Abby Bonello

Date of Birth: 07^th November 2000

Waterpolo: Started playing in 2013 with Exiles as a goalkeeper and switched to player in 2020. Participated in the 8 nations u17 tournament in Denmark in 2016, placing 4^th. With Exiles she won 3 knock outs, 3 leagues and 1 president’s cup. Joined San Giljan in 2021.

Hobbies: Working on animations, photography and videography.  

The immediate welcome I got from the San Giljan community was a hospitable and encouraging one. The love for the sport is nurtured and celebrated. Women’s waterpolo has come a long way since I was introduced to it around 10 years ago – but it has a long way to go if our goal is to reach international recognition. From a more personal point of view, the pool has been my way to release stress. -The bond you build with your teammates is one of the most rewarding ones. You spend so many hours together training, rain or shine. You lose, and you win together, you celebrate each other and build each other up. That’s the beauty of a team sport – you gain more than you give.

Date of Birth: 30^th May 1985

Waterpolo: Playing waterpolo since 2016 with San Giljan.

Hobbies: Reading books, working out, watching movies

‘For Women’s waterpolo to grow, investment should be ongoing both in Material things and most importantly through the acquision of establish players and coaches. Playing abroad, against tougher opposition is also important to grow and improve. I believe San Giljan are on the right path.’

Daryl Azzopardi

Date of Birth: 27^th September 1998

Waterpolo: Playing waterpolo since 2014. Started waterpolo with Neptunes WPSC, winning league and Knockout in 2014. Joined San GIljan in 2018.

Hobbies: Baking, Travelling and trying out different food.

I would like to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to all who have supported us throughout the years and helped us grow not only as athletes but as the team with have become.’

Elena Borg

Elena has been playing waterpolo since 2011, starting her career at the young age of 11 years old. Over the years, she won many honours with her previous club Exiles.In 2016, she was called for the National Team 8-nations Under 17 tournament, where Malta placed 4th, and finished the tournament as a top scorer. In summer of 2017, Elena played in the U19 Italian Finals with Plebiscito Padova. After finishing her A levels, she decided to move to Italy permanently where she played for CSS Verona for 1 year in Serie A2, and for 3 years in Serie A1. She also participated in the LEN Champions League with CSS Verona in 2021. With the Italian National Team, Elena competed at the 2019 World University Games where they placed 2nd, and at the Junior World Championships where Italy placed 3rd. The signing of a player of the quality of Elena Borg, along the other signings made by the Club over the last weeks, evidence the ambition of the Club to be at the top of the game in female waterpolo.

Janice Caruana

Date of Birth: 19^th March 1996

Waterpolo: Playing waterpolo since 2014. Started waterpolo with Neptunes WPSC, winning league and Knockout in 2014. Joined San GIljan in 2018.

Hobbies: Baking, Travelling and trying out different food.

‘I would like to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to all who have supported us throughout the years and helped us grow not only as athletes but as the team with have become.’

Kela Zammit

Date of Birth: 15^th July 2002

Waterpolo: Started playing in 2012 with Exiles. With Exiles she won 3 leagues, 4 knock outs and 1 president’s cup. Joined San Giljan in 2021.

Hobbies: Teaching and coaching,   

To have to change club after 7 years is not easy, however, San Giljan committee and players showed me how much they want to invest in women’s waterpolo and also give priority to encourage young girls to start playing waterpolo too. Personally, this was the top factor which made me make my whole decision as I truly believe that women’s waterpolo should finally get the investment and priority it deserves. I believe that the season coming, and the years after, will be the best of my career and I’m very excited to crush whatever is ahead as a San Giljan player.

Lucretia Hili

Date of Birth: 03^rd August 1993

Waterpolo: Started playing in 2017 with San Giljan

Hobbies: Playing Netball, Coaching, working out and help others reach their fitness goals. 

‘First and foremost, I would like to take the opportunity to thank the committee of St. Julian’s for trusting and believing in us as a team. They invested in the team by providing more training sessions and gym sessions under good coaches which help us improve individually and as a team. This has brought the team closer together, one which we call family. We urge our supporters to follow up on our achievements, this will help us grow as a team and as a club which I am glad to be part of. #VSG’

Martina Darmanin

Date of Birth: 02^nd May 2004

Waterpolo: Started playing in 2017 with Exiles. With Exiles she won 3 leagues, 3 knock outs and 1 president’s cup. Joined San Giljan in 2021.

Hobbies: Music, watching Netflix, going out   

‘I hope you all enjoy watching the women games, even though women’s waterpolo isn’t that popular in Malta, I would hope that in the future more people get involved and help get the word out about this sport and get other girls inspired to try it out.’

Michela Bonello Ghio

Date of Birth: 30^th September 2002

Waterpolo: Stated playing in 2015 with Neptunes WPSC. Joined San Giljan in 2017

Hobbies: Football, swimming

 ‘I hope to see women’s water polo and women’s sports in general to grow in teams, support and gain more recognition #VSG’

Nadya Azzopardi

Despite being only 15 years old, Nadya is already a National team player and one of the most promising prospects in local ladies waterpolo. In 2021, Nadya played in Croatia with the Under 17 National Team and with the rest of the team, was awarded the Atlas Insurance Athlete of the Month

Rhea Cutajar – Team Captain

Date of Birth: 17^th July 1994

Waterpolo: Stated playing in 2013 with Neptunes WPSC winning League and Knock-out in 2013 and 2014. Joined San Giljan in 2018

Hobbies: Coaching swimming

‘Let’s all stay united and keep working for the same goal! I really hope that woman’s waterpolo keeps moving forward onto the next level and this will happen if we unite on the same goal. We have made big progress along the years, let’s keep on with this momentum! #VSG

Sara Bonello Ghio

Date of Birth: 30^th September 2002

Waterpolo: Stated playing in 2018 with Neptunes WPSC. Joined San Giljan in 2019

Hobbies: Football, Dance, Reading

‘We hope to take women’s waterpolo to the next level, and women’s sports in general. You can see our progress every year in both the league and knock out. Thank you for your support #VSG’

Stephanie Tanti Desjardins

Date of Birth: 21^st June 1988

Waterpolo: Stated playing in 2013 with Neptunes WPSC winning league and knockout in 2013 and 2014. Joined San Giljan in 2019. She was Awarded player of the year in 2020, first time for a keeper.

Hobbies: Sports, Guitar, Travelling 

‘Let’s train as hard as possible to keep raising the bar of women’s waterpolo. Please support us as much as you can as we train really hard all year round.’

Shanice Cassar

Date of Birth: 27^th April 1994

Waterpolo: Stated playing in 2013 with Neptunes WPSC winning league and knockout in 2013 and 2014. Joined San Giljan in 2019. Awarded player of the year in 2020.

Hobbies: Gym, Swimming, she was part of the national team.

 ‘With the help of the committee we are given the opportunity to train frequently and more effectively in order to help us achieve better results. As a team we are all trying our best to achieve the target we truly deserve. We thank all supporters for their constant support. Let’s all stick together and support each and every age group category including the ladies’ team. We are different from other clubs, as we all consider ourselves as ONE BIG FAMILY’

Aneliese Camilleri

Name: Aneliese Camilleri

Date of Birth: 1^st May 1985

Waterpolo: Started playing in 2020 with San Giljan.

Hobbies: Padel, Travelling, Music, Sports, Events and Marketing. 

‘Following and supporting our women’s team in any way you can means a lot to each and every one of us, whether its attending our games or sponsoring our team, or just having our backs 🙂 Women in Waterpolo deserve the same amount of credit, attention and visibility like any other sport. We are an amazing family here, we deserve it’