The Ninth Chukka JUNE 2015 THE NINTH CHUKKA CONTENTS Umpires Whistle SUCCESS World Cup info World Cup Raffle Powerful team From the sideline Birthday Wishes For Sale Umpire’s Whistle Contact: [email protected]Hi Guys, So it’s my turn to cover the umpires whis- tle this month and I thought I’d touch on some basic rules when it comes to umpir- ing. When umpiring (at tournament level) both umpires need to be in whites as well as riding boots, no umpire is al- lowed to umpire in casual shoes. Two goal judges need to be behind the goal posts prior to the game starng, and ONLY TWO. Please make sure you have goal judges ready prior to the start of the game to save me. No horses are allowed behind the goal posts. At the start of the game both umpires will have a chat to the players to make sure everyone is on the same page with regards to the rules, this doesn’t qualify as a chat “Ok you guys all know the rules so let’s keep it clean and have fun”. For new umpires who haven’t umpired before these are the things that need to be checked before the start of the game, Whips have flaps Spurs don’t have any sharp points Players have surcingle’s and breast- plates on their saddles Ask if there are any leſt handed players Players would have supplied a suitable ball and umpires ponies Two goal judges behind each set of goal posts – no under 16’s Table has two officials ready, one to keep score and a mekeeper. Briefly chat to players regarding rules i.e. dangerous riding, sck swinging, crossing behind and in front of other horses etc. Remember guys everyone makes mistakes so don’t be scared to blow the whistle Andrew See your goal Understand the obstacles Create a positive mental picture Clear your mind of self doubt Embrace the challenge Stay on track Show the WORLD you can do it !!
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The Ninth Chukka J U N E 2 0 1 5 T H E N I N T H C H U K K A
There is limited camping space at the Durban Shongweni Club for the World Cup 2015.
Camp sites need to be booked and secured in advance, please contact Gill Cooper by 1st of May.
The cost is R75 per person per night, no electrical points and sites are 4m x 4m
SPONSORS We’re still looking for a title sponsor, as well as any additional support for smaller sponsor-ships—we are looking for any amount from R100 to R100 000. If anyone would like to help us by distributing the proposal to any contacts they might have, please contact Ashleigh on [email protected].
HORSES Anyone who would like to see their horse playing in the World Cup, please let Bruce Maclarty know. Our umpires are going to need some noble steeds for the World Cup. If anyone is prepared to offer their horses for umpiring at the World Cup, please contact Gavin ([email protected]) or Ashleigh ([email protected]).
FROM THE SIDELINE Natal Champs After all these years, I am always amazed at the reception I get from everyone af-ter being out of polocrosse for so long. Whilst I enjoy a good game of rugby, the multiple skills exhibited by players, cou-pled with the natural competitiveness of horses and the fact all the action (of which there is plenty) takes place close to you and not far away on the other side of the field, still makes polocrosse the greatest game of all! It was great for me to see many “pee wees” playing, with quiet a few, being third generation players. Whilst not all that serious in the context of where it occurred, with very few out-siders present, what happened in the A Division final around the dispute with the Umpires was not acceptable. And don’t blame the Umpires – consistent fouling and back chat made it very difficult for them! Also guys, the purposeful delays by team mates to eat up the playing time when one section member was sidelined by the umpires for 2 minutes, did not look good. Come on chaps – if you’re fouled, either forget it or let the captain speak to the umpires between chukkas. Alternatively wait for an appropriate opportunity to take revenge – but don’t cry or argue! To Bishopstowe – thanks again for a lovely tournament. Just organise less wind and dust next time. Regards,
Rad
Our team will be keeping
the cup at World Cup
2015 !! A very big thank
you to all the committee
members on the World
Cup committee. Your ef-
forts are commendable!!
P A G E 4
Birthday Wishes
T H E N I N T H C H U K K A
1 Lynton Bauer
5 Charles van Wyk
6 Ross Odell
7 Graeme Horne
Liam Classen
8 Mark Gemmill
Ruth O’Sullivan
9 Ryan Pretorius
11 Julie Skinner
12 Nicola Rae
14 Jens Bunge
Wian Starbuck
16 Mike Elston
17 Anel Dafel
18 Eduard Schuch
20 Meegan Heath
22 Steve Godfrey
23 Megan Hucker
Marnus Muller
24 Debbie Dick
27 Peter Green
Emily Bohmer
Jean Hackland
29 Lize Marie van der Nest
FOR SALE
Ready for the 2015 polocrosse season/world cup Here your opportunity to buy a top class horse. Just Joe. 5 years old 15.2h Bay Gelding. Has a Kissing spin. Breed by Squwak Whaley. Has played A division. Very fast little horse. Well-schooled. Will suit junior or adult. Has PASA passport. Vac-cines and inoculation up to date. R20000.00 not neg. Vereeniging. Please communicate via e-mail if interested.
HOLLEY : 12 year old Bay mare, 15.3hh. This big strong mare has a massive heart and is great as a 1, 2 or 3. She has a lot of experience, sad sale due to owner giving up riding. Would suite experienced rider. R15 000.00 Contact: Priscilla Dent at [email protected] Marinda Miles is looking to buy a Kilmore Stock Saddle, please contact her on 0832634387, if you can be of assis-tance.
