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Learn about SD Poloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Silver Anniversary in Rancho Santa Fe and all weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve accomplished.

What is the importance of a good polo pony?

Meet the players who make the game happen.

San Diego Polo Club teams up with local organizations to support the community.

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Welcome back everyone again to polo in San Diego for our summer season. I encourage all of you to attend our Sunday games on Field one. Enjoy the game!

Ron Bonaguidi President

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Lisa Bosstick, Vice President, Ellen Greenhill, Secretary, Chris Collins, Director, Colleen Wilson, Director, Suzanne Figi, Director, Scott Dlugos, Director, Harry Collins, Chairman Emeritus

n behalf of the Board of Directors, members, players, and staff of the San Diego Polo Club, I welcome you as we usher in the 25th anniversary of our club. 25 years ago, Willis Allen’s charismatic leadership formed a club composed of thirty founding members. Harry Collins transformed an idea into a reality with a world-class polo facility consisting of five regulation fields and stalls for over 450 horses. Over the years, some of the world’s most celebrated and greatest players have played right here on these fields. Two foreign and two American players with the highest rating achievable in the sport—10 goals—have displayed their abilities for San Diego spectators. For those of us who play the sport of polo, know that to be a competent player is a talent that cannot be bought at any price, but is ability, for which money cannot buy, and is skill that is learned after countless hours of practice. We are so fortunate to have the opportunity to conduct polo activities right here amidst the heart of the equestrian area of San Diego—with the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club and Racetrack, the Del Mar Showpark and Horsepark, and the private barns and ranches of Rancho Santa Fe. This is truly horse country. A special thanks to our many sponsors over the years, and our numerous dedicated polo fans whose cheers drive the players on the field to a higher level.

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2%-& Dear Polo Enthusiasts: The USPA would like to congratulate the San Diego Polo Club on its 25th anniversary! The San Diego Polo Club has been a huge part of the Pacific Coast polo circuit. A large part of what this club is made up of is the people that have made it possible to be so successful and continue to keep it going. I would like to recognize Heather Chronert, general manager, and Graham Bray, the polo manager, of this fine club. Also, I would like to congratulate the man behind that beautiful field, Gilberto Zamora, who has done a wonderful job on maintaining the grounds and keeping it in such peak condition year round. We are all looking forward to hearing the golden voice of San Diegoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier announcer, Steve Lewandowski, this year at the Spreckelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cup tournament. Keep it up and, again, a much deserved congratulations to the San Diego Polo Club on such an impressive club for the past 25 years in Southern California. See you on the field,

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25th Anniversary is commonly referred to as a “Silver Anniversary” and it’s certainly a cause for celebration. June 12th, 2011 marks our 25th year in the city of San Diego, and like all relationships that have endured the test of time, the past quarter century has been filled with many beautiful memories and one-of-a-kind moments. San Diego’s polo roots date back to 1906, when the first match in California was held on Coronado Island. However, it would take another 80 years before an actual polo club would be established. Two polo enthusiasts, Willis Allen and Harry Collins, set upon this goal, and in the summer of 1987 the inaugural playing season was launched. Twenty-five years later our club is still in the exact same location and we are as deeply rooted in the community as ever, with many of our same original founding members. Furthermore, we’ve garnered international recognition for offering world class, fully regulated polo on state-of-the-art playing fields that are maintained to the highest standards. We are in good standing with the United States Polo Association (USPA), and proudly host two USPA sanctioned tournaments every summer. Even more importantly, over the past twenty-five years we’ve forged strong relationships within the community of Rancho Santa Fe, ones that are based upon fellowship, service and charity. We have partnered with various local and national charities throughout the years; some of which include: Multiple Sclerosis Society, Children’s Hospital, the Humane Society, American Cancer Society, Kids Korp, the American Red Cross, Saving Horses, Hospital Infantil de las Californias, Las Damas Charity

