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GEORGE S. PATTON AND POLO –
Leading the Charge on the Field
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hile many know of General George S. Patton’s love of horses and of his exploits in World War II, few are aware that the athletic and former Olympian (Stockholm Olympics, 1912, taking fifth in the Pentathlon) loved playing the game of polo. According to some, he played the game not only with great passion, but as if he were going to war. Patton was first introduced to polo during his training as a cadet at West Point where he was commissioned to be in the U.S. 15th Calvary. As a lieutenant, he married a wealthy daughter of a Massachusetts millionaire. Because of his newfound wealth, he was able to retain a considerable stable of polo ponies. Though his career demanded that he had to move about the country to various Army posts, he was able to keep the ponies near him.
Young Major George S. Patton, player 2nd from the right Photo courtesy of The Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame
“…no man can stay cool in battle unless he is habituated to the exhilarating sense of physical peril. No sport is so good in this respect, as polo”
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He once wrote “…no man can stay cool in battle unless he is habituated to the exhilarating sense of physical peril. No sport is so good in this respect, as polo”. Patton played the game aggressively and, as a result, suffered multiple injuries including concussions, broken bones and lacerations. Once, while playing at the Myopia Hunt/Polo Club in Hamilton, MA, he was hit in the head by a mallet which left a severe gash. Bloodied, he took a brief timeout to clean the wound and actually returned to the field to finish play, despite having a throbbing head. Patton played polo throughout his military career. His best playing days were in Hawaii, where in 1936 he played in the Inter-Island Polo Championships. Patton captained the Army team against an Oahu team. Patton was constantly yelling and cursing, where not only the spectators could hear, but the commanding general of the U.S. Army Hawaiian Department could as well. Major. Gen Hugh Drum ordered the match suspended and relieved Patton as captain of the Army team, citing behavior unbecoming an officer. (It is said he was actually very jealous of Patton). When hearing of the dismissal, the Oahu team refused to return to the field unless Patton was reinstated immediately. Drum lost the face-down and play was resumed. Patton moved on with his career, while the general’s faded away. Polo was one of many sporting events in which Patton partook. The former Olympian also, and for obvious reasons, was quite an equestrian. His love of horses spanned the globe, even in battle. In 1946, a 15.4 acre park in South Hamilton, MA, donated to the city by the Myopia Hunt Club, was renamed the General George S. Patton Memorial Park. The park still exists today, featuring one of his famous World War II Sherman tanks. PN POLO Northeast 2014 | 11
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his summer there are expected to be over 35,000 guests attending 16 plus matches throughout the Saratoga Polo Association’s 116th anniversary season. We hope that you can join us in celebrating where polo is the star along with other exciting events in this iconic destination. There’s action on the field and excitement in the stands, whether it’s a Veuve Clicquot sabrage, after match parties, or perusing the Alex and Ani Bangle Bar in the Clubhouse, there is something for everyone. PN
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SARATOGA POLO CLUB | 2014 EVERY FRIDAY AND SUNDAY AT 5:30PM JULY 11 – AUGUST 31, 2014 (GATES OPEN AT 4PM) SEASON-LONG SEAT SUBSCRIPTIONS AND MATCH TICKETS ON SALE NOW! July 11 Celebrate Saratoga Cup Tournament July 13 Saratoga Living Magazine Celebrate Saratoga Cup July 18 The Summer Spectacular Tournament July 20 The Summer Spectacular Cup July 25 SPA Anniversary Cup Tournament July 27 SPA Anniversary Cup August 1 Whitney Cup Tournament August 3 WHITNEY CUP August 8 Polo Hall of Fame Cup Tournament
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August 10 Polo Hall of Fame Cup August 15 Barrantes Cup Tournament D.P. Miller Associates Cup August 17 RBC Wealth Management Barrantes Cup August 22 Ylvisaker Cup Tournament August 24 Ylvisaker Cup August 29 Alex and Ani presents Women’s Week Featuring the Veuve Clicquot Women’s Challenge August 31 Alex and Ani Cup
ABOUT SARATOGA POLO The tournaments happen every Friday and Sunday at 5:30pm July 11th through August 31st at historic Whitney Field. This year, one of the country’s premier Women’s Tournaments will be capping off the season August 29th and 31st when Alex and Ani presents Women’s Week featuring the Veuve Clicquot Women’s Challenge. Tickets can be purchased on line at SaratogaPolo.com with Premium and Reserved Clubhouse and Lawn and Bleacher seats available or for a more laid back atmosphere, a nice tailgate spot can be reserved at the gate or on-line. All photos provided by Saratoga Photo.
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BRIDGEHAMPTON POLO CLUB | 2014
849 Hayground Road Bridgehampton, NY 631-237-5388 www.BridgehamptonPoloLLC.com
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pening day is set for July 19th as the Bridgehampton Polo Club brings the sport of kings back to the Hamptons for the club’s 18th anniversary season. The stylish and sophisticated sporting event, renowned for epitomizing the quintessential Hamptons experience, will take place on six consecutive Saturdays spanning from July 19th through August 23rd, with the breathtaking Two Trees Farm providing the ideal backdrop for the matches. Underneath a sailcloth tent, VIP guests will enjoy with an unparalleled field-side view of the match, as well as a pre-game reception offering summery cocktails, rosé, passed hors d’oeuvres and light entertainment. With the fast-paced sport as the primary focus of the event, an invite-only guest list composed of Hamptons influencers & tastemakers alike will receive an unprecedented polo experience while mixing and mingling with some of the world’s top luxury brands. On the field, the top ranking polo players from around the globe will gather to compete for the Monty Waterbury and Hamptons Cups. Well versed in the lifestyle and indulgences of the affluent, acclaimed luxury publicist, Shamin Abas, along with her team of PR and event production professionals
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are once again at the helm of the operation. In recent years, Abas and her eponymous public relations & experiential marketing agency have re-imagined the Bridgehampton Polo Club experience, creating a favorable buzz in the media, and garnering a resurgence of attendance amongst the close-knit, hard-to-tap Hamptonites. Last year, guests included notables such as: Christie Brinkley, Andrew
ABOUT BRIDGEHAMPTON POLO CLUB LLC Bridgehampton Polo Club LLC is located at Two Trees Farm at 849 Hayground Road in Bridgehampton New York. The 2014 18th Anniversary Season will commence on July 19th for six consecutive Saturdays. For upto-date polo information, please contact the Bridgehampton Polo Line at 631-237-5388. For more general information or questions, please email bhpolo@shaminabaspr.com. For media or sponsorship inquiries, please contact Natasha Berg at Natasha@shaminabaspr.com or at 631-241-0398.
