New year begins with HaBaWaBa Spain PLUS!

The 3rd edition has started in Lloret de Mar with 21 teams from 6 countries: the little water polo players will meet Laura Ester and Felipe Perrone

New HaBaWaBa year begins in Lloret de Mar, on the Spanish Costa Brava, where the 3rd edition of HaBaWaBa Spain PLUS is starting today: the event organized by BIWPA - partner of Waterpolo Development - is reserved for waterpolo players belonging to U14 age group category. There are 350 kids from 21 teams coming from 6 different countries which are participating in the event: France, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, United States and Spain (with clubs from Catalonia, Basque Country, Ceuta and Valencian Community). In addition to the competition, which includes 72 games in 3 days, the little players will take part in various activities outside the pool and will have the opportunity to meet two stars of international waterpolo such as Laura Ester, Olympic champion with Spain in Paris 2024, and Felipe Perrone, ace of the Spanish national team and Barceloneta. Follow HaBaWaBa Spain PLUS on the official social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram. HaBaWaBa Spain PLUS 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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