2013 eldorado polo magazine

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president’s welcome 8A letter from Mike Ward

polo 2013 12A letter from Jan Hart

A letter from Graham Bray

save the date 15Tournament and social schedule

team eldorado 18Meet the staff

fields and facilities 19Map of the grounds

try polo! 21Eldorado Polo and Riding Academy

intro to polo 23A guide to game rules and terms

your passport to the world 29

International polo destinations

why polo? 34Players’ polo passion

team uspa 38Next generation polo talent

tournament results 2011-2012

skins 42

governor’s cup 43

pacific coast circuit wct 44

january 4 goal league 45

trione senior’s 45

tony veen memorial 46

jason memorial jr. officer’s 46

carlton beal memorial 47

wendell kerley memorial 47

world gym 48

new year’s 48

holiday 48

verve international 50

roadrunner 50

go honey 50

Jackson Hole 51

Annual Awards 51

the man behind the mallet 55

An interview with Henry Trione

polo style 58Must-have art, apparel and equipment

polo people 63Sidelines and social events

join eldorado! 73Sunday polo, social events and sponsorships

meet the players 74Members and handicaps

after polo 80Where to be and be seen

junior polo 82Pee Wee and junior talent

publisher and marketing directorMegan [email protected]

editorial directorLisa [email protected]

art directorShane Garrettwww.stg54.com

advertising sales managerVanessa [email protected]

ad designAubrey [email protected]

club photographerLacey Wintertonwww.laceywinterton.com

contributing photographersDominick Lemarie Photography, Hector Gutierrez, Kaylee Scherbinski, USPA

contributorsJames a’Court, Graham Bray, Jan Hart, Debbie Morrison, Vanessa Shapiro, Mike Ward

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W E S P E C I A L I Z E I N I N T E R N A T I O N A L S E C U R I T Y I T

Welcome to the 56th season of polo at the Eldorado Polo Club. Players, patrons, and spectators alike will benefit from a full complement of amateur through 12-Goal polo. Please join us every weekend, January through March; our high- level polo promises to be some of the most popular and exciting polo of the last few seasons.

Lake Farms, the current owners of Eldorado Polo Club, is currently under contract for the sale of the land to Goldenvoice, the producers of Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals. Upon completion of the environmental impact report and final negotiations with the City of Indio, Lake Farms and Goldenvoice will close the sale in the first half in 2013. Planning ahead, a new corporation will be formed, which will be governed, as originally envisioned 56 years ago, by the players.

Goldenvoice has been a great supporter and partner of the Eldorado Polo Club. The relationship has been advantageous for both entities. The sale, further maintenance, and continuous improvement agreements between Goldenvoice and Eldorado will preserve polo at our club for a long time to come. My special thanks goes out to Eldorado’s entire staff for their commitment, hard work, and allegiance. Without each of them, polo at our club would be unsustainable.

At Eldorado, polo is our one and only passion, and your participation, thoughts, and suggestions will help us to strive to be all we can be. The owners, members, and staff wish you the healthiest and happiest year in our upcoming polo season.

Michael C. WardPresident of the Board of DirectorsEldorado Polo Club

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This year marks the beginning of a new phase in the history of the Eldorado Polo Club. Building upon our 56 years of polo tradition, we are strongly committed to developing Eldorado as the desert’s premier polo destination over the next decade. We have initiated a rejuvenation of the grounds and facilities, to benefit an increasing number of players and visitors from across North and South America, and abroad.

Taking the helm of our experienced team is our new Polo Manager, Graham Bray, who brings years of polo experience to the club. He will be working with Polo

Assistants Rob Roenisch and Debbie Morrison and our dedicated team to make this year memorable. Our facilities are in the experienced hands of Chief Engineer Santos Macabale and Field Supervisor Jesse Valenzu-ela. Our Accountant, Darlene Molton, is minding all the checks and bal-ances and James a’Court will be filling your social calendars as returning Marketing and Events Director. Kyle Fargey brings his nine years of teaching experience back to the club as Director of the Eldorado Polo and Riding Academy. We invite polo players of all levels to contact him and get in the game.