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Lauren, Georgina Bloomberg, Gabby & Donna Karan, Gianpaolo De Felice, Kelly Klein, Nic Roldan, Amanda Hearst, Whitney Fairchild, Marco Mattiaci, Andrew Saffir, Daniel Benedict, Peter Brandt Jr., Harry Brandt, and Campion & Tatiana Platt, to name a few. While the invite-only VIP tent will be open exclusively on Opening and Closing Days, a limited number of field side tailgate tents will be available for purchase throughout the entirety of the six-week season. With a gourmet picnic and champagne for ten included in the cost, the tailgates create an elegant afternoon affair, ideal for hosting guests, corporate outings, or entertaining private parties. The public is also invited to pack a picnic and enjoy the matches from the sidelines. Tickets are available at the gate for the price of $20 a car. For more information, go to www.BridgehamptonPoloLLC.com PN
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On May 31, 2014 and for the seventh year, Veuve Clicquot welcomed more than 7,000 New Yorkers and guests, celebrities and polo enthusiasts to enjoy a beautiful day at Liberty State Park to celebrate the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic. World-renowned polo player Nacho Figueras, his wife Delfina Blaquier and Veuve Clicquot U.S. President Vanessa Kay hosted the afternoon fête complete with an exciting polo match, chic summer fashion and, of course, flutes of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label and Rosé, all enjoyed with stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty.
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his stylish event began in New York City in 2008, when it marked the return of polo after nearly a 70 year lapse. This is the third year the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic was held at the beautiful Liberty State Park, a stone’s throw away from Manhattan. This year’s event was held in support of City Harvest, a non-profit organization dedicated to help feed nearly two million New Yorkers facing hunger each year. City Harvest has been committed to feeding New York’s hungry men, women and children for more than 30 years. As part of the partnership with the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic, City Harvest completed a “food rescue” at the event and collected all leftover food to deliver to local community food programs in the area. (Continued on next page...) From Left to Right: Actress Lupita Nyong’o with brother Peter; Actors Lauren Parsekian and Aaron Paul; Actresses Julianne Moore and Olivia Munn; Model Kate Bock POLO Northeast 2014 | 21
The chic crowd that enjoyed the beautiful Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic included Julianne Moore, Lupita Nyong’o and her brother Peter Nyong’o, Dakota Johnson, Olivia Munn, Aaron Paul and wife Lauren Parsekian and Behati Prinsloo, among others. In a very close match, team Black Watch beat team Veuve Clicquot 12 to 10, with Nacho Figueras scoring six goals and winning the MVP award. In addition to the thrilling polo match, event highlights included a beautiful rendition of the National Anthem sung by Broadway performer Stephen Wallem and the ceremonial first ball toss to kick-off the match was thrown in by model Behati Prinsloo. With sunny skies, a light breeze and an exciting polo match enjoyed with flutes of champagne, the Seventh Annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic was one to remember. For more information on City Harvest go to: www.cityharvest.org.PN
From Left to Right: Delfina Blaquier and Nacho Figueras; Group of celebs with Nacho; Veuve Clicquot US President Vanessa Kay
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GREENWICH POLO CLUB | 2014 2014 Season Highlights Include: Sunday, June 1st Opening Day – Bogner will be showcasing its new line of summer and golf wear in a pop-up tent. Sunday, June 8th – Serendipity magazine will host Horsing Around for Charity with proceeds going to the Pegasus Foundation. Sunday, June 15th Father’s Day – Extra hands will be available to help Dads and Moms enjoy the day. Bell Family Company will provide on-the-spot child assistance from their handpicked, referral only network (inquire at check in). The day will also include a special children’s polo clinic and Father’s Day giveaways.
June 1 – June 22 Tommy B. Glynn Memorial Cup June 29 – July 13 East Coast Open Cup August 31 To be announced September 7 Royal Salute Jubilee Cup
Sunday, June 22nd Hat Day – Watch polo in style! Wear your finest topper and compete for prizes. Sunday, July 13th Tailgate Day – Tailgating is a time-honored tradition at Greenwich Polo. Come prepared to show off your hosting skills by tailgating and picnicking on the field. Prizes will be awarded for the best spread! Sunday, August 31st – Virginia’s House of Hope Charity will host its Polo Benefit for Hope at noon. Sunday, September 7th – Royal Salute will host its annual 20 goal USPA Royal Salute Jubilee Cup.
ABOUT GREENWICH POLO CLUB: Established in 1981 by Peter Brant, the Greenwich Polo Club is the venue for highgoal polo in the Northeast. Nestled in the beautiful backcountry of Greenwich, CT and internationally recognized for its rosters of legendary teams and players, Greenwich Polo Club hosts public USPA high-goal polo matches on Sundays throughout the summer. For more information, images, player information and team stats about Greenwich Polo Club, please visit greenwichpoloclub.com, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook and Instagram. #GreenwichPolo is the official hashtag for the season.
