Maica Garcia is widely regarded as one of the most dominant center-forwards in women’s water polo history, boasting an extraordinary career. A World Champion, three-time European Champion, and two-time Olympic silver medalist with Spain, she was also recognized as the second-best center-forward of the 21st century in the 2020 Timeless Player Award.
This year, Garcia played a pivotal role in Spain’s historic achievement of winning their first-ever Olympic gold medal, solidifying her legacy as one of the all-time greats. This is her Total 7:
Goalkeeper: Martina Terre (Spain)
Central defender: Maggie Steffens (Spain)
Centre forward: Paula Leiton (Spain)
Right side 1: Judith Forca (Spain)
Right side 2: Bea Ortiz (Spain)- MVP
Left side 1: Sabrine van der Sloot (Netherlands)
Left side 2: Rita Keszthelyi (Hungary)
This year, jurors need to select the best player for each position. From that team, they must choose the one who stood out the most.
Players selected for the team receive 3 points, and the best player earns an additional 5 points.
Check out how did the other jurors voted – Total Player Award 2024
