Loss to ASV Ströck Wien 8:14, then a win over Delfin Rovinj 13:11 — the team's growing maturity.
On 31 January and 1 February 2026 the water polo team NTS Koper — Hanna took part in the fifth Adriatic Water Polo League tournament in Rovinj. Despite a depleted squad, the team competed with full determination.
Saturday: ASV Ströck Wien — Koper 14:8
In Saturday's encounter Koper lost to ASV Ströck Wien 8:14. "The first half was even, full of hard battles and head-to-head duels — the defences on both sides held firm." The Austrian side then pulled away thanks to faster counter-attacks and a deeper player rotation.
Sunday: VK Delfin Rovinj — Koper 11:13
Sunday brought better results. Against VK Delfin Rovinj, Koper led throughout and won 13:11. "The many exclusions and a match played short-handed didn't break the team — they showed maturity, fight and togetherness."
After five tournaments, NTS Koper — Hanna sits in the middle of the AWL standings. Head coach Blaž Ćeklić highlights strengthening the defence and attacking efficiency as development priorities.
