On Wednesday 6th March, the ladies’ 1st team came up against their toughest rivals in the South West U-polo League – Cardiff University. The girls were tense before the match; everyone was very aware that the Cardiff keeper had only conceded two goals in their matches this year, but the knowledge that we were fielding a very strong team kept spirits fairly high. The match … Continue reading Ladies’ 1st vs Cardiff 06/03/2013
Finally on Thursday the Men’s 2nd team managed to play a match against Portsmouth. Getting a team together proved tricky, the team headed out with only 9 players, including a guest appearance from Will L in goal. After a quick warm-up, we talked about trying to work hard in defence and use our limited subs as much as possible, to prevent us getting too tired … Continue reading Men’s 2nds vs. Portsmouth 28/02/2013
On Saturday both our men’s and Ladies’ 1st teams played against Exeter University, as part of the U-polo tournament. After a very smooth and exciting trip with Abi and Tankov respectively behind the wheel, we arrived at Exeter. There, many of our players had the opportunity to meet up with their parents and friends, and receive supplies for very difficult Southampton living. On our way … Continue reading Men’s 1st vs Exeter 23/02/2013
On Saturday 23rd February, the Ladies’ and Men’s first teams travelled to Exeter to play our respective UPolo games versus the university teams. The ladies team played the first match, and it proved to be a lot more challenging than our 15-1 win at home had led us to believe. The team started out strong in the water; a very early first goal by Amy … Continue reading Ladies’ 1st vs Exeter 23/02/2013
The second team ladies had their first match against Weymouth ladies last Sunday, and considering that they had never played a real match together before, they played their socks off! Even though Southampton lost 14-3, experience was gained and everyone seemed to have a blast! No one got wrapped which is a plus, and both sides were given a couple of penalties. The game started … Continue reading Ladies’ 2nd vs Weymouth 17/02/2013
Southampton University Water Polo Club 