Water Polo Adds Signees from Greece, Spain

The University of Hawai’i women’s water polo team has signed two promising international players for the 2026 season: Asimina Klapsianou from Greece and Ariadna Temprano Xambó from Spain. Both athletes bring a wealth of international experience, having recently competed against each other in the World Aquatics Women’s U18 Championship final in China, where Spain triumphed 11-9. Klapsianou will be the first Greek player to join the program, while Temprano Xambó is the eighth player from Spain to enhance the team’s roster. Head coach James Robinson expressed enthusiasm for their potential impact both on performance and team culture.

By the Numbers

• Klapsianou has played for Greece’s National Team at four age levels, winning multiple medals in international competitions.
• Temprano Xambó scored 40 goals for her club team this season and earned accolades including MVP at the U18 World Championships.

State of Play

• UH completed a strong 2025 season with a 22-5 record and a second consecutive Big West Championship title.
• The team featured players from seven different countries, enhancing their diverse roster.

What’s Next

With the addition of Klapsianou and Temprano Xambó, UH will aim to build on their recent successes and deepen their postseason run in the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

The signing of Klapsianou and Temprano Xambó not only adds top-tier talent to the Rainbow Wahine but also emphasizes the program’s commitment to international recruitment and competitive excellence.