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GREENWICH POLO CLUB | 2014
Live like a local in the heart of Boston. 1 HurlinghamDrive Greenwich, CT 203-561-5821 www.greenwichpolo.com
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he Greenwich Polo Club is set to host its opening match of the summer season on June 1st, 2014. Sunday’s match, which is open to the public, will feature Greenwich-based team White Birch vs. CT Energia. “We’re proud to announce the start of our 33rd season of polo at the Greenwich Polo Club,” said Peter Brant, founder of the Greenwich Polo Club. “Whether you’re a first time spectator or a veteran polo fan, we invite you to experience the thrill of high goal polo played at the most beautiful venue in the Northeast.” The Greenwich Polo Club hosts regularly scheduled Sunday polo matches throughout the summer. These matches are open to the public. Guests may choose to purchase tickets to one of the many wonderful charitable benefits offered this season or buy general admission tickets at the gate for $40 per car. Gates open at 1pm with matches beginning at 3pm. The field address is 1 Hurlingham Drive, Greenwich, CT 06831. PN
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CLUB POLO NACIONAL Compiled by H. ALLEN VON DER HOFF Images courtesy of CLUB POLO NACIONAL
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lub Polo Nacional was formed in 2002 by a group of polo players from the Montreal and Ottawa areas who were interested in encouraging new members and beginning players as well as supporting charitable causes through polo exhibition matches. The Club’s polo season generally runs from mid-May to mid-September. Club games and tournaments are played each Saturday and Sunday and club games and chukkars are also played on Thursday evenings. Polo matches generally range from 4 to 8 goals. Practice chukkars and coaching are generally played Tuesday evenings. Most weekend games and tournaments are followed by a casual barbeque, lunch or Argentine asado at the Club with members rotating to organize the post-polo festivities. Club Polo Nacional organizes
at least one major charity polo match each year. In 2014, Polo avec Coeur, will occur on Saturday August 9 and proceeds will benefit the Montreal Heart Institute and the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre at the Toronto General Hospital. Smaller tournaments will be held throughout the season. Club Polo Nacional will be hosting a Polo Canada Tournament in August with visiting teams from other clubs, primarily from Ontario and Manitoba. In addition to the major events, the Club has six smaller club tournaments during the polo season which are sponsored by Club members and give members the opportunity to play in a competitive tournament situation. The Club uses three wellmaintained, irrigated polo fields located near the towns of Hudson,
St.-Lazare, Ste. Marthe and Rigaud, approximately 45 minutes from downtown Montreal or an hour from Ottawa. Stabling for 80 horses, paddocks, a 5/8 mile all weather exercise track and horses for lease are available. Lessons are available from professional players including umpire clinics (coordinated through the United States Polo Association), hitting clinics and player clinics at the beginning of the season. During the off-season, members still have occasional social get-togethers – ranging from dinners to skating on the Rideau Canal in Ottawa and broomball in the winter. The Club is a member club of both Polo Canada and the United States Polo Association. All Club members are members of Polo Canada and most are also members of the USPA. www.nacionalpolo.com PN POLO Northeast 2014 | 29
MASHOMACK POLO CLUB | 2014
22 Briarcliff Lane Pine Plains, NY 561-601-9316 518-398-1020 www.mashomackpolo.com
June 6 – 8 White Pants Open 8 Goal June 13 – 29 USPA Officers Cup 8 Goal
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ocated on a 1,900-acre preserve in Pine Plains, New York, just 90 minutes from New York City, the Mashomack Polo Club is a full service club for polo players of all levels. Mashomack Polo has undertaken a multi-year capital improvement program and now features five tournament-class fields, one practice field, stick and ball areas and a regulation outdoor polo arena. Stabling is available on a first-come, first-served basis, as is turnkey boarding for players with smaller strings. Mashomack Polo offers league polo from 4 goal to 12 goal, and various tournaments such as the prestigious USPA Eduardo Moore Invitational, the USPA Tracey Mactaggart Challenge Cup, the USPA Governors Cup, the USPA Officer’s Cup and the USPA Constitution Cup. There is polo to suit every level of player from June through September. PN
June 21 Mashomack International Polo Challenge July 4 – 27 USPA Eduardo Moore Invitational 8 Goal August 1 – 10 USPA Constitution Cup 4 Goal August 15 – 24 Tracey Mactaggart Challenge Cup 12 Goal August 15 – 17 Father/Son (& Daughter) Tourney August 29 – 31 Smithfield Open September (TBD) Inter-Club 12 Goal September (TBD) FIP Ambassadors Cup
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MASHOMACK POLO CLUB | 2014
ABOUT MASHOMACK POLO CLUB Private polo lessons are offered to both adults and children through September. Coaching league is available for beginners. Horses and equipment are provided. For further information contact Juan Olivera, Mashomack Polo Manager at juanolivera@comcast.net or mashomackpolomanager@gmail.com. Spectators are encouraged to attend our matches and tailgate. Please check the website for exact times and dates, or sign up to receive our updates.
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hile we in the United States enjoy polo from coast to coast, the game is also very popular throughout the world. Many of the international clubs feature not only highly-skilled polo players, but are favorite destination spots as well. Polo is played in many places — from snow polo on the frozen lake of St. Moritz to polo matches at high elevations in Pakistan to beach polo games in Germany to elephant polo in Nepal. Let’s take a trip around the globe and visit a few of these clubs
THAI POLO & EQUESTRIAN CLUB, PATTAYA, THAILAND
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DUBAI POLO & EQUESTRIAN CLUB, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 6,645 MILES FROM BOSTON, MA At Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club, one will discover the rich equestrian heritage of Arabia. Whether one wants to ride magnificent Arabian horses across the desert at sunset, learn to play polo or take a tour of the beautiful stables, this is the ideal venue. The Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club invites its visitors to enjoy it all! Launched in April 2006, the Club has already become the heart of equestrian activity amongst residents in Dubai as well as visitors to the city, thanks to the world-class polo, dressage, show jumping, training and livery facilities it offers. The Club is host of The Dubai Polo Gold Cup Series played every year during February and March. The event is the most prestigious international polo tournament in the Middle East and attracts the leading players from Argentina, England and the United Arab Emirates. The Club House, designed as a distinctive Spanish ‘hacienda’, provides members and guests with a wide variety of dining, leisure, and business & entertainment options, and features state-of-the-art communication facilities including Wi-Fi throughout. It is the perfect setting for cultivating a common bond of interest in equestrian pursuits, and enjoying a lifestyle unique to the world of horses. www.poloclubdubai.com
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Discover the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club, a unique destination where polo players and fans can gather together in a world-class venue, designed to showcase the finest the sport has to offer. Hundreds of fans will be on hand to celebrate the Polo Season which will feature a series of renowned polo tournaments attracting the finest players. What’s more, the club is also ideal for private parties, special events and corporate sponsorships. Ideally situated opposite the Arabian Ranches, the club presents the ultimate lifestyle destination, whether it’s for horse riding, relaxing or dining. • 68 acres of majestic desert landscape • 336 stables • International standard polo fields • Show jumping and dressage arenas • Swimming pool, gym, fitness classes and a spa • Exceptional restaurants and lounges For more information, please contact: Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club | P.O.Box 7477, Dubai, U.A.E. Tel. +971 4 361 8111 | Fax +971 4 361 7111 | Email info@poloclubdubai.com
