APLU Asia Pacifoc Lacrosse Union

A quick personal reflection on the 2026 APLU World Champ qualifiers

MATCH REPORT: Australia 29 – 2 New Zealand Tournament:  2026 Asia-Pacific Men’s Lacrosse Championship Venue:  Upper Hutt, Wellington Status:  Full Time The Sharks have Unleashed The Australian Men’s National Team has officially started their 2026 World Championship Qualifying campaign with a resounding 29–2  victory over host nation New Zealand. In a match that showcased the gap between the world-ranked Sharks and the emerging Kiwi squad, Australia combined clinical transitio

The stage is set in Wellington, New Zealand, for one of the most important lacrosse events in the Asia-Pacific region—the APLU World Cup Qualifiers 2026. From January 6–11, seven nations will battle for a chance to secure their spot at the 2027 World Lacrosse Men’s Championship in Tokyo. For Australia, this tournament is more than a qualifier—it’s a statement of intent. What’s at Stake Japan, as host of the 2027 World Championship, is already qualified. That leaves three spot