Link to the fixtures as at 22 March 2022.
2022 Durban Fixtures
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Late Roy Fritz
Roy passed away on 28 January 2022 at 5:45 after a short illness.
His explanation of specific events were legendary and he always saw the fun side of everything.
RIP Roy
Late John Lee
John Lee passed away 14 January 2022 after a short illness.
His contribution to waterpolo in Gateng has been immense and he will be sorely missed.
RIP John Lee
7 December 1943 – 14 January 2022
2022 Tournament Update
Please see below for some info regarding next years tournament:
Dates: 23-26 March 2022.
- Hosts: KZN
- Venue: Kings Park Pool
- Wednesday 23 – Welcome ceremony drinks and AGM
- Thursday 24 – Games
- Friday 25 – Games
- Sat 26 – Finals and closing ceremony
- Sun 27 – Travel
Late Conrad Mortimer
Hi All ,
It is with regret and sadness that I have to advise that Conrad passed away recently from the big C
Apart from the many Masters tournaments Conrad took part in , he was CG Chairman for some time and was effortless in admin of Water Polo
My condolences to his family and friends
RIP Conrad
Neville Clarence
Chairman SA Masters Waterpolo
Late Keith Dodkins
Sad to notify all of Keith Dodkins’ passing from Covid complications
Keith, from Florida, attended plenty of Masters Nationals, and I am sure will be sorely missed by all that knew him
Condolences from SA and CG Masters to Keith’s family and friends
RIP Keith
Regards,
Neville Clarence
2022 Tournament
Hi gents,
Please be advised that the next Masters tournament will be held in March 2022 in Stellenbosch.
This was a very tough decision to make but after numerous factors we have decided to postpone an official Masters tournament for this year and host it in its usual time slot for 2022. We had commitment from just over 50% of the teams for a November tournament and we would rather do it properly than half heartedly.
We are hoping to not have any issues for March next year and as discussed with Neville, this tournament will go ahead and we will play no matter the amount of entries, restrictions so we can get the baton moved over to Durban for 2023.
We will endeavour to get a date out to you guys asap so you can organise some plans with your teams.
We once again apologise as I’m sure this has caused some inconvenience for you and your teams but unfortunately out of our control.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or queries.
Many thanks
MOB committee
stelliesmasterspolo@gmail.com
2021 Tournament dates
The following dates are PROVISIONAL and will still require confirmation by the Organisers:
17-20 March 2021
AGM – 17 March 2021
Tournament – 18-20 March 2021
From: Maties Water Polo <stelliesmasterspolo@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, 9 Dec 2020, 10:58
Subject: Masters 2021
Hi All,
After getting responses from the teams over the last 2 weeks we are of the opinion that the risk is too high to continue with planning for March 2021.
Events are still severely curtailed by current legislation. We sense that with all the restrictions & controls, it might not be viable. With less or no spectators and fewer teams we lose the essence of the tournament anyway, whilst risk & liability (Health and Safety) issues could be a minefield for us to organise with getting permits and licences.
Our view is that we should wait for this C-19 dust to settle before we start making any concrete plans. Until then, there are far too many constraints to organise a massive sporting event like masters. This pains us and is very unfortunate and we apologise as we go into March 2021 without our beloved tournament where we enjoy the polo competition but mainly to have a beer with old friends.
Kind regards
Jared and committee
PS: In error we forgot to mention that we still wish to host the tournament next year but just delay it.
We are hoping to host in November when things have settled down. We are also thus hoping you can defer the accommodation and fights a few more months.
We have not secured dates as of yet but will hopefully send some news in Jan/Feb.
We are positive we can host a very lekker tournament in November.
Kind regards
MOB Committee
Late Willie Clark
Willie Nobby Clark passed away from multiple organ failure.
He played his polo for Edenvale and was a great forward with a crafty left hand. Completed 10 Masters before heart problems preventing him from playing. Even after his playing days he would still frequent the Edenvale pool, watch some games and enjoy a beer or two afterwards chatting to his old mates.
The Masters community extend their condolences to the Clark family on the loss of Willie.
His funeral will be held on Tuesday 10th November 2020. Time 14h00. At St James Presbyterian Church, 3 Oxford Road, Bedford Gardens, Bedfordview 💔
Rest in Peace Big Guy.
2020 Tournament cancelled due to COVID-19
Hi All,
With sadness and regret we wish to communicate that on behalf of the organising committee and the executive committee, the Masters 2020 water polo tournament has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 virus.
The executive committee will be meeting to decide on the way forward and any information will be communicated as and when.
Details to follow.
Kind regards
SA Masters Water Polo
Hi everyone
KZN have offered to withdraw their bid for 2021 in favour of Stellenbosch having to cancel the 2020 event.
Thus 2021 will be in Stellenbosch. Once logistics have been sorted, we will advise all.
@Jared Wingate-Pearse – thanks to you and your team for all the hard work you put into organising this year’s event only to have factors outside your control putting a damper on events.
We wish you all the best for 2021.
Please let all your clubs know.
