As a student-run organization, the Virginia Tech Men’s Water Polo Club is driven by a commitment to athletic and academic excellence, teamwork, and the continued development of water polo in the New River Valley. We operate with a primary competitive season in the fall, representing the university with pride at both the regional and national levels.
Our program strives to foster a competitive yet inclusive environment that supports player growth both in and out of the pool. We welcome players of all skill levels - from seasoned veterans to those picking up a ball for the first time. The club holds practices three times a week at War Memorial Hall, focusing on skill development, conditioning, and strategic play to maintain our standing as a premier club sport at Virginia Tech.
About the team
2025 (9-5)
The Virginia Tech Men's Water Polo team concluded the 2025 Fall Semester with a record of 9 wins and 5 losses. This season marked the program's first trip to the National Championship since 2018. Competing in Carlisle, PA, the Hokies opened the tournament with a definitive first-round victory before falling to Alabama in a hard-fought Elite 8 matchup. The team ultimately finished 8th in the nation—the highest national ranking in program history to date. Leading the charge, Owen Fritz earned both First Team All-Conference and All-American honors. With a historic season in the books and a talented roster returning, the program looks forward to a bright future of continued national contention.
2024 (7-4)
The Virginia Tech Men's Water Polo completed the 2024 Fall Semester with a record of 7 wins and 4 losses. The team headed into the Atlantic Conference championship tournament with the No. 3 seed, but, after a heartbreaking loss to Navy in the semi-finals, the team finished 3th in the division. Senior and president Tim Schwar was awarded first team all-conference and Sophomore Max Pagon was awarded second team all-conference.
2014 (9-2)
The Virginia Tech Men's Water Polo completed the 2014 Fall Semester with a record of 9 wins and 2 losses. The team headed into the championship tournament with the No. 1 seed, but, after a heartbreaking loss to Navy in the semi-finals, the team finished 4th in the division.
2010 (9-1-1)
The Virginia Tech men's water polo team completed their 2010 fall semester season with a record of 9 wins 1 tie and 1 loss. They lost during the Division Championships to UNC during and early game knocking them down to a possible 4th in the division. The team then played Maryland to finalize there position in fourth for the fall season.
Peter Biskaduros was named the most valuable player in the Atlantic division. Other all conference members include Peter Ollis, Peter Biskaduros, and Matt Sylvester who made first team all conference. The team continues to compete into the 2011 spring season and training for the fall 2011 season.
2008 (10-2)
Atlantic Division Runner's Up
The Virginia Tech men's water polo team completed their 2008 fall semester season with a record of 10-2. They lost early in the season to Duke University and then again in a tough game in the championship game of the Atlantic Division Finals.
2006 (12-0)
Atlantic Division Champions
The Virginia Tech Men's Water Polo Team completed their first undefeated season in club history. The club went on to compete at the CWPA National Championship at Miami University in Ohio, finishing 11th.
2007 (12-0)
Atlantic Division Champions
The Virginia Tech Men's Water Polo Team completed their second consecutive undefeated season in club history by winning the Atlantic Division. The club went on to compete at the CWPA National Championship at the University of Arizona.
2009 (10-2)
Atlantic Division Champions
The Virginia Tech men's water polo team completed their 2009 fall semester season with a record of 10-2. They lost early in the season to Duke University and than again in a tough fought game that went into overtime with Georgetown. The team quickly recovered though and came out on top at the championship tournament with victories over Duke 7-6 in the Semifinals, and Georgetown 6-5 in the Atlantic Division Championship.
The Hokies accepted their bid to nationals in Gainesville, Florida in November and placed 12th overall with a record of 1-3, a victory over Georgia Tech, and losses to Washington, Penn State, and Columbia.
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