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INTERNATIONAL POLO CLUB PALM BEACH, WELLINGTON, FL 1,194 MILES FROM BOSTON, MA
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The International Polo Club Palm Beach has sealed its position as the premier polo facility in the world, providing an exceptional spectator experience for the polo elite that hail from around the globe. Every winter season, for 16 consecutive weeks, the sport’s best and most recognizable players compete in the highest goal polo played on any continent. The International Polo Club (IPC) is home to America’s Triple Crown of prestigious polo tournaments: the C.V. Whitney Cup, the USPA Gold Cup, and the U.S. Open Polo Championship. The club has nine polo fields, an Olympic-size pool, a spa and fitness center, and a tournament-approved croquet lawn and club. It also has two tennis courts and a tennis pavilion, a wine room, and the largest collection of polo books on earth. The sport attracts passionate followers with a high standard of living and polo competitions have evolved into exclusive social events, creating enviable memories with luxury brand association. www.internationalpoloclub.com
SANTA MARÍA POLO CLUB, SOTOGRANDE, SPAIN 3,183 MILES FROM BOSTON, MA
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The first polo field in Sotogrande was built in 1965. Since that year, investments in new world-class fields and top quality facilities has made Santa María Polo Club one of the best polo clubs in the world. The club now offers nine worldclass fields, training areas, the highestquality stables, extensive hospitality areas, and a 27,000 square foot pavilion. Each year, international and national players compete on its fields. The two most important seasons of the club are the Spring and Summer Seasons, the latter being arguably the most exclusive in Spain and one of the most exclusive worldwide. The club hosts over 25 tournaments during the year. Two of its tournaments qualify for the World Polo Tour: the High Goal Gold and Silver Cups (Summer Season), which attract more than 220 teams, 800 players and 2,500 horses every year. The Sotogrande Gold Cup is now considered a WPT Championship Cup, in the same level as the Queen’s Cup in England and the Silver Cup in the USA; the Sotogrande Silver Cup is a WPT Cup in the same level as the Whitney Cup in USA. www.santamariapoloclub.com
COWDRAY PARK POLO CLUB, MIDHURST, ENGLAND 3,255 MILES FROM BOSTON, MA Cowdray Park Polo Club has become known worldwide as the Home of British Polo due to its long and illustrious history. Around 450 matches are played during Cowdray Park’s busy polo season which starts at the end of April and continues until the end of September. The club hosts the England team every May for the St. Regis International Cup, which signals the start of the high goal season. Polo was brought to Cowdray Park by The Hon. Harold Pearson (later 2nd Viscount Cowdray) in 1910. The Second World War saw polo face extinction with the demise of the cavalry regiments which had been the source of most players. Grounds were plowed up to support the war effort and the majority of ponies turned to other uses. After the war, John Cowdray, the 3rd Viscount, was almost single-handedly responsible for the revival of polo in the UK. In 1956 John Cowdray launched the Cowdray Park Gold Cup. Played for the British Open Polo Championship, the fabulous golden trophy is the one which every polo player wants to win during his career. The Gold Cup for the British Open is ranked alongside the Argentine and US Open tournaments in world significance. www.cowdraypolo.co.uk
Photos courtesy Cowdray Park Polo Club
MOSCOW POLO CLUB, TSELEEVO, RUSSIA 4,496 MILES FROM BOSTON, MA The Moscow Polo Club was founded in 2003 and returned polo to Russia for the first time in nearly 100 years. At the turn of the 20th century, polo was quite popular in Russia, but after the revolution, the tradition was broken. In 2005 the club was bought by Alexis Rodzianko who is American of Russian heritage. It now proudly hosts the Russian Open Championship. In 2009, the club moved to the Tseleevo Golf and Polo Club 25 miles north of Moscow. With its re-emergence, the club was fortunate to have had the guidance of two grand masters from Argentina — Hernan and Alejandro Traverso. It has 2 regulation size fields designed and built by Alejandro Battro with irrigation and underground drainage, a practice field, a half mile track, an outdoor arena and a barn for 80 horses (40 indoor, 40 outdoor). It is a neighbor with the Tseleevo Golf Club which boasts a Jack Nicklaus Signature 18 hole championship golf course, clubhouse, restaurant, downhill ski club in the winter and a boutique hotel. www.britishpoloday.com/poloteams/moscow-polo-club
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THAI POLO & EQUESTRIAN CLUB, PATTAYA, THAILAND 8,592 MILES FROM BOSTON With its fine facilities and high-profile trainers, Thai Polo & Equestrian Club in Thailand has quickly established itself as a leader in the field. Polo has experienced a surge in popularity in Thailand in recent years – thanks in no small measure to the impressive Thai Polo & Equestrian Club. Set in the beach resort of Pattaya, the club boasts internationally recognized facilities for polo and equestrian events along with one of the world’s greatest trainers, Rege Ludwig. It’s a combination that draws enthusiasts and competitors from across the globe. Thai Polo & Equestrian Club has grown in size and stature since it was founded in 2005 by Harald Link, President of South East Asian Equestrian Federation, and Nunthinee Tanner. They set about to revitalize the game by creating a world-class polo club in the beach resort of Pattaya. Thai Polo & Equestrian Club is located just 93 miles from Bangkok. It stretches over 800 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, which include three full-sized polo pitches and a range of other facilities, including a newly built horse hospital. “We now have more than 230 horses and the best trainer in the world,” says Harald. “Rege Ludwig is a real asset to the club because he not only works with our guests but also trains other members of staff up to his exemplary standards.” Each year, hundreds of polo players from countries as far ranging as Argentina, Australia, China, England, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Korea, Malaysia and Singapore converge on the club to participate in its three prestigious tournaments: Pink Polo, Thai Polo Open and Beach Polo. www.thai-polo-club.com PN Photos courtesy Thai Polo & Equestrian Club
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Special Supplement to Polo Northeast Magazine
A Royal Salute
OF TWO KINDS
Contributed by Susan Oliver Whitney
Peter M. Brant Photo Š Dan Burns
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n 1981 businessman Peter M. Brant purchased approximately 1500 acres of northern Greenwich farmland known as Conyers Farm. Conyers Farm was a quiet, understated apple orchard with a small roadside fruit stand on North Street. In this year, the Greenwich Polo Club (GPC) was established on approximately 60 acres of this parcel. In the early years, the GPC was comprised of two regulation sized polo fields, field one and field two, an elegant stone clubhouse and a magnificent Victorianstyle grandstand. The latter is a reproduction of the early 20th century grandstand at the Saratoga racetrack. Brant was the catalyst and architect for the GPC according to Managing Director, Leighton Jordan. Brant’s highest polo rating was seven and during this period he held the distinction of being the highest rated amateur patron in the United States. He is also credited for breeding great polo ponies and for being a driving force behind the growth of polo from the 1980’s to present. The Greenwich Polo Club is internationally recognized for its roster of legendary teams and players. World renowned player Mariano Aguerre, whose highest rating was 10, has played for Brant’s White Birch team since it was formed. The GPC is considered by many the mecca for high goal polo in the Northeast United States.
