Tradition | Excellence | Opportunity
Founded in 1856.
The Grey Vision
Grey remains as one of the leading schools in the country, with a culture and value system that support its fine heritage.
Grey is recognised for its competitiveness and excellence in academic, sporting and cultural activities, as well as for its ability to consistently produce leaders.
Waterpolo
Master in Charge
Mr Ridge Snelling
History
Water polo was restarted at Grey in 1994, with the first matches being played in 1995 against local schools. It wasn't until the late 1990s where Grey started to compete at a National level. Our numbers have grown from just one team in 1995 to thirteen teams in 2007 (including Grey Junior School). In 2006, both our u14 and u15 sides were crowned SA Champions as well our 1st team competing in numerous SA finals across the country. Our 1st team won the prestigious SACS
The Water Polo Program
The water polo program runs during the summer season, this means our busy time is from January to March and then again from August to December. The inclusion of the winter league has allowed our players to compete in the winter months as their off season. Grey consistently has a high ratio of players making the provincial teams every year for the Inter Provincial Tournaments and Currie Cup tournaments respectively. Our coaches are highly trained and they have played and coached at high level which ensures that the players are being coached correctly to ensure proper development.
Grey was the main venue for the largest school boy tournament in the world, in 2023 where thousand of players and supporters were on our campus. We are also the hosts of one of the best U15 Tournaments seeing the top teams from all over the country.
Grey boast one of the best Aquatics centres in the country and in the world. The Facilities include three pools: an Olympic size water polo pool; 25m indoor pool and a small water polo pool. In addition to these all three pools are heated which is a major benefit for the winter months.
Teams
Grey High School offers water polo to all the age groups at the school. We have currently have 9 teams that represent Grey High School water polo.
1st, 2nd, 3rd ,4th & 5th
U14A & B | U15A & B
Each team has between 11 and 13 players.
Facilities
1 x Olympic size water polo pool
1 x heated 25m water polo pool
1 x heated 25m indoor swimming pool
Matches & Tournaments
Matches are played against the top waterpolo playing schools in Eastern Cape on most Saturdays. The u14A and B, u15A and B, 1st and 2nd teams travel extensively across the country to play in big tournaments. Top schools attend these tournaments and Grey get to play against the best. Some of the tournaments include SACS, Grey College, Vides, Clifton and KES, Ian Melliar u15 Tournament, Rondebosch u14 Tournament and Jason Murray Tournament. In addition, select players are entered into the Eastern Province Mens' Waterpolo League. The senior team plays in the Premier division and the 2nd team in the 2nd division.
League
The season is split into various leagues in an attempt to accommodate all our players.
NMB League
The 1st and 2nd team players are split amongst clubs and compete in the Premier League hosted on a Thursday night. Mr Ridge Snelling will oversee the boys' involvement from a school perspective.
Junior League
The Junior School league is hosted by Alexander Road on a Tuesday night, where our u14C, D and u15C and D teams compete on a weekly basis.
Grey League
The Grey High School league will take place on a Wednesday afternoon (15:00 – 18:30), and consist of the following Grey teams: 3rds, 4ths, 5ths, 6ths, 7ths, u15A & B, u14A & B. Other local schools participating will be Collegiate High, Pearson High, Alexander Road, Woodridge, and few Grahamstown schools have also shown an interest. Our Powerade Aquatic Centre will play host to these fixtures, Mr Ridge Snelling will oversee this league.
A Few In-house Matters and Termly Reminders
Dress Code
Waterpolo boys are to arrive and depart the pool areas dressed correctly. Full school tracksuit and suitable footwear should be worn to and from practices and matches. Coaches are going to be asked to be strict in this regard as the correct dress sends the correct message. The waterpolo attire, available at Birch's Schoolwear, includes the blue and white golf shirts along with the navy and azure blue shorts. Please ensure your son has these items for the water polo season.
Punctuality
It is deemed disrespectful toward the coach and team mates if you do not arrive / arrive late for practices and / or matches. Excuses for non-attendance must be communicated timeously with the coach involved.
Conduct
Grey boys are reminded that they are an advert for the school and as such should always display the necessary sportsmanship. Yes, we play to win but not at all costs. Disputing referee decisions and /or showing dissent is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
Coaching Staff
The coaching staff comprises of staff members and student coaches.
Waterpolo is proudly sponsored by:
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