In preparation for the winter 2013 season, Graham and the Eldorado team have dedicated themselves to several upgrades to the fields,

including aerating and deep tining, then covering the fields with 7,000 tons of sand and aggravating. The exercise track was ground up with 18 inch rippers to alleviate the waving effect and then covered with 12 inches of new sand for improved footing and drainage. Along with these upgrades, the club also got a makeover: freshly trimmed Oleander bushes and trees; reconstructed barns; and other fieldside maintenance.

This season, ROC’s Firehouse Grille brings their fresh homemade fare back to the Cantina and the Club House. Fans of polo can enjoy watching polo games from the Cantina patio, or join us for Sunday Brunch and polo at the Club House. Both facilities host a number of exciting social events throughout the season, including the annual Governor’s Bash, and are available for private and corporate events.

Our devoted staff sees every year as an opportunity to improve quality and access to all aspects of the polo lifestyle, for fans, sponsors, and, especially, players. We honor the Eldorado tradition of running the best player-focused club in the desert with continued high-level polo competition and exceptional facilities.

I look forward to seeing players and fans, new and experienced, on the sidelines and hitting the fields in the 2012–2013 season!

Jan HartGeneral Manager

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Join us at the Eldorado Polo Club as we kick off the exciting 2012–2013 season. We are putting the fun back into polo this year! We have more teams, better fields, improved facilities, a great staff, and 56 years of history behind us.

Looking forward to the 2012–2013 season, Eldorado is pleased to offer competitive polo at a range of levels, from 0 to 12 Goal. Eldorado hosts several annual USPA tournaments, including the Pacific Coast Circuit Governor’s Cup and WCT Qualifier. Also look for the memorial tour-naments that run throughout the season, honoring past members and contributors to Eldorado, including: Mack and Madelyn Jason, Wendell Kerley, Tony Veen, Arty Cameron, Joe Barry, and Carlton Beal. We are pleased to welcome Steve Lane as Head Umpire Instructor and Ricks Sears, USPA Professional Umpire--their expertise will continue to make for better polo at Eldorado.

Fields open December 1 and our pre-season tournaments run throughout December. Opening day is scheduled for January 6, and I know all teams will be excited to play on Field #1.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable polo season. We know you will have fun!

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december 1 Stick & Ball Field Opens 15 Club Chukkers begin Thurs, Sat & Sun15–16 Linfoot Polo Clinic 21 Team Practice Chukkers begin 28–30 Holiday Tournament (4 Goal)31 Cantina New Year’s Party

january 4–13 Tony Veen Memorial Leagues begin: 10–12 Goal, 4–6 Goal & 0 Goal 6 Opening Day: Club House matches begin 14–27 Wendell Kerley Memorial League play: 10–12 Goal, 4–6 Goal & 0 Goal february 1–10 World Gym Tournament League play: 10–12 Goal, 4–6 Goal & 0 Goal 13–24 Carlton Beal Memorial League play: 10–12 Goal, 4–6 Goal & 0 Goal 16–17 Arty Cameron Memorial Junior Tournament

march 1–3 WCT Qualifier and Women’s Challenge Trione Vineyards Senior’s Tournament 6–17 Mack & Madelyn Jason Memorial League play: 10–12 Goal, 4–6 Goal & 0 Goal 22–30 SKINS Tournament (10–12 Goal) USPA Pacific Coast Governor’s Cup (4–6 Goal) 23–24 Joe Barry Memorial Junior Tournament31 SKINS Final USPA Pacific Coast Governor’s Cup Final31 Easter Egg Hunt and Sunday Brunch

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public welcome!Starting Saturday, January 5, 2013Join us on the Cantina patio Games every Saturday at 12pm & Sunday at 10am

Starting Sunday, January 6, 2013Join us at the Club House or for Sunday tailgating Games every Sunday at 12 pm & 2 pm

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Thurs, Sat & Sun 4–6 Goal

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There’s a lot to love in La Quinta! Explore and experience this vibrant city in between matches or after your day on the fields is done. The City

of La Quinta is located just minutes from the Eldorado Polo Club.

