La Muela Polo Club founder Till Jeske says the club's second season will focus on building a stronger sporting community in Namibia by attracting more local players and creating greater competition.

As the club prepares to begin its new season on Saturday, 17 October 2026, Jeske believes its long-term development will depend on broadening the player base and encouraging more Namibians to take up the sport.

La Muela launched its activities in April with an exhibition match between Team La Muela and Team Maranatha, marking the beginning of efforts to establish a more active local presence for the sport. With its second season getting under way, the club is looking to build on that foundation while introducing more Namibians to the game.

Developing the sport, however, also requires maintaining healthy and well-trained horses. Earlier this year, African horse sickness claimed three of the club's horses, presenting one of the biggest challenges during its inaugural season. The club confirmed it has since improved protective measures for its horses, which are now in good condition ahead of the new season.

For Jeske, establishing a sustainable future requires a broader competitive environment and a larger community of players. He noted that the vision is to foster a vibrant polo community, expressing hope for additional clubs to emerge in Namibia to expand competition, attract more members, and involve young players.

The club is also working to encourage newcomers who may have little or no previous experience in the sport. Therese Jeske, the first Namibian woman to learn polo, reflected on her journey of mastering both riding skills and polo techniques, noting that while the initial learning process was challenging, structured practice helped her overcome her fears and adapt quickly to using a mallet. Her experience highlights the club's efforts to make the sport accessible and demonstrate that players can develop through persistence.

Polo trainer Eduardo Mendes emphasized that structured coaching and greater local involvement remain central to the club's growth, stating that the goal in Namibia is to professionalize the sport and invite more local players to participate.

As La Muela enters its second season, the focus shifts toward converting its initial foundation into a sustainable sporting community featuring expanded player numbers, stronger competition, and deeper Namibian involvement.