Water Polo comes to Hiawatha Davis
Mark Isenburg has been coaching water polo in and around Aurora for almost nine years. Now, he’s found a location that allows kids in Park Hill and other nearby neighborhoods to take part. Isenburg’s club, the Colorado Water Polo Pirates, has made the Hiawatha Davis Jr. Recreation Center at 3334 Holly St. their newest location.
The team hosted an introduction to water polo at the center last November and December. Turnout was strong, with kids ranging in age from 7 to 14. The club is open to kids up to 18 years of age.
“For the young ones, it’s chance to splash around and play with a ball, so they think it’s great,” said Isenburg, “and the older kids like the challenge of a game that combines swimming, soccer and wrestling all into one game.”
The coach says rec center manager, Keith Abeyta, has been very encouraging to the team. Now, they are both working to see the sport grow here. Practices are Monday nights from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. for boys and girls 12 and under. Kids 13 and up are welcome from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. A second night may be added in the near future.
Find out more about the club at coloradowaterpolo.com, or just drop in on Monday night to give it a try.