Celebrating WA at the World Aquatic Masters Championships – Singapore 2025

What an incredible effort from our Western Australian Masters teams at the World Aquatic Masters Championships in Singapore. The event showcased true competition, connection and passion from our WA water polo community.

For the last 25 years, teams including the Perth Cockatoos, Pink Pointers and UWA City Beach Masters have proudly represented Western Australia at the World Aquatics Masters Championships.

Over that time WA clubs have regularly secured podium finishes while demonstrating a remarkable level of participation for a city of Perth’s size.

The World Aquatics Masters Championships, is held every two years in August, bringing together more than 6,000 Master athletes aged 25 and over, to compete over five sports.

 

WA Results on the World Stage

This years tournament featured 37 teams from 12 countries, including six Australian teams (all from WA) across various age groups, with some incredible results:

• 50 + Women – GOLD 🥇
• 55 + Men – BRONZE 🥉
• 60 + Men – 5^th Place
• 65 + Men – 4^th Place
• 70 + Men – BRONZE 🥉
• 75 + Men – GOLD 🥇

Congratulations to all players, coaches and support staff for all your dedication and achievements.

 

Get Involved in Masters Water Polo

WA’s Masters competition is built on camaraderie, a shared love of the game that keeps players in the water long after their regular careers and the post-game BBQ and drinks!

If you are 40 years or older and are available Tuesday nights, we would love for you to join!

To play you must join a club of your choice and then join the Masters Event.

More information can be found here.

 

Referee Recognition

 A special thank you to Liz Burman and Fiona Haigh, who represented WA as referees at the Championships. Their contribution is greatly appreciated.

  

In Memory of Tom Kelly

It is with heavy hearts that we acknowledge the passing of Tom Kelly, a beloved member of the 55+ Men’s team, who passed away while attending the championships in Singapore.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends and teammates during this time.