SUPPORTIN SPORT FUND
JERSEY WATER POLO ASSOCIATION

Jersey Water Polo Association (JWPA) were awarded £5,625 in Round 1 of the 2025 fund, to provide expansion of senior training and coach development to improve skills, support female participation, and ensure a sustainable future for water polo in Jersey. The initiatives are expected to directly benefit over 100 participants through the award received by the SUPPORTIN SPORT Fund.

To support the growth and sustainability of water polo in Jersey, JWPA has introduced additional senior training sessions and is investing in coach development. The mixed weekly training sessions launched in 2024 have helped reduce teenage drop-off, encouraged greater participation from women and girls, and raised the overall skill level of the club. These sessions provide a natural transition pathway from junior to senior play and have proven especially valuable in preparing the women’s team for their first UK competition in Winchester. To ensure the future of the sport, JWPA is also seeking funding to upskill three volunteers through Swim England coaching qualifications, which will enhance technical delivery and allow for smaller, more effective coaching groups. Together, these initiatives aim to build a stronger, more inclusive, and sustainable water polo community in Jersey.

UPDATE 

The Jersey Water Polo Association has successfully utilised Jersey Sport funding to strengthen both their coaching workforce and participation pathways. Three coaches achieved Swim England coaching qualifications at Level 1 and Level 2, with one now serving as Head Senior Coach. The club has welcomed 12 new senior members this season and now averages 20–22 participants at Sunday sessions, with around 60% female and half under 21. A clear transition route from junior to senior water polo has been established, supporting the club’s strategic objectives around player pathways and inclusivity. On the competitive front, the men’s team won six of seven Hampshire League matches, and both squads have been invited to compete at RNAS Culdrose in June—a testament to the club’s growing strength and visibility.

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Jersey Water Polo Association • Jersey Sport