Italian Serie A1 Water Polo Semifinals Produce Decisive Victories

In the women’s Serie A1 playoffs, Ekipe Orizzonte secured a spot in the championship final after a 15‑9 win over Rapallo Pallanuoto on June 16, completing a 2‑0 series victory. Coach Martina Miceli highlighted the team’s resilience despite a slow start, and top scorer Bronte Halligan contributed five goals.

In the men’s semifinals, Pro Recco and AN Brescia each won their opening matches convincingly. Pro Recco defeated Ranieri Impiantistica CN Posillipo 22‑11, while AN Brescia beat Banco BPM Rari Nantes Savona 14‑11. Both clubs will look to close their series in the upcoming second‑leg fixtures scheduled for later in June.