Kahuna Events

AntiWave Summer Championships

July 11-12, 2026

FINAL PREP Games for Junior Olympics or Summer Culminating Event

HOST: Newport, SB Premier, SET, and IYWPC

DIVISIONS: 10U G/B/Coed, 12coed, 12boys, 12girls, 14coed, 14boys, 14girls, 16boys, 16girls, 18boys, 18girls

AGE DETERMINATION: Age as of August 1, 2026

QUARTERS DURATION: 10U: 5 Min | 12U/14U:6 Min | 16/18U: 7 Min

Note: 10U Coed to enter, will split off 10 girls and 10 boys after entry

COURSE LENGTH: 18U/16U–25 Meters, 14U/12U-25 yards, 10U 15/yds/meters, Inflatable Goals.

ENTRY FEE: $1195 per team, 10U: $995

LOCATION: Orange County

AWARDS: Medals for Top Three Teams in each flight

ENTRY DEADLINE: Monday, June 29, 2026

USA Water Polo Membership Level: Silver (Note: Bronze for 10U)

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR: Bradley Schumacher, setwpc@yahoo.com 

Wolf Wigo, wolf@kap7inc.com 

COMPETITION DIRECTOR: Nick Baba, nick@irvinewaterpolo.org

Ross Sinclair, rsinclair4@gmail.com 

TOURNAMENT RULES AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. All athletes must be registered with USAWP.

2. Each coach is responsible to submit a verified roster to the score table before each game. Please have additional verified rosters on you at all times.

3.All teams must provide their own warm-up balls and game caps.

4. All players must wear the same cap number throughout the tournament. First team listed will wear the white caps.

5. RAIN or SHINE. We suggest that your team bring canopies for shelter from the elements.

6. Any forfeits result in a $250 fine per game to the offending team, used to help compensate the offended team. It is the responsibility of the coach or team manager to follow the tournament schedule.

7. Athlete Safety Information:

Please see the information below related to Athlete Safety Matters related to the event.

In accordance with USA Water Polo and U.S. Center for SafeSport policies, all participants are expected to uphold a safe and abuse-free sport environment. To report suspected sexual misconduct, physical misconduct, emotional misconduct, or violations of the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP), please contact the U.S. Center for SafeSport by submitting a report at: SafeSport Report A Concern

The MAAPP are mandatory safeguards designed to prevent abuse by regulating one-on-one interactions, communications, and settings involving minor athletes within the Olympic and Paralympic Movement. The USA Water Polo MAAPP is accessible here and must be followed by all event participants: USAWP MAAPP12.14.24

COACHES: It is our intention to have a positive environment for all age group athletes. We will ask that you refrain from disparaging remarks to the officials, desk, and spectators. Referees will be instructed not to tolerate excessive behavior. Excessive behavior as deemed by a referee: First Warning: ball is pulled out of play and referee will address the coach one on one. Second Offense: Yellow card, Third Offense: Red Card.

REFEREES: We intend to make this a top quality tournament.

LOCATION: Orange County, CA

COMPETITION PARAMETERS:

1.All athletes, coaches, and Clubs must be USAWP registered for 2025.

2. Roster may exceed 15 players, however we only award 15 medals per team and for only the following Age Divisions: 10U/12U/14U.

3. The course will be 25 yards or 25M with wall or floating goals.

4. The ball size will be consistent with the USAWP Conduct of Championships.

5. Each team will be entitled to 2 x one-minute timeouts per game.

6. Point system to be used:

4 points for outright win (or forfeit win)

3 points for shootout win

2 points for shootout loss

1 point for outright loss

0 points for forfeit loss

Note: forfeit could be thru no game or played game that is forfeited due to borrowed or ineligible players

TIE-BREAKERS

In the unlikely case of teams tied in game points, teams advance according to the FINA tie breaker rules, stated in the FINA Playing Rules, Appendix BL

Two Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.1

If two (2) teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

"...The team winning the game between the two teams shall be placed higher..." (no other provisions apply)

Three Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.2

If three (3) or more teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

BL 9.6.3.2.1 : The results among the tied teams shall determine which team is placed highest.

BL 9.6.3.2.2 : If at any time during the application of the procedure set our in this BL 9.6.3.2, the number of tied teams is reduced to two (2), then BL 9.6.3.1 shall be

used to determine which of the two (2) remaining teams is placed higher.

BL 9.6.3.2.3 : "The comparison shall be made upon first, the points of the games among them, next the goal difference, and next, based upon goals scored."

REMINDERS: NO DECK CHANGING, ATHLETES MUST USE LOCKER ROOMS OR RESTROOMS FOR CHANGING, PLEASE SEE HOST INSTRUCTIONS TAB FOR SAFESPORT INFORMATION

RED CARDS: Any COACH receiving a red card shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT COACH IS COACHING ANOTHER TEAM IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

RED CARDS: Any PLAYER receiving a red card shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT PLAYER IS PLAYING IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

BRUTALITIES: Any PLAYER receiving a brutality shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT PLAYER IS PLAYING IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

7. All games will be played to a result. In the case of a tie the game will go directly to a shoot-out with 5 players selected from each team. Teams will shoot at goal to the right of the score table unless mutually agreed otherwise by the teams.