Blessed with the natural beauty of the Santa Rosa Moun-tains, La Quinta is known as the “Gem of the Desert.” La Quinta began as a private retreat for Hollywood legends like Greta Garbo and Clark Gable with the inception of the La Quinta Hotel in 1926 (now the exclusive La Quinta Resort & Club). For years, the rich and famous escaped to La Quinta’s secluded hotel and casitas and, in 1982, the City of La Quinta officially incorporated.

Home of the Humana Challenge PGA TOUR event in January, La Quinta is known for its pristine golf courses—which provide challenging play and breathtaking scenery. The City of La Quinta’s position along the mountainside showcases extraordinary views for patio dining, golf, poolside lounging and hiking.

The city offers an exciting range of healthy activities, com-munity gatherings, special events, and cultural programs centered around health and wellness to capture La Quinta’s essence as a healthy, active, and captivating community— a place where people just feel better.

Quality hiking trials, as well as paths for walking, bik-ing, and horseback riding, create many opportunities for physical activity. Parks and golf courses are within the La Quinta Village area or nearby, along with treasures such as the Fred Wolff Nature Preserve.

Also playing a role in La Quinta’s health and wellness program is the city’s SilverRock Resort. This magnificent 525-acre, city-owned property is home to the nationally acclaimed Arnold Palmer Classic Course, a temporary clubhouse and driving range.

In addition, interactive exhibits and programs at the La Quinta Museum engage all ages. Guests of the museum, which is free-of-charge, can see traveling exhibits and La Quinta artifacts with items of historical significance, as well.

With all these offerings, it’s no surprise that La Quinta is becoming an entertainment focal point in the desert. Many dining venues feature quaint patio space for enjoying the scenic surroundings, and shops that you’ll discover are quite varied.

From the quaint La Quinta Village to the bustling shop-ping corridor on Highway 111, you will find everything from unique boutiques to big box favorites. You’ll find gifts, fashion, home décor and accessories, art galleries, wine shops, gourmet foods, coffee houses, day spas and so much more!

There are many reasons to return to La Quinta. Every March, the La Quinta Arts Festival, ranked second in the nation, features more than 200 artists, entertainment, food and wine. It is sponsored by the La Quinta Arts Foun-dation. The Foundation also presents Blues & Brews in November and Art Under the Umbrellas on select Satur-days throughout April. The Chamber of Commerce hosts a Hot Rod & Custom Car Show in January and a Taste of La Quinta event in February. Adding to the city’s emphasis on healthy living, on Sunday mornings during the season, the Certified Farmers Market sells locally grown fruits and produce, flowers and fresh breads in Old Town La Quinta.

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jan hartGeneral Manager T 760.342.2223 ext. 224 F 760.342.0269 E [email protected]

graham bray Polo Manager T 760.342.2223 ext. 222 F 760.342.2391 E [email protected]

debbie morrison Assistant Polo Manager T 760.342.2223 ext. 223 E [email protected]

darlene moltonAccountant T 760.342.2223 ext. 224 E [email protected]

santos macabaleChief Engineer T 760.342.2223 E [email protected]

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rob roenischAssistant Polo Manager T 760.342.2223 E [email protected]

kyle fargeyDirector, Eldorado Polo and Riding AcademyT 760.701.0244 E [email protected]

james a’courtMarketing and Events DirectorT 760.831.9696E [email protected]

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The Eldorado Polo & Riding Academy caters instruction to everyone from beginner riders to seasoned polo players who are looking to fine-tune their game. We have an amazing staff of polo instructors, riding teachers and grooms to look after our barn full of safe, talented polo school horses. You are also welcome to bring your own seasoned polo horse.

