Greenwich Polo Gold Cup 2002

The Greenwich Polo Club September 14, 2002

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Honoring the Canine Corp and the "Gold Cup" Polo Match in the Rain

*EMT Michael Voudouris helps honor canine corp dogs as player practices.*	*Our Nation's Colors.*
*The National Anthem.*	*Honoring America.*
*Throwing out the 1st ball.*	*The game is underway.*
*The competition was intense with Lutron up by 2 handicap goals.*	*Maneuvering for advantage.*
*Lutron looks to control the play.*	*Action at the north end.*
*A shot on goal falls short.*	*Northwood takes the offensive.*
*Everyone lends a foot to repair the field of play.*	*Sod stomping is a family event.*
*Everyone does his or her part.*	*The kids enjoy being on the field and helping in the repair effort.*
*A little "Stomper" climbs the rail and heads for the field.*	*"Which sod needs my stomping skill?"*

*"How about that one over there?"*	*Dad says, "It's time to get back to the stands for the rest of the game."*
*Competition continues.*	*Play stops for a moment for minor replays.*
*The rain does not deter fans, but the dog asks "When can we go?"*	*A hearty photographer making sure she doesn't miss a shot.*
*The announcer calls the action as others follow the action.*	*Action along the rail as the rain gets more intense.*
*...and gets more intense.*	*...and gets more intense, but does not seem to distract the riders.*