The four shots include the cut shot, neck shot, open backhand and tail backhand. The cut shot is observed when the player hits the ball to the right while riding forward and is considered as one of the most difficult shots to play. The open backhand is a defensive shot played away from the horse’s body, and the tail backhand is a defensive shot that is played in between the tail of the horse.

Do not forget the neck shot which is played by hitting the ball under the horse’s neck. To top it all, when you see a player hitting an exemplary shot just commend it by saying “tidy.” Polo has its share of etiquettes like other games which dictate the prevention of any untoward behavior on the field. However, the game of polo brings forward many individuals that play dirty with elbowing as the most common form of foul committed on the field.

Even though swearing in English is not the accepted norm in Polo, you could always rely on Spanish to sound like an Argentine thereby indicating that you have been to Argentina that is the modern Mecca of Polo and have knowledge of the sport. Apart from the swearing, it is completely necessary to maintain silence before the attempt of a player at hitting a penalty.

Another notable and mandatory aspect of being a member of a Polo Club in Bridgehampton, NY or any other place in this world is the attire. The basic thing to be noted here is that if you are not playing then don’t ever wear the polo attire. It is advisable to do a nice pair of chinos and a shirt with a blazer, and in cases of events attended by royalty, it would be wise to wear a tie also.