10 Polo Playing Tips
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Balance before power. Keep your weight centered over the horse so your swing stays clean and stable.
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Keep your eyes up. Look where you want the ball to go before you swing.
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Use your legs more than your hands. Control the horse primarily with leg pressure, keeping rein contact soft.
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Make a smooth, relaxed swing. Let the mallet move like a pendulum instead of muscling the stroke.
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Keep your horse straight. A straight approach gives you better timing and cleaner contact.
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Read the play early. Anticipate where the next play will be instead of chasing the ball.
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Ride off with your seat, not your hands. Keep your reins steady and use body weight, not pulling.
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Shorten the stride near the ball. A slightly shorter step gives more accuracy and stability.
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Communicate with your team. Call the line, call your man/woman, and say what your doing if needed.
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Stay calm after misses. Reset fast—the play keeps moving.
