS YOUR CHILD'S PATH TO THEIR DREAMS - BECOMING AN OLYMPIAN!!!
GRANTS DUE OCT 1ST!!!!!
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Team Vegas/Henderson Junior Olympic All American
Congratulations to Mia Chanove for begin selected an All American at the 2009 Junior Olympics. Mia's steady play at both ends (Defense and Offense) was the key to Mia being spotted by the Tournament Committee.
Congratulations Mia!!!
Congratulations Mia!!!
Club Workout
All Groups will be at the MGP Tue/Th/Fri 6-8 pm. Working on Olympic Development Skills and Drills.
August Dues
The following players still have not paid Sept Dues:
Ian - Damon - Kevin and Wyatt from the club.
Thanks for taking care of this... Sandy
Ian - Damon - Kevin and Wyatt from the club.
Thanks for taking care of this... Sandy
Holiday Camp Informmation
Before getting into the Holiday Camp - we have the following coming up:
Speedo Cup we will be going to Ann Arbor Mich the 2nd weekend in Nov. (Max, Dale, Sky, Joey, Derek, Nik, Noland, Miao, Jarrod) along with a few players from Utah, Arizona and New Mexico.
The Holiday Camp is for players born in 1996 - 1997 and 1995 if you are in the 8th grade. The Holiday Camp is under the ODP and the tryouts for the Holiday Camp will be held Oct 10th. All players wanting to attend the Holiday Camp must see Sandy before signing up for the tryouts. The Holiday Camp will be held Dec 17-20, 2009 at the United States Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. The cost for this is: your own airfare, tryout fee $60.00... your room and board is free.
Speedo Cup we will be going to Ann Arbor Mich the 2nd weekend in Nov. (Max, Dale, Sky, Joey, Derek, Nik, Noland, Miao, Jarrod) along with a few players from Utah, Arizona and New Mexico.
The Holiday Camp is for players born in 1996 - 1997 and 1995 if you are in the 8th grade. The Holiday Camp is under the ODP and the tryouts for the Holiday Camp will be held Oct 10th. All players wanting to attend the Holiday Camp must see Sandy before signing up for the tryouts. The Holiday Camp will be held Dec 17-20, 2009 at the United States Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. The cost for this is: your own airfare, tryout fee $60.00... your room and board is free.
University of Arizona
The $75.00 was due at Sat's workout.... the entry fees are due at the end of the week, if we do not get everyone to pay by Monday we will not enter. The following have paid: Rob - Robert - Edwin - Jacint - Louie - Max - Tony
Have not paid: Damon, Thor, Adrian, Marcus, Tamas, Peter, (Dandy can pay in Arizona).
Don't forget this the Marcus's 40th Birthday weekend!!! We will have our usual BBQ at Thor's home.
Have not paid: Damon, Thor, Adrian, Marcus, Tamas, Peter, (Dandy can pay in Arizona).
Don't forget this the Marcus's 40th Birthday weekend!!! We will have our usual BBQ at Thor's home.
Club workout
Both groups will continue to workout together at the MGP on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 6 pm to 8 pm at the MPG. We will continue to work on new material for the ODP's.
Ian's Invite
Ian is performing in Oct:
The Age of Chivalry Renaissance Festival
Host: Gladius
Type: Music/Arts - Performance
Network: Global
Start Time: Friday, October 9, 2009 at 9:00am
End Time: Sunday, October 11, 2009 at 5:00pm
Location: Sunset Park @ Gladius coliseum
Street: Sunset & Eastern
City/Town: Las Vegas, NV
The Age of Chivalry Renaissance Festival
Host: Gladius
Type: Music/Arts - Performance
Network: Global
Start Time: Friday, October 9, 2009 at 9:00am
End Time: Sunday, October 11, 2009 at 5:00pm
Location: Sunset Park @ Gladius coliseum
Street: Sunset & Eastern
City/Town: Las Vegas, NV
Friday, September 25, 2009
ATTENTION!!!!!!!!!!!
On Tuesdays workout at the Multi Gen a player came to workout that was not feeling well. Wednesday this players symptoms got worse and by Thursday this player was seen by a doctor and was diagnosed with "swine flu"
There is nothing to panic or worry about. As the doctors say this strain of flu is LESS severe than the "regular flu."
This post was not meant to scare you but to inform you. Doctors have advised that if you or your child show any symptoms such as fever or body-aches you must be aware that there is a slight chance they need to be seen by a doctor.
