Millarville Polocrosse Club is a non-profit club, committed to teaching and playing Polocrosse. We have been playing on a field just a couple of minutes north-west of Millarville in Alberta, Canada since 2004. The gorgeous backdrop of the rockies, the friendly atmosphere, and the great game of Polocrosse will ensure that you come back for more. Everyone is invited to join our club, and spectators are always welcome. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information about Polocrosse, the club, or upcoming events!

The Game

It is a team sport played on horseback using a racket and a sponge rubber ball. Teams comprised of six players make up 2 sides (three players are on the field, while three rest). Each side of three is made up of a number 1 (the goal scorer), a number 2 (center fielder or play maker) and a number 3 (defense). There is no goalie defending the goal posts that stand 2.5 meters apart and infinitely high. Play is in timed periods or chukkas lasting up to 8 minutes with each side playing up to 4 chukkas. The game begins with three players from each team lining up two abreast in center field facing the umpire. Play commences when the umpire throws the ball down the center of the line and each team tries to take control. The ball is scooped up and carried down field and ultimately thrown between the opponents goal posts. The opposing team tries to block the ball carrier and/or dislodge the ball from their racket and cause a turn over. The game is closely monitored by an umpire, ensuring the safety of both the players and horses.

KING OF THE ONE HORSE SPORTS

Unlike its namesake Polo, you need only one horse. In fact you are only allowed to use one horse when entering a competition. There are no limits as to size, age or breed, only stallions are restricted. A wide spectrum of horses and riders are now competing from team penners to three day eventers, Quarter Horses to Arabians, professionals to new comers. Emphasis is on safety, conditioning, training, horsemanship and fun.

Something For Everyone

Polocrosse is a sport open to every age and ability. We have people joining that are just learning to ride, to people that have competed internationally in other disciplines. You can move up the levels as quickly as you want and be as competitive as you have time for.

Played around the world

Polocrosse was first developed in England in the 1930’s as a set of exercises to teach and improve riding skills. Reaching Australia in the early 1940’s polocrosse soon evolved into a fast paced competitive sport. Polocrosse is now played worldwide. The Polocrosse World Cup was held April 23-29 2007 and included teams from Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Zimbabwe, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States and Canada. The next World Cup in 2011, being held in the United Kingdom, hopes to host an additional four countries from France, Germany, Norway and Zambia. There will be numerous opportunities to travel around the world with a team over the next several years, and even the chance to represent Canada on the next World Cup team. So now is your chance to learn this internationally played sport and meet people from around the world!

WHAT DOES POLOCROSSE OFFER?

• A way to improve your horsemanship and riding skills while having fun.
• A competitive team sport with local and international competition.
• Affordable fast paced action.
• A sport the whole family can play.
• International travel & play with opportunities to represent Canada.
  

  “Make this the year you come out & try it!”

POLOCROSSE SCHEDULE 2008

League Play from May - October:

• Practices at 7:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday.
• Games are played Sundays at 10:00.

Tournaments:

• July 5-6 Stampede Classic Tournament, Foothills Club Aldersyde Field - Pam 938-4946.
• August 16-17 Millarville Tournament, Millarville Field Sue 931-3610.
• September 6 Calgary Club Tournament, Calgary Field Lesley 249-1831.
• Clubs will also be attending US tournaments in:
  • Washington the weekends of July 26-27
  • American Nationals in Colorado, August 30 & 31

Watch for a demo in your area:

• April 12th Buck Stock n’ Barrels Rodeo Claresholm - Pam 938-4946.
• May 3rd Dessa Hockley, Millarville Sue 931-3610.
• May 7 - 14th Junior side to Austin Texas Sue 931-3610.
• May 25-26 Stettler Clinic 4H Rusty Spur club Jacquie 938-5577.
  
• June 6-7 Millarville Pony Club Clinic Sue 931-3610.
• June 9 & 10 North Vancouver Island Horse, Comox BC Rotary Bowl Stan (250) 861-7681.
• June 14-15 Kelowna BC Bits and Bridle Club Stan (250) 861-7681
• July 4 -13 Calgary Stampede Big Top Tent Sue 931-3610

Dates and times may change, please call to confirm before heading out.

Want to book a Polocrosse Clinic for your club, contact us, we’d love to come out and get you started!

Kayla Hicks
Phone: (403) 931-3610
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