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Organization, Scripps Hospital, the Liam Foundation (which raised over a million dollars), the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Polo Charity Event, and the 911 Foundation where the San Diego Polo Club raised over $118,000 for victims of the 911 tragedy. In addition, our fields are utilized by many youth sports organizations including the EMW Lacrosse Tournament, Adrenaline Lacrosse, Golden Oldies Rugby, the San Diego Surf Soccer Club, and Surf Cup which hosts two of the largest soccer tournaments in the country every year on the polo fields, attracting over 10,000 visitors to the San Diego area. Finally, being located in close proximity to many Naval and Marine Corps bases, we’ve made sure to show our support and appreciation for the servicemen and women stationed here. The San Diego Polo Club has hosted the Wounded Warriors and we also provide opportunities for military families to become involved with polo through both our lesson program and our Sunday matches. This summer, the San Diego Polo Club at Rancho Santa Fe will continue its long held tradition of bringing thrilling polo matches, festive parties and truly memorable moments to our loyal fans. We have a full schedule of tournaments, amazing social events and we’ll be welcoming back seasoned players from Mexico, Argentina, New Zealand, Peru, and Hawaii to compete in fourteen action-packed weeks of play. We are certain that our 25th year in the City of San Diego will be our largest and most successful one to date and we encourage the local community to continue to support and stand behind us as we embark upon another twenty-five amazing years in San Diego. Here’s to celebrating our “Golden Anniversary” in 2036!

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?,D$6,$D&65? From chukkers to the invisible line, SDPC breaks down the rules. 6?*$ ,B3*56H Move the ball downfield and through the goal in 4-6 periods of play, known as “chukkers.” Each chukker is 7 ½ minutes long. Most polo rules are for safety of the player and their horses. Primary concerns are the “right of way” and “line of the ball,” which is an imaginary line formed each time the ball is struck. It may be the most important rule in the game. The player who last struck the ball has the right of way and no other player may cross the line of the ball in front of that player. Players may approach the ball and ride on either side of the “line.” Crossing the line is the most common foul in polo. A penalty shot is a free hit from a predetermined distance into a guarded or unguarded goal. A dramatic pause in action often provides some of the most suspenseful moments in the game.

6?*$ -.&1*0%H Four on a side, positions designated by jersey number. Number 1 is the most offensive forward player and usually has an accurate hit. Number 2 plays offense and defense, interchanging with Player 3. Number 3 is the quarterback and play maker. This player is often the highest rated and most experienced player. Number 4 is the last line of defense and can hit a long ball accurately. Each player has a given handicap awarded by the Unites States Polo Association (USPA) between -2 and 10 goals (ten is best). Players’ handicaps are added together to form a team that is equal to its competition. The difference in goals between two teams is awarded to the lower rated team before play begins.

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Top left: Mariano in the blue goes for a backshot to win possession of the ball. He must come at this angle for fair play. Top right: Long time polo fan, Chaz Dykes watches from the bar. Bottom: Patrona, Krista Bonaguidi often plays in the forward position as number one.

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HISTORY

ver 100 years ago on Coronado Island, the first major polo match in California was held on a polo field constructed by John D. Spreckels. With time, polo became a fixture in California, and the development of what was originally the Rancho Santa Fe Polo Club began in 1982. After reviewing and bidding on over ten sites, Willis M. Allen and his son-in-law Harry A. Collins settled on the open space that everyone now recognizes as home to the San Diego Polo Club. Originally, the owners and developers of the Fairbanks Golf and Country Club gifted the City of San Diego with the section of San Dieguito River Valley that the Polo Club rests on today. The father and his son-in-law endured hundreds of hours of negotiations and proposals with both the City Council and Mr. Ray Watts (of Fairbanks) in hopes of acquiring a long-term lease of the property. Allen and Collins then tapped Mr. Alex Jacoy, General Manager of Eldorado Polo Club, and financial consultant Mr. Bill Maybery to help in the creation of the lease. The foursome drew up three different layouts, each of which designated a section of the property for a hunter-jumper facility, and proposed them to the city. However, this part of the master plan was later cut out, leaving a revised plan that was exclusively polo. At last, on March 7, 1986, the lease was signed. The two original crusaders had taken on all the legal fees incurred during the development stages of the club, hoping to make their â&#x20AC;&#x153;vision of polo ponies galloping across acres of green grassâ&#x20AC;? come to fruition. Bill Maybery headed the fund-raising project and was essential in obtaining the underwriting for half of the founding memberships, while the other half was underwritten by Allen, Collins, and Mr. Ron Bonaguidi, who had recently become involved in the sport. At this point, Chris Collins, son of Harry Collins and grandson of Willis Allen, joined the development team to oversee construction and was on-site daily for nearly a year to contend with the environmental restrictions of the land. Chris also hired Joe Strickland in 1989 to oversee the property and fields, and Joe was able to produce world-class playing fields in a impressively short amount of time. A celebration was planned for the opening of the club in August of 1986 to introduce the polo as a sport to the City of San Diego. The San Diego Chapter of Multiple Sclerosis held a unique fundraiser and the general public was invited to join the festivities. Allen and Collins wanted to communicate that the club gates were open and that the public was welcome to come enjoy the elegant sport of polo. In 1986, just 12 players took to the field on a regular basis. Alex

