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Total Player 2022 by Angie Winstanley-Smith

November 23, 2022

Angie Winstanley-Smith is the head coach of the women’s National Team of New Zealand. She competed for Great Britain at the 2012 Olympic Games , which marked the inaugural Olympic appearance for the British women’s water polo team.

She has been the head coach of the New Zealand women’s team since 2017 and is bringing the Kiwis to the next level; at the 2022 World Championships in Budapest, she led her young New Zealand team to their first top-ten finish in 28 years.  

Winstanley is performing miracles for the New Zealand national team, given the resources at her disposal. The level of water polo in New Zealand is vastly improving, and participation in the 2032 Olympics is a distinct possibility.

Angie Winstanley-Smith’s Top 5 of 2022

Angie wanted to give an honourable mention to Rebecca Parkes, a player who Winstanley describes as a “skillful and fearless player”, who “will fight to the end – all with a smile on her face.” Winstanley-Smith also hopes to see a few Kiwi’s in the mix for next year’s award, and at the rate that they’re improving, there is every chance she will have her wish!

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1. Maddie Musselman (USA)

United States National Team Player/Club: UCLA/Position: Wing

An amazing attacker. Best driver and finisher off the hand. Creates opportunities from nothing and loves a huge game moment. Fearless!
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2. Rita Keszthelyi (HUN)

Hungary National Team Player/Club: Mataro/Position: Driver

Probably the best player over the last decade. She is a baller. plays what’s in front of her with the best fundamentals I’ve ever seen. A game is never over if Rita is on the team. Her leadership is invaluable to the Hungarians.
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3. Ashleigh Johnson (USA)

United States National Team Player/Club: Ethnikos/Position:Goalkeeper

Her presence and communication make Ashleigh the best goalie for me. Her athlétisme to cover the goal is outrageous too.
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4. Anni Espar (ESP)

Spain States National Team Player/Club: Mataro /Position: Driver

Whilst Anni is still playing, there is always a place for her in my team. Maturity, calmness, and distribution are key to any team's success. one of the most humble humans too.
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5. Bronte Halligan (AUS)

Australia National Team Player/Club: Ekipe Orizzonte/Position: Driver

This year, Brontë has raised her game tenfold. She is key to the Aussie team with how comfortable she is in the ball mixed with her ability to pick the pass or finish.
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