Sometimes I hear people being taught to always turn away from your backhanders with respect to the line of the ball. I strongly suggest you continue straight, look, and then your decision should be obvious and your shots will be more powerful.
Polo Tip #13: Polo Bandages, Pro Choice, Boots?
Recently, there were some great questions posted in the PoloBARN message board on the subject of polo wraps. The first comment I will make is that you are always well advised to check in with your veterinarian as to the best strategy for your horses. I say this because there are various options depending on [...]
Polo Tip #14: Playing The Number Two Position
Position Number Two, Greatest Attributes: Effort, Horses, Finesse
Polo Tip #15: Emergency Dismount From A Moving Horse
I have saved a situation many a time with a simple dismount. You need to be comfortable with the quickest way off a horse and how to land in a manner to minimize the potential for injury.
Polo Tip #16: Hooking Mallets
Hooking is the second best alternative in the list of defensive plays. If we place our self in position properly as soon as the play turns, we should be able to get advantage on our opponent with a ride-off and have the ball on our free side to hit.
Polo Tip #17: Player Number Three
Player Number Three, Greatest Attributes: Playmaker. Field Leader.
Polo Tip #18: Open And Away Shots
A little trick in hitting better away or open angles on your backshots is to move your horse’s head a little away from the side you are swinging.
Polo Tip #19: The Break Away
Well, every once in a while, we all miss our man. Missing a man often times results in the development of a breakaway. Now how do we handle this opportunity that each team will be given a limited number of times in every match.
Polo Tip #20: Field Awareness
“Field Awareness”, next to horsemanship, is probably the most important factor when it comes to your own safety as well as the ability to make better play decisions.