Workouts will continue as normal until noticed otherwise. If you feel any symptoms of being sick or not feeling well please refrain from coming to workout and if conditions worsen see a medical professional.
Again, don't panic
There is nothing to panic or worry about. As the doctors say this strain of flu is LESS severe than the "regular flu."
This post was not meant to scare you but to inform you. Doctors have advised that if you or your child show any symptoms such as fever or body-aches you must be aware that there is a slight chance they need to be seen by a doctor.
Workouts will continue as normal until noticed otherwise. If you feel any symptoms of being sick or not feeling well please refrain from coming to workout and if conditions worsen see a medical professional.
Again, don't panic
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Thursday and Friday Club workout
Workout for everyone will be held at the MGP 6-8 pm!!! Younger and Older will be together Thursday and Friday...
Monday, September 21, 2009
Tuesday Club workout
Everyone will be at the MGP pool on Tuesday Sept 22... Younger group will not be at Whitney - come to MGP. 6-8 pm.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Thank You
I want to Thank the following (I know I will miss someone, sorry):
Thank you for bring and collecting money for the candy: Collen, Sheryl... Tony for buying the candy!! Thank you everyone who sold or ate the box of candy!
Thank you John and Wendy for having the Garage Sale - and Angie for your expert advise.
Thank you Trish for keeping track of the money we are raising, you count and I will deposit.
We are going to purchase much needed equipment that will help our kids improve their game. Pitch Backs, small balls, extension cords for the shot clocks.
So thank you parents for pitching in to help the team!!!!
Thank you for bring and collecting money for the candy: Collen, Sheryl... Tony for buying the candy!! Thank you everyone who sold or ate the box of candy!
Thank you John and Wendy for having the Garage Sale - and Angie for your expert advise.
Thank you Trish for keeping track of the money we are raising, you count and I will deposit.
We are going to purchase much needed equipment that will help our kids improve their game. Pitch Backs, small balls, extension cords for the shot clocks.
So thank you parents for pitching in to help the team!!!!
Thursday, September 17, 2009
ODP - Olympic Development Program
I will be having a meeting for players and parents explaining the ODP. Everyone is welcome to attend...
Date: Sunday Sept 20th
Time: 10 am
Location: Sandy's
59 Desert Sunflower Circle
Henderson NV 89002
The following players do not have to tryout: Dr Phil - Max - Brendan - Eleanor - Zach - Josh and should be at the meeting. Other who should attend: Gabby, Hannah, Steven Kas, Jarrod, Sky, Ben, Ashton, Noland, Santana, KC, Derek, Joey, Al, Adam, Nick and DALE!!!
Please go to usawaterpolo.com - click on the ODP box - print and bring Grant Application.
Hope to see you this Sunday at 10 am.
Date: Sunday Sept 20th
Time: 10 am
Location: Sandy's
59 Desert Sunflower Circle
Henderson NV 89002
The following players do not have to tryout: Dr Phil - Max - Brendan - Eleanor - Zach - Josh and should be at the meeting. Other who should attend: Gabby, Hannah, Steven Kas, Jarrod, Sky, Ben, Ashton, Noland, Santana, KC, Derek, Joey, Al, Adam, Nick and DALE!!!
Please go to usawaterpolo.com - click on the ODP box - print and bring Grant Application.
Hope to see you this Sunday at 10 am.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Friday - Garage Sale
The pool is closed on Friday for a Special Event so no workout. Please bring your Garage Sale items to the DeFusco's home on Friday. See earlier post for address.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Steven's jazz combo is playing at a new restaurant called Daddy Macs on Green Valley parkway, just north of Sunset, Sept 18th. The address is 2920 N. Green Valley Parkway Building #6. Would you post a notice on the blog so that if anyone is looking for somewhere new to eat on Friday night, then stop by? The boys are playing from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The restaurant has a reasonably priced menu, with Burgers, Salads, Hot Sandwiches, Pizza and Pastas. Most items are under $10 except for the larger entrees which are around $15.
Thanks.
Thanks.
Dues
Beginning today anyone who has not paid dues will not be allowed in the water, if you have spoken with me about dues, no problem!
Maters: Thor, Chris (30), Cody, Edwin, Waski, Marcus, Joe, Carrie, Kim, Ian, Damon, Kevin, Peter, Vinny, Brendan, Steven K.
