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International polocrosse elite, tourists converge

A gala evening and team introductions for the polocrosse event will take place at The Barn at Westown Square on July 16.

The 2026 Westown Square Polocrosse High Goal is expected to attract elite players, passionate supporters, and visitors from around the world.

Taking place from July 16-19 at the Durban Shongweni Club, the event is expected to further raise the profile of the region while supporting local tourism, hospitality and business activity.

Westown Square has been announced as the title sponsor of one of South Africa’s premier polocrosse events, in a partnership that seeks to celebrate sporting excellence and community connection.

Orthosport Player, Stefan Harris. Photo: Supplied

Founded in 2016, the Shongweni Polocrosse High Goal has grown into one of the most anticipated events on the international polocrosse calendar, attracting competitors from countries including Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Ireland, Zimbabwe and Zambia.

“As the 2026 Westown Square Polocrosse High Goal approaches, both organisations share a vision of growing the sport, welcoming new audiences and showcasing the best of what KwaZulu-Natal has to offer”, said Carlos Correia, Westown Square developer and CEO of the Fundamentum Group.

IronHorse Player, Jannie Steenkamp. Photo: Supplied

Shongweni Polocrosse chairperson Samantha Heynes welcomed the partnership, describing it as “a natural alignment between two organisations invested in the future of the region”.

“The Durban Shongweni Club and Westown Square have both become important destinations within the Outer West, each attracting people through unique experiences and a strong sense of community.

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Westown Square’s support will help elevate the event even further and strengthen its reputation as one of the leading tournaments in the world.”

The collaboration will extend beyond the tournament itself, with the official Gala Evening and team introductions taking place at The Barn at Westown Square on July 16, ahead of a weekend of world-class polocrosse action.

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Wendy Sithole

Wendy Sithole is currently a community media journalist, attached to Berea Mail (Durban). She first joined Caxton Newspapers in 2004. After a newsroom hiatus she rejoined Caxton in 2024. She is responsible for reporting through writing and photography, for both print copy and digital platforms. She studied Journalism and Social Sciences. Apart from reporting, Wendy possesses vast knowledge in the spheres Communication, of Public Relations and Events publicity.

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