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HISTORY

Jacoy served as the first General Manager of the Rancho Santa Fe Polo Club and jump started the Club operations. Julie Mulvihill was hired in 1986 to manage the marketing aspect of the club and worked on developing the events until 1993. In 1990 Tom Goodspeed joined the club as General Manager and spent more than a decade with the club. In 2004, the club hired Graham Bray as the polo manager, who brings his expertise and knowledge of the game and work ethic to the Club. Heather Chronert celebrates her 16th anniversary as the club’s heart and soul, while her daughter Lindsey Chronert is serving her third year as Creative Director. Lindsey produces the Club’s annual publication as well as markets its fabulous events to the community. Kimo Huddleston will also be celebrating three years of teaching in the arena school program, where he teaches all levels including private lessons. Billy Ramos and Katy Jordan round out our polo school personnel. Today, many of the members who were involved with the club twenty five years ago still remain active. The Collins family, whose polo love affair is deep-rooted, were strong competitors at all levels of polo playing under the team names of Rancho Valencia and La Valencia until an accident sidelined Harry in the summer of 2005. Up until a week before his death in the summer of 2004, Willis Allen could still be found playing polo on his beloved ponies.

ORIGINS

olo is one of the oldest team sports played by man. The first documentation of polo games occurred in the 3rd century AD in Persia. It was a favorite of royalty and aristocrats who considered mastery of the game essential to the attainment of adulthood. The name of the game is derived from the Persian word ball, “pulu.” Polo became a fixture of the ancient Chinese and Mongolian Cavalry of Genghis Khan. The British Cavalry was captivated by polo in India in the 1850’s, and it quickly became one of their favorite past times. James Gordon Bennett brought polo back to New York in 1876. The game caught on immediately, and the first interclub match was attended by ten thousand people. Polo was a popular Olympic sport in the 1920’s. One of the legends of polo, Cecil Smith, carried a ten-goal rating for an incredible 24 years. He crossed paths with another legendary high goal player, Tommy Hitchcock, in the East-West Match in 1933. This marked the emergence of polo as a national sport. With the onset of World War II, polo was put on hold. As things came back to life in the 1960’s, the excitement of polo returned. Today polo continues to grow with play at the collegiate level and throughout the world.

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GUIDE

Etiquette

ESSENTIALS FOR POLO Elaine Swann

pon your arrival to a polo match, just the mere sight of the lush green fields and the white tents put you in the mindset of luxe and luxury. One might immediately think this sport is only reserved for the rich and famous, especially since it is a sport commonly known to be enjoyed by the Royals. But that is sure not the case. As you get closer and begin to mesh in with fellow spectators you’ll find that to be an incorrect perception. Here in the US this sport is as open and welcoming as any other where competition, camaraderie, and the desire to see your favorite players win is robust and alive. A newcomer might be a bit concerned about what to expect, how to behave, and what to wear. In my opinion, that’s a good thing. Anytime one attends a sporting event proper etiquette would dictate that you should be readily informed and prepared to follow the guidelines as it pertains to that sport. Because the game of polo has so much tradition there are spoken and unspoken etiquette rules that are followed not only by the spectators but the players as well. CASUAL YET STYLISH The first question a new spectator will generally ask when invited to a polo match is, “What do I wear”? Polo is certainly a bit dressier than what one would wear to a baseball or football game. Casual yet stylish should be your guide when selecting what to wear. A more exact classification can be defined as Smart Casual. Acceptable attire at a polo match can range from jeans to “garden party chic”. Major tournaments, charity events, or championship games may call for more formal attire. For men, you may find some wearing a blazer although it is not required. Ladies can wear anything from jeans to smartly tailored trousers, to sundresses and skirts. Hats are certainly welcome, but again, not required. For ladies, anytime you attend an event where you’ll be standing on the grass it’s always a good idea to wear flats or wedged sandals. This way you’ll avoid having your heels sink into the grass.

