Seth A. McConnell/IDS Players warm up as storm clouds roll in north of Rapid City during a Cowboy Polo game.

Jesse Cotton waits for his match to start.

Milton Cotton charges after a loose ball during a cowboy polo match just north of Rapid City.

Jesse Cotton stands on his horse during a break in the action.

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Ty Manke waits in his horse trailer during a down pour.

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Ty Manke watches the action on the field from the dry confines of a horse trailer during a rain storm.

Lyle Lesmeister pets a dog during a break in the action.

A polo mallet sits in a trash can full of empty cans and bottles.

Spectators and participants watch the action on the field during a Cowboy Polo match just north of Rapid City.

Jeremy Langdeau celebrates after scoring during a Cowboy Polo match just north of Rapid City.

A large rubber ball emblazoned with an image of Captain America serves as the ball during a Cowboy Polo match north of Rapid City.

Cowboy Polo players jockey for position during a match.

Tyler Barry watches the action on the field during a Cowboy Polo match.

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