34/ DECEMBER 2019 THE RIDER POLO: with Ruth Armstrong from Armstrong Farm and Spain.


polo field is 300 yards long and 160 yards wide.


How does a polo field compare to a foot- ball field? These dimensions are the equivalent


of 5 official football fields.


How long do polo matches last? There are six periods, called


“chukkers,” in a polo game (four in In- door/Arena Polo), each lasting 7 minutes. At the end of the 6 1/2 minutes, a bell sounds to let the players know 30 seconds remain. At 7 minutes, a horn sound to end the period.


How do polo handicaps work? A polo team consists of four players.


Ruth works out of Re/Max Real Estate Cen- tre in Orangeville and is a 23-year resident of Dufferin County.


Sooooo many questions so let’s try some “FUN FACTS” this month!


Why is a Polo ball called a “polo”? The name polo is said to have been


derived from the Balti word “pulu”, mean- ing ball.


Who invented polo? A game of Central Asian origin, polo


was first played in Persia (Iran) at dates given from the 6th century bc to the 1st century ad. Polo was at first a training game for cavalry units, usually the king’s guard or other elite troops


When did polo the polo shirt become popular? 19th century The exact origin of the polo shirt is


unknown, but its widely recorded début came in the late 19th century in the birth- place of Polo - Manipur, India. After British Soldiers witnessed a match while stationed in Manipur, they set up the first polo club of its time.


How long is a polo Field? The polo field has a length of 275m


and a width of 145m. The length in Polo are usually measured in yards. In that unit, a


25 Fire Route 2, Burleigh Falls


Commercial opportunity knocks right here!


This is wow factor in every direction. 4.5 acres of commercially zoned real-estate on the edge of Stoney Lake. This amazing lake front property is zoned for an additional 5 duplexes along with the current residence. The shoreline use for this property is as a Marina, a tourist or recreational establishment. There are many options for other uses, or you could just build your dream castle with views out over the lake in every direction. I have seen many properties over the years but this spot on the rock with these incredible views will be very hard to beat. The existing


Each player is handicapped from -2 to 10 (the best). The sum of the player’s handi- caps is the team handicap and the differ- ence (a complicated calculation) can mean a handicap goal advantage to one team. The standard of matches is found by the team handicaps.


What are the numbers on polo shirts? In actual polo, player positions are


only going to be 1 through 4. A number higher than 4 is only designed for use on a fashion Jersey.


What are the positions in Polo? Number One is the most offensive


position on the field. Number Two is the toughest position on the field to play. The number 2 plays an offensive role and a de- fensive role. Number Three is the tactical leader. Number Four is the rough tough most defensive player.


What is a 10-goal polo player? Let’s talk Polo handicap. A Minus-2


indicates a novice player, while a player rated at 10 goals has the highest handicap possible. It is so difficult to attain a 10-goal handicap that there are fewer than two dozen in the world, and about two-thirds of all players handicapped are rated at two goals or less.


Who is the best thought to be the best polo player? Adolfo Cambiaso (born April 15, 1975) is an Argentine professional polo


in the world. He is also one of the highest ranked polo players in the world.


What is Nacho Figueras Net worth? Nacho Figueras net


worth is estimated at 30 mil- lion.


Where in the world is Polo the most popular? Polo is played all over


the planet and over 50 coun- tries worldwide are involved


on the New York Stock Ex- change.


Can you play polo on the beach?


Yes. Beach polo is


played on sand covered fields rather than grass sur- faces used for regular polo. The playing field used for beach polo is similar to that of regular polo with 15ft wide goal posts.


Can you play winter polo


player with a 10-goal hand- icap rating. He is currently ranked number one in the world.


Who is the most popular high goal player? Nacho Figueras is a


world-famous Argentinian polo player and fashion model and is considered one of the most handsome men


Is the sport of Polo owned by Ralph Lau ren? No. The Polo Sport


clothing line was introduced in 1992 followed by over ten additional lines and ac- quired brands, including Ralph Lauren Purple Label in 1995 and Lauren Ralph Lauren in 1996. On June 12, 1997, the company became a publicly traded company


on which games are played, which are ice surfaces; typ- ically frozen lakes, rather than grass surfaces used for regular polo.