Club:Zach, Gabby, Dale, Peter, Nick, Al, Santana, Steven K, Tanner.
Maters: Thor, Chris (30), Cody, Edwin, Waski, Marcus, Joe, Carrie, Kim, Ian, Damon, Kevin, Peter, Vinny, Brendan, Steven K.
Club:Zach, Gabby, Dale, Peter, Nick, Al, Santana, Steven K, Tanner.
Tuesday, September 08, 2009
ODP Players
Anyone who is going to do ODP's this year - for your info: The Grant Applications are due Sept 15, 2009. I know you will not be able to fill out some of the questions because we/you do not have all the info on locations of camps and tournaments. Get these in before the due date to even be considered.
Go to usawaterpolo.com - click on ODP - click Grant Application.
Questions ask...
Go to usawaterpolo.com - click on ODP - click Grant Application.
Questions ask...
Team Garage Sale
Team Vegas/Henderson - Garage Sale
When: September 19. 2009 Saturday
Where: John & Wendy's
1377 Coppelia Ct
Henderson, NV 89052
Bring your valuables!!
All money will benefit the TEAM
249-8992
jrdefusco@mmm.com
Bring your items on Friday September 18th
Anything that does not sell be prepared to
take back with you for disposal.
Please see John or Wendy to help at the
Garage Sale!!
When: September 19. 2009 Saturday
Where: John & Wendy's
1377 Coppelia Ct
Henderson, NV 89052
Bring your valuables!!
All money will benefit the TEAM
249-8992
jrdefusco@mmm.com
Bring your items on Friday September 18th
Anything that does not sell be prepared to
take back with you for disposal.
Please see John or Wendy to help at the
Garage Sale!!
Sunday, September 06, 2009
Speedo Cup
I need to know by Thursday Sept 10th if you can go to the Speedo Cup. The Speedo Cup is a National Tournament for teams across the USA only the top team from each Zone are allowed to attend. Info and Rules:
1. You can NOT be in High School.
2. You must be born in 1995 or later.
3. You must be registered with USWP as a Gold Member.
4. We are joining players from other teams in our Zone, because teams in our zone either do not have enough players to make a full team or players on their teams could not keep up with the other teams.
5. The Speedo Cup will be held in Mich - Nov 6-9
6. Your cost would be: Entry Fee - flight - ground transportation - meals - hotel - splitting cost for the coach.
7. Our team will be allowed to select 3 players (3 males - 3 females)
Players who have shown an interest so far are: Max Taylor - Hannah - Dale -
LET ME KNOW ON OR BEFORE THURSDAY SEPT 10TH!!
1. You can NOT be in High School.
2. You must be born in 1995 or later.
3. You must be registered with USWP as a Gold Member.
4. We are joining players from other teams in our Zone, because teams in our zone either do not have enough players to make a full team or players on their teams could not keep up with the other teams.
5. The Speedo Cup will be held in Mich - Nov 6-9
6. Your cost would be: Entry Fee - flight - ground transportation - meals - hotel - splitting cost for the coach.
7. Our team will be allowed to select 3 players (3 males - 3 females)
Players who have shown an interest so far are: Max Taylor - Hannah - Dale -
LET ME KNOW ON OR BEFORE THURSDAY SEPT 10TH!!
Friday, September 04, 2009
Mary's New Dog
Dog's name is: Vegas!!! Wasn't that the same name Matt Jr was given by his water polo team? Love that left ear!!!
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Monday, August 31, 2009
Jake's Care Package
If anyone wants to send Jake any care packages his address is:
Cadet Jake Melia
P.O. Box 3686
USAF Academy CO 80841
Maybe some See's Candy!!!
Cadet Jake Melia
P.O. Box 3686
USAF Academy CO 80841
Maybe some See's Candy!!!
Sunday, August 30, 2009
NEW SCHEDULE!
CLUB TEAM -
Younger Club team is back at Whitney Ranch starting Sept 1st!
Tuesday and Thursday - 6:30-8:30pm Whitney Ranch
Friday - 6:30-8pm at Multi Gen
Older Club team stays the same with workouts -
Tuesday and Thursday and Friday - 6:30-8pm Multi Gen
LABOR DAY WEEKEND -
NO WORKOUT FOR ALL GROUPS ON SATURDAY SEPT 5th
NO WORKOUT FOR MASTERS ON MONDAY SEPT 7TH
BACK TO NORMAL ON WEDNESDAY THE 9TH
Younger Club team is back at Whitney Ranch starting Sept 1st!
