12U & 14U BOYS - NEW MEMBER REGISTRATION

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On the heels of an incredible first year at the age group level we are excited to get back to the pool deck as we continue to develop our athletes, programming, and community as one of the premier club programs in the country.

At Mission WPC, we take a holistic approach to the training and development of our athletes. Throughout the course of each session, athletes will be challenged both physically and mentally, and will be encouraged to continuously call forward the best version of themselves. Along with teaching fundamental skills and tactical concepts in the sport of water polo, we also make space to explore the practice of goal setting, what it means to be a great teammate, the mental game, time and systems management and the importance of academic success, as well as proper nutrition and the benefits of good sleep for high performing athletes.

Below you find detailed information on our upcoming Fall Session. Should you have any follow up questions, pleases don’t hesitate to contact Coach Barnea (email) at your convenience.

FALL SESSION DATES
September 3-November 10, 2024

Space in our upcoming Fall Session will be limited to accommodate no more than two 12U boys’ team and two 14U boys’ teams. 

PRE-SEASON MEETING

Date: Tuesday, August 27

Time: 5:15-6:00 pm

Location: Bleachers, JSerra Catholic High School Aquatic Center

The pre-season meeting is designed to provide families with the opportunity to meet our coaching staff, get some detailed information regarding the upcoming session, and answer any questions you may have. We ask that each family have at least one parent and athlete in attendance.

REGISTRATION
We are currently only accepting new members on an individual tryout basis. If you are interested in joining our 12U or 14U boys program please email Coach Barnea to discuss available tryout opportunitites.

Mission WPC committed to providing quality programming, so space will be limited. Should demand in programming exceed our capacity, we will use the first week of practice to evaluate athletes before finalizing the roster for the remainder of the Fall Session. 

PRIORITY REGISTRATION

Priority registration for returning families remains valid during each annual competition cycle (Fall through Summer) so long as athletes are participating in consecutive sessions.

While Mission WPC provides year-round programming, we support athletes and families taking sessions off to focus on other activities. Prior participation with Mission WPC will be considered as a part of the selection process during Evaluation Periods, but priority registration is only available for athletes who are participating in consecutive sessions.

USA WATER POLO MEMBERSHIP
No player will be allowed to participate in any practice, scrimmage, or game unless he is registered with United States Water Polo. Prior to submitting Mission WPC Fall Session registration all athletes must meet the following USA Water Polo Membership requirements:

-  Gold Level USWP membership.

-  USWP membership affiliated with Mission Water Polo Club #35012.

-  USWP membership valid through 12/31/24.

-  Valid DOB Verification through USWP.

-  Headshot uploaded to USWP account.

To register or renew with USWP click here.

AGE GROUPS

This Fall, Mission WPC will be offering programming for 12U & 14U boys only. Age Groups are determined by an athletes age as of August 1, 2025.

Note: Athletes who are in 8th grade, but will be 16U during the 2024-2025 competition season, are eligible to participate in the 14U programming during the 2024 Fall Session. 

SESSION DUES

Session dues will be charged Monday, September 9, following our Week 1 Evaluation Period.

Session dues covers all costs related to seasonal practice and can be paid in full or in 3 installments. Payment options are selected during the registration process. For those selecting to pay in installments, Fall Session dues will be charged on September 9, September 30, and October 21. 

Additional Participation Fees will be charged for games and tournaments.

FREE TRIAL

All new members can take advantage of our 1-week free trial. All new athletes are automatically enrolled in the free trial. Any family deciding not to continue past the first week must submit their withdrawal via email to Coach Barnea by Friday, September 6, 2024.

SIBLING DISCOUNT

Additional siblings are 10% less than the regular season dues. The Sibling Discount is applicable to training seasons only and are not applicable for tournaments or special events.

GAME/TOURNAMENT FEES

Additional game and tournament fees will be emailed out the week leading up to competitions and each family is responsible for signing up and paying the Participation Fee prior to the event. The additional fees will cover tournament entry fee and coach expenses which include game fee, travel, per diem, and lodging, if necessary. Approximate game fees for local games are estimated at $75 per day. Costs for games may increase based on an increase in tournament entry fees and on the number of athletes participating. Families that do not pay their Participation Fee in advance will be charged an additional 5% fee and will be billed automatically the week following competition.

REFUND POLICY

Payments for returning members will be processed on Tuesday, September 3. Payments for new members will be processed Monday, September 9, following the Week 1 Evaluation Period. Once payments have been processed, refunds will not be given.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Providing financial assistance to families in need is a priority for Mission WPC, and while we are still in the process of formalizing our scholarship application process, families who may need financial assistance should contact Coach Barnea (email) to discuss current options and ways Mission WPC can help support.