8. In case of a tie in bracket play to determine advancement, the following applies:

    a. 3 teams tied in points broken by goal differential. If for some reason there is still a tie after this method then, goals allowed will be used. After the initial tie is broken, the top team from the tie breaker will be removed and the remaining teams will be evaluated on a head to head basis.

    b. 2 teams tied in points, head to head

9. Only coaches and managers listed on your team roster will be allowed on the bench.

USA Water Polo Membership Level:  Silver for ALL levels

HOSTS, PLEASE CLICK THE HOST INSTRUCTIONS BUTTON ABOVE! Thank You!

All 2026 USA Water Polo National Junior Olympics Information can be found at the following link:

Junior Olympics - Home Page- FINAL - USA Water Polo

This Kahuna Events system will be used for Host Communications and Operations.

TOURNAMENT RULES AND REQUIREMENTS:

You really need to check this event out for yourself! It is the most enjoyable water polo event of the year!
2026 19TH ANNUAL EVENT WILL BE AUGUST 8,9 2026 @ ALAMITOS BAY! (Horney Corner Beach)

ENTER AND PAY BY AUGUST 1 AND RECEIVE 7 FREE EVENT T-SHIRTS PER TEAM ENTERED! Enter sizes during entry.

AGE GROUPS: (Note: Age Determination is age as of midnight August 10, 2026)
10U COED, 12U GIRLS, 12U BOYS, 14U GIRLS, 14U BOYS, 16U GIRLS, 16U BOYS
Note: divisions above will play 4 on 4 with a goalie
Divisions below will play 3 on 3 with goalie
19U GIRLS(HS), 19U BOYS(HS), WOMENS OPEN, MENS OPEN, MASTERS WOMEN (20+), MASTERS MEN (20+)

GAMES: BEACH WATER POLO RULES (for the most part!)
smaller courses 15M x 11M
4 field players plus 1 goalkeeper for 16U and younger, 3 field players plus goalkeeper for 19U and older, in play at any one time
games to 5 goals; best of 5 games is match between two teams
four matches (sets of games) per team guaranteed minimum (that's potentially 12 to 20 games to 5 goals each for each team!)
direct shot after foul outside 5 meters; direct shot also allowed from corner throw
exclusions touch either defensive corner and return to play immediately
games to 5 goals; team winning best of 5 games wins match between those two teams
Set time periods for each match (sets of games)
if time is up then team ahead shall win current game
if tied then 3 penalty shots to determine winner of that game
if a game is still needed then 3 (5M) penalty shots to determine winner of that game
if a team wins 3 games prior to match interval, then team will continue to play exhibition until time period is up and next match begins

ROSTERS: All rosters must be verified using the USAWP system after logging into your club account.
1) ANCHORED BOATS, Spectator or Overnight Security:
ANY VESSELS ANCHORING FOR DAY OR OVERNIGHT MUST BE REGISTERED BY US SO WE CAN NOTIFY THE MARINE SAFETY DEPARTMENT:
VESSEL REGISTRASTION LINK:
https://forms.gle/jTo3Y94Z9nsRfjsB7
Other vessels may not be allowed overnight or during the day, so please register so we can manage! This is a safety issue!
NOTE! APPROVED, REGISTERED AND CLEARED VESSELS MUST BE ANCHORED OUTSIDE SWIM LINE,
STERN TOWARDS THE BEACH AND MUST LEAVE 20 FEET BETWEEN STERN AND REFEREE DOCK/GAME COURSE!
All athletes must be registered members on USAWP, minimum Bronze level
2) ROSTER ID CHECKS:
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE REGISTERED WITH USAWP, BRONZE LEVEL MINIMUM.
Please go to the event stage prior to ALL your matches for roster ID check.
This is also how you will acquire your free event shirts (7 per registered team), additional event shirts available for purchase while supplies last
3) PARKING:
ABSOLUTELY NO PARKING ON BAYSHORE BETWEEN 54th AND OCEAN! – PLEASE SEE https://beachwaterpolocup.com/sample-page/
for PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
(NO RV PARKING except admin RV)
4) BUDDY SYSTEM:
This is a public beach! Please arrange for your athletes and spectators to use the buddy system. Pair up individuals to constantly monitor one another on the beach, in public places, AND ESPECIALLY IN THE WATER! Notify event stage and lifeguard staff immediately if anyone is missing! We are using a public VHF marine band channel for the refs to report scores and can advise the Lifeguard Staff which channel that is in order for them to monitor in case of emergency. In addition, we have a PA system for announcements and the usual Hawaiian Reggae (mostly!) music for your relaxing enjoyment that we can also use for any urgency.
5) Areas will be marked for allowed spots for canopies.
NO CANOPIES OR LARGE UMBRELLAS WILL BE ALLOWED IN FRONT OF THE STAGE LINE OF SIGHT TO THE COURSES.
Again, this will be clearly marked.
7) Flotation devices are okay, just not on the side on the courses between the beach and the courses, line of sight so spectators and event management can see the courses, THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR COOPERATION!
8) Don’t forget to use sunscreen (and re-apply!) and STAY HYDRATED!
We sincerely hope that this is your most enjoyable and relaxing event of the year!