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A GREAT VIEW There are several options for seating. Tailgating is one. This is a great option for families with small children. You can bring your blankets and lawn chairs along with tailgate inspired food and beverages. Membership seating can range from field-side, to grand stand seating where tables are reserved for a day or the entire season. For that close-up view, binoculars are helpful but not required. The playing field is 9 times the size of an American football field. So no matter where you sit you’ll have a great back-and-forth view of the entire match. ETIQUETTE ESSENTIALS FOR POLO-‐GOERS Divot stomping is a long-standing half-time tradition. This is where your choice of footwear comes into play. Spectators are prompted to walk out onto the field and literally stomp down the turf that’s been torn up by the ponies’ hooves. It’s a festive moment that when paired with a glass of champagne is called the Champagne Divot Stomp. As I mentioned before this sport is just as robust as any other. Bring your enthusiasm. Fan interaction is appreciated and encouraged. It’s perfectly fine to clap, cheer, and react loudly to point scoring and plays. Just because it’s nice to be nice, basic courtesy and respect for the players preferred. So keep the jeering to a respectable level. You’ll notice the teams switch sides after each goal as opposed to switching sides after half-time like basketball or football. According to Kimo Huddleston, Instructor and player for the San Diego Polo Club, he says it’s an equalizer. “The wind is the factor; it’s like kicking into the wind or kicking against the wind. If you switch every

time then it stays balanced”. Kimo says taking pictures with the players after a match is welcome. Beware if you want a photo with a team member who just lost a match though. “Obviously you want to talk to the guys with their heads up”, says Kimo laughing. My advice with any picture taking is to ask first before you go snapping away, I’m sure the players would appreciate it. A PASSPORT TO THE WORLD Born and raised in Hawaii, Kimo says “Polo is a passport to the world”. The sport of polo has taken him from city to city, and country to country. He’s teamed with players from all over the world yet the game as well as the traditions tends to remain the same. Overall winning is the goal here and each team fights aggressively to do so. Kimo says number one rule for the game: “There’s no crying in Polo”. That goes for his students as well as his fellow players. Polo has always had the reputation as a “gentleman’s sport”. But if you think the players are behaving prim and proper on the playing field you are certainly mistaken. As with any highly-charged, competitive sport there is lots of trash talking going on while the game is in play. Kimo tells me out of respect, the players try to keep foul language to a minimum when playing alongside the team’s sponsor or owner. Yes, unlike some sports, the owner of the team gets in on the fun and plays right along side the players. However, as the matches get closer and closer to major tournaments or championships the owner may sit it out to have a more competitive chance of bringing home the trophy. It’s a tough game Kimo says “You go out there and hit the ball in the air, everything is bouncing and rolling the horses are moving. Every thing is so perfect when you’re playing golf, the ball is right there, but not with polo”. Rules are in place for safety but the players do play hard. Hitting and bumping are just part of the game. “Dangerous play and too many technical’s can get you kicked out of the game” says Kimo. “The ball is the center line; you just don’t cross the center line”. The biggest unspoken rule is that you are considerate enough of the other player to not do anything that’s going to injure them or the ponies. WINNERS VS LOSERS Whether a player or spectator attending a polo match is great fun in the sun. Kimo says for polo players “Somebody’s gotta win and somebody has gotta lose.” I say for the spectators, always be a winner, never be a loser. Most importantly mind your manners by simply respecting your fellow polo-goers, the players and the game itself.