Tuesday and Thursday - 6:30-8:30pm Whitney Ranch
Friday - 6:30-8pm at Multi Gen
Older Club team stays the same with workouts -
Tuesday and Thursday and Friday - 6:30-8pm Multi Gen
LABOR DAY WEEKEND -
NO WORKOUT FOR ALL GROUPS ON SATURDAY SEPT 5th
NO WORKOUT FOR MASTERS ON MONDAY SEPT 7TH
BACK TO NORMAL ON WEDNESDAY THE 9TH
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Happy Birthday Jake
Hi Jake - Did you think everyone forgot about your birthday? I want to send you a goodie box of things you would like - let me know!!! Muscle Milk? lol Leave your list on this blog and other will send stuff too!!!
Joe is going nuts, he has no one to play with in the water!!! He needs you so you can beat him up.
Happy Birthday!!! Does the Air Force sing Happy Birthday or give you the day off?
Joe is going nuts, he has no one to play with in the water!!! He needs you so you can beat him up.
Happy Birthday!!! Does the Air Force sing Happy Birthday or give you the day off?
Monday, August 24, 2009
From Tony
SPECIAL THANKS
HEY GANG I HAVE HAD A WEEK TO THINK ABOUT WHAT TRANSPIRED LAST WEEK AND THE ONLY THING I CAN SAY IS WOW!
WOW, I TURNED 40 YEARS OLD. WOW, WE HOSTED ONE OF OUR BEST TOURNAMENTS EVER. WOW, WE HAVE THE BEST PARENTS AND PLAYER PARTICIPATION EVER.
PARENTS, A SPECIAL THANKS FOR HELPING HOST A GREAT TOURNAMENT. FROM THE SCORE TABLES, THE CONCESSION STAND AND SHIRT TABLE. YOU GUYS MADE THIS EXPERIENCE A GREAT ONE, NOT ONLY FOR US COACHES BUT FOR ALL THE PLAYERS THAT ATTENDED THIS TOURNAMENT. I THINK JEN LEADERS SUMMED IT UP THE BEST WHEN SHE OVERHEARD A COUPLE OF PLAYERS AND COACHES COMMENT ON HOW ORGANIZED AND SMOOTH THIS TOURNAMENT WAS. THEY COULDN'T WAIT TO SIGN UP FOR NEXT YEAR. SHE TOLD ME, IT MADE HER FEEL PROUD TO HAVE HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH IT. I HOPE ALL PARENTS FEEL AS PROUD AS JEN BECAUSE YOU DESERVE IT. GREAT JOB PARENTS!
KIDS, YOU CAN REALLY MAKE A COACH WONDER WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO. WELL I GUESS I DO WHAT I DO BECAUSE OF YOU ALL. I TRULY LIVE VICARIOUSLY THROUGH EACH OF YOU KIDS. YOUR SUCCESS & YOUR FAILURES, I TRULY FEEL ALL OF THEM. I TRULY APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITY TO COACH EVERYONE OF YOU KIDS. YOU MAKE MY LIFE THAT MUCH MORE ENJOYABLE, YOU MAY NOT SEE IT EVERY TIME I AM COACHING YOU BUT IT IS THERE. YOU KIDS GAVE ME THE BEST GIFT A COACH LIKE ME WILL EVER GET. YOUR THOUGHTS, YOUR FEELINGS ON PAPER ATTACHED WITH YOUR PICTURES. THANK YOU KIDS IT MEANS THE WORLD TO ME.
THANK YOU TO MY TEAMMATES AND ALL THE PARENTS THAT WISHED ME A HAPPY BIRTHDAY. YOU ALL MADE MY DAY VERY SPECIAL.
TRISH & MAT TAYLOR, I CANT SAY THANK YOU ENOUGH. TRISH A SPECIAL THANKS TO YOU BECAUSE A LITTLE BIRD TOLD ME YOU HAD A LOT TO DO WITH ORGANIZING MY SPECIAL GIFT FROM THE KIDS. ON TOP OF IT ALL YOU MADE THE TIME TO DO THAT FOR ME. I WILL NEVER FORGET IT, THANKS.
