Saints Water Polo Invitational

SUPERSPORT SCHOOLS PLUS CAPTURING THE HIGHLIGHTS FROM SAINTS WATER POLO INVITATIONAL 2025 – DAY 4 (BOYS ’ SECTION)

A big shout-out to the SuperSport Schools Plus team for their outstanding coverage of the final day of the Boys’ Section at the Saints Water Polo Invitational 2025.

Your professionalism and passion brought the action to life and helped us share these unforgettable moments with the wider community.

We are grateful to have had you with us as we closed out the tournament.
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SuperSport Schools Plus | Bishops goes one step further to lift Saints Invitational Water Polo title When Bishops Diocesan College fell short in last year's final of the St Stithians College Water Polo Invitational Tournament in Johannesburg, head coach Jabulani Sibiya vowed they would return stronger. In that clash, the Cape Town side lost 14-17 to Kearsney College after leading up until the th

SUPERSPORT SCHOOLS PLUS CAPTURING THE HIGHLIGHTS FROM SAINTS WATER POLO INVITATIONAL 2025 – DAY 4 (GIRLS ’ SECTION)

A big shout-out to the SuperSport Schools Plus team for their outstanding coverage of the final day of the Girls’ Section at the Saints Water Polo Invitational 2025.

Your professionalism and passion brought the action to life and helped us share these unforgettable moments with the wider community.

We are grateful to have had you with us as we closed out the tournament.
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SuperSport Schools Plus | St Stithians crowned champions after thrilling final against St Anne's The St Stithians Girls' Water Polo Invitational concluded in dramatic fashion, with the hosts, St Stithians College, edging out St Anne's Diocesan College 9–8 in a nail-biting final. The title game carried an emotional edge, as Saints' coach Megan Sileno, who was in charge at St Anne's until the

SAINTS WATER POLO INVITATIONAL - FINAL DAY PHOTO HIGHLIGHTS

What a way to wrap up an unforgettable weekend of world-class water polo. The final day delivered everything from fierce competition and outstanding teamwork to moments that had everyone on the edge of their seats.

A reminder to Head to the Saints Water Polo Invitational App and tap “Official Photographs” to relive the excitement through Debbi’s stunning shots.

OFFICIAL PRIZE-GIVING PHOTOGRAPHS

A huge thank you to Adcock Photography for capturing the Saints Water Polo Invitational 2025 prize-giving and action photographs.

Head to the Saints Water Polo Invitational App and tap “Official Photography” to view all the photographs from the weekend.

Thank you once again, Debbi, for your incredible work behind the lens and for helping us preserve the memories of an amazing event.

A heartfelt thank you to all the teams, players, coaches, parents, and supporters for your energy, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm throughout the tournament. Congratulations to every participating team on an incredible weekend of water polo!

PRIZE-GIVING – SAINTS WATER POLO SENIOR INVITATIONAL 2025

Our Saints Water Polo Invitational Senior event has come to an end. It was an awesome celebration of water polo action. There were many tightly contested games, resulting in an inspiring spectacle. We congratulate who participated. Special congratulations to Bishops Diocesan College team for winning the boys’ section and St Stithians Girls' College And Prep for winning gold in the girls’ section.

Here are some pics of the final day's prize-giving ceremony, officiated by Dr Sally James (Head of the Girls' College) and David du Toit (Head of the Boys' College). Thank you to our sponsors for their massive contributions, special mention to CIB for their headline sponsorship, EasyEquities for the medals and trophies and MG Bryanston and Blistex for their valued contribution.

Well done to all the players – all 40 participating teams gave their all. We take pleasure in sharing our top three placings:

2025 Boys’ Senior Saints Invitational Final Top 3 Placings:
1. Bishops Diocesan College
2. SACS
3. St Stithians Boys' College

2025 Girls’ Senior Saints Invitational Final Top 3 Placings:
1. St Stithians Girls’ College
2. St Anne's Diocesan College
3. Herschel Girls School (official school page)

We thank everyone who came along to enjoy the Invitational matches, which included participating teams drawn from schools in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape.

Our Saints Water Polo Invitational 2025 lived up to its promise of being one of the best yet, celebrating water polo excellence across both weekends.

For those who joined us, thank you for being a part of this year's Saints Water Polo Invitational. We look forward to welcoming you back next year!

For full details on the Boys’ and Girls’ results with all final placings, please click the links below.

Senior Boys’ Section:
https://www.stithian.com/uploads/files/Events/2025-Saints-Invitational-Water-Polo-Tournament_RESULTS-AWARDS-FINAL-PLACINGS_BOYS-SENIOR-SECTION_updated-19-October-2025.pdf

Senior Girls’ Section:
https://www.stithian.com/uploads/files/Events/2025-Saints-Invitational-Water-Polo-Tournament_RESULTS-AWARDS-FINAL-PLACINGS_GIRLS-SENIOR-SECTION_updated-19-October-2025.pdf

SAINTS WATER POLO INVITATIONAL – A TRIBUTE TO OUR ORGANISING COMMITTEE & STAFF

As the excitement of the Saints Water Polo Invitational settles, we take a moment to honour the incredible people behind the scenes – the Organising Committee and our dedicated Saints staff – whose commitment and teamwork made this event an unforgettable success.

