The Gozitan waterpolo club Otters Nivea celebrated the 40th anniversary from its foundation by holding a reception at Palazzo Palina at the Hotel Ta’ Cenc.

In their early years Otters competed in the events held by the Gozo Aquatic Association. However from 1982 onwards they regularly took part in the National waterpolo competitions held by the ASA. This is a record participation for any Gozitan sports club or association.

Those present at this event were addressed by club president Enzo Dimech, founder members Frank Masini and George Calleja, ASA president Joe Caruana Curran, and the Gozo Minister’s personal assistant Anthony Borg. Three veteran players, Kevin Mizzi, Darren Saliba and Marc Tabone were given mementos in appreciation of their service to the club. The presentation was made by coach Alfred Cachia.

During the reception past and present players shared their experiences and thoroughly enjoyed a power point presentation of photos ably edited by photographer Daniel Cilia, a former player. The gathering was entertained by singers Morena and Spiro Sillato, and was supported by the club’s sponsors Nivea.