TO MY WIFE AND KIDS, THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING ME TO BE A COACH. I KNOW IT IS HARD FOR ALL YOU AT TIMES BUT YOU ALL HANDLE IT WITH CLASS AND A LOT OF PATIENTS. YOU GUYS ARE MY INSPIRATION!
TO MY WIFE ANGIE, I LOVE YOU THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL YOU DO FOR ME.
COACH TONY
HEY GANG I HAVE HAD A WEEK TO THINK ABOUT WHAT TRANSPIRED LAST WEEK AND THE ONLY THING I CAN SAY IS WOW!
WOW, I TURNED 40 YEARS OLD. WOW, WE HOSTED ONE OF OUR BEST TOURNAMENTS EVER. WOW, WE HAVE THE BEST PARENTS AND PLAYER PARTICIPATION EVER.
PARENTS, A SPECIAL THANKS FOR HELPING HOST A GREAT TOURNAMENT. FROM THE SCORE TABLES, THE CONCESSION STAND AND SHIRT TABLE. YOU GUYS MADE THIS EXPERIENCE A GREAT ONE, NOT ONLY FOR US COACHES BUT FOR ALL THE PLAYERS THAT ATTENDED THIS TOURNAMENT. I THINK JEN LEADERS SUMMED IT UP THE BEST WHEN SHE OVERHEARD A COUPLE OF PLAYERS AND COACHES COMMENT ON HOW ORGANIZED AND SMOOTH THIS TOURNAMENT WAS. THEY COULDN'T WAIT TO SIGN UP FOR NEXT YEAR. SHE TOLD ME, IT MADE HER FEEL PROUD TO HAVE HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH IT. I HOPE ALL PARENTS FEEL AS PROUD AS JEN BECAUSE YOU DESERVE IT. GREAT JOB PARENTS!
KIDS, YOU CAN REALLY MAKE A COACH WONDER WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO. WELL I GUESS I DO WHAT I DO BECAUSE OF YOU ALL. I TRULY LIVE VICARIOUSLY THROUGH EACH OF YOU KIDS. YOUR SUCCESS & YOUR FAILURES, I TRULY FEEL ALL OF THEM. I TRULY APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITY TO COACH EVERYONE OF YOU KIDS. YOU MAKE MY LIFE THAT MUCH MORE ENJOYABLE, YOU MAY NOT SEE IT EVERY TIME I AM COACHING YOU BUT IT IS THERE. YOU KIDS GAVE ME THE BEST GIFT A COACH LIKE ME WILL EVER GET. YOUR THOUGHTS, YOUR FEELINGS ON PAPER ATTACHED WITH YOUR PICTURES. THANK YOU KIDS IT MEANS THE WORLD TO ME.
THANK YOU TO MY TEAMMATES AND ALL THE PARENTS THAT WISHED ME A HAPPY BIRTHDAY. YOU ALL MADE MY DAY VERY SPECIAL.
TRISH & MAT TAYLOR, I CANT SAY THANK YOU ENOUGH. TRISH A SPECIAL THANKS TO YOU BECAUSE A LITTLE BIRD TOLD ME YOU HAD A LOT TO DO WITH ORGANIZING MY SPECIAL GIFT FROM THE KIDS. ON TOP OF IT ALL YOU MADE THE TIME TO DO THAT FOR ME. I WILL NEVER FORGET IT, THANKS.
TO MY WIFE AND KIDS, THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING ME TO BE A COACH. I KNOW IT IS HARD FOR ALL YOU AT TIMES BUT YOU ALL HANDLE IT WITH CLASS AND A LOT OF PATIENTS. YOU GUYS ARE MY INSPIRATION!
TO MY WIFE ANGIE, I LOVE YOU THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL YOU DO FOR ME.
COACH TONY
Friday, August 21, 2009
Team Fundraiser
Team Fundraiser:
Please Help!! We still have See's Candy Bars that need to be sold, quickly. Urgent! Urgent! Colleen, Cheryl and Trish will have the boxes at practice. Please bring $48.00 to purchase them and sell them for $2.00 a bar.
Thanks for your help!! All monies go to the team?
Please Help!! We still have See's Candy Bars that need to be sold, quickly. Urgent! Urgent! Colleen, Cheryl and Trish will have the boxes at practice. Please bring $48.00 to purchase them and sell them for $2.00 a bar.
Thanks for your help!! All monies go to the team?
