Members, players, staff and the horses at Eldorado Polo Club are really excited about the upcoming season. With Graham Bray at the helm, our field restoration efforts over the off season are proving to deliver great results, especially fields One, Four and International.
The polo is shaping up to be fast, exciting and very competitive. We currently have six teams registered in the 4 – 6 Goal and five teams in the 10 – 12 Goal for January with more teams confirmed to come on board in February and March. Any patrons that are interested in putting in a sixth 10 – 12 Goal team in January to round out the competition would be extremely welcome.
In the 10 – 12 Goal, we are pleased to welcome back Jenny Luttrell and her Cotterel Farms teams in both the 12 Goal and 6 Goal, Ron and Krista Bonaguidi’s Hanalei Bay also with teams in the 12 and 6. Geoff Palmer and his Antelope outfit are back along with John Rooney from Calgary Canada and his Northern Blizzard team. Chris Maloney’s Tri Tech makes a welcome return to Eldorado, teaming up with Triangle Bar Farms to form a very competitive team.
The 4 – 6 Goal sees some very competitive outfits taking the field. Pat Powell returns from Calgary Canada with his Blazers team and Reg Whyte is also joining us again from north of the border. Dan Horn and Dan Walker are once again teaming up along with new addition, Leigh Brecheen, to form the Palm Desert team. Craig Steinke is making a comeback to Eldorado, teaming up with nutrition expert Colleen Wilson to form the Stormcat/Adeptus combo. Suzanne Figi is also bringing her Gypsy Polo outfit to Eldorado this season to round out the January roster.
We are also taking team nominations for the 0 Goal league for those who are looking to have some fun with a bit of healthy competition. Eldorado is also pleased to welcome Rick Sears, USPA Professional Umpire, who will be joining us this season and keeping us all safe out on the fields.
Also, the annual Holiday Tournament is fast approaching, December 27th-30th, team and individual nominations are welcome. This tournament will be open to all levels and we can assist putting together teams to make it a fun event!
If you are looking to dust the cob webs off before the season starts we have a 2 day pre-season Polo Clinic to be hosted by Corky and Cathy Linfoot on December 15 & 16, there are quite a few people signed up already, so make sure to reserve your spot with these legendary teachers and spread the word to your friends who want to get into polo or improve their skills. Polo tuition is also offered throughout the season at the Eldorado Polo & Riding Academy headed up by Kyle Fargey and his barn full of safe, talented polo school horses. The Academy caters instruction to everyone from beginner riders to seasoned polo players who are looking to fine-tune their game.
The Polo Office is open so feel free to drop in and say hello to Graham, Debbie, Rob, Lacey and James, they are happy to answer any questions you may have. Check the Polo Office notice board for the daily stick and ball information and the upcoming practice chukkers which are due to start on December 15.
For further information check out our website www.eldoradopoloclub.com or contact the Polo Office at (760)-342-2223 or eldorado@eldoradopoloclub.com