Rules of water polo

The rules of water polo are the rules and regulations which cover the play, procedure, equipment and officiating of water polo. These rules are similar throughout the world, although slight variations to the rules do occur regionally and depending on the governing body. Governing bodies of water polo include FINA, the international governing organisation for the rules; the NCAA rules, which govern the rules for collegiate matches in the USA; the NFHS rules which govern the rules in high schools in the USA and the IOC rules which govern the rules at Olympic events.

History

William Wilson, Scottish aquatics pioneer and originator of the first rules of water polo.

Players, substitutes and coaches

6 players and one goalie and can be subbed at any part in the game. The player in the game must exit the pool before his substitute can enter the water.

Timings and shot clocks

30 Second shot clocks for all age groups Pro:

16 & U:

14 & u: 4 quarters. can last anywhere from 4 to 7 minutes

12 & U:

10 & u:

8 & U:

Fouls

Ordinary Fouls:

Exclusions/ Kickouts:

5 Meter Free Shot:

Turnover:

References