For further specifics on lesson rates and the updated monthly Eldorado Polo & Riding Academy lesson schedule, please visit:

www.eldoradopoloclub.com/polo-academy

The Eldorado Polo & Riding Academy offers a full range of products and services:

• Polo horses for rent with all tack and equipment

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• Coaching League with umpiring and professional

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• Catalogue of polo horses for sale locally

• Full packages of tack and polo equipment to get you and your horse ready to play!

“We guarantee that you will enjoy the casual, relaxed and inviting polo environment at Eldorado!”

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The Sport of Kings has its roots in Persia, dating back to the

5th century BCE. Polo traveled steadily west, through India, the Middle East and England, to land on North American shores in the 1870s. Originally a war-training exercise for soldiers, the modern sport of polo is a game played by two teams of four players (or three for arena polo).


The game runs four, six or eight chukkers (or periods) that run 7½ minutes each on a field that spans 300 yards long by 180 yards wide. Between each chukker, players have four minutes to switch horses. The play is very intense, so players generally play each horse for only one chukker. After each goal scored, the players switch playing direction in order to even out field and weather conditions.

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divot stompSpectators descend onto the field at half-time to replace pieces of turf dug up by the horses during play. The goal is to remedy the grass surface, so that the ball travels smoothly down the field.

flagmanThe designated person standing behind each set of goal posts who flags each successful goal “in” by waving the flag up high or “out” by waving the flag below the waist.

foulAny infraction of the USPA rules, ranging from dangerous riding to interrupting the line of the ball; the severity of a foul depends on how dangerous the infraction was to the horse or player.

goal A goal is scored on the field each time the ball completely passes across the goal line and between the goal posts (at any height). The term “goal” also refers to a player’s handicap rating and is used to denote the level of play in a match, as determined by the cumulative handicap ratings of the players on the team.

hook A defensive technique in which a player uses his or her mallet to inter-fere with an opponent’s swing.

knock-in When a team in an offensive drive hits the ball across the opponent’s backline,

the defending team resumes play with a free hit, or “knock in,” from their back line.

line of the ball Once a ball is hit, the player who is closest to the ball with the narrowest angle has the right of way. Opposing players cannot cross the line too closely to the player who has the right of way, nor can they approach the “on line” player at too sharp an angle, or they risk a foul and subsequent penalty.

penalty A free hit may be awarded when a foul is committed. Each infrac-tion of the rules of play, or foul, is given a rating between one and nine by the umpires. The severity of the infraction determines the level of penalty imposed.

player positions Player positions are represented by the numbers on their polo jerseys (from one to four). The Number One player primarily assumes an offensive position on the field and is responsible for neutralizing the opposing team’s Number 4 player (their primary defense). The Number Two is the mover and the shaker, a transition player who backs up the Number One player, and aggressively seeks to move the ball upfield. The Number Three player is the quarterback, who focuses on game strategy, field advantage and moving the ball. This player is often the highest rated player on the team. Finally, player Number Four is primarily responsible for guarding the goal, and preventing the opposing team from scoring.

referee If the two umpires on the field disagree on a call, the referee, or “third man,” on the sidelines has the final say.

ride-off (or bump) Similar to a body check in hockey, this is a defensive move in which a horse’s shoulder is pressed into the shoulder of another player’s horse, in an attempt to drive him or her off the line of the ball. Bumping an opponent at more than a 45-degree angle, how-ever, will result in a penalty.

throw-in Play begins or is resumed when the umpire throws the ball into play. Teams line up for a throw in by the umpire by facing their ponies towards the direction of their goal end.

umpires Two mounted officials are on the polo field for all games; they are responsible for ensuring safety and enforcing the rules of play.

united states polo association (uspa) This polo-governing body is responsible for sanctioning polo clubs and tournaments, managing and publishing rules and handicap ratings, and organizing, promoting, and supporting polo across North America.


the uspa handicap system

The United States Polo Association (USPA) handicap system was put in place by the organization’s first president, Henry Lloyd Herbert, in 1890. The inten-tion of handicaps is to make sure that teams com-posed of players of varying skill are evenly matched on the playing field, and that neither team plays with an unfair advantage.

