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Water Polo Basics

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Hole set

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The center forward position in water polo; a key offensive player positioned near the opponent's goal.

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Man-up situation

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When a water polo team has a one-player advantage due to an opponent's exclusion foul, also known as a 'power play'.

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Eggbeater kick

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A kicking technique in water polo used to maintain an upright position and provide propulsion and stability in the water.

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Weak side

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The side of the water polo field of play opposite to where the ball is, often less defended and a good position to attack.

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Shot clock

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A timer counting down the time allowed for a team to take a shot at goal, usually 30 seconds in water polo.

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Lob shot

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A strategic shot in water polo where the ball is thrown in a high arc to drop over the goalie's head and into the goal.

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Microcycle

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A short training cycle, typically a week long, designed to focus on specific skills or goals in water polo.

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Dry pass

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A type of pass in water polo where the ball is thrown in such a way that it does not touch the water before reaching a teammate.

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Counterattack

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A fast break in water polo, where a team transitions quickly from defense to offense, attempting to exploit a numerical advantage.

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Exclusion foul

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A penalty in water polo where a player is excluded from the game for 20 seconds, typically for aggressive or illegal play.

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