Chapter 173 - 171: 5th Of May III (1/2)
Chapter 173 - 171: 5th Of May III
Despite her reluctance, Geoffrey's presence was actually very helpful He was very patient when he explained things they don't understand about the game
For starters, a polo match is divided into chukka, each of which lasts for about seven minutes with an interval of threethat time, players switch horses At half time, the interval is extended to fifteenwherein spectators are invited to take the pitch and tread in divots
The second thing was the gaame, a team must score more points than its opposition Each tea the stick, which was apparently called a mallet To score a point, a player oal post, and when a tea was the player's position Serena learned that the nu corresponds to certain responsibilities during the game
Number 1 player is the enerally covers the opposing team's number 4
Nu through and scoring the in behind the's teaenerally the other team's best player
Nu powerful hitter to feed balls to nu a solid defense Usually, number 3 is the captain and best player in the team
Number 4 is the primary defense player They canThe emphasis on defense by number 4 allows number 3 to attempt more offensive plays
"Since Brother Leonard is player number 3, does it mean that he's the best player in their team?" Serena a real novice at polo asked curiously
Geoffrey shook his head as he chuckled aardly "well… it depends…"
"Oh… does it mean that Lord Charlton is better? The croild for hi at Serena She knew that she wanted to ask that
"Do go on with the explanation Geoffrey, I won't take offence if iven the difficulty of the number 2 position, it is not unco as another strong player is available to play number 3 Charlton, Kylo, Leonard, and I usually play as a teaht that Charlton would be donning the nuirls nodded in understanding
"The galas, both number 3 and captains of their team have assembled at the centerfield for the official coin toss"
Serena and the girls' attention went back to the field, having a clearer understanding of the game
Geoffrey s next to Serena He was happy that she was attentive and was curious about the sport he loves to play
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