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HOW DO I REGISTER?
There are two important requirements for RTWPC Registration. When you are registered with both entities you will be "completely registered".
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STEP #1:
Sign-up with USA Water Polo as a Gold (10u-18u) or Bronze (Splashball) athlete. USAWP is our governing body and covers our national level tournaments and events. This is an annual membership.
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This is done online at the USAWP site:
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STEP #2:
Sign-up with RTWPC (seasonal membership). This must be done online. The club does not accept cash or checks.
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This is done online at the RTWPC registration site:
Only players who have completed both steps of registration will be allowed to practice and participate in tournaments.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
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The yearly fee for USAWP Gold membership is $78 (10u-18u)
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The yearly fee for USAWP Bronze membership is $40 (Splashball)
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Seasonal RTWPC Registration Fees:​
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Please contact info@ranchotsunami.com for specific pricing.​
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DISCOUNTS:
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Not only is RTWPC the best value in the greater Inland Empire, RTWPC also offers siblings discounts:
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1st athlete (oldest): Full price
2nd athlete : 10% off
3rd athlete: 15% off
4th athlete: FREE
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TOURNAMENT FEES:
Additionally tournament fees ARE NOT included in initial session fees. More information below.
WHAT ARE THE SESSIONS FOR WATER POLO?
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FALL: September - November (Splashball, 10u Coed, 12u Boys & Girls, 14u Boys & Girls, 16u Girls, 18u Girls)
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WINTER: November - February (Splashball, 10u Coed, 12u Boys & Girls, 14u Boys & Girls, 16u Boys, 18u Boys)
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SPRING: February - May (Splashball, 10u Coed, 12u Boys & Girls, 14u Boys & Girls, 16u Boys & Girls, 18u Boys & Girls)
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SUMMER: May - August (Splashball, 10u Coed, 12u Boys & Girls, 14u Boys & Girls, 16u Boys & Girls, 18u Boys & Girls)
HOW DO I KNOW WHAT AGE GROUP MY ATHLETE IS IN?
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USA Water Polo determines age group eligibility based on the athleteʼs age as of
August 1st each year. For example, if someone turns 19 on August 2, they will be eligible to play with our 18U age group for Junior Olympics.
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Certain tournaments will be grade based, rather than year-based. In this case, the USAWP age rules will not apply. The coach will communicate which rosters athletes are placed on.
HOW WILL I BE INFORMED ABOUT WHATS GOING ON WITH THE CLUB & MY PLAYERS TEAM?
Our club relies heavily on our Team App​ for communication purposes. Our coaches and administrators will post and update via the team app, as well send out reminder emails. Club administration will also contact via Team App and email. All athletes and parents are strongly encouraged to use our Team App.
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Download Team App instructions:
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Please make sure that your email addresses are up to date when you register. Any changes, must be made using the online registration system.
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Club information, announcements, changes in schedules is also available on the club website http://www.ranchotsunami.com
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WHERE CAN I FIND OUT ABOUT PRACTICE SCHEDULES?
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The practice schedules for each age group may change each season. Age group schedules are posted on our website and will be provided via email from the team coach. Any changes to practice schedules will be communicated by the coach and posted on the website.
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A Google schedule can be found on the website, as well the Team App.
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It very important to check the Team App and website, and social medias sources for updates and information regarding practice schedule.
WHERE DOES RTWPC hold practices?
Fontana Park & Aquatic Center
15610 Summit Avenue
Fontana, CA 92336
Rancho Cucamonga High School
11801 Lark Dr.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701
Etiwanda High School
13500 Victoria St.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
Los Osos High School
6001 Milliken Ave.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
DOES MY PLAYER HAVE TO ATTEND ALL PRACTICES?
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Players are expected to attend all practices as listed. If you have a conflict, please contact your team coach.
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Please keep in mind missing workouts may affect your teammates ability to train, so...be a good teammate.
IS there a team uniform?
Yes, all players are required to purchase the team uniform (gear)
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Which team gear items are required?
Girls- all age groups
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Female Suit
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Blue t-shirt
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Black t-shirt
Boys – all age groups
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Male Suit
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Blue t-shirt
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Black t-shirt
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Is there any optional gear?
Yes, we offer:
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t-shirts
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tank tops
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hoodies
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backpacks
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hats
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beanies
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How do I order team gear?
Apparel can be order in the team store here, and on the Team App.
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Click the link to go to the team store:
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DOES it cost extra to participate in tournaments?
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Tournament fees are not covered by the registration fees paid at the beginning of each session.
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Fees must be paid 1 week prior to the tournament date
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Fees are to be paid online
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Costs specific to any tournament will be announced closer to the date of the tournament by the coach via email, website, or tournament schedule.
Where are games located?
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Most games are located within an hour from the area.
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Some tournaments do take place as far as San Diego and Santa Barbara.
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We also have some tournaments that include overnight travel.
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Certain teams may also be asked to travel out of state or out of the country for a
tournament or training trip.