1963: The team of SNC Civitavecchia

The team of SNC Civitavechia coached by the legendary Alfio Flores, Champion of Italy's C Division in 1963. Back row: Giovannini, Paolo Di Gennaro, Giannini, Gargiullo, Forcella, Santini. Fron row: Roldano Simeoni, Milo, Alfio Flores, Gianni Flores, Tiselli. Source: courtesy of Mr. Pietro Russo and Mr. Mario Corcione

1977: The National Team of Spain

The team of Spain prior to 1977 European Championship in Jonkoping, Sweden. Standing L-R: Delgado, Fité, Sans, Carmona,Ventura, Girbal. Kneeling L-R: Estefanell, Marimón, Sanz, Torres, Estiarte, Robert.

Source: courtesy of Mr. Josep Brascó

1980: Tom Hoad coaching the team of Australia

Tom Hoad, the legendary player and coach of the Aussies, while coaching the Australian National team at the Cagliari International tournament, prior to Moscow 1980 Olympic Games. The team: Michaell Turner, Andren Stewart, Don Cameron, David Neesham, Robert Bryant, Jim Gerritzen, Peter Montgomery, Ross Langron, Martin Callaghan, Barry Grant, Richard Pengelly, Andrew Kerr, Charles Turner, Randall Goff, Murphy Donald, Tony Faislon.

Source: Il Mondo del Nuoto - July 1980

1980: The Champions of Ethnicos Piraeus

The team of Ethnicos Piraeus winner of the 1980 Greek Championship. Standing L-R: Yiannis Garyfallos, Nasos Kondos, Andonis Aronis, Koulis Iosifidis, Lino Repetto (coach), Marcellos Sitarenios, Dimitris Konstas. Kneeling L-R: Dimitris Kougevetopoulos, Thomas Karalogos, Sotiris Stathakis, Yiannis Karalogos.

Source: Il  Mondo del Nuoto - July 1980

1950's: Ivo Stakula scoring in Dubrovnik

Ivo Stakula scorring during a match in the port of Dubrovnik in the 1950's.

Source: courtesy of Mr. Goran Stakula

1953: The legendary Ivo Stakula fishing

Ivo Stakula, the legendary player of Mornar Split and the Yugoslavian National team taking care of his special "trophy" (away of the swimming pools), in 1953.

Source: courtesy of Mr. Goran Stakula

1953: An unusual picture of the Yugoslavians

A funny picture of the National team of Yugoslavia in 1953.. From L-R: Dragoslav Siljak, Ivica Cipci, Zdravko Kovacic, Ivo Stakula, Vladimir Ivkovic, Jobo Kurtini, Veljko Bakasun, Bosko Vuksanovic, Juraj Amsel, Zdravko Jezic, Lovro Radonic, Bozo Grkinic (coach)
Source: courtsey of Mr. Goran Stakula.

1952: Stakula - Kovacic - Bakasun

The legendary players of the Helsinki 1952 team of Yugoslavia:  Ivo Stakula, Zdravko Kovacic and Veljko Bakasun.

Source: courtesy of Mr. Goran Stakula 

1908: The Champions of Weston-super-Mare SC

The team of Weston-super-Mare Swimming Club winner of the Henry Banjamin Trophey in 1908. Back Row: Cecil Stradling, H H Clark, T. Davey. Front Row: B Dunn, Thomas Thould, Paul Radmilovic, Chas Stradling, A. Barnes.
Source: Personal collection - names provided by Mr. Mike G. Coles

1895: The team of New York Athletic Club

The Water Polo team of the New York Athletic Club in 1895. At the right is noted the legendary coach of "NYAC" Gus Sundstrom.
Source: Magazine "The ARGOSY", New York - July 1895.

1895: A Famous Water Polo team .....

Interesting drawing entitled "A Famous Water Polo team" within the article by Normandie Murray presenting the Sport of Water Polo and the team of the New York Athletic Club. 
Source: Magazine "The ARGOSY", New York - July 1895.

1968: The Champions of Pro Recco

The team of Pro Recco, Italy, winner of the Italian Championship in 1968. The team: Marchisio, Ghibellini, Lonzi, Cevasco, Pizzo, Lavoratori, Solimei, Alberani and Zecchin.
Source: personal collection 

1913: The team of British army in Hong Kong

The Water Polo team of the British Army (B' Company - 2nd Division) stationed in Hong Kong- South China in 1913. 
Source: private collection

1927: The Water Polo team of "HMS Vindictive"

The Water Polo team of the Royal Navy Cruiser "HMS Vindictive" in 1927.  
Source: private collection

1950: Dr. Giovanni Selis in the port of Savona

Dr. Giovanni Selis (Nr.3) as swimmer and Water Polo player of "Amatori Nuoto Savona" in action at the port of Savona in the early 50's.