FUNDRAISING

As our program continues to grow and develop fundraising will play an instrumental role in shaping the future of our athletes and our entire program. Throughout the year Mission WPC will hold fundraising events that will allow us to provide additional enrichment programs for all athletes, invest in equipment and infrastructure, provide meaningful financial support for our coaches, and provide scholarships for families in need. We thank you all in advance for your support in our mission to provide the highest quality program for our athletes and families.

PRACTICE SCHEDULE

PRACTICE SCHEDULE UPDATES

Due to on campus events at JSerra and holidays during the season, there are some weeks where the practice schedule will change. Please check the Master Calendar for week by week updates.

MANDATORY PRACTICE EQUIPMENT

Athletes must bring the following to all practices:

-  Suit

-  Goggles

-  Athletic Shoes

-  Water Bottle

-  Bar/Snack

-  Bag or Backpack

-  Notebook & Pencil (link)

-  Warm Up/Activation Band #1 Light Blue (link)

- 14U Athletes Only: Lower Body Warm Up Band – Yellow/Thin (link)

- 14U Athletes Only: Weight Belts - Red (link)

MANDATORY GAME UNIFORM

- Mission WPC Team Suit (link)

- Mission WPC Team Shirts – White & Black (link)

- Black shorts/pants

- Khaki shorts/pants

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Athletes are encouraged to attend all practices and competitions. We understand that conflicts arise on occasion, and when they do, we ask families to communicate athlete availability so we can plan accordingly. To help in that planning process, all families should submit their availability for games and competitions prior to the start of the season using the Competition Availability Form linked below. In addition, we ask that families use the Missing Practice Form, also linked below, to notify the coaches of any absence from practice as they come up. Attendance for practices and games are tracked by the coaching staff. Team placement, playing time in certain competitions, and priority registration for future session can all be impacted by athletes who are unable to consistently attend practices and games.

2024 Fall Competition Availability Form – CLICK HERE

2024 Fall Missing Practice Form – CLICK HERE

COMPETITION SCHEDULE

*Participation in USWP Champions Cup based on qualification. Details on the qualifying tournament are still TBD. Updates will be provided as soon as they become available.

PLAYING TIME POLICY

Playing time will vary from athlete to athlete and from game to game, but we aim to provide all athletes with meaningful opportunities to contribute to the team’s success. Factors such as player’s ability, attitude, effort, practice attendance, roster size, and level of competition can all have an impact on playing time.

There will be certain games, such as SPA League games, where our focus will be on providing balanced playing time for all athletes in attendance. There will be other games and tournaments, such as Championships and Qualifying Tournaments, where playing time will not be as balanced, especially as tournaments progress.

Coaches will work to clearly communicate playing time expectations prior to, and during competitions, and we encourage dialog on the subject with athletes and parents should there be questions that arise along the way.

TEAM PLACEMENT

There will be changes to competition rosters, especially during the first half of each session, as coaches assess and evaluate athletes. Criteria for each athlete's team placement is based on, but not limited to: attitude, effort, performance, ability level, experience, position, age, and prior participation with Mission WPC. As each session progresses, and athletes are moved between rosters, coaches will do their best to communicate those changes in advance.  Any athlete or parent with questions about their team placement should arrange a time to meet and talk with their coach.

COMMUNICATING WITH COACHES

We believe in strong and open lines of communications between coaches and families. Questions from athletes and parents will arise and coaches will always be there to listen and provide feedback and answers. We simply ask that any parent who has questions or would like to have meaningful dialog with any of the coaches, do so by emailing the coach in advance to set up a time to meet. 

CODE OF CONDUCT

To ensure a positive and enriching experience for all members of our club, we have established a Code of Conduct that outlines the behavioral expectations for both athletes and parents/guardians.By adhering to these principles, we aim to create a culture that encourages healthy competition, positive interactions, and lifelong learning. We believe that every athlete's journey is enriched when they are surrounded by teammates, parents, and coaches who share these values.To view detailed information on our Athlete and Parent Code of Conducts click here

MISSION WPC TEAM GEAR

Mission WPC partners with Kap 7 to provide all our team gear. Team suits, and our black and white t-shirts are kept in stock at Kap 7 and can be purchased at any time via our online Team Shop. 

All athletes are required to have a team suit, and two team shirts (white and black). All other gear is optional.

Kap 7 will also provide a seasonal team shop that will include additional items that can be ordered. Our Fall Team Shop will open Monday, 8/26 and will close Monday, 9/9. Orders will be shipped directly to your home 3-4 weeks following the close of the seasonal shop.