Don’t take our word for it, leading international water polo players have trained with Kova and become the world's best.

Aaron Younger
3x Olympian
"Kova coached me from my junior years, shaping me into the player I am today. His guidance secured my place on the men’s national team and a long professional career at home and abroad."

George Ford
2x Olympian
"Kova has coached me across all levels of water polo. His world class knowledge and mentorship has given me the platform I need to achieve all of my goals. He has been paramount in my success."

Joel Swift
Olympian
“Kova made me the player I became. From teaching the fundamentals at a young age to introducing game study and learning the tendencies of elite players Kova provided the pathway to success.”

Jamie Beadsworth
2x Olympian
“Kova was my coach at WAIS, WA and Australian junior level over nearly 10 years. Kova’s coaching and guidance was crucial to me achieving what I did in the sport.”

Andrew Ford
Olympian
“Kova is a fantastic coach who has the ability to improve all aspects the game. His programming for conditioning, skills, game knowledge and tactics is second-to-none.”

Tim Cleland
Olympian
“Kova embodies the qualities of an inspiring leader and skilled tactician. He excels at fostering teamwork, motivating players and has achieved the ultimate success. Kova is highly respected and admired in water polo world.”

Luke Quinlivan
Olympian
"Having played ~100 tests for Australia spanning from 2006-2014, Andrei Kovalenko is without a doubt the most influential coach I've had. He teaches you how to understand the game, not just train and learn systems."

Tim Putt
Olympian
“Kova coached me from my junior water polo days through to the senior level, guiding me to junior national titles, serving as head coach of junior national teams, and supporting me through my early national league seasons.
His coaching technique, tactical knowledge and professionalism in every aspect of the sport shaped me into the player I am today—ultimately earning me a spot on the national team and the opportunity to play in Europe.”