Source: courtesy of Mr.Mauro Selis; www.memorialselis.blogspot.com

1975: Claudio Mistrangelo and Dr. Giovanni Selis

Dr. Giovanni Selis (1925-2008), has been a great personality and one of the most important promoters of Water Polo in the town of Savona (Liguria-Italy). For 30 years (from 1948 until 1978), Dr. Selis offered his services to the Club "Amatori Nuoto Savona" (renamed later to "Rari Nantes Savona"), at first as a player and then as official. He supported the development of a serious Water Polo program in the Club, which later on under the technical leadership of Claudio Mistrangelo, became one of the most solid and prestigious Water Polo programs in Italy and Europe. Dr. Selis is recognized as a man of vision who managed to convinced the local authorities to build in 1954 the outdoor pool and in 1972 the indoor pools of Savona. In 1974 the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI), recognizing his contribution offered him the special award of "Stella de Bronzo per meriti sportivi".

1975: The young winners of "A.N.Savona"

The Young team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona" winner of the U14 Italian Championship in 1975. This was the first title in the history of Savona. Standing L-R: Giovanni Selis (manager), Giorgio Guida, Andrea Pisano, PierLuigi Bortoletto, PierFrancesco Di Noia, Roberto Sergi, Paolo Crapiz, Claudio Mistrangelo (coach). Squatting L-R: Chicco Sciacero, Mauro Selis, Ezio Rebagliati, Francesco Falco, Marco Bragantini, Claudio Arca.
Source: courtesy of Mr.Mauro Selis

1965: The Juniors of "Amatori Nuoto Savona"

The Juniors team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona" in 1965. Standing at left is Claudio Mistrangelo (the actual coach of Rari Nantes Savona) and standing at the right the official Giovanni Selis, promoter for a long period of time the Sport of Water Polo in the town of Savona.
Source: courtesy of Mr. Mauro Selis

1963: The team of C.N. Lausanne

 The team of C.N. Lausanne of Switzerland, that took part in the International tournament "memorial G.Colombo" at Albisola Marina in 1963. 
Source: courtesy of Mr. Mauro Selis 

1963: The team of Rari Nantes Bogliasco

The team of Rari Nantes Bogliasco that took part in the International tournament "memorial G.Colombo" at Albisola Marina in 1963. 
Source: courtesy of Mr. Mauro Selis 

1963: International tournament in Albisola Marina

Another action during the International tournament "Memorial G.Colombo" of Albisola Marina in 1963 between the teams of "Amatori Nuoto Savona", "Rari Nantes Bogliasco", "C.N. Nice" (France) and "C.N. Lausanne" (Switzerland).
Source: courtesy of Mr. Mauro Selis

1963: International tournament in Albisola Marina

Action during the International tournament "Memorial G.Colombo" of Albisola Marina in 1963 between the teams of "Amatori Nuoto Savona", "Rari Nantes Bogliasco", "C.N. Nice" (France) and "C.N. Lausanne" (Switzerland).
Source: courtesy of Mr. Mauro Selis

1963: The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona"

The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona" that took part in the International tournament of Albisola Marina in 1963. Along with the players the President of the Club Parenti and the Manager Giovanni Selis. 
Source: courtesy of Mr. Mauro Selis 

1967: The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona"

The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona" that took part at the D' Division of the Italian Championship in 1967. Standing L-R: Testa, Mistrangelo, Selis (Manager), Boragno, Recagno, Mauri, Feltri. Squatting L-R: Rocca, Reitano, Ghersi.
Source: courtesy of Mr.Mauro Selis.

1976: The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona"

The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona" that took part in the B' Division Italian Championship in 1976. Standing L-R: Fulvio Falco,Claudio Mistrangelo, Bruno Sergi, Stefano La Cava, Roberto Bragantini, Carlo Salino. Squatting L-R : Adriano Zunino, Fabrizio Falco, Otello Bragantini, Luciano Cucchia, Palli, Gibì Buscaglia,

Source: courtesy of Mr.Mauro Selis; www.memorialselis.blogspot.com

1970: The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona"

The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona" in 1970. Standing L-R: Risso,Ghersi, Parodi,Capurro, Rotondo, Selis (Manager), Cola (coach). Squatting L-R: Mistrangelo, Di Giuseppe, Ribelli, Recagno, Testa, Salino.

Source: courtesy of Mr.Mauro Selis; www.memorialselis.blogspot.com

1975: The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona"

The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona" winner of the 3th Division 1975 Italian Championship (The team later was named "Rari Nantes Savona"). Standing L-R: Angelo Cola, Bruno Sergi, Luigi Cola, Roberto Bragantini, Carlo Salino, Claudio Mistrangelo. Squatting L-R: Stefano La Cava, Pierluigi Bortoletto, Adriano Zunino, Gibì Buscaglia, Fulvio Falco.

