The UKPA Polocrosse Christmas Gift Guide
Hard to believe as it may be, Christmas isn’t that far away now! After a year of uncertainty, we hope all our players and their families will be able to celebrate the festive season with their nearest and dearest, and to help the preparations along we have put together a helpful guide to buying that perfect polocrosse present!
Gifts for Players
Polocrosse Equipment
As always, Polocrosse Extreme is your one-stop shop for all that essential polocrosse equipment. For new players and old, Iain can provide a full range of Bombers rackets, balls, spurs, stick bags, knee guards, bridles and saddles! For a truly practical polocrosse gift there’s something for every player and every budget, but make sure you get your order in with plenty of time to spare.
Charles Owen Polocrosse Hat
The Charles Owen Polocrosse helmet can also be ordered from Polocrosse Extreme. This popular polocrosse helmet is the best on the market, British designed and made and with a faceguard option as well.
You can find full sizing information at https://www.charlesowen.com/products/polocrosse . Please note the New Derby faceguard is sold separately.
Club Colours
Everyone loves to represent their club, and gifts in their club colours can make a truly personal present ready for the upcoming season.
Polo Belts & Browbands
AJN Equine has put together a bespoke range of polo belts, headcollars, browbands, dog collars and more, all in custom UKPA Club colours! These make perfect presents for all club players and supporters!
- Click here to view the full UKPA Clubs colour range and size guide
- Click here to download the order form
Please note, these items are bespoke so you must place your order with Alex Newman of AJN Equine by Sunday 1st November 2020 to guarantee arrival in time for Christmas.
Custom Saddle Pads
Polypads offers a brilliant customisation service, so you can select the pad colour and binding of your choice, and then also include embroidery of text or a club logo if you wish. The pads also come in a variety of thicknesses so you can find the best one to fit under your stock saddle!
For larger saddles you will need to choose the ‘Western’ rather than the classic length, so make sure you check out the product descriptions or contact Polypads directly if you are unsure.
Coloured Overreach Boots
As a final touch for your club colours take a look at the Woof Wear Colour Fusion range. These Pro Overreach boots have a hard wearing carbon-effect outer and a neoprene base with additional 3mm layer to protect the bulbs of the heel, perfect for in-game protection! Even better, they come in a range of colours to match up with your club kit.
Memberships & Subscriptions
For the person who has everything, what about taking out a membership or subscription for them in 2021?
UKPA 2021 Membership
No prizes for guessing which membership we definitely recommend for 2021! With a full calendar ahead of us in the new year, this is a perfect gift for players no matter how long they have been involved in the sport.
If you purchase UKPA 2021 membership as a gift in November or December 2020, you will receive a Christmas gift card to present to the recipient, along with a small UKPA treat as well.
Gift membership will be available to purchase online from mid-November via our UKPA shop site (not the usual membership site), so keep an eye on our social media for its launch date.
Your Horsemanship Online Subscription
Do you know someone looking to improve your horsemanship going into the new season? Why not introduce them to the Your Horsemanship Online community with Jason Webb? A Your Horsemanship subscription grants them instant access to over 250 training videos, covering a wide range of topics through basics, groundwork, ridden work to dealing with remedial challenges. New content is added regularly and members are also able to join webinars, receive training newsletters and participate in online training chat!
Stocking Fillers
If you are looking for stocking fillers, check out these fun ideas:
Chocolate Horseshoes
Cathy’s Chocolate & Cakes, who have been a dedicated UKPA Nationals sponsor for many years, have a great range of chocolate horseshoes and other equestrian-themed goodies that make a lovely Christmas morning treat!
Racket Regrip
Racket handle looking a bit shabby? Ready for a different colour? Polocrosse Extreme can supply new Bombers racket grips in a variety of colours.
Bandage Tape
Try something different to the usual white or black bandage tape – check out Fancy Tapes and their full range, which includes a host of different colours and shades under their ‘Vinyl & Electrical Tape’ category, from baby pink to emerald green.
Leatherwork Keyrings
These leatherwork keyrings from regular UKPA sponsor Pegaso Saddlery & Leatherwork are great little stocking fillers – available in several styles, including mini stirrups, gaucho ‘polo belt’ look and beaded. There is also a personalised name option.
Player Photograph
For the truly personal touch, how about buying a game photo from one of our UKPA photographers over the last two years and framing it as a gift? Each of our photographers has a Facebook page where you can view all images and then contact them directly to purchase!
For 2020 photos check out:
- Izzy Baker Cresswell (on personal FB page)
- Jack Page Photography
For 2019 photos go to Izzy or Jack, and also:
Keep an eye out for Part 2 of our Christmas Gift Guide coming soon, with more ideas for bespoke gifts, supporter presents and stocking fillers for your four legged best friends!