Aussie Stinger captain Zoe Arancini is back to vote in the TPA for a second year in a row.
With a rich background in water polo, Arancini’s destiny to excel in the sport was evident, given that both her parents and her aunt were Australian internationals.
Arancini boasts extensive experience as a two-time Olympian, having represented Australia in Rio in 2016 and Tokyo in 2020. Her leadership and pedigree contribute significantly to the Australian Stingers’ prowess on the international water polo stage—especially this summer, where they secured an impressive 4th-place finish at the World Championships in Fukuoka.
“Here are my top five!” said Arancini. ” I just want to note that I’m only basing this off the World Champs as I have not watched much of the Euroleague games.” she added.
+1 Pt | Caterina Banchelli (ITA)
Italian National Team Player. Club: SIS Roma. Position: Goalkeeper
Was excellent in the cage, her presence was notable and that has a positive impact on the Italians defence especially in the final games.
+2 Pts | Tilly Kearns (AUS)
Australian National Team Player. Club: USC. Position: Centre-forward
Was a stand out at the World Championships, is explosive and moves well in centre forward, and when given the ball is able to create a result.
+3 Pts | Elena Ruiz (ESP)
Spanish National Team Player. Club: Sabadell. Position: Driver/h4> Played very well at the World Championships, very clinical in her shooting and stands up in the big moments.
+4 Pts | Brigitte Sleeking (NED)
Netherlands National Team Player. Club: Vouliagmeni. Position: Winger
Played consistently well for Netherlands and works hard both in attack and defence, providing good leadership for her team.
