The talented teenager will represent South Africa at the World Aquatics U16 Water Polo Championships in Croatia this July.
Durban, South Africa (15 July 2026) – For most teenagers, July holidays are a chance to slow down. For London Remley, they’re an opportunity to represent South Africa.
The young water polo player has earned selection for South Africa’s Under-16 women’s team that will compete at the World Aquatics U16 Water Polo Championships in Zagreb, Croatia, from 25 to 31 July.
It’s a moment she admits still feels surreal.
“At first, I was surprised and I genuinely couldn’t believe it, but definitely a lot of excitement,” she said. “It’s definitely an honour to represent my country.”
The achievement follows years of hard work in and out of the pool, juggling school commitments with demanding training sessions and competitions.
London says she couldn’t have done it without the support of her family, especially her parents, who were always there to get her to training, as well as coach Rob Ambler, whom she credits for constantly believing in her potential.
“He has always had a way of pushing me, especially when I’m not in the right head space, because he backs me and knows I can do better,” she said.
Now, she’s looking forward to testing herself against some of the world’s best young players.
“I love a challenge and a good opponent because there’s nothing better than working for an achievement that makes a difference on that scoreboard.”
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While wearing the green and gold is already a dream realised, London has one clear goal once she arrives in Croatia.
“To make Reddam proud and make my family and friends proud.”
Now South Africa’s colours will be on her cap and some of the world’s best young athletes waiting in the pool, London is ready to embrace the biggest challenge of her career so far.
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