Marist Water Polo Extends Win Streak to 9 Games

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The Marist Red Foxes water polo team extended their winning streak to nine games with victories over Villanova (14-13) and Wagner (11-9) at the Marist Invitational. The team is currently 21-4 on the season, demonstrating a potent combination of offensive firepower and defensive resilience.

Why it matters

Marist's success highlights the growing popularity and competitiveness of women's water polo, with trends towards increased athleticism, strategic emphasis on set plays and defensive systems, and the growth of club water polo and youth development programs fueling the pipeline of talented players.

The details

Against Villanova, Marist established an early lead, going up 7-5 in the first quarter, and maintained a 9-7 advantage at halftime. They extended their lead to 12-9 before successfully defending against a Villanova comeback attempt in the fourth quarter to secure the 14-13 victory. In the Wagner game, Marist outscored the Seahawks 2-1 in the first quarter and 4-2 in the second, building a 6-3 halftime lead. They maintained control in the third, adding two more goals to Wagner's one, making it 8-4, and a strong defensive performance in the fourth quarter sealed the 11-9 win.

• On March 22, 2026, the Marist Red Foxes water polo team extended their winning streak to nine games.

What’s next

Marist will be back in action on the road, facing Siena on Wednesday evening. This matchup presents another opportunity for the Red Foxes to showcase their skills and solidify their position as a top team in the MAAC.