What size pool is water polo played in?

The dimensions of a water polo pool are not fixed and can vary between 20×10 and 30×20 meters with varying depths. Most regulation water polo pools are at least 6 feet deep. However, in the case of a pool having a shallow end, players are still prohibited from touching the bottom of the pool.

How wide is a regulation sized pool for water polo?

Water Polo Pools have an overall length of either 82′ or 98.43′ (25, 30 m) and width of 65.62′ (20 m), for a total area of 5382-6458 ft² (500-600 m²). The depth of a Water Polo Pool must be a minimum of 6′ (1.83 m).

How many people are in the pool during a water polo match?

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Each team is allowed to have seven players in the water at any one time (six ‘outfield’ players and a goalkeeper). Other than the goalkeeper, you will see the other players moving continuously around the pool.

What are the dimensions of water polo?

The dimensions of a water polo field depend on the size of the pool. Governing bodies such as FINA state that the distance between the goal lines is 20m‑30m for men and 15m‑25m for women. The width of the playing field varies from 10m‑20m, depending on the size of the pool.

Why do water polo players wear caps?

Clever design of the cap helps to avoid ear ruptures Well, just like rugby players, water polo players need to protect their ears. Eardrums can only heal when dry, and may take weeks to repair themselves – not ideal for Olympic athletes who train in the water.

Are water polo goals different sIzes?

water polo goal sIzes water polo goals have a standard opening of 118” wide by 36” high, except the splashball Floating goal which is “junior sized”, which is 78 ¾” wide by 28 ½” high. Odyssey is the top of the line goal, designed for use in the Sydney 2000 Olympics.

Is water polo harder than baseball?

It’s harder than football, harder than baseball, harder than basketball, harder than hockey or soccer or cycling or skiing or fishing or billiards or any other of the 60 sports we rated….

What is the most common injury in water polo?

Swimmer’s shoulder (shoulder pain) Shoulder pain is the most common musculoskeletal complaint in water polo players. The incidence of shoulder pain is directly correlated with the level of competition and years spent competing in the sport.

How big does a water polo ball have to be?

The area within the net must be at least 0.3 meters (0.98 feet) in depth to be in line with water polo guidelines. The standard water polo ball weighs between 400 to 450 grams (14.11 to 15.87 ounces), though sizes differ slightly for men and women, as shown in the table below:

How many players are allowed in a pool in water polo?

If at any time during play a team has more players in the pool than they are allowed, a penalty is given to the opposing team. A variation is Beach water polo, which has four players including the goal keeper, and a smaller field, and some other differing rules.

When did the 5 meter line come in for water polo?

It was brought in by FINA in 2019, and relates to the method of taking a free throw after an ordinary or exclusion foul. The ‘5 meter’ line is where penalties are shot and it is designated by a red line. The ‘2 meter’ line is designated with a red line; and no player of the attacking team can receive a ball inside this zone.

What happens if a water polo ball goes out of the pool?

Water polo balls are generally yellow and of varying size and weight for juniors, women and men. In a game, if the ball goes out of the playing area (or hits the edge of the pool then falls back in to the water), a free throw is given to the team that did not touch the ball last before it went out of play.