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Truck Needed
Next week everyone will be at the MGP for workouts. We need the following items to be moved from Whitney to the MGP on or before Monday:
2 Pitch Back Nets
3 Hoola Hoops (things Tony made to keep balls in)
half of the small Red balls (10 & Under)
Please let me know if you can bring this equip from Whitney to MGP.
Thanks Sandy
2 Pitch Back Nets
3 Hoola Hoops (things Tony made to keep balls in)
half of the small Red balls (10 & Under)
Please let me know if you can bring this equip from Whitney to MGP.
Thanks Sandy
Monday, August 17, 2009
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Time Off
As usual we are taking time off after our Tournament but upon request we are only taking 1 week off. We will begin workouts on August 24th Monday. When we come back workouts will be "Back to the Basics"
Monday - Wednesday Masters at MGP 6:30-8 pm
Tue - Thur & Fri Club both Younger and Older 6-8 pm (if any masters want to come and help at club workouts, your help will be welcomed!!
Sat also at the MGP - Younger 1-2 pm Older 2-3:15 and Masters 3:15-4:30 pm
Back to Basics for everyone!!!
Monday - Wednesday Masters at MGP 6:30-8 pm
Tue - Thur & Fri Club both Younger and Older 6-8 pm (if any masters want to come and help at club workouts, your help will be welcomed!!
Sat also at the MGP - Younger 1-2 pm Older 2-3:15 and Masters 3:15-4:30 pm
Back to Basics for everyone!!!
Great Weekend - Team Vegas/Henderson
What a great weekend of water polo - Tony's Birthday - Wendy's Birthday - Diana's Birthday.
Everyone did such a great job - I know I will miss someone so sorry now!! Thank You Very Much:
Matt Taylor for taking on the job of Tournament Manager!!! Mark St John for getting the clocks to work. Tony - Matt - Rob - Robert for helping Mark. Louie C - Rob - Tony - Matt - for getting the goal backing up. Collen for our drinks and snacks (all all her helper) Jen for selling t-shirts, suits and all Jen's help. Everyone who worked the table - I saw John and Corey working the table a lot! Trish getting all the kids and table set with workers. I know I missed tons of parents, players who helped this weekend... go ahead and list them under comments.
Younger club players this is the 1st time I did not have to get down on any of you for not doing your job - for this I am very thankful.... and most of all very proud of our team!! The Pool staff was also awesome... funny thing happened during one of our games - the lifeguard asked us during the game "Where are you guys from" Louie said we came all the way from Henderson!!
If you have pictures you want me to post on the blog sent them to me!! If I missed anyone write under comments on who else did what - as most of you know when I get in my game mode....I only see water polo games, that polo zone...and may not even see you walk by or say hello...
Everyone did such a great job - I know I will miss someone so sorry now!! Thank You Very Much:
Matt Taylor for taking on the job of Tournament Manager!!! Mark St John for getting the clocks to work. Tony - Matt - Rob - Robert for helping Mark. Louie C - Rob - Tony - Matt - for getting the goal backing up. Collen for our drinks and snacks (all all her helper) Jen for selling t-shirts, suits and all Jen's help. Everyone who worked the table - I saw John and Corey working the table a lot! Trish getting all the kids and table set with workers. I know I missed tons of parents, players who helped this weekend... go ahead and list them under comments.
Younger club players this is the 1st time I did not have to get down on any of you for not doing your job - for this I am very thankful.... and most of all very proud of our team!! The Pool staff was also awesome... funny thing happened during one of our games - the lifeguard asked us during the game "Where are you guys from" Louie said we came all the way from Henderson!!
If you have pictures you want me to post on the blog sent them to me!! If I missed anyone write under comments on who else did what - as most of you know when I get in my game mode....I only see water polo games, that polo zone...and may not even see you walk by or say hello...
Thursday, August 13, 2009
SUMMER TOURNAMENT
(Click on Brackets or Game Schedule to enlarge)
Teams:
TVH A - Rob, Robert, Magee, Joe, Dandy, Cody, Jacint, Thor, Adrian, Tony, Edwin, Hana (player of mine from Oregon)
THV B - Hunter, Zach Sr, Chris, UP, Tamas, Louie, Ian, Dustin, Lou, Will, Joey (from Commerce)and Max
TVH C - This team will be playing in the "B"Division: Rob, Shannon, Carrie, Vaune, Whitney, Carmen (Commerce), Wasik, Vinny, David, Kevin, Lee, Paul and Alex.
