Polo In The California Desert

I was just reminded of a local activity that locals and visitors alike to the Palm Springs area can enjoy.  The activity is something most wouldn't associate with the desert, but it's here nonetheless, and offers something different and exciting that our guests can experience;

Sunday polo matches at Eldorado Polo Club in Indio started on January 7 and continue through April 1 (Sorry For the Late Notice).  Matches occur at 12 and 2 pm and there are still two weekends of polo left. 

Watching polo can be an extremely exciting way to spend the day, and admission is just $10 per car. Spectators can tailgate on the berm, reserve a table in the Clubhouse Restaurant or enjoy a refreshing drink and meal on the field-side patio of the Cantina.  All guests can enjoy the food options and fully stocked bar while being given a play by play analysis by Tony Gregg, the resident announcer.

Polo is played on a massive field the size of nine football fields (300 x 160 yards), to accommodate the intense speed and pace of the game. Horse and player traffic can extend just outside of the low wooden border but as soon as the ball leaves the field, it is out-of-bounds and stops play.

Goal posts stand 8 yards apart at either end of the field. A goal is scored by hitting the ball between the two goal posts at any height. A goal is confirmed by the flag bearer standing (at a safe distance) behind each goal. It pays to keep your eye on the ball but also on your team because they change directions each time a goal is scored, in order to equalize playing conditions.

For clubhouse reservations, please call  (760)-831-7656.

To Learn More about polo, click here:  http://eldoradopoloclub.com/about-polo/