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Water Polo Achievements. Hilton College continues to shine in South African school water polo, with multiple boys earning national recognition for their talent and dedication.
🌊 Hilton College Water Polo Achievements
- SA Schools Selections 2025
- U16 Team: Lincoln Burger and Casey Marks
- U18 Team: Bradley Van Loggerenberg (non-travelling reserve). These selections highlight Hilton’s strong pipeline of water polo talent, with players excelling at both junior and senior levels.
- Recent National Representation. Earlier this year, Hilton College celebrated six boys who were selected for South African squads. They competed at the Africa Aquatics Development Tournament in Zimbabwe (April 2025). Among them was Casey Marks, who now adds SA Schools U16 honours to his achievements.
- Competitive Standing. Hilton College has been a formidable force in school water polo. In March 2025, Hilton reached the final of the prestigious KES Tournament. They forced a penalty shootout after both teams scored 70 goals throughout the competition. This performance cemented Hilton’s reputation as one of the top water polo schools in the country.
- Provincial Contributions. KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) water polo teams regularly feature Hilton players. The province’s squads for the Inter-Provincial Tournament (IPT) in Johannesburg this December include Hilton representatives, reflecting the school’s consistent role in strengthening KZN’s water polo profile.
🏆 Why This Matters
- National Exposure: Selection to SA Schools teams is a major milestone, offering players the chance to compete against the best in the country and gain visibility for future opportunities.
- School Pride: Hilton’s repeated presence in finals and national squads underscores its reputation as a powerhouse in South African water polo.
- Player Development: These achievements show the depth of Hilton’s coaching and support structures, preparing boys not only for school-level competition but also for international representation.
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