GUIDE

POLO PONIES

he late James Rice, internationally renowned trainer and groom, referred to them as “my darlings.” Memo Gracida, perhaps the best polo player in the world, checks on them before he goes to sleep. Polo players universally fuss over them. They are the polo ponies—the heart and soul of the game. “There are two athletes that play this game,” Memo Gracida once said, “the player and the horse.” In no other sport does a player depend so much on an animal partner for this success. As much as 80 percent of polo player’s ability to get things done on the field can be attributed to his mount. A good pony becomes an extension of the player’s mind and is an indispensable part of his game. At one time, the polo mounts were, in fact, ponies—most of them ranged about 14 hands tall. A horse is measured in “hands” at the withers with a hand being four inches in width. As the speed of the game increased, however, the size of the horses increased proportionally. Most of the horses that are used now are in the 15 to 16 hand range. Today, by custom and with a nod to tradition, polo horses are still referred to as ponies. Former Governor of the USPA Pacific Coast Circuit, Glen Holden, says, “The biggest change in polo in the last ten years has been in the quality of the horses.” So much of a player and overall teams success on the field comes down to how well mounted they are, that which team’s players are on the best horses. Others have been quoted as saying that you can do things on today’s

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horses that were unheard of in years past. In the early days of American polo, many of the ponies resulted from breeding of ranch mares to thoroughbred stallions. In contrast, today many of the polo ponies are thoroughbreds from the racetrack or have been imported and bred in Argentina. These Argentine thoroughbreds are slightly different from their American relatives, with overall smaller and stockier body-types. Outstanding polo stock can also be found from thoroughbred lines in Argentina, Australia, and New Zealand. A good polo pony, like any good athlete, has to be built for the game. These physical characteristics—known as a pony’s conformation—include large muscling in the hind-quarters, strong, clean legs, and a supple neck. A good feature is a closecoupled back, which seems to be associated with the ability to make those all-important tight turns. Overall symmetry, bright, kind eyes, and a pleasing appearance complete the picture that can become a polo player’s dream. What a trainer does with the pony’s physical attributes is equally as important as how he is built. Memo Gracida has been quoted as saying that a top polo horse must “accelerate to full speed, change direction or slow down to zero in the shortest distance.” Former six-goaler Corky Linfoot said, “A racehorse only has to run. A cutting horse has to turn. But a polo pony has to do three things: run, stop, and turn.” Bringing out the best in a pony embodies years of training and conditioning. A pony can have the best conformation and still not be suited

to the game of polo. The horse’s mind is a key ingredient in the final picture. A good pony must be docile, with an even temperament. He should be relaxed and easy to work around. And he should be trainable. French 8-goaler, Lionel Macaire said, “A perfect pony never anticipates or makes its own decisions but does just what you ask it to do and reacts at once to perform the miracles you demand.” Temperament is critical, as is the indefinable quality known as heart. The pony must like the action and the excitement of the game—thrive on the bumping and the competition. They must get up for the action and yet not get sour. The best ponies always seem to have something left. Like a good marathon runner, they seem always to be able to pull out that extra effort. They go bravely into the toughest ride-offs. These are the qualities that can’t be coached. Many of the Argentine ponies spend their early years on the estancias learning the basics. American ponies usually either come off the trace track or are bred by polo players and taught everything they must know from the ground up. What all of these animals have in common is the fact that training often doesn’t begin until age three. After months of training, they begin to play in practice games and then graduate to tournament play. Much of the training is done by players or former players who bring the horses up slowly. In many cases, groups of players with “green horses”, the term used to describe young horses, get together and play practice games where all the horses are just learning to play. A pony is not considered “made”, or completely trained, until he has had two full seasons of polo. This often uncovers hidden bad characteristics that drop some otherwise good candidates by the wayside. It’s no wonder that quality ponies go for $10,000 to $20,000, with high-goal animals priced at more than $60,000. Ten-goal player Adolfo Cambiaso’s Argentine Open mounts can be worth more than $250,000 or more. Once a pony is tried and purchased, he must be maintained. A complete program of fitness and conditioning is created for each horse on an individual basis. Care, nutrition, water supply, and even stall location and size become important factors in a pony’s overall well-being. Exercise, and pony vacations (called “turnouts”) must be carefully planned on a monthly and season basis. During the competition season, a pony will be worked in a predetermined manner and his physical condition carefully monitored. He will be taken out each day in a group with four or five of his stable mates and walked, trotted, and run for a certain time. The best player on the best pony is worthless if the pony is not happy, healthy, and in good condition. “The ideal thing,” says 4-goaler Joe Henderson, “is that your horse becomes a part of you—your legs and your mind.” The high regard in which players hold ponies is a common denominator of the game. Polo players always know each other’s best horses and scout them as carefully as they do other teams. All polo players share the feeling that under every great player is usually found a great pony.