Team Royal Salute wins the 2013 Royal Salute Jubilee Cup Photo © Dominic James
The GPC, now entering its 33rd season, proudly associates itself with local and international charities. Last season for example, the club “… was selected by the third in line for the British crown, Prince Harry, to host the 3rd Sentebale Royal Salute Polo Cup benefiting the impoverished children in Lesotho, Africa.” Other notable charities include Paul Newman’s The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp serving children with serious medical illnesses and Virginia’s House of Hope “bringing hope, comfort and nourishment to children in need in New York City and the surrounding regions.”
Peter Orthwein, businessman and founding member of GPC. Photo © Dan Burns
Spectators divot stomp at the Greenwich Polo Club’s Royal Salute Jubilee Cup match Photo © Dominic James
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Facundo Pieres on the ball chased by Airstream’s Nick Manifold at Royal Salute Jubilee Cup 2013 Photo © Dominic James
The Royal Salute Jubilee Cup
Photo © Dominic James
September 8, 2013 was a magnificent bucolic fall day on Conyers Farm. The fluffy cumulus clouds superimposed onto a rich blue sky, typical of a September day here, hovered over the perfectly manicured polo fields of Kentucky blue grass. The caterers were busy preparing for their respective guests. The scoreboard and sound system were being tested for what was to be the final game of the season. The flags, representing the players’ respective countries were being hung, all in preparation for the prestigious Royal Salute Jubilee Cup polo match that was to be hosted on this day. The cars began rolling in, as did the trailers carrying the prized polo ponies. Later, the players would arrive. The attendance was extraordinary this day. The tents, picnic areas and grandstand were filled to capacity. Many spectators were sporting pretty hats and dresses in the polo tradition. Children, along with their pets, were running around in anticipation of the commencement of the match. The players, umpires and their respective ponies marched onto the field. The National Anthem was sung and the players introduced. And then the match began with the ceremonial throw in. As it was reported in The Morning Line, “Team Royal Salute dominated the first four chukkers, up 8-3 early fifth chukker when Airstream mounted a come back with two goals each by Nick Manifold and Matias Magrini for 8-7 early in the chukker, Brant scoring his fourth goal of the day for Royal Salute’s new 2 goal lead 9-7, Magrini with one last goal for 9-8 final.” Team Royal Salute was victorious. In an interview after the game, top ranked Facundo Pieres and team Royal Salute ambassador said, “This match, which marked the closing of the polo season in Greenwich, was electrifying to play. It was high-goal polo at its best — in the last four and a half minutes of the final chukker, Airstream added an incredible 5 goals, making them tough to beat, but Royal Salute held on to the lead to win. The polo and the event were of the highest caliber. On behalf of all the players, our thanks to Royal Salute for championing it”.
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It was an exhilarating game indeed! Tremendous polo was played and witnessed by all the spectators who came to watch this animated high-goal match, forget their worries, and have fun. It is here on this 60 acre oasis where many long time friendships have been forged and goodwill abounds. A very special salute to Royal Salute and Greenwich Polo Club’s Peter Brant for their contributions to the success of the sport of polo. PN
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HAVILAND HOLLOW POLO CLUB | 2014
815 East Branch Road Patterson, NY info@nycpolo.com www.nycpolo.com
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aviland Hollow Polo Club/NYCPOLO.com (HHPC) is headed into its sixth polo season with another year of solid growth. On the heels of rave reviews from the polo and equestrian community over the past five years, HHPC continually develops a strong following of professionals, students and fans from around the world. The farm, conveniently located one hour from mid-town Manhattan and thirty minutes from Greenwich, CT, has become known for the incredible quality of its facilities, its fun-loving people and family friendly environment. The Polo Club boasts a yearround polo program with two topnotch polo fields and an indoor polo arena. The summer polo season is from May until October and has levels ranging from 4 to 14 goal polo for its members. The winter season is from November until March and play is from beginner to intermediate levels. The facilities include a 200 x 100 indoor arena, 225 x 125 outdoor arena, riding trails and a nice turnout on 250 acres. In addition, the farm has two 1/2 mile sand exercise tracks that both the polo and equestrian clients like to use to exercise, ride or to cool down their horses. The club offers a year round lessons program for beginner and intermediate players to learn and improve the game of polo. In addition, a high school polo program was introduced two years ago, with this past winter growing to two arena teams training at HHPC and competing in the Regional USPA Inter scholastic tournament at Cornell. “Many of our students have gone on to play matches outside 44 | POLO Northeast 2014
of the club and received MVP and complements on the quality of their play. We break down the game into horsemanship, hitting, playing and rules skills. Once our students learn the basics, we encourage them to improve�, says owner and two goal rated player, Sam Ramirez Jr. The club has successfully introducing people of all ages to this challenging and exciting sport in a unique way, having already produced many players that started with little or no prior experience. The social aspects of HHPC offer horse enthusiasts an opportunity to come watch scheduled games and tournaments, as well as attend charity matches in September. The fields are well designed for an afternoon of relaxing on the hill while picnicking & viewing a match. We were thrilled to see our friends from Maserati, who began exploring their interest in aligning their brand with polo at HHPC, take on the title sponsorship once again this year at IPC! And we extend special thanks to our supporters: Perrier, Vita Coco, Purity vodka, and Corzo tequila. PN
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2013 USPA Masters Cup winner, Haviland Hollow/NYC POLO
June 14 – 29 Club League 4 Goal Trophies to winners July 4 “The White Polo Ball” Party and Match Play Polo and dinner/dance White attire required July 4 – 20 Club League 4 Goal Trophies to winners July 20 – August 3 USPA Players Cup 4 Goal August 3 – 17 USPA Master’s Cup 4-6 Goal August 23 – September 8 HHPC Cup 4 Goal September Club League 4 Goal Trophies to winners September 8 Charity Match September 15 Charity Match September 27 – October 12 Arena Polo
LESSONS AT HAVILAND HOLLOW POLO CLUB Those interested in learning and taking lessons for both polo and equestrian are encouraged to email info@nycpolo.com. Photos © Matthew J. Atanian Photography
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“The whole secret to the game is these horses,” says Tommy Wayman, a world-class polo player. “In polo, these horses have got to go for 7 minutes. A race horse has got to be in condition too, that’s obvious, but what do they run the Kentucky Derby in – a minute 50? And it’s only one big circle. Well, a polo pony has got to run as fast as he can, but he’s also got to stop, turn and start up again, for 7 minutes straight…
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… As far as animals go, the polo pony has got to be the best athlete of them all.”
