Polocrosse: King of the One-Horse Sports
By Kerstie Allen
This month I’d like to give a big shout out to my fellow teammates of the American Polocrosse Association U.S.A. World Cup team as they head to South Africa in July to represent the United States against … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Life in the Art World
Canadian Artist Melinda Brewer
By Katie Navarra
Canadian-based artist Melinda Brewer has dedicated her life to chronicling the sport of polo and its most accomplished horses. She’s been honored with countless awards and her artwork has hung in galleries across … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Loreto Natividad Strives To Be the Best
By Lauren R. Giannini
Loreto Natividad takes his passion for polo very seriously. His all-out commitment to polo is a recurring theme among members of Team USPA who all agree that whatever challenges crop up, it’s totally worth every effort … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Asides
- Juan Martin Nero (left) and Miguel Novillo Astrada battle it out for control in bracket play for the 111th U.S. Open Polo Championship. Lechuza Caracas defeated FlexJet 10-9 in overtime against the stunning background of the Lechuza Caracas
The Heart of a Polo Pony
By Kerstie Allen
We’ve all loved that one special horse. Whether it was a naughty first pony or a seasoned show horse, equines hold a special place in our heart. We may love that horse or pony so much we … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Having a Go at Playing Polo
By Susan Friedland-Smith
My first real-life exposure to polo took place when I was a teenager and somehow my non-horsey parents acquired tickets to a match at Oakbrook Polo Club outside Chicago. My impressions were that I’d love to gallop … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Battle on the Beach
By Kerstie Allen
Last year, the 10th Miami Beach Polo World Cup was played just an hour down the turnpike from Wellington, Florida. With Miami being one of my favorite destinations, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to play in … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Loving Polo Is A Great Workout
By Kerstie Allen
Every school has that kid who was obsessed with horses. I was that kid. I never grew out of the “I love horses” phase. I’d speak, draw and even run like a horse, and still do to … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Horse Heaven: From the Movies to Wellington
By Kerstie Allen
When I’m not galloping around the polo field, I like to catch up with friends who ride in other equestrian disciplines. While still seeking the adrenaline rush of playing polo, I also enjoy being a stunt … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Learning To Fly
Polo Gives Alex Ebel His Wings
By Lauren R. Giannini
Alex Ebel was 5 when he discovered Ralph Lauren’s signature line of polo shirts. Made from the softest pima cotton, they felt good against his sensitive skin and became a … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature