2019 FINA New Rules

As of 11-Dec-2018, FINA have changed some rules of Water Polo
which will apply in New Zealand Competitions in 2019. New Zealand Water Polo has produced a YouTube video which highlighting the key changes.

In summary

  • Shot Clock Reset Situations
  • Refereee Hand signals for Foul outside of 6 meters
  • Fake/Shoot without passing for fouls outside of 6 meters
  • Foul get played where the ball is
  • Goalie is now allowed over half way
  • Penalty Fouls called within 6 meter area