From 15 to 20 August, the 'city of pandas' will host the first ever HaBaWaBa stage in the People's Republic: 20 teams from 5 countries are coming
HaBaWaBa China, the first-ever stage of HaBaWaBa International Circuit in the People's Republic of China kicking off on August 15th in Chengdu, is already a resounding success. The event was presented last April, however it has gathered the participation of 20 teams coming from 5 different countries: Malaysia, Australia, Spain, Thailand and obviously China. That is an encouraging result for the project promoted by Waterpolo Development and Shine Aquatics Club of Chengdu, in collaboration with Water Polo Department of Chinese Rugby Association, the Wenjiang Sports Bureau and with the support of the local government.The Xindu Xiangcheng Sports Center Natatorium in Chengdu.
Three tournaments are planned - U10, U12 and U14 - which will be played in the magnificent facility of the Xindu Xiangcheng Sports Centre Natatorium, the pool that hosted the Universiade until yesterday. But in keeping with HaBaWaBa tradition, the young waterpolo players taking part in the event will also have unforgettable experiences outside the water. Chengdu, located in the Sichuan region, is the “town of pandas”, so a tour of the Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, also known as the “Sanctuary of Giant Pandas”, will not be missed.
Leaded by General Manager Lee Shuwei,Shine Aquatics Club is arranging the last details in these days - watch below the beautiful medals that will be awarded to the winners - for an event that will also benefit from the collaboration of old friends of the HaBaWaBa world such as Filippo Massimo Gomez: the former international referee who will be in charge of instructing and guiding the HaBaWaBa China referees team and he also will have a clinic about waterpolo topics. Member of Shine Aquatics Club technical staff Daniele Ferri - who is also the former head coach of Thailand female waterpolo team - will present a workshop for HaBaWaBa coaches in Chengdu.
The great celebration of the “game of the ball in the water” is therefore about to begin in Chengdu, confirming that HaBaWaBa is capable of creating a world without borders, based on the fun, sharing and passion that only sport can give.
The biggest youth water polo event in the world: for U9, U11 and U13, held every year in Lignano Sabbiadoro (UD) and drawing teams from five continents.
When is the next Festival?
From 13 to 20 June the week for U9 and U11, from 20 to 27 June the week for U13.
Do boys and girls play together?
U9 and U11 tournaments include girls’, boys’ and mixed teams. The U13 event is split into a girls-only tournament and one for boys-only or mixed teams.
How do you enter the Festival?
Open the page of the event for your team (U9-U11 or U13) and follow the Registration Guide: it contains the information, duties, costs and deadlines. A club can enter more than one team in a single tournament.
Where do teams stay during the Festival?
Teams, made up of players, coaches and officials, all stay inside Bella Italia & EFA Village. Parents, family and supporters travelling with the team can enter the village by paying admission.
What is the Champion’s Passport?
It is a code of ethics: the values of sport to respect in order to be part of the HaBaWaBa community.
What is the aim of the HaBaWaBa project?
To spread the values of sport among children and create a deep bond with water polo through an unforgettable experience.