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MEADOWBROOK POLO CLUB | 2014
200 Bellport Ave. Medford, NY Hitchcock Field Old Westbury, NY 631-345-9585
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he Meadowbrook Polo Club invites you and your family and friends to join us for polo May – October at Bethpage & Hitchcock fields. We also play on Friday nights under the lights in an outdoor arena. All of our matches are open to the public unless we are hosting a private event. Join us for a day of fun and polo!
TUESDAY, THURSDAY & SATURDAY Hitchcock Field, Old Westbury Join us for polo in Old Westbury at Hitchcock Field. Our matches start after 5PM and are the perfect place to watch polo and unwind after work. Pack the hamper and bring the family to tailgate as you enjoy an actionpacked game field side. FRIDAY NIGHT US Polo Championship Polo Arena Country Farms, Medford Join us for an exciting fast paced arena polo match at Country Farms Polo Arena. Our matches start after 5PM and are the perfect place to watch polo and unwind after work. Meadowbrook is the oldest polo club in the United States, providing world class polo to players of all abilities. Our newly expanded facilities offer an unparalleled opportunity to learn, play and enjoy the sport of polo just 20 miles from Manhattan, NY. JUNIORS CLINIC June 15, July 15 & August 15 Our Junior Polo program encourages children at all levels of ability. The clinic is a fun way to learn about polo while having fun. FRIDAY NIGHT POLO CLINIC June 14 – August 23 This clinic is the perfect introduction to polo. Join with a group of friends or on your own. Our Friday Night Clinics are held on each Friday night during the summer. POLO LESSONS Year Round (Grass & Arena) Learn to play polo this season or perfect your game. Both beginner and experienced riders will receive individualized training during your one-hour lesson from the Polo Pro of your choice.
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MEADOWBROOK POLO CLUB | 2014 June 5 – 21 Club Polo 0-2 Goal June 5 – 29 USPA Peter Henderson Memorial 8 Goal June 14 Old Westbury College Foundation Charity Match June 24 – July 30 Al Bianco Memorial Tournament 6 Goal July 1 USPA 16 Goal
PLAYING MEMBERSHIP Full Membership – This playing membership gives our members the most amount of playing time. It is for those who would like to play during the week and on weekends. Weekday Membership – We created this membership for the member who would like to play only during the week. Many of our members work in the city and travel for the weekend. If that sounds familiar, then this membership is perfect for you. Junior Membership – Created for our younger members. This entry level membership was created to ensure the growth of polo by making it easier for younger generations to access the sport and learn a skill that will last a lifetime. NON-PLAYING MEMBERSHIPS Social Membership – As a Social Member you and your guests can be part of polo’s rich history and tradition. Membership will give you exclusive access to our Members Tent and invitation to many of our events. Seasonal Tailgate – A Reserved location for you within our tailgate area is the perfect meeting place for playing and non-playing members who wish to enjoy the ambience of polo with a drink and a light snack. Seasonal Cabana – On a summer’s afternoon, Bethpage’s Cabana Tents offer you an exclusive place to enjoy the day’s polo in a private, relaxed and comfortable setting.
Meadowbrook Polo is a friendly, safe, polite, low-key environment, where you can play polo at whatever level of skill, speed and expense is most comfortable for you and is fun for everyone involved. See you on the field or under the tent for an asado! PN
July 7 – 13 2014 US Arena Open Polo Championships August 5 – 31 12 Goal Tournament August 19 – September 9 6 Goal Tournament September 2 – 28 8 Goal Tournament September 13 Harriman Cup – UVA vs Yale Tickets www.harrimancup.org September 2 – 27 2-4 Goal Tournament TBA PTF Seniors Tournament TBA PTF Juniors Tournament September 16 – October 5 Susan Montgomery Memorial
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NEWPORT POLO CLUB | 2014
715 East Main Road (Route 138) Portsmouth, RI 401-846-0200 www.nptpolo.com
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ewport Polo is the home of the Westchester Polo Club, America’s first polo club, established in 1876, a founding member of the United States Polo Association and host of the Newport International Polo Series. The Club offers exhibition polo, polo club member services for outdoor & arena polo, and polo instruction year-round. 2014 is the Year of the Horse, and our 23rd season will make a fitting celebration with an all-star lineup of international challengers, 2 debuts, the City Series against US rivals, and many festive events for fun on & off the field at the NBC 10 Newport International Polo Series, presented by your Rhode Island BMW Centers. CHALLENGERS The action kicks off Opening Day with the debut of Sweden on June 7th at 5pm. The Polo Series runs continuously every Saturday through September, with top rivals including Scotland, Ireland, Italy, and Kenya who will be the guests of honor for the gala weekend, then the popular Jamaican and English teams, concluding with the debut of Singapore. Rivals from major US cities, which includes Boston, Dallas, Palm Beach, Philadelphia, New York and Baltimore, will test the mettle of the Newport team, as well as regional challengers from the Northeast. Special events during this year include the Asado Lamb Roast on July 5 following USA vs. Ireland; the Safari Ball on Aug. 1; the Lobsterbake on Aug. 2 following USA vs. Kenya; and the Jerk Grill on Aug. 16 following USA vs. Jamaica.
SPONSORS The Polo Series is proud to announce its sponsors: NBC 10, Rhode Island BMW Centers, Alex and Ani, the Newport Daily News, Boston Common, Pearls Boutique Hotels, Forty 1° North, Stillwater Spa at Hyatt Regency Newport, Vanderbilt International Properties, Clarke Cooke House, Rockstar Limo, Veuve Clicquot, Lufthansa, Shreve Crump & Low, McGrath Clambakes, Equine Journals and promotional partners including The Preservation Society of Newport, Bird’s Eye View Helicopter Tours, America’s Cup Charters, Massage Envy, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, The Cocktail Guru, Elemental Surf and Discover Newport. “Our sponsors have been with us since the beginning. Without their support, the Series would not be as extensive as it is,” explains Dan Keating, Polo Series founder.