Culminating Super Finals event with teams seeded from league play, with entries only from those teams that participated in the league.

Contact dustin.litvak@gmail.com

Dustin Litvak, League Commissioner

There are four (4) different schedule options, 3 at the Quick Links section and 1 at the Matches tab above, in case you wish to search for a teams completed or upcoming game in that format.

FOR ANY SCORE INACCURACY OR ADVANCEMENT QUESTION please call (949) 689-0500 (Nick) for assistance.

URGENT!!! CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY POOL WENT DOWN LATE SATURDAY NIGHT! EXTREME FLOODING ORIGINATING IN PUMP ROOM.

16U BOYS 5th through 12th place teams see schedule changes for Sunday. First 4 games at Ocean View HS, same times as before.

5th and 7th place games at Westminster HS same times as before.

9th and 11th place games at Marina HS, slightly later. Please check in after your first games.

San Clemente High School is under major construction. Pool access is only through the back gate. Parking on Avenida Pico is open but may require walking through construction areas. To avoid delays, enter from Avenida Presidio, park on the east side, and walk directly to the pool.

Golden West College PARKING!

Friday-MUST Purchase Parking Permit (Passport App) on site-$5 daily parking. Park in WHITE marked stalls only.

Saturday and Sunday-No Parking Permit Required. Highly recommended to park off Gothard St for the weekend. Swap meet is on campus, plenty of parking off Gothard Street.

Gothard Parking: 15645 Gothard St, HB 92647

PARKING AT CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY

FREE BUT MUST RESISTER!
Parking Lot:

Anderson Parking Structure (300 E Walnut Ave, Orange, CA 92866)

Barrera Parking Structure (345 N Lemon St, Orange, CA 92866)

Google Maps Link:

Anderson Parking Structure

Barrera Parking Structure

Parking Permit Link:  https://vpermit.com/chapman/ClaimableEvents/Claim?code=IYWP2026

Important Parking Rules:

• A valid permit is required to park in all University parking lots and structures. Parking in reserved spaces is not allowed.
• Street parking is restricted to the campus side only—a city permit is required for opposite-side street parking.
• The university is not responsible for parking tickets issued to guests.
• There are no EV chargers available on campus for visitor use.

RULES

18u, 16u and 14u games consist of seven-minute quarters.

12u games consist of six-minute quarters.

Two minutes break between quarters and three-minute break at half.

First team listed wears white caps and will have their bench to the left side of the scorer’s table.

Each team gets two one-minute timeouts per game to be used at any time.

All games must have a result. Ties go directly to shootout.

We are using 2026 USAWP JO rules unless otherwise noted on this page.

https://usawaterpolo.org/documents/2026/1/5/LevonUSAWPRulesEdit2026.pdf

Bracket points are awarded as follows:

4 points for a regulation win

3 points for a shootout win

2 points for a shootout loss

1 point for a regulation loss

0 points for a forfeit

There is no roster limit.

USAWP Tie Breaker Rules will apply for all bracket ties

TIE-BREAKERS

In the unlikely case of teams tied in game points, teams advance according to the WA tie breaker rules, stated in the WA Playing Rules, Appendix BL

Two Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.1

If two (2) teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

"...The team winning the game between the two teams shall be placed higher..." (no other provisions apply)

Three Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.2

If three (3) or more teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

BL 9.6.3.2.1 : The results among the tied teams shall determine which team is placed highest.

BL 9.6.3.2.2 : If at any time during the application of the procedure set our in this BL 9.6.3.2, the number of tied teams is reduced to two (2), then BL 9.6.3.1 shall be used to determine which of the two (2) remaining teams is placed higher.

BL 9.6.3.2.3 : "The comparison shall be made upon first, the points of the games among them, next the goal difference, and next, based upon goals scored."

BRUTALITIES

The call will result in a penalty throw and a 4-minute exclusion. Further, if a player is called for a brutality, she will be out for the remainder of that game and the rest of the tournament.

However, either team can appeal the call with video evidence. Video can be submitted to the FWPL committee. The committee can determine if the act of brutality was not called correctly by the official and the punishment can be removed or lessened.

PROTESTS

Notification of intent to protest must be done at the time of the error, or the next appropriate stoppage of play, so that the protest may be addressed at that time. Note that judgement of the referee is not protestable, only misapplication of the rules.

If you are protesting an adverse course condition, this must be protested prior to the start of the game.

The tournament committee is - Dustin Litvak, Paden Mitchell, Matt Flesher, Guy Baker, Jon Barnea, Trent Calder, Levon Dermendjian, and the head referee in that age group and/or the tournament.

If the protest involves a club that someone on the tournament committee is affiliated with then that person will recuse themself.

 Athlete Safety Information:

Please see the information below related to Athlete Safety Matters related to the event.