A player’s handicap is a rating between -2 (or C) and 10 and is expressed in “goals.” The USPA recently refined the rating system to use half points to apply to players ranked above -1 Goal and below 2 Goal handicaps (e.g., 1.5 Goals). A player’s goal rating has nothing to do with how many goals he or she may score in a game or season. Rather, it is based on general mastery of the fundamentals, horsemanship, sense of strategy and conduct, and quality of ponies.

Every polo club has a Handicap Committee that evaluates its players and submits its goal-rating recommendations to a Circuit Handicap Committee, who passes it on to the National Handicap Commit-tee. The USPA evaluates handicaps twice a year, in July and in January, though it reserves the right to change a player’s handicap at any time. Currently, about two thirds of USPA-rated players are rated 2 or less, and there are 10 active players currently rated at 10 Goals.

A team’s handicap is the sum total rating of all of its players. If one team in a competition is rated lower than the other, that team may be awarded a num-ber of goals in an attempt to make playing condi-tions more even. The number of goals awarded is dependent on the difference between the two teams’ handicaps, the goal level of the tournament, and the number of chukkers being played.

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Almost anywhere in the world, you can find a prestigious polo club offering games, chukkers, and instruction in exotic and exciting locations, combined with a cultural experience that is truly unique to the destination. Eldorado Polo explored four exciting international polo venues and found many reasons for North American players and their families to leave home, with or without their mallet bags in tow.

CALIXTO GARCIA-VELEZDirector of Polo and Equestrian Operations, Casa de Campo

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thai polo clubPattaya, Thailandwww.thai-polo-club.com

Located one hour from the Bangkok International Airport, the Thai Polo & Equestrian Club boasts 600 acres overlook-ing the Gulf of Thailand. The lush club has two international-standard fields, a practice ground, stabling for over 120 horses, paddocks, and approximately 80 horses for the use of members and visitors.

Travel to the Thai Polo and Equestrian Club guarantees not only stellar league and tournament play, from low-goal to 14-goal levels, it also offers world-class instruction. From November through April, the Rege Ludwig International Polo School offers individual instruction and clinics under the expert tutelage of one of the most experienced and sought-after polo instructors in the world. An Eldorado Polo Club alumnus, Rege has been teaching and coaching polo since 1983, and offers instruction for all levels.

Within a half-hour drive of the polo club, there are over a dozen golf courses to enjoy, including the Siam Country Club, recog-nized as the premier golf club of the Thai Eastern Seaboard. Within the same distance, you can experience elephant rides, the Pattaya Water Park, and limitless water sporting activities at Pattaya Beach, including fishing, windsurfing, kayaking, parasailing, wakeboarding, scuba diving and snorkeling.

Stay onsite at the Thai Polo Club in an authentic Thai House or travel to nearby Pattaya to stay in a beachfront resort. The Horseshoe Resort is just 10 minutes from the polo club, nestled in a vast national park lined with tropical trees and populated with exotic animals. The facilities include the International Rid-ing School for horse-lovers; Discovery Camp, a unique learning opportunity for young explorers; and Three Kingdoms Park, a monument to Thai and Chinese culture that your family can explore through three pagodas of illustrated history.

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The award-winning, 7,000-acre Casa de Campo resort in La Romana, Dominican Republic offers activities and facilities for the entire family to enjoy: golf, tennis, beaches, water sports, polo, western and English pleasure riding, spa amenities, and more!