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SURF CUP

FERNANDO GUTIERREZ MEMORIAL CUP

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Gaston VonWernich, Joy Bancroft, Graham Bray, David Samaniego

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WILLIS ALLEN MEMORIAL CUP

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AROUND

an inside peek at the players who make this game happen.

The game moves fast; trained horses flex their muscles, reacting to the commands of their riders, bringing them within mallet-reach of ball and goal. Polo relies heavily on the bond forged between rider and horse, a bond that drives two as one down the field. But just who are these men and women that entertain us with their skill and creativity on horseback? In the next few pages, we focus on a few players to give you a sense of story and style behind each win and inevitable loss. 41

MIGUEL GUTIERREZ A native of Argentina, Miguel comes to San Diego from Buenos Aires. While he has competed around the world professionally, his favorite place to play will always be Argentina. Polo is a long held tradition within his family and both his grandfather and father played. As a somewhat reserved child, polo helped Miguel to come out of his proverbial shell and he credits the sport to opening him up a bit. He has no set rituals he follows when preparing for play though ironically, he insists on competing with an empty stomach. Thus far, his career highlight was competing in Palermo on the same fields where the Argentine Polo Open is held. Miguel has a deep passion for polo and he hopes to continue playing for many years to come.

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COLLEEN WILSON Growing up on beautiful ranch in Saskatchewan, Canada, Dr. Colleen Wilson is an avid polo player who has been surrounded by horses her entire life. She has years of experience from the hunter-jumper and dressage disciplines--showing her first pony at the age of 5. She discovered polo 12 years ago, and decided to sponsor her own team, Adeptus, which is proudly named after her business, Adeptus Nutrition, a complete line of premium, science based nutritional supplements for horses, pets, and humans. Playing polo and being around the horses helps her relax and clear her mind. Her long-term polo goals are to continually improve upon her game, but even more importantly to always have fun with the sport.

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DIEGO COSSIO Diego Cossio grew up on a sugar cane ranch in Tucuman, a province about 1,200 kilometers north of Bueno Aires. His familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s land was covered with horses and he learned to play polo from his father. Diegoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strategy for winning involves a specific game plan and tries to keep his team connected throughout play. A kiss and hug from his family, Stacie and Colton, have always given him luck and success both on and off of the polo field. Over the years, Diego has come to know countless polo players and he says that without a doubt, Mariano Fassetta is his best friend within the sport. Likewise, Joe Henderson is his favorite player to compete against because of his warrior-like skills and clean play. Diego hopes to continue his professional career for years to come.

TRACEE BRUNETTI Sometimes it doesn’t take a childhood on a ranch in Argentina or a polo pedigree to enjoy the game at a higher level. Tracee is a testament to just how fast someone with the willingness to learn and the passion to play can excel at the sport of polo. A native San Diegan with roots in Point Loma, Tracee happened upon an advertisement offering a free lesson at the San Diego Polo Club, “I called and asked if you had to know how to ride a horse to try the class. Patti Fitsgerald answered the phone and said ‘No! Just come on down!’ So I did.” In addition to playing in international locations such as England and the Dominican Republic, Tracee can also count a Female MVP award at the SDPC on her list of accomplishments. As a balancing activity, polo brings her clarity in a life we often find cluttered and distracting, “When I play polo, nothing else exists.”

GASTON VONWERNICH A native of Argentina, Gaston Von Wernich grew up on a farm about 3 hours west of Buenos Aires. Gaston came from a home of polo players, and he learned to play from his uncle--a skilled, 10-goal player who lived close by. To prepare for competition, Gaston employs a few simple tactics: he makes sure to ride early in the morning and, before any match, he makes sure to focus his mind entirely upon the game. He enjoys being with his family and drinking matĂŠ with his friends in the barn. Thus far, the highlight of his polo career was winning the Spreckels Cup in 2007 with his brother and Chris Maloney. Gastonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long term polo goals are to continue to compete professionally and, one day, to play alongside his son.

