Some guys can sit in the saddle and get away with powering the ball with just their arm. However, in most cases, women are a smaller frame and they have to get up in the saddle, into their legs, and take full advantage of their body rotation to get power into their swings.
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Polo Tip #32: The “Master” Factor
The Masters do not look backwards, they look forward. They are able to place their entire focus on the remaining minutes of the game. They do not waste a single ounce of emotional energy on what has already passed.
The Sport of Kings: A Brief History of Polo
A brief 6-minute video on the history of polo and international polo competition such as the Olympics and the Pan American Games. The video includes a high-level overview of some of the international governing bodies of the sport, why they were created, and some of the innovations they’ve implemented to keep the game we all love going.
Welcome to Polo!
A neat little video produced by the United States Polo Association about getting involved in polo. Narrated by TV host, John Walsh this video features polo players from many different backgrounds who are enjoying the thrill of polo!
Polo Tip #31: Proper Timing
We are running towards the ball at speed, when we get to the ball, our mind (clue is our mind) tells us-ok, now, swing, hurry, NOW !! We swing and guess what? Way too late.
Polo Tip #30: Playing Smart – Overmounted or Improperly Mounted
Most of you know that the game of polo is all about the horse. If you don’t, you will. The most important factor is being comfortable on your horse, at whatever level of play.
Polo Tip #29: Belly Shots – Don’t They Do Those in Mexico?
This shot used to be called the millionaire’s shot. Because swinging into the legs of the horse would usually require getting new horses to replace the ones you lamed up.
Polo Tip #27: Playing Smart — Safety
It is true that we need to challenge ourselves to progress, but do it carefully. Polo is so much more fun when you are able to play the game for a long time.
Polo Tip #26: Playing Smart — Higher Percentage Shots
You should know the shots you are most comfortable with in making from your stick and balling. Those are the ones you should depend on in competitive play.