Casa de Campo’s Polo & Equestrian Club has a rich and storied history as a playground for the world’s most elite polo players and socialites, dating back to the 1970s. The polo club now boasts three polo fields, one practice field, and one of the largest strings of polo ponies in the world under a single brand. Regular polo is played throughout the year while matches, and domestic and international tournaments are usually played during high season, which begins in early November and ends in April. Polo equipment, group instruction and personalized training are available for beginner and intermediate players. Expert staffing is also on hand for lessons in English or Western-style riding and jumping, or enjoy guided trail rides throughout the tropical property grounds.

“With the distinct advantage of a world-class polo pony breed-ing program on site, we are in a unique position to host count-less international test matches as well as tailor polo programs to each of our clients’ specific needs,” says Calixto Garcia-Velez, Director of Polo and Equestrian Operations. “Outside of polo, the fact that our resort offers such a variety of other amenities makes us the premier destination for any polo player traveling with family or friends.”

If horses are not your cup of tea, hit the greens at Teeth of the Dog golf course. Ranked as the number one course in the Carib-bean and 43rd in the top 100 courses worldwide by Golf Maga-zine, Pete Dye’s Teeth of the Dog at Casa de Campo attracts the best professional and amateur golfers in the world.

Only a stone’s throw away from the amazing Casa de Campo resort is the unique historical village of Altos de Chavon, a handcrafted replica of a 16th century Mediterranean village. Dominican artisans created the unique stone pathways, decorative ironwork, and enchanting buildings, and the town is full of galleries, museums, boutiques, restaurants, bars, and performing arts.

Casa de Campo is an ideal Caribbean destination for the entire family. Award-winning recreational and kids programs, excel-lent polo, golf and beaches, and unique sight-seeing mean that your family can spend time together and apart next vacation; a little peace of mind for all to enjoy.

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singapore polo clubMount Pleasant, Singaporewww.singaporepoloclub.org/ Rich in history and tradition, the Singapore Polo Club is set on acres of lush, tropical grounds, a world apart from Singapore’s bustling pace yet located just minutes from the heart of the city’s business center. With a season that extends from early March through mid-December, almost any time of year is a good one to visit.

Singapore Polo Club is the city-state’s premier equestrian center, with both indoor and outdoor riding facilities. Chukkers are played throughout the week, and there are a variety of local and international tournaments scheduled throughout the season. There is a qualified polo instructor on staff and a variety of club lease ponies to choose from. Riding programs at the Singapore Polo Club include basic pleasure riding, competitive dressage, and jumping at various levels. Visitors may also explore the wide selection of jungle riding trails that are accessible from the club.

Far more than a polo club, the club also boasts a restaurant and bar, gym and fitness facilities, gaming room, spa, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, tennis, archery, squash, boxing, fencing, pilates, yoga, Internet room, and outdoor children’s playground.

Within a few miles of the club, you will find hotels, restaurants, shopping, and green space, but with all of the unique indoor and outdoor activities onsite, there is hardly a reason to leave the Singapore Polo Club.

apes hill polo centreSt. James, Barbadoswww.apeshillpolobarbados.com

Apes Hill Polo Centre is located in the Apes Hill Club, a luxuri-ous planned community on 470 acres in the center of Barbados. The club features a brand new golf course and full-sized polo field surrounded by rolling meadows, dense tropical forest, coral stone quarries, and the cristal blue of the Caribbean Sea.

The polo season in Barbados runs from December through May, and tournament play runs throughout the week. Tourna-ments are often held in cooperation with the two other main polo clubs in Barbados, Holders and Lion Castle. Visitors who would like to participate or sign up for individual or group lessons can rent horses (equipment and drinks provided) from the school at Apes Hill Polo Club, which is managed by Jamie Dickson.

Horses are a major part of daily life in Barbados, and subse-quently, equine activities are ample. Horse racing at the Gar-rison Savannah, one of the oldest racing tracks in the Americas, runs year-round and hosts the Sandy Lane Barbados Gold Cup in March and the Barbados Triple Crown in April. There are also many incredible riding trails and scenic rides along the beach for all horse lovers.

