A1 Ethniki Water Polo


The A1 Ethniki, often referred to as the Greek Water Polo League, is the highest professional water polo league in Greece. It is run by the Hellenic Swimming Federation. It is considered one of the top national leagues in European water polo, as its clubs have made significant success in European competitions.
Olympiacos Piraeus has conquered the most Greek League titles, with 39. Ethnikos also has the record for consecutive championships, with 18.

History

  • 1923-27: Panhellenic Championship
  • 1927–28 to 1965-66: Panhellenic Championship
  • 1966–67 to 1985-86: A Ethniki
  • 1986–87 to present: 'A1 Ethniki '''''

Title holders

Olympiacos Piraeus

Titles by club

* The 1969 Championship was shared between Olympiacos and Ethnikos

Consecutive championships

18 in a row' Ethnikos Piraeus→1953–1970
14 in a row
13 in a row
9 in a row
6 in a row
5 in a row
3 in a row
2 in a row

Appearances in A' Ethniki (1967―2025)

A' Ethniki started in 1967, but the Greek championship started in 1923 as a Panhellenic Championship. The Hellenic Swimming Federation declares all championship winning teams as champions from 1928 and onwards. Teams in bold participate in the 2024–25 season.