Waterpolo Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is the main objective of water polo?
To score goals by throwing the ball into the opposing team’s goal.
How many players are there on each team in water polo?
There are seven players on each team, including one goalkeeper.
True or False: Players can touch the bottom of the pool during play.
False.
What is the duration of a standard water polo match?
A standard match consists of four quarters, each lasting eight minutes.
Fill in the blank: A player who commits a serious foul may receive a _____ penalty.
major.
What is the term for a player who is excluded from the game for a serious foul?
Exclusion foul.
True or False: The goalkeeper can use any part of their body to block shots.
True.
What happens when a team scores a goal?
The game is restarted from the center of the pool.
What is the maximum number of personal fouls a player can receive before being disqualified?
Three personal fouls.
What is a ‘counterattack’ in water polo?
A fast break play after gaining possession of the ball.
True or False: Players are allowed to hold onto the ball with two hands.
False.
What is the role of the referee in water polo?
To enforce the rules and ensure fair play.
Fill in the blank: A shot taken from outside the 5-meter line is called a _____ shot.
long-distance.
What is a penalty shot?
A shot taken from the 5-meter line after a major foul is committed.
How long does a team have to shoot after gaining possession?
30 seconds.
What is ‘two-meter violation’?
An infraction where an offensive player is within two meters of the goal line without the ball.
True or False: A player can substitute in during play.
False.
What is the minimum age requirement to compete in Olympic water polo?
There is no specific minimum age, but players must be at least 14 years old.
What is the ‘hole’ position in water polo?
The position closest to the opponent’s goal, typically played by a center forward.
What is an ‘ordinary foul’?
A minor foul that results in a free throw for the opposing team.
Fill in the blank: The water polo ball is typically made of _____ material.
rubber.
What should players do when the referee blows the whistle for a foul?
Stop play and resume only when the referee signals to continue.
How many timeouts is each team allowed per match?
Each team is allowed one timeout per quarter.
What is the role of the goalkeeper in a water polo game?
To defend the goal and prevent the opposing team from scoring.