Barbados offers much to explore, including botanical wonders like the Flower Forest and the Welchman Hall Gully, ample white-sand beaches, sailing, fishing, safari tours, and unbeliev-able scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities. Though it is a relatively small island, Barbados is one of the leading tourist destinations in the Caribbean. It represents the best of the Ca-ribbean, with its endless adventures and fun, friendly culture.


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Polo has opened up a world of adventure for me. –Pat Nesbitt

Polo, for me, starts with my love of horses, followed by an adrenaline addiction and

a craving for competition. –Krista Bonaguidi

I have a strong passion for horses and competition. Polo is a true sport —it is challenging and competitive and at the end of the game, everyone shakes hands. I have turned many lifetime moments into memories on the polo field, and I love sharing those memories with other players. –Dan Walker

I love polo because of the horses, the adrenalin and the camaraderie.

–Jennifer Luttrell

Why not polo? –Suzanne Figi

w h y p o l o ?

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w h y p o l o ?

The wonderful horses, the great friends, and the heart-pumping thrill of the game. I love team sport, and this is one that I get to play near home, with some amazing professional players. –Dan Horn

I love the horses, the speed and the thrill of the game. Also, I was afraid to continue chuck wagon racing —it’s a little scary! –Pat Powell

I love horses, I love team sports, I love challenges, I love the work-out, and I find polo and the polo club to be a

relaxing escape! –Colleen Wilson

I love polo because it’s a great, fun team competition, and it gives an adrenaline

rush like no other sport!–Geraldine Strunsky

I was hooked on polo from day one. The combined effort of horse and rider, the thrill of victory and the lessons of defeat have kept me playing for years. It’s the only sport that you can play as you begin to age, by virtue of getting younger horses! Also, my wife says that polo is better for me than a mistress. –David Ragland

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eldorado polo talentjoins team uspa

How did you get started in polo?

My dad got me started when I was really young. I played my first games

in the Junior Polo program at Eldorado when I was around 6.

I started riding when I was about 5; my mom and dad both played polo

so they got me started at a young age. I took a break a few years later, and then got seriously involved back in

polo when I was 14.

What is your favorite aspect of the Team USPA program?

They help you find jobs, even if you don’t have any horses; they try to

provide opportunities for you. It was great to get instruction from some of

the top players in the U.S.: Owen Rinehart, Hector Galindo,

and Adam Snow.

The opportunity to travel to Florida and learn from some of the top polo professionals—it was a great learning

experience.

What are your polo plans for 2013?

I will play in the 6 Goal and 12 Goal leagues at Eldorado until the end of March, and I hope to play at Santa

Barbara in the summer.

I have jobs playing in the 8 and 12 Goal in Sarasota, Florida, in the

Winter season, and in Houston in the 8 Goal Spring league.

Any advice for young players?

Play your hardest in every game, practice lots, and don’t give up. Also, don’t party too hard—save

your energy for the field!

Ride as many horses as possible, and play as much polo as you can.

Something few people know about you?

Once someone cut my hair like Bozo the clown.

I really love soccer, and I am an excellent Indian leg wrestler.

The United States Polo Association (USPA) established the Team USPA program in 2010 to grow and sustain the sport of polo by identifying talented young American players and providing opportunities to enhance their abilities. The Team USPA program selects the most talented players from across the country, ages 18–23 years old, and provides one-of-a-kind mentoring, training and playing opportunities. Players are chosen based on their dedication to the sport, their potential for development, and their natural ability. Players are expected to obtain umpire certification and give back to junior polo, teaching polo skills to help youth and beginner players.

jessebrayHandicap: 4Age: 20Hometown: Indio, CA

nicolai galindo Handicap: 3Age: 24Hometown: Thermal, CA

Several players in the Team USPA program are California players, including Jesse Bray, Nicholas Morrison, Carlitos Galindo, Nicolai Galindo, Collin White, Remy Muller, Chris Collins, and Jared Sheldon. