Men’s Water Polo Announces 2025 Schedule

UC Irvine men’s water polo has announced its 2025 season schedule, kicking off with the UCI Invitational on August 29. The Anteaters will compete in several tournaments, including a key outing at the Big West Championships hosted at their home base in November. Other notable games include matchups against UCLA, USC, and rival Long Beach State. The team looks to build on its recent success, having secured the last two Big West regular-season titles.

By the Numbers

• Seven tournaments scheduled, starting with the UCI Invitational on August 29.
• Big West Championships set for November 21-23, the winner earns an NCAA Championship bid.

State of Play

• The Anteaters host the UCI Invitational and the Big West Championships in 2025.
• They are coming off two consecutive Big West regular-season titles and a 2023 championship win.

What’s Next

The team will prepare for an intense season filled with local and national challengers, aiming to continue their strong trajectory. The focus will be on maintaining momentum through tournaments leading into Big West play.

Bottom Line

As UC Irvine men’s water polo enters the 2025 season, the team’s home advantage during critical tournaments could prove decisive in their quest for another conference championship.