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CHRIS MALONEY Chris “Cricket” Maloney is a seasoned player (and past President of the San Diego Polo Club), who has more nicknames than he can keep track of! At the invitation of his father, he took up polo some 20 years ago. Chris has an unique approach in preparing for games, and believes that his best games are when he shows up last minute and literally has no time to get “psyched out.” He sponsors his own team, TriTech, which is named after his software company-- a successful business specializing in software solutions for emergency responders. His career highlight was winning the 2009 Spreckels Cup, in a very close match in overtime. Chris has learned many lessons from polo but most importantly it has taught him to focus and put all of his other troubles on the sidelines. Chris hopes to achieve a 2-goal rating before he retires.

KRISTA BONAGUIDI Krista Bonaguidi has been involved in polo for many years. She has played at the San Diego Polo Club since 2007, and in the winter season, she competes at the Eldorado Polo Club. During the season, Krista tries to ride 6 days a week and she also makes sure that, prior to any important match, she has a certain amount of â&#x20AC;&#x153;quiet time.â&#x20AC;? She plays for team Hanalei Bay, which is named after Hanalei Bay, Kauai, Hawaii--where she and her husband, SDPC President Ron Bonaguidi, have a home. Thus far, her career highlights have been winning the 6-goal Spreckels Cup in 2009, and then going on to win the highgoal Spreckels Cup in 2010. Krista believes that polo is the most humbling sport she has ever played, and she hopes to continually grow as a player. 48

MARIANO FASSETTA Hailing from Adrogue, Argentina, Mariano grew up on his family’s ranch surrounded by horses. When Mariano was four, his father began playing polo at a nearby club and he and his brother would watch and study the movements of a game they would eventually begin to play themselves. Over an impressive career that includes six Spreckels Cup titles, Mariano has played in Florida, Wyoming, Aiken, Dallas, Houston, Argentina, Chile, Mexico and the Dominican Republic but has remained enchanted with the fields of San Diego and Indio above all others. As a player who leans on rituals to calm his nerves and bring him luck before matches, Mariano has abandoned his previous habit of wearing red socks each game for a “left boot on first, left kneepad on first” regime. He also carefully watches his caloric intake before matches, eating only a light meal, which may have earned him the nickname of “Flaco” Fassetta.

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JOY BANCROFT Joy Bancroft started show-jumping and was introduced to polo through a friend, “Steve Crowder brought out a horse, I borrowed some boots and a mallet and fell in love with it.” Before a match, Joy spends time connecting with the horses in the barn and engaging in “team talk” to get a clear view of strategy before play. Gaston and Graham have helped her achieve her dreams of winning the Spreckels Cup in 2008. As a strong influence, Joy expresses that “polo is a very important part of creating balance in my life; it’s a gift of time, energy and focus.” With aspirations to one day play a match in Argentina, Joy continues to improve on her polo skills while cultivating her son Colton’s interest in the game.

COLTON BANCROFT

At the young age of 14, Colton first started playing polo in 2009. He also plays lacrosse.

GRAHAM BRAY As the Polo Manager of the San Diego Polo Club, Graham wears a lifetime of polo experience and wisdom under a sun-tanned face and a bright smile. Growing up on a sheep and cattle farm in Waipukurau, New Zealand, he would ride horses with his father and sister and would eventually pick up polo at age 15. Since then, he has played in England, Australia, South Africa, Hawaii and all over the US but remains loyal to his home turf of New Zealand. With three New Zealand Opens and a handful of Spreckels Cups in his trophy case, Graham now finds himself facing off against his 18-year-old son on the field, both an enjoyable and humbling experience. When asked if polo has helped him through any struggles in life, Graham jokingly replies, â&#x20AC;&#x153;No. It gives me struggles.â&#x20AC;?

ELLEN GREENHILL Ellen likes to run against the grain, and instead of a traditional bio, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opted for a more eclectic version. Raised in Argentina, Ellen Figueras Igesias Trotz Greenhill escaped to Palm Beach at the age 16 to play polo and expand her foreign language. She currently speaks 9 languages in 29 dialects and once taught a German Sheppard to bark in Spanish. Ellen graduated Harvard Magna Cum Laude and immediately moved to Spain to organize the annual run with the bulls in Pamplona. She has climbed Mt. Everest twice and once skied Mt. Kiluaea in a bikini. Her personality is so magnetic, she is unable to carry credit cards. As for polo, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s won trophies for her game face alone. Ellen will play polo until her health or cash runs out, whichever comes first.

