Wednesday, Dec. 9th 2009 More of the best Grass Polo Ever

Seven came out to brave Arizona's cold season. I know you folks from other parts of the world may laugh, but when it's 35/40 degrees in the desert, it's cold. Layering is the way. Peel off clothes as you sweat, and put'em back on when you rest.

We also had a guest. Mikes friend, Stu rode down to have a look and shoot some foto's and a video. IN THE DARK ! Check it out : http://onespeedgo.blogspot.com/2009/12/midweek-early-winter-nighttime-bike.html

Awesome games. Tracy made it out too. She is an incredible person. Greg, our fixie rider came also, rode a borrowed bike and froze his A off.

Mailman Jay, Jacob, Mike T., Troy, Tracy, Greg and Me.

Oh and by the way, it was so cold that we did not stop to rest between games. 3 games played. Done by 10:30 pm. One of the games went to 15. Even teams again. Troy is a Maniac !

Update: Looks like an Exhabition game will be scheduled at th YMCA roller rink soon. We wanna play there, they want to see what it is all about. So stand by for more updates.

The LA Hardcourt BBQ and Polo Tourny is confirmed Jan 30. We will have at least 2 teams go to this. Hollywood Roller Rink. Here we come.

Till next time......Jeff

Whats wrong with this picture ?

1. Bitchin Colnago track frame made into a fixie hipster thing.

2. The $10.00 cheap front basket and 1972 bars.

3. Only my opinion Doug

4. Thanks for the comment.

Monday Night AZHC Polo in Tempe and Two Bux !

Well, Justin asked for it, and got it. $2.00 throw in mini-tourney bike polo match. And it was a blast. If you wanted to play, put in your two bux, throw your mallot in the pile, and randomly toss 3 per team in piles. Surprisingly there were 5 teams for double elimination bracket play on a monday night, and dozens of spectators. The final outcome surprised us all. Once your team was randomly selected, you stayed with that team to the end. Piranha#1, aka: Jacob Boyd, Davy Carfax, and Greg, won it all!! Holy crap!! My eleven year old grandson was fer sure mvp of the match. His dad, Mailman Jay was very proud, as well as everyone there. They lost one game in semi's and won the last two games in sudden death back to back. Davy had two coast to coast scoring runs too. And had a rear blow out that sounded like a gun blast that got everyones attention. Then finished on a borrowed bike. Truely, these guys beat some of Arizonas best.

Jacob also got tangled up with Davy, went down, handle bar to sternom, 15 people to his aid, got up, no tears, and continued to rip it up.

I think this is going to be a bi-weekly thing till the Deset Polo Invite in Feb. This is not only way fun, but a good way to boost your skills and kick the level of play up a notch. For two bux, the winners each got $10.00. How bout that?

See ya Wed. on the grass.

JB

Black Friday Better Than a Sale Anyday

WOW! Twelve humans, and Bike Polo, working off Thanksgiving cheer.

Mailman Jay..Piranha#1(Jacob)..MiniMike..Troy..Mike T...Jim P.. SteveAz.. Justinrunns..

Joe Ramus..Kurt..Dus..and Me, the Narley Old Dude.

Three games played and had an absolute blast. Thanks to everyone for great competitive play and a saweeet after Thanksgiving Day! And we even had a cheering section. Thanks to Melissa, SH, Christina and Debra for watching and hoping your fav will win. More heckling next time.

Don't remember which team won the best out of three, don't matter. (Really I do, Mine!). Justinrunns and his fixed gear bike stood out today. His skill level has quadrupled in a very short time. Glad he is a part of our family.

I rode one handed and shot some foto's today too. Daylight play is rare, it is good.

Again, thanks to all for making Black Friday special.

Jeff

Thanksgiving Week and Bike Polo

Wednesday is our regular grass polo game. We are adding a special day after Thanksgiving game Friday as well. Come join us for some daylight polo fun. 10 Am at Desert Storm Park 16th Street and Colter. Park behind the Motel, and come to the pit.

Sunday Court..Nov 22 2009

Seven players today. Mailman Jay, Justinrunns, Piranha#1, & #2, Dustin, Me and a surprise visit from Marco. We are trying to talk him into staying in PHX, and not going back to NYC. But he bought a round trip ticket.

We played a lot of games. All good. This is a great location. I only wish more players could come and enjoy this too.

JB

Wed. Nov. 18th and Grass Polo " FUN "

It's Alive!! Our roots are deep in grass. And feels good and right at home. Mailman Jay is quoted: " I wish we could have our own tournement here so others could see just how much fun this is."

I had three 11 year old Grandsons here tonight. How cool is that? A deep talent pool for sure and recon Phx Bike Polo will last long after I'm out.

Three games played, and it was a bit chilly. Long handles and gloves for sure. This is the kind of weather we expected in Como Missouri. But did not happen.

Team#1 . Mailman Jay, Piranha#1(Jacob), Mike T., and Me.

Team#2 . Troy , JimP , Piranha#2(AJ) and Piranha#3(Leo).

Great games, and for those that did not come, you are missing the best Az has to offer. Grass Bike Polo.

The AZHC Polo Invite, is posted and will happen Feb. 20/21st. The location is not locked down yet, but soon.

Midwest Champeenship 2009

Long trip for me. But the polo in Columbia Mo. was awesome. 44 teams from all over the midwest, over 175 games played. The team "What Just Happened", Jason, MiniMike and Troy finished 5th overall. Very proud of our Phx boys.

The team "Phx Who" Me, Mike and Justin finished mid pack. There was some stiff competition, and every time we do a tourney, we learn a ton.

Our only complaint : If your going to have officiating, then OFFICIATE ! Some play was over the safety line. I watched 12 hours of polo on Sat. and 8 hours on Sun. I did not hear one official call regarding safety issues or one warning. In one play, a rider, at full speed, crashed into the goalie, shoving him back into the goal, hurting everyone involved, allowing his team to score. No call!!

But the folks from Columbia were special. They took on the task to try to make every one happy. We look forward to our next tournament.