Queensland Teams Shine at Australian Youth Championships: A Triumph in Numbers

Published Fri 19 Jan 2024

Queensland Teams Shine at Australian Youth Championships

Queensland teams showcased their talent at the Australian Youth Championships, leaving an indelible mark on the national stage. With an impressive turnout of 83 teams and over 859 athletes, the Queensland water polo community demonstrated not only their strength of numbers but also their competitive spirit.

The Queensland contingent emerged triumphant with a remarkable medal haul, underscoring their commitment to excellence. A total of 4 gold medals, 7 silver medals, and 4 bronze medals adorned the necks of Queensland's talented athletes; a testament to their dedication, skill, and teamwork.

Beyond the outstanding performance in the pool, Queensland also made a significant impact off the water. Fifteen officials from the state were selected to assist with the event, contributing their expertise to ensure the smooth running of the championships. This recognition highlights the depth of knowledge and professionalism within Queensland's water polo community.

The success story of Queensland at the championships extends beyond the athletes and officials to the 76 coaches who were present on the pool deck. These mentors generously shared their wealth of experience and insights with the younger generation, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the state's water polo community.

Water Polo Queensland takes immense pride in the collective effort of the state's representatives, recognising that success at this level is the result of a collaborative effort. Water Polo Queensland extends its heartfelt congratulations to all the athletes, coaches, and officials who played a role in Queensland's stellar performance. Their dedication and sportsmanship have not only brought glory to the state but have also contributed to the development of the sport at the grassroots level.

As Queensland celebrates its achievements at the Australian Youth Championships, the focus remains on nurturing talent, fostering a love for water polo, and creating a supportive environment for athletes to thrive. Queensland looks forward to building on this success, ensuring that the next generation of water polo enthusiasts continues to make waves on the national stage.

 

Final Standings

12 Girls Gold 

1st Mermaids Pink

2nd AHS Blue

7th BGGS White

9th St Ritas

10th AHS White

 

 

12 Girls Green

1st River City

2nd Sunshine Coast

3rd UQ Barras

4th Polo Bears

5th Mermaids Blue

6th AHS Silver

7th Brisbane Vikings

12 Boys Gold

3rd Mantas

6th Gold Coast

7th UQ Barras

8th River City

9th Polo Bears

 

14 Girls Gold

1st UQ Barras Purple

2nd Mermaids Pink

5th River City Mako Sharks

11th AHS Blue

13th AHS White

14th BGGS Blue

15th Sunshine Coast

16th St Rita’s Brown

17th Mermaids Blue

14 Girls Green

7th Loreto

12th BGGS White

13th Mermaids White

14th Polo Bears

15th River City Tiger Sharks

16th AHS Rust

18th AHS Silver

19th St Rita’s White

 

14 Boys Gold

6th UQ Barras Purple

8th Mantas Blue

11th River City

 

 

14 Boys Green

3rd Sunshine Coast

4th Polo Bears

7th Mantas Black

8th Gold Coast

13th Kracken Barras

16 Girls Gold

1st Mermaids Pink

3rd Polo Bears

5th UQ Barras Purple

10th AHS Blue

12th Mermaids Blue

 

 

 

 

 

16 Girls Green

2nd UQ Barras Green

7th River City

8th AHS White

11th Loreto

13th BGGS White

14th Sunshine Coast

15th St Rita’s

18th AHS Silver

19th Mermaids Rose

20th Mermaids White

16 Boys Gold

2nd UQ Barras Purple

6th Sunshine Coast

12th Mantas Blue

14th Polo Bears Ice

 

16 Boys Green

4th UQ Barras Green

6th Gold Coast

11th Carina League Warriors

12th Polo Bears Snow

13th Mantas Black

18 Girls Gold

1st Polo Bears Ice

4th Mermaids Pink

9th UQ Barras Purple

 

 

 

 

 

 

18 Girls Green

3rd Mermaids White

4th Brisbane Vikings

5th UQ Barras Green

8th AHS Vikings

9th Mermaids Blue

10th Polo Bears Snow

15th Gold Coast / River City

16th Carina League Warriors

18 Boys Gold

2nd Sunshine Coast Gold

4th UQ Barras Purple

16th Polo Bears

18 Boys Green

8th Mantas / Polo Bears

9th Sunshine Coast Blue

10th UQ Barras Green

 

 


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