In accordance with USA Water Polo and U.S. Center for SafeSport policies, all participants are expected to uphold a safe and abuse-free sport environment. To report suspected sexual misconduct, physical misconduct, emotional misconduct, or violations of the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP), please contact the U.S. Center for SafeSport by submitting a report at: SafeSport Report A Concern

The MAAPP are mandatory safeguards designed to prevent abuse by regulating one-on-one interactions, communications, and settings involving minor athletes within the Olympic and Paralympic Movement. The USA Water Polo MAAPP is accessible here and must be followed by all event participants: USAWP MAAPP12.14.24

Culminating Super Finals event with teams seeded from league play, with entries only from those teams that participated in the league.

Contact dustin.litvak@gmail.com

Dustin Litvak, League Commissioner

There are four (4) different schedule options, 3 at the Quick Links section and 1 at the Matches tab above, in case you wish to search for a teams completed or upcoming game in that format.

FOR ANY SCORE INACCURACY OR ADVANCEMENT QUESTION please call (949) 689-0500 (Nick) for assistance.

---> San Clemente High School is under major construction. Pool access is only through the back gate. Parking on Avenida Pico is open but may require walking through construction areas. To avoid delays, enter from Avenida Presidio, park on the east side, and walk directly to the pool.

PARKING AT CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY

FREE BUT MUST RESISTER!
Parking Lot:

Anderson Parking Structure (300 E Walnut Ave, Orange, CA 92866)

Barrera Parking Structure (345 N Lemon St, Orange, CA 92866)

Google Maps Link:

Anderson Parking Structure

Barrera Parking Structure

Parking Permit Link:  https://vpermit.com/chapman/ClaimableEvents/Claim?code=IYWP2026

Important Parking Rules:

• A valid permit is required to park in all University parking lots and structures. Parking in reserved spaces is not allowed.
• Street parking is restricted to the campus side only—a city permit is required for opposite-side street parking.
• The university is not responsible for parking tickets issued to guests.
• There are no EV chargers available on campus for visitor use.

RULES

18u, 16u and 14u games consist of seven-minute quarters.

12u games consist of six-minute quarters.

Two minutes break between quarters and three-minute break at half.

First team listed wears white caps and will have their bench to the left side of the scorer’s table.

Each team gets two one-minute timeouts per game to be used at any time.

All games must have a result. Ties go directly to shootout.

We are using 2026 USAWP JO rules unless otherwise noted on this page.

https://usawaterpolo.org/documents/2026/1/5/LevonUSAWPRulesEdit2026.pdf

Bracket points are awarded as follows:

4 points for a regulation win

3 points for a shootout win

2 points for a shootout loss

1 point for a regulation loss

0 points for a forfeit

There is no roster limit.

USAWP Tie Breaker Rules will apply for all bracket ties

TIE-BREAKERS

In the unlikely case of teams tied in game points, teams advance according to the WA tie breaker rules, stated in the WA Playing Rules, Appendix BL

Two Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.1

If two (2) teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

"...The team winning the game between the two teams shall be placed higher..." (no other provisions apply)

Three Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.2

If three (3) or more teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

BL 9.6.3.2.1 : The results among the tied teams shall determine which team is placed highest.

BL 9.6.3.2.2 : If at any time during the application of the procedure set our in this BL 9.6.3.2, the number of tied teams is reduced to two (2), then BL 9.6.3.1 shall be used to determine which of the two (2) remaining teams is placed higher.

BL 9.6.3.2.3 : "The comparison shall be made upon first, the points of the games among them, next the goal difference, and next, based upon goals scored."

BRUTALITIES

The call will result in a penalty throw and a 4-minute exclusion. Further, if a player is called for a brutality, she will be out for the remainder of that game and the rest of the tournament.

However, either team can appeal the call with video evidence. Video can be submitted to the FWPL committee. The committee can determine if the act of brutality was not called correctly by the official and the punishment can be removed or lessened.

PROTESTS

Notification of intent to protest must be done at the time of the error, or the next appropriate stoppage of play, so that the protest may be addressed at that time. Note that judgement of the referee is not protestable, only misapplication of the rules.

If you are protesting an adverse course condition, this must be protested prior to the start of the game.

The tournament committee is - Dustin Litvak, James Lathrop, Guy Baker, Jon Barnea, Trent Calder, Levon Dermendjian, and the head referee in that age group and/or the tournament.

If the protest involves a club that someone on the tournament committee is affiliated with then that person will recuse themself.

 Athlete Safety Information:

Please see the information below related to Athlete Safety Matters related to the event.

In accordance with USA Water Polo and U.S. Center for SafeSport policies, all participants are expected to uphold a safe and abuse-free sport environment. To report suspected sexual misconduct, physical misconduct, emotional misconduct, or violations of the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP), please contact the U.S. Center for SafeSport by submitting a report at: SafeSport Report A Concern

The MAAPP are mandatory safeguards designed to prevent abuse by regulating one-on-one interactions, communications, and settings involving minor athletes within the Olympic and Paralympic Movement. The USA Water Polo MAAPP is accessible here and must be followed by all event participants: USAWP MAAPP12.14.24

2026 SOUTHERN PACIFIC ZONE National Junior Olympics Older Qualification Tournament

TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE: Jenn, McCall, Ray Bueche, Paden Mitchell, Jon Barnea, Haz Ortega, Bradley Schumacher. Nick Baba will be non-voting facilitator as the host. Minimum of three non-conflicted required to rule on an issue.