Club: Hunter, Max, Zach, Eleanor, Connor, Brenden, Steven Kass, Ashton, Santana, Adam. (Josh - Gabby?)
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Dues!! For August
The following owe dues:
Masters: Thor 4x - Edwin 3x - Jac - Tamas 2x - Kim 3x - Mike 3x - David 2x - Tim. (2x=2 months dues..etc)
Club: Gabby 2x - Josh 2x - Jarrod 2x - Sam - KC - Mur - Parker 2x - Tanner - Nick 2x.
Please pay dues before your 1st game this weekend!!!
Masters: Thor 4x - Edwin 3x - Jac - Tamas 2x - Kim 3x - Mike 3x - David 2x - Tim. (2x=2 months dues..etc)
Club: Gabby 2x - Josh 2x - Jarrod 2x - Sam - KC - Mur - Parker 2x - Tanner - Nick 2x.
Please pay dues before your 1st game this weekend!!!
Sunday, August 09, 2009
View Athleon
Please go to Athleon: Take a look at 6 on 5 --- 1) 5 In 2) fore play
Also look at offense: Get Out
Monday: Counter Attack - go down!! Move Ball forward!! Stay out of dummy land
Wed: 6 on 5: 5 in and Fore Play.
Also look at offense: Get Out
Monday: Counter Attack - go down!! Move Ball forward!! Stay out of dummy land
Wed: 6 on 5: 5 in and Fore Play.
Saturday, August 08, 2009
Tournament
Vegas/Henderson Summer Tournament - here are a few rules for the weekend.
1. Everyone you must be ready for our team meeting 45 mins your game. Don't ask can I get dress, you should already be dress, don't ask can I go to the bathroom, do your business before our talks and the game. Later in the tournament your time to be ready might be less than 45 mins.
2. NO ONE IS TO GO IN THE BACK ROOM AND GET WARM UP BALLS - WARM UP BALLS WILL BE CHECK OUT AT THE CONCESSION STAND ALONG WITH THE CAPS. THE FOLLOWING PLAYERS WILL BE IN CHARGE OF GETTING WARM UP BALLS AND GAME CAPS: A'S: Robert Wills B's: Dustin C's: Shannon Club: Adam These players will be in charge of getting balls and caps and taking them back to the concession stand. Ask one of the little kids to take the warm up balls back to the concession stand before the game begins. LAST YEAR WE LOST 22 BALLS BECAUSE SOMEONE WENT IN A TOOK OUT WARM UP BALLS AND NEVER PUT THEM BACK. 22 x $27.00, we lost $594.00.
3. Masters will use the TVH Caps Club will use the smaller caps.
4. No one leaves until you ask - Please come early (ask Matt Taylor) to help set up and help clean up at the end of each day. During the day (between games) please ask if the table needs any help.
5. Bring your own water, snacks - only ref's get free water and snacks!!! Please do not eat and drink our profits.
6. Stay away from the desk if you are not working.... do not stand around and talk to the workers during or between the games.
7. Let's have a good tournament, everyone helping out and taking pride in running a great event that our guest enjoy and want to come back.
8. Evey one be respectful to our guest Ref (guess Joe too)... make sure they have water or snacks.
1. Everyone you must be ready for our team meeting 45 mins your game. Don't ask can I get dress, you should already be dress, don't ask can I go to the bathroom, do your business before our talks and the game. Later in the tournament your time to be ready might be less than 45 mins.
2. NO ONE IS TO GO IN THE BACK ROOM AND GET WARM UP BALLS - WARM UP BALLS WILL BE CHECK OUT AT THE CONCESSION STAND ALONG WITH THE CAPS. THE FOLLOWING PLAYERS WILL BE IN CHARGE OF GETTING WARM UP BALLS AND GAME CAPS: A'S: Robert Wills B's: Dustin C's: Shannon Club: Adam These players will be in charge of getting balls and caps and taking them back to the concession stand. Ask one of the little kids to take the warm up balls back to the concession stand before the game begins. LAST YEAR WE LOST 22 BALLS BECAUSE SOMEONE WENT IN A TOOK OUT WARM UP BALLS AND NEVER PUT THEM BACK. 22 x $27.00, we lost $594.00.