Source: courtesy of Mr.Mauro Selis; www.memorialselis.blogspot.com

1973: The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona"

The team of "Amatori Nuoto Savona" winner of the 4th Division of the Italian Championship in 1973. The team later was named "Rari Nantes Savona". Standing L-R: Giovanni Selis (Manager),Fulvio Falco, Roderik Cavallo, Luigi Cola, Boragno, Bruno Sergi, Nunzio Di Stefano, Roberto Bragantini. Squatting L-R: Otello Bragantini, Massimiliano Ribelli, Gibì Buscaglia, Mario Caputo, Claudio Mistrangelo, Carbone.
Source: courtesy of Mr.Mauro Selis; www.memorialselis.blogspot.com

1957: The team of Melbourne Water Polo

The team of Melbourne Water Polo in 1957. Back row L-R: Tim Ive, Bill McCabe (Olympics 1956), Jack Basto (Manager), Ivo Stakula. Front row: Jim Farrell (Olympics 1956), Ron Wootton (Aus Coach Olympics 1972), Peter Bennett (Olympics 1952/56), Des Webb, John Wilson (Melbourne Water Polo Legend, 1040 games).

Source: courtesy of Mr. Goran Stakula 

1962: First day of issue by Japan Post

First day of issue issued in Japan on June 23, 1962 in view of Tokyo, 1964 Olympic Games.

Source: personal collection

1980: The National team of Hungary

The National team of Hungary winner of bronze medal at Moscow 1980 Olympic Games. From L-R: Molnar, Szivos, Sudar, Csapo, Horkay, Gerendas, Somossy, Magas, Kenez, Farago, Wlesner.
Source: magazin Palla Nuoto; July 1980

1981: The team of Vasas Budapest

The team of Vasas Budapest winner of the Hungarian Cup in 1981. Standing L-R: Dr. Farago, Foldi, Kijatz, Bobory (coach), Gajdossy, Horvath, Dr. Csapo. Kneeling L-R: Budavari, Κenez, Tory, Liebmann, Mehes, Lakatos, Molnar.

Source: magazin KEPES SPORT: 27 Oct. 1981

1978: The team of Rari Nantes Bogliasco

The team of Rari Nantes Bogliasco in 1978. The players: Roberto Gandolfi, Daniele Mezzano, Pier Angelo Viacava, Giovanni Bormida, Mauro Re, Giovanni Fossati, Andrea Costa, Pietro Roncan, Paolo Salata, Francesco Cocchiere, Fabrizio Saracchi, Giorgio Tanganelli.

Source: R.N.Bogliasco; Competion Program "6 Nazioni 1979"

1958: The team of Rari Nantes Bogliasco

The team of Rari Nantes Bogliasco, Italy in 1958. From L-R: Valle, Vignolo, Sanguineti, Bolelli, Marugo, Bruni, Milanesi, Gelmi.

Source: Rari Nantes Bogliasco; Competition program for the "Torneo 6 Nazioni 1979"

1976, Montreal: The silver Italian team

The team of Italy that won the silver medal at Montreal 1976, Olympic Games.

The players: Gianni De Magistris, Alberto Alberani, Roldano Simeoni, Slivio Baracchini, Sante Marsili, Marcello Del Duca, Alessandro Ghibellini, Luigi Castagnola, Riccardo De Magistris, Vicenzo D' Angelo, Umberto Panerai. Coach of the team: Gianni Lonzi.

Source: Il mondo del nuoto; December 1988

1956: Angelo Marciani and Enzo Cavazzoni

The players of Rari Nantes Camogli Angelo Marciani and the goalie Enzo Cavazzoni that took part at Melbourne 1956 Olympic Games with the Italian National team.

Source: Il mondo del nuoto; Dec 1991

1953: The Champions of Rari Nantes Camogli

The team of Rari Nantes Camogli, Champion of Italy in 1953. Standing L-R: Erdelly, Peretti, Marciani, Signori. Squatting L-R: De Sanzuane, Fabiano, Rubini.
Source: Il mondo del Nuoto; Aug 1988

1968: Players of Ethnicos Piraeus in Barcelona

Players of Ethnicos Piraeus, Champion of Greece 1968, during their visit in Barcelona, in order to take part at the qualification phase for the 6th European Champions Cup. The competition took place at the pool of Club Natacion Barcelona, with the participation of Partizan Belgrade, CN Marseille, S.U. Vienna of 1968, Ethnicos Piraeus and C.N.Barcelona.
From L-R: Sotiris Tzafolias, Petros Chatzikyriakakis, Koulis Iosifidis and Yiannis Karalogos.
Source: El mundo deportivo - 29 November 1968

M.Ambrus and Z. Domotor by T. Gudzowaty

Tomasz Gudzowaty, well known photographer from Polland capturing the Hungarian legendary players Miklos Ambrus and Zoltan Domotor, winners of gold medal at Tokyo 1964 Olympic Games.
Source: http://www.gudzowaty.com