ONEDRIVE SCHEDULES---> https://1drv.ms/x/c/6f253ef3afcfe1c8/IQAXcsMXPpMNTJE_W79BKa8gAZoI2XBNfiITxzogGi68jPo?e=PO9I9G

GOOGLE SCHEDULES---> https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YGtZ76GHQbl3Q1ZlH-QRm1b6jYzBSmDznIoCypKfP-w/edit?usp=sharing

HOT! Results CLICK HERE!

REGISTER TO RECEIVE TEAM UPDATES ---> Click here to register to receive team and schedule change updates.

June 12, 13, 14, 2026 16U GIRLS, 16U BOYS, 18U GIRLS, 18U BOYS

ALL RULES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE USA WATER POLO CONDUCT OF CHAMPIONSHIPS

Please use your existing account if you have registered with previous tournaments.

If you need to need to create an account, please ensure that you:

Check the boxes for SMS + email updates

Reply YES to the SMS confirmation message

Verify your email by clicking on the Verify Email button that lands in your inbox from alerts@kahunaevents.com

REPORT AN ISSUE (INCORRECT SCORE, REQUST SCHEDULE CHANGE, ADVANCEMENT, etc.) to RESULTS@KAHUNAEVENTS.COM or call 949-689-0500

TOURNAMENT RULES AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. All athletes must be registered with USAWP.

2. Each coach is responsible to submit a verified roster to the score table before each game. Please have additional verified rosters on you at all times.

3.All teams must provide their own warm-up balls and game caps.

4. All players must wear the same cap number throughout the tournament. First team listed will wear the white caps.

5. RAIN or SHINE. We suggest that your team bring canopies for shelter from the elements.

6. Any forfeits result in a $250 fine per game to the offending team, used to help compensate the offended team. It is the responsibility of the coach or team manager to follow the tournament schedule.

7. Athlete Safety Information:

Please see the information below related to Athlete Safety Matters related to the event.

In accordance with USA Water Polo and U.S. Center for SafeSport policies, all participants are expected to uphold a safe and abuse-free sport environment. To report suspected sexual misconduct, physical misconduct, emotional misconduct, or violations of the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP), please contact the U.S. Center for SafeSport by submitting a report at: SafeSport Report A Concern

The MAAPP are mandatory safeguards designed to prevent abuse by regulating one-on-one interactions, communications, and settings involving minor athletes within the Olympic and Paralympic Movement. The USA Water Polo MAAPP is accessible here and must be followed by all event participants: USAWP MAAPP12.14.24

COACHES: It is our intention to have a positive environment for all age group athletes. We will ask that you refrain from disparaging remarks to the officials, desk, and spectators. Referees will be instructed not to tolerate excessive behavior. Excessive behavior as deemed by a referee: First Warning: ball is pulled out of play and referee will address the coach one on one. Second Offense: Yellow card, Third Offense: Red Card.

REFEREES: We intend to make this a top quality tournament.

LOCATION: Orange County, CA

COMPETITION PARAMETERS:

1.All athletes, coaches, and Clubs must be USAWP registered for 2025.

2. Roster may exceed 15 players, however we only award 15 medals per team and for only the following Age Divisions: 10U/12U/14U.

3. The course will be 25 yards or 25M with wall or floating goals.

4. The ball size will be consistent with the USAWP Conduct of Championships.

5. Each team will be entitled to 2 x one-minute timeouts per game.

6. Point system to be used:

4 points for outright win (or forfeit win)

3 points for shootout win

2 points for shootout loss

1 point for outright loss

0 points for forfeit loss

Note: forfeit could be thru no game or played game that is forfeited due to borrowed or ineligible players

TIE-BREAKERS

In the unlikely case of teams tied in game points, teams advance according to the FINA tie breaker rules, stated in the FINA Playing Rules, Appendix BL

Two Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.1

If two (2) teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

"...The team winning the game between the two teams shall be placed higher..." (no other provisions apply)

Three Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.2

If three (3) or more teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

BL 9.6.3.2.1 : The results among the tied teams shall determine which team is placed highest.

BL 9.6.3.2.2 : If at any time during the application of the procedure set our in this BL 9.6.3.2, the number of tied teams is reduced to two (2), then BL 9.6.3.1 shall be

used to determine which of the two (2) remaining teams is placed higher.

BL 9.6.3.2.3 : "The comparison shall be made upon first, the points of the games among them, next the goal difference, and next, based upon goals scored."