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Play it cool with aviators. Not only will the frames will keep your eyes safe from harmful rays, but they make any outfit sylish. Wink, Del Mar

We are lucky enough to catch the ocean breeze, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let your skin take the heat. Sunscreen is a must! Kiehls.com; $34

Apple iMovie makes it easy to compile short summer videos or vacation recaps. Capture it with your Flip and send it to friends. TheFlip.com; $109

Champagne and polo go hand in hand. Be sure to grab a bottle for your table and a glass for the divot stomp.

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SADDLE UP Hand sewn and carefully structured, the polo saddle protects both the horse and rider. LaMartina.com; $700

TREAT THEM RIGHT High quality and scientifically proven, Adeptus Nutritional supplements will leave your horse healthy and happy. Products for humans and pets, too! AdeptusNutrition.com

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î &#x201C;e new line of boots and kneepads from La Martina are made specifically for the aggressive sport of polo. Extra padding allows for shock absoption when getting bumped by another player. Boots come in 12 colors. LaMartina.com; $1,350

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A string of ponies, a couple of Argies, and a comfy chair to rest your feet after a game. Every team has ‘em.

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e only polo playing requirement other than a horse is a helmet. Light, strong and durable. Comes in 10 colors. LaMartina.com; $500

POLO ROVER

Zip around the polo property in style! LuxeElectricCarcom; $4,350

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Designed specifically for sunny Del Mar days, this finley woven straw hat will make any outfit look stylish. Lightweight, cool and fashionable. Del Mar Hat Company, San Diego

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14k yellow gold designer cuﬀ links will add the finishing touches. Diamond Boutique, Del Mar $2,200

ACROSS, UNDER, THROUGH Spiﬀ up your wardrobe with a polo inspired tie. Delicate design of polo mallets and helmets will be an intstant conversation piece. Del Mar Hat Company, San Diego

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Kick oﬀ the season right in Pro-Keds. e Royal CVO was first launched in the 60’s and are still as popular as ever. Perfect for casual Sundays at polo or a day at the track. UNIV, Encinitas; $45

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Inspired by the iconic Roadster sports car, the design of the Persol sunglasses exude tradition, style and passion. Shade Shack, La Jolla

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Wear it alone, pair it with makeup, or caress your décolleté. Deceptively sheer, decidedly luminous. Magically transform your skin from ordinary to extraordinary. Comes in 4 shimmery colors. Sephora.com; $29

TOP OF ITS CLASS Sure to be the most sought-after item this summer in southern California, Del Mar Hat Company oﬀers custom-made hats. Wide brims, big bows and accent flowers aren’t just for the races anymore. Del Mar Hat Co., San Diego

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Always opt for a wedge or flat when attending a polo match. We don’t want you aerating the field during the divot stomp. Christian Louboutin Neiman Marcus; $595

BRAZILLIANT TOES Summer is the perfect time to show oﬀ those tootsies with vibrant shades of color. Essie.com; $8

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Gucci shades in a retro cat-eye shape. A curvy metal bar tops the chic frames with gradientlens and discreet logo cutouts at the temples. Shade Shack, La Jolla

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Fit and fun, this signature Shoshanna piece is sure to be wardrobe hit. Wear this floral dress—infused with complexion-friendly shades of coral and red—to Sunday Polo or any Summer event. Neiman Marcus; $365

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Made from eighteen karat gold, one blue sapphire and eleven round diamonds totaling 0.11 carats, the horse head cuff is a statement piece and will be the perfect addition to your summer wear. This vintage cuff with roughly cut diamonds is a timeless classic that is simply to die for. Chunky but surprisingly light, this gold bracelet will add a touch of elegance to your summer outfits. Diamond Boutique, Del Mar

PERFECT FOR YOU Dior Addict Lip Glow responds to the color chemistry of your lips to create a shade that is uniquely yours. Smooth it on to moisturize, add sun protection, and enhance your natural lip color. Sephora.com; $29

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