Frequently Asked Questions
When should my child start water polo?
You can start Jr. Polo as soon as your athlete can safely swim across the pool. We see kids beginning as early as age 6. Our recommendation is to become a proficient swimmer first then around age 8 start with Jr. Polo.
How long is a Season?
There are four training sessions each athletic year, each running between 10 to 12 weeks. The typical sessions are as follows:
Fall Session: September to November
Winter Session: December to February
Spring Session: March to May
Summer Session: June to Mid-August
How do I sign up for Tournaments?
You must first have a member profile. Then select the desired event(s) on our Event Page. Be careful to choose the correct age group and team for your Athlete. Events require pre-registration.
If a roster does not fill up and we cannot enter a team, the event fee will be transferred to a future event for your Athlete.
Team Gear?
SET TEAM Gear and Fan Store
All athletes are required to have a team suit, SET dark T-shirt and SET light T-shirt.
What Age group is my athlete?
Age Groups: 12U, 14U, 16U, and 18U. They will train with an athlete's age group on August 1. For example, if a 14-year-old athlete turns 15 in May, they will be training as a 16U. If they turn 15 on August 12, they will be training as a 14U.
Do I need to register with USA Water Polo?
Yes, all members of SET Water Polo must be registered with USA Water Polo as Silver Members.
Saddleback El Toro - SET Water Polo Club #18
How do I register for USA Water Polo?
Go to www.usawaterpolo.com and follow the online registration instructions. Then, register your Athlete for Club #18, Saddleback El Toro (SET).
How often do i need to register for USA Water Polo?
Memberships need to be renewed yearly, January 1. Athletes need to be a Silver level membership to participate in most tournaments.
Sibling Discounts?
Yes, 2nd Athlete: -$40, 3rd Athlete: -$60, 4th Athlete: -$80.
Please email setwpc@yahoo.com for further information.
How do I sign up for Junior Polo?
Junior Water Polo sign-ups are available on the Events Page.
If my son or daughter has never played where should I start?
Contact setaquatics@gmail.com for placement recommendations.
Does SET have a swim team?
Yes, learn more on The Swim Team website or by emailing the Director of The Swim Team, Tim Teeter, at coachteeter@gmail.com.
Can my athlete do swimming and water polo combined?
Yes, please get in touch with setaquatics@gmail.com for further information.
Administrative Questions?
General Club: Tim Teeter, setaquatics@gmail.com
Who do I contact if I can't make training?
At the 16/18 levels we encourage the athletes to communicate directly with coaches keeping them informed in the team group text if you are going to miss practice.
Are all of the trainings required?
All levels are different, but we understand that each player has a variety of activities that may conflict with training times as student-athletes. Depending on your child's goals and the level at which they wish to play, they should try to make as much training as possible. Please communicate with your coach when you cannot make training.
Questions?
Please contact, setaquatics@gmail.com.
Does SET offer scholarships?
SET Water Polo is an athlete-centered organization that firmly believes youth should never be denied the opportunity to participate in organized athletics solely because of an inability to pay the full tuition fee. Therefore, SET offers a limited amount of financial aid per training session for current members who experience financial difficulties and demonstrate need, subject to the availability of funds. All inquiries concerning financial assistance should be addressed to the Club Director, Bradley Schumacher.