Let’s talk winter tips with REALTY WITH RUTH from Re/Max Real Estate Centre. Its wintertime , sur-


prisingly this is one of the busiest times for horse farm sales mainly due to the fact that there is less activity going on and buyers have time to actually look ,or sadly sometimes enough is enough and people just do not want to spend another winter doing winter chores. Whether you are buying or selling I can help you with my network of contacts across Ontario and beyond. It makes a tremendous dif- ference in the outcome if you have an experienced professional by your side. Here are this month’s tips to help make your first impres- sions count!


First Impressions ab-


solutely count! You will not believe


the number of buyers who make their mind up about a purchase before they have even gotten out of the car.


Fences. Make sure that you re-


in the game. The dominant nations are Argentina, the USA and Britain, each of which has a thriving polo scene and industry. Other polo hotspots include New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Dubai, China, Chile


outside in the snow? Absolutely Yes! Snow


Polo is a version of polo which is exactly identical to that of polo, where players play the game on horseback, with


the only difference being the surface


place all those chewed boards, take the time to fix all those little things that are fixed with either twine or tape. Make sure that the fence lines show they are maintained and weed wacked under the fence line. Make sure your electric is tight and grounded correctly so you can maximize the charge. Driveway. Make sure your en-


trance is open and accessi- ble, can the buyer bring in a trailer easily? Try a welcom- ing end of the drive festive planter or some such attrac- tion. Have the driveway ei- ther bladed or blown, sand put down. Make sure that the snow is moved away, you do not want a potential buyer thinking they will be struggling with any type of trailer or vehicle turn around. Potholes are very off putting but we all know they happen, fill them in, and grade it before it freezes if possible; often we become oblivious and we just don’t see them, but the buyer sure will.


Paint. Why not upgrade


those stall fronts with a fire- retardant paint? Or give your entrance door a fresh paint


Muck pile. Spread or contact


your local farmer to remove your muck pile or contact your local green house they may even buy it from you bagged.


Electrical out lets Have someone check


your outlets, barn outlets can be a fire hazard if not maintained. One of the main causes of barn fires heat lamp in the winter.


Blankets Have


them tidy,


folded or hung on a rack, we all know they take up space but nothing looks messier.


Electrical cords Pull them out now and


check that they are working and in good order. Not pleasant to be looking for one that works during an ice storm.


Water Heaters Are they working? If


they are not there are some great black Friday sales.


Gardens Winterize them well,


home (duplex) has floor to ceiling windows, Cathedral spaces, walk outs through out , spa like bathrooms , bed-


rooms with their own sitting area and balcony There is so much to say about this property the covered sitting area decks make for that tranquil sunset and a morning glory coffee. This property has its own newer dock and grandfather rights for 100 slips. The lake is one of the nicest in the Kawarthas being clear and deep and tons of fish. Being right on the edge of Lovesick lake rapids the sound of water brings a Zen like quality to the total pic- ture. You could make this a family compound or live in one and rent out the other and cover your mortgage pay- ments. Make it all an air b&b a hotel, the only limiting factor for this property will be your imagination. This property is priced to sell and with a motivated seller. For your private viewing call Ruth Armstrong at 519-942-6085.


Ruth Armstrong Sales Representative


Cell: 519-942-6085 Office: 519-942-8700 TF: 1-800-461-2686 RealtywithRuth@bell.net


RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc 115 First St., Orangeville, ON L9W 3J8


if you have pictures of them in full bloom leave them out, sometimes a picture is a thousand words. Oil Tanks and Furnaces Make sure the tags are


clean and visible, leave any maintenance reports as copies visible. If you want someone


who really knows horse farms helping you buy to or sell your property or simply want a no obligation valua- tion.


a call (519) 942 6085 or E- mail:


bell.net


Give Ruth Armstrong realtywithruth@


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