Discover Polo! Watch it, support it, play it. For seating options and reservations, sponsorships, lessons and info about the matches and events, call 401-846-0200 or visit our box office online: www.nptpolo.com. General Admission Tickets also sold at the gate. PN 52 | POLO Northeast 2014
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION: PLAYERS CIRCLE $3,500 PATRON TABLE: Reserved table for 2014, seats up to 10
$1,000
SUBSCRIBER $225 Season Pass for one in Alex and Ani Pavilion – box seating MEMBER $125 General Admission Pass for one – lawn/grandstand seating Memberships may be purchased online at www. nptpolo.com or at the gate.
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May 31, 5pm Newport Rotary Benefit Match
July 19, 5pm USA vs. Italy
Aug 30, 5pm USA vs. England
June 7, 5pm USA vs. Sweden
July 26, 5pm Newport vs. Palm Beach
Sept 6, 4pm Newport vs. Baltimore
June 14, 5pm Lufthansa Cup
Aug 1, 7pm Safari Ball
Sept 13, 4pm USA vs. Singapore
June 21, 5pm USA vs. Scotland
Aug 2, 5pm USA vs. Kenya
Sept 20, 4pm New England Challenge
June 28, 5pm Newport vs. Boston Shreve Crump & Low
Aug 9, 5pm Newport vs. Philadelphia
Sept 27, 4pm Finals
Aug 16, 5pm USA vs. Jamaica
Après Polo Events – All-inclusive VIP Lounge BMW Test Drives 1 – 4pm Asado Lamb Roast Lobsterbake Jerk Grill
July 5, 5pm USA vs. Ireland July 12, 5pm Newport vs. Dallas
Aug 23, 5pm Newport vs. New York
TICKET INFORMATION GENERAL ADMISSION: $12/Adult; kids free up to age 15 Grandstand or lawn seating, picnics welcome RESERVED TAILGATE PARKING: $50 Field-side parking spot, accommodates up to 15 people General Admission not included ALEX AND ANI PAVILION: $20/Person Box seating with bar service Table reservation available online only POSITIVE ENERGY POLO LOUNGE DAY PASS: $50/Person Seating in private lounge, complimentary hors d’oeuvres & cocktails at select City Series matches Reservations & Tickets sold online at www.nptpolo.com. Tickets also sold at entry gates, from 1pm. For group events or more info, please visit our website www.nptpolo.com. Photos © Matthew J. Atanian Photography
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QUECHEE POLO CLUB | 2014 Off US Route 4 ½ Mile North of Quechee Gorge Quechee, VT
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he Quechee Polo Club of Quechee, Vermont has been playing polo since legendary coach and Polo Hall of Fame member Stephen “Doc” Roberts founded the club in 1974. Doc Roberts had retired after 30 years of teaching, research, and administration at Cornell University, where he had also played and coached polo. After moving to Vermont to join his brother in a veterinary practice, Doc Roberts teamed up with two other polo enthusiasts, Allen Choate and Robert Tuttle to form the first Quechee Polo Club. Playing on fields owned by and generously maintained by the Quechee Lakes Landowners Association for all these years, the polo club celebrates its 40th anniversary this summer. Today, the club plays low goal polo (2-4) versus other polo clubs from around the region. Club members are local residents of New Hampshire and Vermont, several who once played collegiate polo. The team plays most of its matches “at home,” but does travel a few weekends to out-of-state tournaments. The 2014 team includes long-time members Patrick and Angeline Andrew, Chuck Wira, Chris Wira, Steve Leninski, and Joe Kozlik. As the number of polo clubs in the northeast has declined, The Quechee Polo Club invites players and clubs from surrounding states to the Green Mountains to play before a crowd of loyal local residents and summer visitors. The Club has offered many benefit matches over the years, including the annual Quechee Library “Polo for Prose” benefit match each August.
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QUECHEE POLO CLUB | 2014 HOME GAMES: Saturdays at 2pm at the Quechee Polo Field One-half mile north of Quechee Gorge off U.S. Route 4 June 26 – 28 Polo Season Kick-off with Myopia Polo Club – Exeter, NH July 5* Sugarbush Polo Club July 12* Quechee Cup July 19* Stone Pony Farm Polo Club July 26* Red, White & Blue Cup August 2 – 3 USPA Tournament – Central New York Quechee Polo club matches begin at 2 p.m. with the official parade of the teams to midfield, accompanied by a Sousa march. After the playing of the national anthem, the match begins. An announcer explains the rules, narrates the play-by-play, and keeps the crowd aware of what is happening on the field. In addition to the traditional stomping of the divots, half time often features an invitation to try out the foot mallets, and after the match, spectators are invited to the staging area to meet the horses and players. The team plays most Saturdays in July and August, and finishes the season with the annual Labor Day weekend “Chihuahua Cup.” Begun several years ago, the first Chihuahua Cup featured the New Hampshire members of the team playing the Vermont members. Instead of the museum-style silver cups that grace the professional polo matches, the team found an old tarnished cup and threw in a tiny stuffed animal Chihuahua that one of the players picked up at a Taco Bell giveaway. Team member Charlie Hutchinson’s pet Chihuahua became the first official mascot. What began as a simple fun parody of the professional polo tournaments became a tradition, with polo players from around the region invited to come celebrate the end of another polo season. PN
August 9* Quechee Library Benefit Match August 16* Stone Pony Farm Polo Club August 30* Annual Quechee Chihuahua invitational September 7 Giant Valley Polo Club – Hamden, CT * Home Games
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THE MUSEUM OF POLO AND HALL OF FAME
Fuel Your Passion for Polo
Experience the History ~ the Tradition ~ the Thrill of the Sport When in South Florida, don’t forget to visit the Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame, a non-profit educational center created to preserve the history and tradition that surrounds the sport of polo. Open Monday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and on Saturdays in Season, January – April, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The Museum is a 501 (c) (3), non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible. Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame
9011 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth, Florida 33467
Phone: (561) 969-3210 Fax: (561) 964-8299 E-mail: polomuseum@att.net or visit our website at: www.polomuseum.com
Photo Š Matthew J. Atanian Photography
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BETHPAGE POLO | 2014
JUNE Sunday, June 1st Sunday, June 8th Sunday, June 15th Sunday, June 22nd Sunday, June 29th
JULY Sunday, July 6th Sunday, July 13th Sunday, July 20th Sunday, July 27th
AUGUST Sunday, August 3rd
Help Argentina Benefit
Sunday, August 10th Sunday, August 17th Sunday, August 24th - No Polo Sunday, August 31st
SEPTEMBER Sunday, September 7th Sunday, September 14th Sunday, September 21st Sunday, September 28th
OCTOBER Sunday, October 5th Sunday, October 12th
Matches begin at 3PM
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BETHPAGE POLO | 2014
Old Bethpage, NY 516-514-POLO Bethpagepolo.com
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unday, June 1st marks the kickoff to the Bethpage Polo at the Park polo game season on Long Island, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., the officially licensed brand for the sport of polo in North America. Every Sunday, from June 1 – October 12, matches will be held at the Bethpage State Park polo field, which can be reached via the Long Island Railroad by taking the Ronkonkoma Branch line to Bethpage station (for more information visit: http://web.mta. info/lirr/getaways/LongIsland/ BethpageGolf.htm).
