In 1997, Zimbabwe made history by becoming the World Champions in polocrosse. The Zimbabwean team went unbeaten against top international sides—Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa—at the championship held in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. This remarkable feat is considered one of the country’s most unique and celebrated sporting achievements.

Polocrosse was introduced to Zimbabwe (then Rhodesia) in 1948 by Dr. H. M. Strover, and the sport quickly gained popularity, especially in rural communities. Over the decades, Zimbabwe developed a strong polocrosse tradition, regularly competing against regional and international teams and participating in global tournaments.

After their 1997 world championship, Zimbabwe continued to perform well in polocrosse. The country placed fourth at the inaugural World Cup in 2003 and won the Africa Cup in 2004. However, the number of active players has declined in recent years due to economic challenges and emigration, but polocrosse remains a notable part of Zimbabwe’s sporting culture.