What are the basic rules of canoe polo?
In general play, only those players in possession of the ball, or competing for it, may be tackled, but once in the jostling area, players may be jostled when not competing for the ball. The goalkeeper must not be tackled or jostled, and must not be prevented from taking up a position under the goal. The referees do not swim with the players, but are on the long side of the playing field, out of the water. In league games a 30-second rule is used. This means that there must be a shot taken at the goal within 30 seconds, otherwise the ball is turned over to the counterparty.
Why is it called canoe polo?
Early games were played in canoes and kayaks, so canoe polo was an easy and logical name for the sport. The Rob Roy is of interest because it was possibly the first example of a decked canoe that would today be called a kayak. Canoe Polo is a game that tests your fitness, reaction time, teamwork and boat skills. Although relatively unknown, it’s an international sport played in 50 countries all over the world and is receiving increased press and television interest.Every two years the ICF hosts the Canoe Polo World Championship, Continental Championships are sandwiched between them. Not an Olympic discipline, but kayak polo is currently contested at the World Games, of which the majority of medals have been won by European teams.
What equipment is needed for canoe polo?
Canoe Polo Equipment The main items are: Kayaks: Short and nimble, with padded ends for safety. Paddles: Lightweight and designed for both paddling and ball control. Safety Gear: We take safety seriously – helmets, faceguards, and body protection are all must-haves. Canoe Polo is a fast contact team sport that combines water polo, basketball and canoeing! The members in the SP Canoe Polo Club train extensively in canoeing and ball handling skills while emphasizing on solid coordination and teamwork.