Whether this is your first polo match, or you regularly attend, everyone is welcome. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to pack a car full of good food, drinks, and friends, and set up a tailgate on the polo field sidelines – the most entertaining way to catch a thrilling game! It’s a great day outing, to escape the heat of the city, spend time with friends and watch the exciting, fast-paced sport of polo. “We are looking forward to kicking off an even bigger season than last year’s. Bethpage Polo has
increased in popularity and we are now accommodating more guests than ever. We have added social memberships, VIP cabanas, new sponsors and new tents for the 2014 season. All of this ensures that Bethpage Polo at the Park will be the best place to be every Sunday this summer,” said Robert Ceperano, owner of Bethpage Polo at the Park. Polo players will be outfitted in U.S. Polo Assn. shirts throughout the season. Special promotions include “Buy 1, Get 1 Free” and “Free VIP Parking” ticket offers, by spending $50 or more at Deer Park, 125th Street, Fulton Street and Jersey Gardens U.S. Polo Assn. store locations. Additionally, enter the promo code “Bethpage” on www. uspoloassn.com, and receive 10% off your entire order. PN
ABOUT BETHPAGE POLO AT THE PARK: For tickets, dates and more information, please visit: www.bethpagepolo.com or www.eventbee.com
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SOUTHAMPTON POLO | 2014
206 Millstone Road Water Mill, NY 516-729-6154 www.southamptonpolo.com
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outhampton Hunt & Polo Club was founded in 1989. It is now one of the largest polo clubs in America. The club’s goal is to provide fast, competitive, fun polo in a pleasant social environment. SHPC offers low to medium goal polo from May through midOctober at its facilities in Southampton. From June through September the club runs monthly 2, 4 and 8 Goal leagues; and 10 and 12 Goal tournaments are scheduled later in the season. For beginners, SHPC offers a structured introductory program that starts with the basics of the sport and gradually advances through more advanced levels to full field play. Instruction is provided by the club’s staff of international professionals This program has been extremely successful in attracting new players to the game. SHPC is located 110 miles east of New York City in the Town of Southampton, the heart of The Hamptons, America’s premier resort area. The club is 4 miles from some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and is surrounded by picturesque villages where the best of entertainment, sports, shopping and fine dining can be found. Facilities at SHPC consist of 3 full fields, 2 stick & ball areas, an outdoor arena and exercise track. The club boards 200 horses. The club is open 6 days a week, Tuesday through Sunday, with organized play on Wednesday and Friday evenings and on Saturday and Sunday. SHPC also operates a full service horse farm for the breeding and training of polo ponies. Grooms and lease ponies are available through an independent operator at the club. PN
FACILITIES INCLUDE: • Three Grass Fields • One Regulation Size Outdoor Arena • Stick & Ball Areas • Exercise Tracks • Stalls & Turn-out Area
June 7 – July 12 Summer League 4 Goal June 8 – July 13 Independence Cup 8 Goal July 11 – July 27 *New York Cup 8 Goal July 19 – August 9 *Hamptons League 6 Goal July 27 – August 17 *Club Championship (USPA) 10 Goal August 9 – September 20 Fall League 4 Goal August 10 – September 21 Southampton Cup 8 Goal September 15 – October 13 Members Only September 21 Seniors Tournament * Knock-out tournaments
LEVEL OF PLAY: • 4-14 Goal • Monthly Leagues & Tournaments • Intermediate and Novice Programs
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IT’S TACK-TICAL
POLO EQUIPMENT
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Helmets are required in the game of polo. The most common helmets are made of reinforced, padded plastic with a cloth covering and chin strap. The helmet protects the player from swinging mallets and from balls traveling at speeds of nearly 100 mph. Face guards can be attached.
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Knee Pads provide player protection from flying balls and rough ride-offs.
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Leg Wraps provide support to the pony’s tendons and ligaments as well as protection from flying balls and stray mallets. The pony’s legs are wrapped from below the knee to the fetlock.
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The Mallet has a rubber-wrapped grip and a webbed thong, called a sling, for wrapping around the thumb. The shaft is made of Manau-cane with a small number of them today made from composite plastic materials. The mallet usually has a fair amount of “whip” and can bend quite a bit during a hard swing. Mallet length ranges from 50 to 53 inches. The head of the mallet is made of tipa, a South American hardwood. The head is approximately 9 ¼ inches long and the ball is struck with the broad sides rather than the tips.
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The Ball is made of hard plastic that dents a bit each time it is hit. The ball is about 3 ¼ inches in diameter and weighs about 4 ounces.
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Polo Stirrup Irons are heavier than most and the stirrup leathers are wider and thicker, for added safety when the player stands in the stirrups.
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The Martingale is a leather strap that runs from the noseband to the girth. It keeps the pony from raising his head too high.
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Boots are always colored brown in polo and extend to just below the knee. They are made from heavy leather for protection during ride-offs and a better grip.
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Polo Saddles are English-style with a flat seat and no knee support; the rider adopting a forward-leaning seat. A breastplate is added, usually attached to the front billet, to stop the saddle from slipping back. Many saddles also have an overgirth for safety. PN
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