Nominations for Hunter Hurricanes 2024-25 junior coaching positions are now open. The 2024-25 season will see the Hunter Hurricanes support the following squads.

• U12’s boys (born 13, 14)

• U12 Girls (born 13, 14)

• U14’s female (born 11, 12)

• U14’s male (born 11, 12)

• U16’s female (born 09, 10)

• U16’s male (born 09, 10)

• U18’s female (born 07, 08)

• U18’s male (born 07, 08)

Hunter Hurricanes will select junior squads from which tournament teams will be selected. Squads will be selected based on specific criteria and align with the Hunter Hurricanes selection policy. Squads will train together each week. The Head coach role is to prepare teams for tournament and ensure that the talent development pipeline exists for future tournament athletes.

Coach Commitment

Hunter Hurricanes are planning on competing in the following events. The following 2024/25 calendar summary is indicative and subject to change. It is provided to allow parents and athletes to be aware of and commit to our season.

1. Canberra Cup (Canberra, 8th - 10th November). Youth: 2011, 2012 & 2013 | Junior: 2008, 2009 and 2010

2. WPNSW state championships (Sydney, 14th - 22nd Dec 2024) (12, 14, 16, 18's)

3. Water Polo Australian Youth Water Polo Championships (Perth). Week 1 | 14th to 18th April 2025 (14&U and 18&U). Week 2 | 20th to 24th April 2025 (12&U and 16&U)

4. U12’s: Orange Festival: 7th – 9th March 2025

5. Other WPNSW run/sanctioned events as identified by the club/coaches

Teams will train and swim each week. Below is an example of potential training commitments for each age group. These are provided as an example and may change once coaches build an understanding of their squad's capability and fitness and we confirm pool availability. Please note, teams are likely to have at least one, maybe two 5:30am sessions per week (age dependent) and/or Sunday training. Lambton pool may not be the only pool used for training, this may include central coast pools, in an environment where pool space is at a premium, with growing demands, all options are on the table.

• U12s: once per week

• U14s: two team sessions and one swim session

• U16s: two team sessions and one swim session

• U18s: It is expected the boys will train at least twice, if not three times per week with a compulsory swim set. For the girls, it will depend on the availability of those completing the HSC. TBD via coach conusltation. (if unsure about balancing school and polo please nominate so we can assess the right structure).

• Red Cap Club: The Hunter Hurricanes are committed to developing elite goal keepers. In order to support these unique individuals who are committed to protecting our goals at all costs, a dedicated skills and fitness session will be run every second Thursday afternoon for all GKs. 

Australian Youth Water Polo Championships

The Australian Youth Water Polo Championships (AYWPC) will be held in Perth in April 2025, please note the following:

• u16's and u18s will travel as squads under the supervision of team staff
• u12's and u14s will travel independantly under supervision of parents or gaurdians
• iTalk Travel @ the junction has secured flights and accomodation for the squads and is sourcing group rates for u12s and u14s athletes / parents / gaurdians
• The board will collaborate with head coaches on the recruitment of appropriate support personal for the season in lcuding managers and chaperones.

Timeline

The following is an estimated timeline, things may change

• 17th August EOI closes
• After the 18th August Invitations sent to those who EOI. Athletes to register pre trials*
• 19th August - 15th September Squad trials*
• 16th September squads announced, squad training commences*
• 21st October: State championship teams announced
• 8th November: Canberra Cup
• 14th December: WPNSW club state championships
• 16th February: AYWPC teams announced
• 14th April: AYWPC Perth

*may change after consultation with coaches.

Coach selection

Nominations will be reviewed by a coaching panel, lead by the Hunter Hurricanes Coaching Director. Coaches may be contacted for further information regarding their nomination. 

How to nominate

Simply click on the link below and follow the instructions.

By nominating you acknowledge your awareness of and ability to commit to the above commitments including training.

Click here to complete your nomination for the 2024-25 season.

Policies

Code of conduct

Selection policy