HaBaWaBa 2025: the 4 stars in Fair Play

FairPlay is the pillar of the HaBaWaBa world, the element that makes the confrontation between rival teams possible just as respect for rules makes coexistence between different people in society possible. Fair Play is the only barrier to creativity and fun in the pool, just as respect for others is (or should be) the only barrier to freedom in a free society. That is why the Fair Play Trophy is one of the most important award of HaBaWaBa. Here we celebrate the 4 teams which won this award in their own categories, showing - out of the 147 registered squads of the 2025 edition - the greatest attachment to HaBaWaBa values. Congratulations therefore to Quinto Biancorossi (U9), Rane Como Nuoto (U11), Universo Silvi (U13 female) and Pescara Nuoto E Pallanuoto (U13 mixed teams), the Fair Play champions of 2025.

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Common questions

What is the HaBaWaBa International Festival?

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.

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