Megan Philip writes on behalf of the organising Committee:
The Southern NSW Junior Polo School (held over three days in the school holidays) was a brilliant success with 26 young riders involved.
The standard of the instruction was outstanding with many top level players giving up their time to support the school, much to the delight of the kids! (Simon Hill, Rick McCarthy, Henry Bell, Angus Campbell, Marty Ingham & Corin Gibbs to name a few.)
The committee would like to thank the hospitality of the Garangula Polo Club in hosting the School, as the juniors were very lucky to have the opportunity to play on fields that are second to none. The school all went very smoothly in such a great environment.
Every young player involved improved dramatically over the three days and Most Improved Awards went to: Archie Dowling, Ollie White, Jasmine Hill and George Philip. Harry Head's Emmy received Best Pony.
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Venue: Garangula, Harden
Date: 16th Tuesday. 17th Wednesday & 18thThursday April 2013
Time: 9.30am - 4.00 pm
The Southern Junior Polo School welcome experienced riders 8 – 18yr of age. Simon Hill of “Garangula” has co-ordinated an excellent team of coaches to instruct for the three days.
It is beneficial to bring a pony with the ability to stick and ball. Appropriate tack, including head check and bandages or protective boots are required. All riders must have a riding helmet,wearing a glove and safety glasses is recommended. Colours for Southern NSW Junior Polo School for 2013 are Navy and White. Please bring a t-shirt one of each colour, polo mallet, labelled drink bottle and sunscreen. Caps will be available for sale. Bring swimmers if warm weather continues!
Day yards are available on the grounds. Feed and buckets are required. Please leave the yards as you found them.
Our day will commence at 9.30 with a briefing at the club house, horses are to be tacked up and ready to start. Garangula will host a bbq lunch each day for all participants. Morning and afternoon tea will be available.
Accommodation is available in neighbouring towns Jugiong, Harden, Binalong and Young.
Before mounting, each rider must sign the policy and procedure form which will be handed out on the first day at the 9.30 briefing.
Registration details are available through NSW Polo Association, listed under Garangula. Registration needs to be completed by April 12th, 2013. Cost of the school is $180.00 per rider or $150.00 if you are already an NSWPA full junior member.
Most importantly bring your smile and you are guaranteed a fun filled couple of days.
Contact: Fi Finlay 0418 520059 or Sonia Dowling 0427 846384 in the first instance prior to registration, or if you have any queries.
Cost: $180 pp which includes liability & basic personal accident insurance. (or $150 pp for existing Full Junior Members only, this excludes insurance)
Ready to sign up? Go to
www.nswpolo.com.au, click on Players Login. Select New Registration, then Garangula Polo Club.