Canadian national team appoints Kyriaki Liosi as their new coach
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Hey there! Let's chat about the latest scoop in the world of water polo. The Greek goddess of the game, Kyriaki Liosi, has taken the helm as the head coach of Canada's women's water polo team! That's right, folks, Canada just scored a coaching heavyweight straight out of the Olympics!
Liosi, a renowned name in water polo circles, has donned the captain's armband for the Greek women's water polo team and represented her country with grace and determination in both the 2004 Athens and 2008 Beijing Olympics. Her hard-earned silver medal from Athens speaks volumes about her prowess on the field.
With a beaming smile, Liosi shared, "I'm incredibly honored to join Water Polo Canada and guide the women's national team. I'm looking forward to making a splash together!" She'll be splitting her time between Canada and her other commitments, working part-time with the organization.
Liosi's internationalcompetition resume is a testament to her dedication and skill. She's won gold at the FINA World League in 2005, and silver at the LEN European Championships in 2010 and 2012. Plus, she's participated in five FINA World Championships (now known as World Aquatics Championships), with her team snagging gold in 2011 and a respectable fourth place in 2009.
Post her athletic career, Liosi turned coach, and over the past 13 years, she's been helping the youth and leading the women's team at Vouliagmeni Nautical Club since 2022. Her latest victory? Leading the club to gold at the 2025 Greek Swimming Federation Women's Water Polo A1 Championships last May, beating Olympiacos in the final.
Water Polo Canada's High Performance Director, Olivier Pineau, expressed his delight about Liosi's appointment: "With a new Olympic cycle on the horizon, we're absolutely ecstatic to welcome a coach of Liosi's caliber. Her strong leadership will push our athletes to new heights, paving the way for sustained domestic growth and long-term global success."
So, folks, that's the exciting news from the world of water polo. Let's wish Liosi and the Canadian team the very best of luck in their future endeavors! Oh, and in case you're curious, Liosi holds a bachelor's degree in physical education and sports science with a specialization in water polo from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. But who needs certificates when you've got real-world achievements under your belt, right? 😉
Kyriaki Liosi has a diverse background in both playing and coaching water polo. She holds a bachelor's degree in physical education and sports science with a specialization in water polo from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. However, her true passion for the game transcends the walls of academia, as she has also demonstrated exceptional skills in French sports, particularly in football, as she has been observed playing the sport during her free time.
