Choose the mallet size that allows you the best opportunity to make all of your shots on both sides of the horse, without placing yourself at any more risk than our wonderful sport already provides.
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Polo Tip #4: Proper Stirrup Length
the current style has evolved to shorter stirrups, in the show world as well. This allows the player a little more stability at speed and the ability to raise up into your leg to achieve and maintain the proper hitting position.
Polo Tip #3: Right Lead? What Is That?
Knowing how to set a horse up properly for the proper lead or a lead change is a real asset for both reasons of maneuverability and your own safety.
Polo Tip #1: Improve Your Hitting Today – 3 Easy Steps
I always say, if you want to hit better, you need to ride better. With that said, let me give you a simple exercise that will improve your hitting immediately.
Polo Tips by Tom Goodspeed, Now in Downloadable PDF!
I’ve compiled all of Tom Goodspeed’s excellent Polo Tips articles into one downloadable and print-ready PDF file. Enjoy!
Tommy Hitchcock’s advice to his Westchester Cup teammates in 1930
Tommy Hitchcock Jr. carried a 10-goal handicap from 1922-1940. He was one of the greatest U.S. Polo players of all time. This is his advice to his Westchester Cup teammates in 1930.
Polo Advice and Wisdom from High-Goal Players
A collection of advice and wisdom from high-goal polo players.