About PolocrosseA team sport played all over the world, particularly in nations of the British Commonwealth, polocrosse originated in Australia before the Second World War. As a combonation between polo and lacrosse, it offers challenges to equestrians and athletes of all abilities and ages. Safety and good horsemanship are the top goals of polocrosse at all levels. A team consists of 6 players, divided into two sections of three who play 3-4 alternate chukkas of six minutes, and eight minutes in international games. A match comprises six or eight chukkas. The three players in each section play the position of a # 1, attack, a # 2, midfield ( a combination of defence and offence), or a #3, defence. The field is divided into 3 distinct sections: 2 endzones and centre field. In each endzone, the only players allowed to enter are the defending team's #3 and the opposing team's #1. Players may travel freely about centre field. No player is permitted to carry the ball accross the lines which define these zones; they must either bounce the ball accross the line to themselves, or pass it to another player who is accross the line. At the edge of each endzone, two vertical posts mark the goal, which is surrounded by a line in the form of a semi-circle around the goal. In order to score a goal, the team's #1 player must toss the ball through the posts from anywhere outside the semi-circle. The field measures 60 x 160 yards:
A full match consists of either 6 or 8 chukkas. In Canada, there are 4 divisions of play, from A - D, which range from complete beginners to international competitors. A more detailed description of the rules of the game can be found by following this link.
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