What is polo?
Polo has been referred to by some as the sport of kings because of its royal beginnings. Considered to be one of the first team sports in history, polo started in the 6th century BC as a training game for the cavalry units. Polo is played with long handled mallets where points are scored by hitting a ball into a goal. Some spectators say the sport of polo is similar to hockey on horseback.
Traditional polo is played on a grass field while collegiate polo is played in an arena that is 300 feet by 150 feet field, enclosed by walls of four or more feet in height.
Traditional polo is played on a grass field while collegiate polo is played in an arena that is 300 feet by 150 feet field, enclosed by walls of four or more feet in height.
Where does the Pacific Polo Club practice?
The University of the Pacific Polo Club practice about 40 minutes away from the Stockton campus at the Oakdale Polo Club facility in Oakdale, CA. Team members go in groups for safety reason three days a week. Generally, Saturday's we scrimmage with the other members of the Oakdale Polo Club.
Do I need my own horse?
No! In fact you do not want to use your own horse because in the sport of polo you rotate between strings of horses. The Pacific Polo Club uses the Oakdale Polo Club's horses for practices and games.
How do team members get to the Oakdale facilities?
Team members rotate drivers and car pool to get to the Oakdale Polo Club.
What type of time commitment is the Pacific Polo Club?
Practice for the Pacific Polo Club takes place 3 times a week, general two week days after classes leaving campus about 3pm and returning around 8pm and one weekend day often leaving campus as early as 7:30am and returning around 2pm.
How can I join?
For more information on joining you can visit the "Join Us" page.