REMINDERS: NO DECK CHANGING, ATHLETES MUST USE LOCKER ROOMS OR RESTROOMS FOR CHANGING, PLEASE SEE HOST INSTRUCTIONS TAB FOR SAFESPORT INFORMATION

RED CARDS: Any COACH receiving a red card shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT COACH IS COACHING ANOTHER TEAM IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

RED CARDS: Any PLAYER receiving a red card shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT PLAYER IS PLAYING IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

BRUTALITIES: Any PLAYER receiving a brutality shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT PLAYER IS PLAYING IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

7. All games will be played to a result. In the case of a tie the game will go directly to a shoot-out with 5 players selected from each team. Teams will shoot at goal to the right of the score table unless mutually agreed otherwise by the teams.

8. In case of a tie in bracket play to determine advancement, the following applies:

    a. 3 teams tied in points broken by goal differential. If for some reason there is still a tie after this method then, goals allowed will be used. After the initial tie is broken, the top team from the tie breaker will be removed and the remaining teams will be evaluated on a head to head basis.

    b. 2 teams tied in points, head to head

9. Only coaches and managers listed on your team roster will be allowed on the bench.

USA Water Polo Membership Level:  GOLD for ALL levels

HOST: NEWPORT BEACH WATER POLO
DIVISIONS: 10U B/G/Coed, 12boys, 12girls, 14coed, 14boys, 14girls
AGE DETERMINATION: Age as of August 1, 2026

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR: Ross Sinclair rsinclair4@gmail.com
Event Admin: Shelly Rankin michelemarierankin@gmail.com

QUARTERS DURATION: 10U: 5 Min | 12U/14U:6 Min
COURSE LENGTH: 14U 25 M or TD, 12U-25 yards, 10U 5's 15/yds/meters,  Inflatable Goals.

---> ONEDRIVE TEAM LISTING, BRACKETS, AND SCHEDULES! PLEASE REVIEW CAREFULLY!

NEW! ---> GOOGLS SHEETS VERSION OF ONEDRIVE FILE

---> HOT! RESULTS: CLICK HERE

REGISTER TO RECEIVE TEAM UPDATES ---> Click here to register to receive schedule change updates.

Please use your existing account if you have registered with previous tournaments.

If you need to need to create an account, please ensure that you:

Check the boxes for SMS + email updates

Reply YES to the SMS confirmation message

Verify your email by clicking on the Verify Email button that lands in your inbox from alerts@kahunaevents.com

REPORT AN ISSUE (INCORRECT SCORE, REQUST SCHEDULE CHANGE, ADVANCEMENT, etc.)

TOURNAMENT RULES AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. All athletes must be registered with USAWP.

2. Each coach is responsible to submit a verified roster to the score table before each game. Please have additional verified rosters on you at all times.

3.All teams must provide their own warm-up balls and game caps.

4. All players must wear the same cap number throughout the tournament. First team listed will wear the white caps.

5. RAIN or SHINE. We suggest that your team bring canopies for shelter from the elements.

6. Any forfeits result in a $250 fine per game to the offending team, used to help compensate the offended team. It is the responsibility of the coach or team manager to follow the tournament schedule.

7. Athlete Safety Information:

Please see the information below related to Athlete Safety Matters related to the event.

In accordance with USA Water Polo and U.S. Center for SafeSport policies, all participants are expected to uphold a safe and abuse-free sport environment. To report suspected sexual misconduct, physical misconduct, emotional misconduct, or violations of the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP), please contact the U.S. Center for SafeSport by submitting a report at: SafeSport Report A Concern

The MAAPP are mandatory safeguards designed to prevent abuse by regulating one-on-one interactions, communications, and settings involving minor athletes within the Olympic and Paralympic Movement. The USA Water Polo MAAPP is accessible here and must be followed by all event participants: USAWP MAAPP12.14.24

COACHES: It is our intention to have a positive environment for all age group athletes. We will ask that you refrain from disparaging remarks to the officials, desk, and spectators. Referees will be instructed not to tolerate excessive behavior. Excessive behavior as deemed by a referee: First Warning: ball is pulled out of play and referee will address the coach one on one. Second Offense: Yellow card, Third Offense: Red Card.

REFEREES: We intend to make this a top quality tournament.

LOCATION: Orange County, CA

COMPETITION PARAMETERS:

1.All athletes, coaches, and Clubs must be USAWP registered for 2025.

2. Roster may exceed 15 players, however we only award 15 medals per team and for only the following Age Divisions: 10U/12U/14U.

3. The course will be 25 yards or 25M with wall or floating goals.

4. The ball size will be consistent with the USAWP Conduct of Championships.

5. Each team will be entitled to 2 x one-minute timeouts per game.

6. Point system to be used:

4 points for outright win (or forfeit win)

3 points for shootout win

2 points for shootout loss

1 point for outright loss

0 points for forfeit loss

Note: forfeit could be thru no game or played game that is forfeited due to borrowed or ineligible players

TIE-BREAKERS

In the unlikely case of teams tied in game points, teams advance according to the FINA tie breaker rules, stated in the FINA Playing Rules, Appendix BL

Two Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.1

If two (2) teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

"...The team winning the game between the two teams shall be placed higher..." (no other provisions apply)

Three Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.2

If three (3) or more teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

BL 9.6.3.2.1 : The results among the tied teams shall determine which team is placed highest.

