U18 Europe Tour | Males

2026 Europe Tour

An elite international tour for male athletes born 2008–2010, combining high-level competition, intensive training and unforgettable cultural experiences across two of Europe’s strongest water polo regions.

This tour is designed to challenge athletes technically, physically and mentally while exposing them to international standards of play and professional sporting environments.

🏆 Tournament

Water Polo Experience – Barcelona

18–21 June 2026

The tour opens with participation in the prestigious international tournament Water Polo Experience, featuring leading European and international clubs including:

• CN Barcelona

• CNA Barceloneta

• CE Mediterrani

• CN Poble Nou

• Panathinaikos

• Savona

• USA All Star

Athletes will compete against diverse playing styles, high game intensity and international officiating standards, providing invaluable match exposure.

🇪🇸 Cultural Experience Day

Barcelona

22 June 2026

A scheduled recovery and cultural day allowing athletes to experience local culture, explore the city and reset before the next training phase.

💪 Training Camp & Scrimmages

Spain

23–27 June 2026

High-performance training sessions and scrimmages against leading Spanish clubs like:

• CN Terrassa

• CE Monjuic

• CN Sabadell

• CN Molins De Rei

• CN Poble Nou

• CN Mataró

• CN Sant Andreu

Focus areas include tactical development, conditioning, game execution and team cohesion.

🇮🇹 Italy Phase

Genova & Surrounds

28 June – 6 July 2026

The third phase delivers elite-level scrimmages and training against top Italian clubs:

• Pro Recco

• Camogli

• Sori

• Quinto

• Chiavari

• Lavagna

This stage exposes athletes to the speed, physicality and tactical depth of Italian water polo.

🏔 Cultural Experience

San Fruttuoso Adventure

A full-day cultural and adventure experience including:

• Scenic mountain hike to San Fruttuoso

• Lunch along the trail

• Descent to the beach

• Swim to the iconic underwater Christ of the Abyss

  
  

A memorable highlight combining recovery, team bonding and cultural immersion.

Travel Dates

• Depart Australia 16 June 2026

• Return Early July 2026 (final schedule to be confirmed)

Who This Tour Is For

• Male athletes born 2008–2010

• Players seeking international competition exposure

• Athletes committed to elite training standards

• Those preparing for higher performance pathways

Expression of Interest

Places are limited. Please RSVP early to avoid disappointment.