A heartfelt thank you to our Co-Chairs, Sue-Anne Stander and Jason Sileno, and our Co-Tournament Directors, Bruno Fernandes and Megan Sileno, whose leadership, vision, and tireless effort have been the driving force behind this event. Your guidance and passion have brought the Invitational to life in the most remarkable way.

A special shoutout to Gavin Jelley and Megan Betchoo for their tireless work at the tech table and behind the scenes in the Command Centre – managing score sheets, running the programme, keeping the vibe upbeat, and ensuring everything flowed smoothly. Your energy and efficiency helped set the tone for a successful, professional, and fun tournament experience.

To our amazing staff members across all departments – academic, admin, sport, boarding, operations, and support – your contributions, whether big or small, were vital to the smooth running and spirit of the tournament. From logistics and communication to hospitality and facilities, your work made a lasting impact and showcased what it truly means to be part of the Saints Family.

Together, you created an environment where athletes could thrive, memories were made, and our community came together in celebration.

To each and every one of you – thank you for embodying the heart of . Your dedication has built a legacy of joy, excellence, and connection that will be remembered for years to come.

COMMENTATORS, COACHES & MANAGERS – MAKING IT HAPPEN!

This weekend wouldn’t have been the same without all the incredible commentators, coaches and managers. Thank you for your energy, commitment, and passion – from guiding your teams in the pool to supporting every detail behind the scenes, you are the heartbeat of the Saints Water Polo Invitational 2025.

We loved reconnecting with familiar faces and getting to know the new ones who travelled from near and far to be part of this amazing event.

A huge thank-you goes to Wings Travel Management for sponsoring the Coaches & Managers Function and City Lodge for generously sponsoring the Coaches & Managers Area. Your support makes it possible for our coaches and managers to be here and fully enjoy the Invitational experience.

To all teams heading home today – safe travels, and we can’t wait to see you back next year for another incredible Invitational!

SECURITY & EYETHU – THANK YOU FOR KEEPING US SAFE

A heartfelt thank you to our exceptional security team for their vital role in ensuring the safety and smooth running of the Saints Water Polo Invitational.

We are deeply grateful to Eyethu Events for your professionalism and for ensuring that all event requirements were expertly managed and fulfilled.

To Doctor Vilakazi, and the incredible team from Fidelity ADT – thank you for your round-the-clock commitment and for keeping safe throughout the event. Your presence has brought peace of mind to players, staff, and guests alike – we truly appreciate every one of you.

A special word of thanks to our Head of Operations, Thando Bili, for his continued oversight and support. Your leadership and attention to detail across all operational elements make a lasting impact, and it is always a pleasure to have you on site.

Thank you to everyone working tirelessly behind the scenes – your efforts do not go unnoticed.

BEHIND THE WHISTLE: CELEBRATING OUR OFFICIALS

The excitement in the pool is just one part of the Saints Water Polo Invitational. Equally important are the people keeping the games fair and flowing - our dedicated referees.

A big thank you to our poolside referees, including the experienced Old Stithians whose knowledge keeps the games on track. We are also pleased to acknowledge our 11 neutral referees, traveling from the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and locally in Gauteng, who step in to support matches beyond their own teams.

Our sincere gratitude to Lift Airlines for the discounted flights for our travelling referees.

And a special mention to CIB for keeping our officials sun-safe and looking sharp with their referee shirts - small details that make a big difference on the pool deck.

SAINTS MEDICS APPRECIATION

As the final whistle blows on an incredible weekend of water polo action, it's time to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing medics who've been our guardian angels throughout the tournament.

Sister Phumzile and the dedicated team from Mpilo Family Clinic, your unwavering support and commitment have kept our participants and visitors safe and sound. Your presence has been our peace of mind, and we can't thank you enough for your vital role in ensuring everyone's well-being.

Your commitment to the health and safety of our athletes and fans is comforting and we're beyond grateful.

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GRATITUDE TO OUR OUTSTANDING TABLING CREWS

A massive shoutout to our Boys’ College Water Polo players who have been owning the tabling duties at the Saints Water Polo Senior Invitational. From tallying scores and tracking exclusions to managing red cards and running the 30-second clocks, these guys are handling it all with precision and style. Thank you, our young legends, for stepping up and making this tournament shine.

An extra special shoutout to our incredible tabling supervisors, Sam, Phineas, and Josh, for their leadership and expertise. Your dedication is the backbone of this event’s success, and we are so grateful for your commitment to creating epic memories at the SWPI.

ARENA BALLS POWERED BY PERFORMANCE BRANDS

We are thrilled to thank Performance Brands for sponsoring the Arena match balls for the Saints Water Polo Invitational!

Performance Brands is dedicated to crafting high-quality products designed for peak performance in outdoor and active markets. Their passion for building brands shines through in their innovative designs and technical expertise.

A huge shoutout to Performance Brands for their incredible support!