The Calgary Polocrosse Association was established in 1992 although originally the game was played in Kelowna in the 1980s. The Calgary club has about 24 players in Spingbank, Okotoks and Millerville. 1000km across the country on the west coast, the game has also been played for some years in Vancouver. For more see their website.

The United Kingdom Polocrosse Association (UKPA) was formed in 1984. There are 18 clubs with approx 600 members and the sport is growing. Since the 2003 World Cup they have hosted tours from Ireland, South Africa and Zimbabwe and have sent tours to Ireland and the USA. The Association is looking forward to hosting a Mixed open team from Australia in 2006. The UKPA has been concentrating on improving player and coaching skills in preparation for the 2007 World Cup. For more visit click this link www.polocrosse.org.uk

Polocrosse was introduced in 1990 and currently there are eight clubs with over 500 members in the Irish Polocrosse Association (IPA).

At the first Irish Polocrosse Nationals in 1995, just two teams participated - nearly all players rode borrowed horses. At the recent Nationals some 38 teams (everyone on their own horses) participated at various levels from Primary through to A Grade.

In a country renowned for its horses and the unusual but fast, ancient game of Hurling, it is no surprise that the Polocrosse bug has been caught by so many people from all walks of life in Ireland.

The growth in Ireland has been spearheaded by the kindness of established playing countries, who have hosted and offered to host Irish players and tours. In particular they are the UK, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Zimbabwe and South Africa, together with on-going support over the years from the International Polocrosse Council. Similarly the Irish have assisted other start-up countries, providing support and coaching to both Norway and Germany .

The Irish are looking forward to the second Polocrosse World Cup and getting acquainted with old and new friends both on and off the field Down Under. For more email IPA Secretary Martin O'Malley or to see their website click here.

New Zealand Polocrosse Council (Inc) was formed in 1974 although Polocrosse was played there since 1967. Today there are about 330 players and 18 clubs. Contact NZ Polocrosse Council by email. To visit their official website click here.

Polocrosse was introduced to SA in 1949 and the first formal championship was held in 1972 the same year Polocrosse Association of South Africa (PASA) was formed. The sport continues to grow in poularity and currently there are almost 600 affiliated members and 32 clubs. See www.polocrosse.org.za or email pasa@future.net.co.za

USA - The American Polocrosse Association (APA) was created in 1984 in Phoenix , Arizona. It has helped Polocrosse clubs organise and play from coast to coast with about 32 active clubs. The interest continues to build as the United States Pony Club has accepted Polocrosse as one of its eight disciplines, so enthusiastic kids can play the sport in both organisations.

The APA offers members sanctioned tournaments, clinics to clubs and newcomers, an umpire certification program, a rulebook and all official publications. The new Player Development Program includes clinics, a coaching accreditation program, and a program for those interested in international play.

Gaining experience in the world of international games, the APA has maintained an exchange with New South Wales Juniors for years, traveled to Australia for the 2003 World Cup, hosted visiting teams from the UK (Women's Team in 2002; Men's Team in 2005), Canada (2004 and 2005) and Ireland (2005). International exchanges are recognized as a great opportunity for learning and improving the level of play in the United States .

Learn more about the APA http://www.americanpolocrosse.org

Polocrosse was introduced into the then Rhodesia in 1948 by Dr. H. M. Strover who had read about the sport in a magazine on a visit to England . Impressed with what he read, he returned to his hometown of Fort Victoria (Masvingo) and soon had a keen following. 1950 saw the first Inter Club match between Fort Victoria (Masvingo) and Rhodesdale Club of the Mvuma area.

By 1968, 144 players were registered from 12 clubs and the first International Tests against South Africa were held there at Ladysmith and Estcourt. This was followed the following year when a touring South African team visited Zimbabwe.

In 1972 the Australia team toured Zimbabwe, then in 1983 the first Zimbabwe side to tour Australia. Zimbabwe participated in the first World Series in 1988, followed by its first Polocrosse contact with United Kingdom in 1991. 1992 saw the resumption of contact with South Africa after their isolation. In 1997 Zimbabwe claimed the mantle of World Champions, being unbeaten against Australia, New Zealand and South Africa in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.

In 2003 Zimbabwe attended the inaugural Polocrosse World Cup in Warwick, Australia , achieving a disappointing fourth place. However, the following year Zimbabwe retained the Africa Cup by white-washing South Africa across a range of grades. It was in that year also international Polocrosse was first competed with Zambia.

During 2005, Zimbabwe 's Under 16 Team attended the Junior Quadrangular Test Series in Albury NSW, Australia to come third. Zimbabwe will also visit the UK for an Open and Under 21, four Test Series.

Current Committee of the Polocrosse Association of Zimbabwe :

• President - Richard Mostert
• Vice President - Vacant
• Chief Umpire - Gary Dodd
• Director Of Coaching - Shannon Burbidge
• Chief Handicapper - Arlene Crooke
• Treasurer - Julia Fisher
• Secretary - Irene Kilpert

Provincial Chairmen:

• Mashonaland - Rob Gardini
• Manicaland - Rob Panter
• Midlands - Willie Swan
• Matabeleland - Allan Malloy

Zimbabwe currently has 156 playing members from ten clubs down from a peak of 420 in 1996. The playing season starts in March and ends in August. For more information visit their official website by clicking here or by email contact Shannon@zol.co.zw