An eye-witness account of the English final at Rochdale, by John Hodgson
Today's water-polo final should be a keenly contested and exciting event, and John Hodgson-President of the Amateur Swimming Association, and now an experienced broadcaster-is the right man to appreciate and describe the thrills. He knows the tension of playing in the final, having had three experiences of it himself.
Five areas take it in turn to have the annual final game within their boundaries and the North is sure to provide an enthusiatic audience for today's match. The record number of wins in these water polo contests is held by Hyde Seal , who have triumphed nine times ; Plaistow United run them close with eight wins, the last three being in succession.