SAWP says court decision granting it greenlight to operate independently a victory for SA athletes
Swimming South Africa was the national governing body for all water sports in the country, but Wednesday’s ruling changed that.
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CAPE TOWN - South Africa Water Polo (SAWP) said this week’s court decision was more than a legal victory for the sport, it was a moral victory for every South African athlete fighting for fairness, excellence, and community-driven sport.
The Western Cape High Court has given the organisation the green light to operate as an independent sports body.
Swimming South Africa was the national governing body for all water sports in the country, but Wednesday’s ruling changed that.
SAWP interim CEO Robbie Taylor said they had 1,200 members supporting them, ranging from clubs, schools, coaches, and Olympians.
"The long-standing national body, Swimming South Africa, tried to stop the water polo community from building a future focused solely on water polo, but they failed because the court agreed with us that the community has the right to choose its own path. SA Water Polo is a movement built by players for players."
Swimming South Africa has expressed disappointment with the court decision.
It said it will determine its next steps after discussions with its board of directors.