Three dual WAIS-AIS water polo scholarship holders have been selected into the Australian Stingers squad for the five test series in Perth against Italy starting on February 14.
Beijing Olympian Gemma Beadsworth will be joined by Fremantle Marlins teammates Zoe Arancini and Glencora Ralph in the 17 member squad.
The squad contains a good blend of experience and youth with Beadsworth, Kate Gynther, Bronwyn Knox and Melissa and Rebecca Rippon having Olympic pedigree, whilst Arancini and goalkeeper Kelsey Wakefield both impressing at the recent Under 20 Championships in Perth.
Australia will play tests against the Italians on Tuesday 15th 8.30pm at Bicton, Thursday 17th 7.45pm at Claremont pool, Saturday 19th TBA at UWA pool, Sunday 20th at 1.00pm Bicton & Tuesday 22nd 7.45pm at Claremont pool.