3. Masters will use the TVH Caps Club will use the smaller caps.
4. No one leaves until you ask - Please come early (ask Matt Taylor) to help set up and help clean up at the end of each day. During the day (between games) please ask if the table needs any help.
5. Bring your own water, snacks - only ref's get free water and snacks!!! Please do not eat and drink our profits.
6. Stay away from the desk if you are not working.... do not stand around and talk to the workers during or between the games.
7. Let's have a good tournament, everyone helping out and taking pride in running a great event that our guest enjoy and want to come back.
8. Evey one be respectful to our guest Ref (guess Joe too)... make sure they have water or snacks.
Thursday, August 06, 2009
Monday - Counter Attack
Monday we will be working on Counter Attacks!
-Anticipate the shot, the steal, the bad pass and take off to offense or defense.
-To anticipate you must know where the ball is at ALL times.
-1 on zero: if you are past half way, turn on your back so the goalie can hit you on your hand.
-1 on zero: if you are not past half stay on your stomach and look swim for the ball.
-The top players must release for the ball!!! THE BALL LEADS THE COUNTER ATTACK!!
-We want to get the ball out - Left, Right, Center or in smaller pools Long Right, Center.
IF YOU ARE DEFENDING AT THE TOP AND YOU GO TO OFFENSE YOU MUST RELEASE OUT IF YOU ARE NOT A RELEASER YOU MUST SWIM TO THE 2 METERS OR BASE, GO BACK DOOR AND WRAP BACK UP TO THE TOP AND MAY DRIVE AGAIN (THIS IS SO HARD FOR THE DEFENSE TO PLAY DEFENSE ON YOU). IF YOU ARE THE BACK LINE YOU MUST SWIM DOWN TO THE 2 METER OR BASE.
DO NOT STOP AT HALF OR CALL FOR THE BALL TO GO BACKWARD!!!
-Always stay an offensive threat - you may become the free player. If you stop you defense will pick up another free player and our counter attack is gone.
-If you know we are going to shoot the ball go back to defense. DO NOT WATCH, you can and will watch from the bench.
-If you are on the two with a defender on you and you have a man free with the ball swim away from him/her so they can go to the center of the cage.
-If you are a release and your defnese is pressing, do not try to draw the foul, make the pass!!!
Defense on Counter:
-Know we when we are going to shoot, lose the ball and go back defense.
-Jam back to defense and once you see eveyone is picked up press!!!
-We have a goalie = you do no good to have your arm up and let them shoot or make a perfect pass to another player open on the opposite side. PRESS - PRESS - PRESS!!!
-Anticipate the shot, the steal, the bad pass and take off to offense or defense.
-To anticipate you must know where the ball is at ALL times.
-1 on zero: if you are past half way, turn on your back so the goalie can hit you on your hand.
-1 on zero: if you are not past half stay on your stomach and look swim for the ball.
-The top players must release for the ball!!! THE BALL LEADS THE COUNTER ATTACK!!
-We want to get the ball out - Left, Right, Center or in smaller pools Long Right, Center.
IF YOU ARE DEFENDING AT THE TOP AND YOU GO TO OFFENSE YOU MUST RELEASE OUT IF YOU ARE NOT A RELEASER YOU MUST SWIM TO THE 2 METERS OR BASE, GO BACK DOOR AND WRAP BACK UP TO THE TOP AND MAY DRIVE AGAIN (THIS IS SO HARD FOR THE DEFENSE TO PLAY DEFENSE ON YOU). IF YOU ARE THE BACK LINE YOU MUST SWIM DOWN TO THE 2 METER OR BASE.
DO NOT STOP AT HALF OR CALL FOR THE BALL TO GO BACKWARD!!!
-Always stay an offensive threat - you may become the free player. If you stop you defense will pick up another free player and our counter attack is gone.
-If you know we are going to shoot the ball go back to defense. DO NOT WATCH, you can and will watch from the bench.
-If you are on the two with a defender on you and you have a man free with the ball swim away from him/her so they can go to the center of the cage.
-If you are a release and your defnese is pressing, do not try to draw the foul, make the pass!!!
Defense on Counter:
-Know we when we are going to shoot, lose the ball and go back defense.
-Jam back to defense and once you see eveyone is picked up press!!!
-We have a goalie = you do no good to have your arm up and let them shoot or make a perfect pass to another player open on the opposite side. PRESS - PRESS - PRESS!!!
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