BL 9.6.3.2.2 : If at any time during the application of the procedure set our in this BL 9.6.3.2, the number of tied teams is reduced to two (2), then BL 9.6.3.1 shall be

used to determine which of the two (2) remaining teams is placed higher.

BL 9.6.3.2.3 : "The comparison shall be made upon first, the points of the games among them, next the goal difference, and next, based upon goals scored."

REMINDERS: NO DECK CHANGING, ATHLETES MUST USE LOCKER ROOMS OR RESTROOMS FOR CHANGING, PLEASE SEE HOST INSTRUCTIONS TAB FOR SAFESPORT INFORMATION

RED CARDS: Any COACH receiving a red card shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT COACH IS COACHING ANOTHER TEAM IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

RED CARDS: Any PLAYER receiving a red card shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT PLAYER IS PLAYING IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

BRUTALITIES: Any PLAYER receiving a brutality shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT PLAYER IS PLAYING IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

7. All games will be played to a result. In the case of a tie the game will go directly to a shoot-out with 5 players selected from each team. Teams will shoot at goal to the right of the score table unless mutually agreed otherwise by the teams.

8. In case of a tie in bracket play to determine advancement, the following applies:

    a. 3 teams tied in points broken by goal differential. If for some reason there is still a tie after this method then, goals allowed will be used. After the initial tie is broken, the top team from the tie breaker will be removed and the remaining teams will be evaluated on a head to head basis.

    b. 2 teams tied in points, head to head

9. Only coaches and managers listed on your team roster will be allowed on the bench.

USA Water Polo Membership Level:  Silver for ALL levels

HOST: Irvine Youth WPC and SET
DIVISIONS: 10U B/G/Coed 12coed, 12boys, 12girls, 14coed, 14boys, 14girls, 16boys, 16girls, 19boys, 19girls
AGE DETERMINATION: Age as of August 1, 2026

QUARTERS DURATION: 10U: 5 Min | 12U/14U:6 Min | 16/18U: 7 Min
COURSE LENGTH: 18UPT–25 Meters, 16U/14U/12U-25 yards, 10U 5's 15/yds/meters,  Inflatable Goals.

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TOURNAMENT RULES AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. All athletes must be registered with USAWP.

2. Each coach is responsible to submit a verified roster to the score table before each game. Please have additional verified rosters on you at all times.

3.All teams must provide their own warm-up balls and game caps.

4. All players must wear the same cap number throughout the tournament. First team listed will wear the white caps.

5. RAIN or SHINE. We suggest that your team bring canopies for shelter from the elements.

6. Any forfeits result in a $250 fine per game to the offending team, used to help compensate the offended team. It is the responsibility of the coach or team manager to follow the tournament schedule.

7. Athlete Safety Information:

Please see the information below related to Athlete Safety Matters related to the event.

In accordance with USA Water Polo and U.S. Center for SafeSport policies, all participants are expected to uphold a safe and abuse-free sport environment. To report suspected sexual misconduct, physical misconduct, emotional misconduct, or violations of the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP), please contact the U.S. Center for SafeSport by submitting a report at: SafeSport Report A Concern

The MAAPP are mandatory safeguards designed to prevent abuse by regulating one-on-one interactions, communications, and settings involving minor athletes within the Olympic and Paralympic Movement. The USA Water Polo MAAPP is accessible here and must be followed by all event participants: USAWP MAAPP12.14.24

COACHES: It is our intention to have a positive environment for all age group athletes. We will ask that you refrain from disparaging remarks to the officials, desk, and spectators. Referees will be instructed not to tolerate excessive behavior. Excessive behavior as deemed by a referee: First Warning: ball is pulled out of play and referee will address the coach one on one. Second Offense: Yellow card, Third Offense: Red Card.

REFEREES: We intend to make this a top quality tournament.

LOCATION: Orange County, CA

COMPETITION PARAMETERS:

1.All athletes, coaches, and Clubs must be USAWP registered for 2025.

2. Roster may exceed 15 players, however we only award 15 medals per team and for only the following Age Divisions: 10U/12U/14U.

3. The course will be 25 yards or 25M with wall or floating goals.

4. The ball size will be consistent with the USAWP Conduct of Championships.

5. Each team will be entitled to 2 x one-minute timeouts per game.

6. Point system to be used:

4 points for outright win (or forfeit win)

3 points for shootout win

2 points for shootout loss

1 point for outright loss

0 points for forfeit loss

Note: forfeit could be thru no game or played game that is forfeited due to borrowed or ineligible players

TIE-BREAKERS

In the unlikely case of teams tied in game points, teams advance according to the FINA tie breaker rules, stated in the FINA Playing Rules, Appendix BL

Two Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.1

If two (2) teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

"...The team winning the game between the two teams shall be placed higher..." (no other provisions apply)

Three Way Ties - BL 9.6.3.2

If three (3) or more teams shall have equal points, further classification shall be established as follows:

BL 9.6.3.2.1 : The results among the tied teams shall determine which team is placed highest.

