2021 Polocrosse Rulebook Replacement Pages
THE USPC PLEDGE USPC CORE VALUES As a Member of the United States Pony Club, I stand for the best in sportsmanship as well as in horsemanship. orsemanship with respect to healthcare, nutrition, sta- I shall compete for the enjoyment of the game well played and Hble management, handling and riding a mount safely, take winning or losing in stride, remembering that without good correctly and with confidence. manners and good temper, sport loses its cause for being. rganized teamwork including cooperation, com mu ni - I shall endeavor to maintain the best tradition of the ancient and Ocation, responsibility, leadership, men tor ing, teaching noble skill of horsemanship, always treating my horse and fostering a supportive yet competitive environment. with consideration due a partner. espect for the horse and self through horsemanship; for USPC MISSION STATEMENT Rland through land conservation; and for others through The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. develops character, leader- service and teamwork. ship, confidence, and a sense of community in youth through a ervice by providing an opportunity for members, par- program that teaches the care of horses and ponies, riding and Sents, and others to support the Pony Club program lo- mounted sports. cally, regionally and nationally through volunteerism. ducation at an individual pace to achieve personal goals Eand expand knowledge through teaching others. Introduction that bounces well and is caught, thrown, or carried in the net of a cane racquet. A Polocrosse competition tests the skills of the riders and their mounts in a game of horsemanship and ball handling skills. Polocrosse requires practice of ball handling skills—bouncing, picking up, and throwing and catching the ball in the net of Polocrosse develops strong self-confidence in riding ability the racquet.
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