What You'll See
One Umpire - stationary on the South side of the field. Two Referees - on horseback.Two Goal Judges - one stationed between the goal posts of each goal. Four Members of each team numbered 1 through 4.MANY different horses! Each player uses a "fresh horse" for each of 6 chukkers.

How It Works
The line of the ball is created once the ball is struck and does not change until it is struck again, sending the ball in a different direction. The line of the ball is used in many ways, most importantly to act as an imaginary buffer to avoid collisions when two or more players ride to the ball for strike.

Scoring & Fouls
A score is achieved when the ball crosses the goal line between the goal posts of the opposing team. Fouls are given for infractions of the rules governing field of play, usually for hazardous riding or improper use of the mallet. The umpire can award anything from a free goal to a free hit from a determined distance when a foul is called.