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Polocrosse, Fun, BBQ, and Dancing!
January 15, 2012
Come to tthe Blue Crab Classic on Jun 9th and 10th 2012!
Club Officers:
Bay Area Polocrosse
January 15, 2012
President: Karen Gardiner
Vice-President: Linda Harris
Treasurer: Tim Grey
Secretaries: Keri Lobas
RecentEvents:
Bay Area Polocrosse
January 15, 2012
It's cold here, but we are still getting ready for Spring!
Frequently Asked Questions
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- What is polocrosse?
- Where does Bay Area practice ?
- How old do you have to be to play ?
- How do I join Bay Area and the American Polocrosse Association ?
- Do I need special equipment?
- I don't ride, how do I help or get involved ?
What is polocrosse ?
- Although polocrosse resembles the American Indian game of lacrosse, its origins date back hundreds of years to Persia and its sister sport of polo. In England, polocrosse was an indoor exercise to teach people how to ride a horse. The modern game took shape in Australia in the 1930's. Today, there are over 6,000 players in the world. After participating in the 2003 Polocroosse World Cup tournament, the United States has developed "exchange programs" with several other countries.
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Where does Bay Area practice?
- Although polocrosse resembles the American Indian game of lacrosse, its origins date back hundreds of years to Persia and its sister sport of polo. In England, polocrosse was an indoor exercise to teach people how to ride a horse. The modern game took shape in Australia in the 1930's. Today, there are over 6,000 players in the world. After participating in the 2003 Polocroosse World Cup tournament, the United States has developed "exchange programs" with several other countries.
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How old do you have to be to play?
- Almost any age can play polocrosse. We have very young members playing in lead line games to players in their 70's and 80's! Skills can be learned and almost anyone can play.
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How do I join Bay Area and/or the A,erican Polocrosse Association?
- Visit our membership page, download the Bay Area membership form, fill out all sections and mail to our Treasurer. If you have questions or want to come watch a practice please contact our President, Karen Gardiner or visit our About Bay Area or Contact page for more information! Due to insurance requirements, a rider must be a member to participate in a mounted practice. All are welcome to come and watch a practice or ask questions before joining.
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Do I need special equipment?
- Well, yes, but not much! For Humans: All players MUST wear an ASTM/SEI or AS/NZ 3838 approved equestrian helmet at all times while mounted. Many polocrosse players prefer to wear the Austrailian made New Derby helmet because a face guard can be attached. However, any apporved helmet, in good condition may be worn. You wil also need a polocrosse raquet (available from Polocrosse 365) and for tournaments you will need to wear white jeans or riding pants with a club jersey.
- For Horses: To provide the best possible protection for our equine atheletes, all four legs must be protected with bell boots and polo wraps (or sports medicine boots).
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I don't ride, how do I help or get involved ?
- We love helpers! We are always looking for help with fundraising, many aspects of helping host our annual tournamant and locations for practices. You don't have to ride or play polocrosse to love the sport or help us run a great club and a host a wonderful tournament!
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