This Sunday, October 3rd, will be the final match of the '09 season.
The match, starting at 2 PM, will feature another in our series of;
1- Exciting Polo.
2- Unique equestrian activities.
(note: Please see the October issue of Colts Neck Journal for information about last weeks Side- Saddle Event. This Sunday's match will be "Long Reining Demonstration" Featuring "Favorito" de Negrito, a Lusitano stallion trained to the highest level of classical horsemanship, owned by Charlie and Pat Cook.
The Lusitano Horse, known as the Spanish Andalusian or the Portuguese Lusitano, the Iberic horse is one of the oldest pure breeds in the world today. Their bravery and agility has been recorded in the bullring, on the battlefield, and in ceremony. Highly prized by nobility for their extravagant movements, the Iberic horse has been depicted in historical paintings and sculptures throughout the centuries. This breed has contributed to the bloodlines of many modern breeds including the famous Lipizzaner of the Spanish Riding School in Vienna.
The Classical Art of Long Reining
Long reining is the art of presenting the classical movements of dressage by which the handler is communicating with the horse from the ground. The handler works the "long reins" from his position directly behind the haunches. Only highly talented horses can be trained to perform the exercises on the long rein to full perfection. They are able to understand fully the directions from the handler, given exclusively by means of the reins. While not commonly seen at today's equestrian venues, the art of long reining continues to be taught and performed at the relatively few remaining classical equestrian schools in the world. The weather forecast is for a wonderful dy so please plan to attend. Because this is the last '09 match, attendance will be high and if you are not a regular member, and wish to attend, please e-mail you reservation request to help insure your space to (GEMENI423@CS.COM) Thank You, Your Colts Neck Polo Committee
Are you interested in hosting a non-profit or corporate event?
Colts Neck Polo has numerous dates available for Non-Profit and corporate events. If your organization or company would like additional information, please contact Carolyn O'Connell, Director of Publicity/Events at coco108@ comcast.net or call her at 732-500-7735.
Colts Neck Polo products available on line!
Don't Miss out on the
opportunity to display your Colts Neck Polo colors. A host of
official Colts Neck Polo products are available at most matches as
well as through the product link on our website.
Show your support for the team by wearing the latest apparel; start
your day with a Colts Neck Polo coffee mug; or keep warm at the ball
game with an embroidered blanket. You can also remember the
action by ordering the latest photos. Click here
for more information.
Show Support For Your Team
Colts Neck Polo has a number of sponsorship opportunities including sideboards, announcer stand, ad journal, sound system, and match awards. Rather volunteer? Colts Neck Polo has opportunities for volunteers to assist on match day assisting with parking, set up, and break down. Students in need of volunteer hours are welcome and we can provide letters of all hours worked. Please call or e-mail us for more information.