BL 9.6.3.2.2 : If at any time during the application of the procedure set our in this BL 9.6.3.2, the number of tied teams is reduced to two (2), then BL 9.6.3.1 shall be

used to determine which of the two (2) remaining teams is placed higher.

BL 9.6.3.2.3 : "The comparison shall be made upon first, the points of the games among them, next the goal difference, and next, based upon goals scored."

REMINDERS: NO DECK CHANGING, ATHLETES MUST USE LOCKER ROOMS OR RESTROOMS FOR CHANGING, PLEASE SEE HOST INSTRUCTIONS TAB FOR SAFESPORT INFORMATION

RED CARDS: Any COACH receiving a red card shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT COACH IS COACHING ANOTHER TEAM IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

RED CARDS: Any PLAYER receiving a red card shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT PLAYER IS PLAYING IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

BRUTALITIES: Any PLAYER receiving a brutality shall be required to sit out the next game for that team in that division, AND ALL GAMES IN BETWEEN IN THE EVENT THAT PLAYER IS PLAYING IN ANOTHER DIVISION.

7. All games will be played to a result. In the case of a tie the game will go directly to a shoot-out with 5 players selected from each team. Teams will shoot at goal to the right of the score table unless mutually agreed otherwise by the teams.

8. In case of a tie in bracket play to determine advancement, the following applies:

    a. 3 teams tied in points broken by goal differential. If for some reason there is still a tie after this method then, goals allowed will be used. After the initial tie is broken, the top team from the tie breaker will be removed and the remaining teams will be evaluated on a head to head basis.

    b. 2 teams tied in points, head to head

9. Only coaches and managers listed on your team roster will be allowed on the bench.

ENTRY FEE: $1195 per team, 10U: $995
LOCATION:  Orange County
AWARDS: Medals for Top Three Teams in each flight

USA Water Polo Membership Level:  Silver for ALL levels

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR: Bradley Schumacher, brad@kap7inc.com
COMPETITION DIRECTOR: Nick Baba nick@irvinewaterpolo.org

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HOST:  Irvine Youth WPC
DIVISIONS: 10U B/G/Coed, 12coed, 12boys, 12girls, 14coed, 14boys, 14girls, 16boys, 16girls, 19boys, 19girls, MASTERS
AGE DETERMINATION: Age as of August 1, 2026
QUARTERS DURATION: 10U 5v5: 5 Min | 12U/14U:6 Min | 16/18U: 7 Min
COURSE LENGTH: 18UPT–25 Meters, 16U/14U/12U-25 yards, 10U 5's 15/yds/meters,  Inflatable Goals.
ENTRY FEE: $1195 per team, 10U: $995
LOCATION:  Orange County
AWARDS: Medals for Top Three Teams in each flight

ENTRY DEADLINE, WEDNESDAY MARCH 11, 2026!

USA Water Polo Membership Level:  BRONZE FOR ALL LEVELS

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THIS EVENT!

HINMAN was loved by many and will be dearly missed by all friends and family, as well as the water polo and swimming disciplines. He has had an impact on so many lives throughout his lifetime, both in an out of the water, across multiple generations.
A great storyteller, gentleman, scholar, coach and educator, his sometimes humorous and satirical nature further enhanced his ability to reach so many diverse individuals throughout the years.
Once when asked, "Why do people call you "HINMAN", (including his wife and family!) isn't that confusing?, he would answer. "No confusion; they call Superman, just Superman, right?"!
I guess when you are truly one of a kind, one only needs a single name! He will truly be missed. NJB
This annual event will be held in his honor with net proceeds to go towards projects in accordance with aquatics programs at Irvine HS including water polo infrastructure.

Added in 2023, this event will also benefit the family of Francisco "Paco" Gonzalez, who passed away January 2, 2023. Paco attended Saddleback High School, played four years of varsity water polo, and swam. During his high school career, Paco scored 300+ goals. His water polo experience started at Irvine Kahuna Water Polo Club 14u, 16u, 18u through masters. After high school, Paco attended Goldenwest College and won a state championship with an undefeated season. Following Goldenwest, Paco played a year at La Verne University where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Educational Studies. Paco had been coaching since 2010 starting with 10/12u at Kahuna while playing on Kahuna’s 18u team. During early years of Goldenwest College attendance, Paco coached at SOCAL WPC and HB WPC. In 2017 Paco returned home to Kahuna and resumed coaching. He was very familiar with the Kahuna skillset training regimen and system of play. Paco has also provided private training from intro to advance level skills and continued through Covid with remote training. After Covid, Irvine Kahuna and Northwood club training combined to be North Irvine. Paco’s coaching philosophy was to develop his young athletes not only in the water, but also as young individuals. He was a strong believer in “student athletes” putting academics first. They must excel in the classroom before doing so in the water. Every day was a fresh day and the players continued to develop and improve as they commit to their training. Paco’s primary goal for each player was that they attain their goals whether it’s learning to egg beat or making it onto a college team. This could all be achieved with hard work and perseverance. He is truly missed by anyone who knew him.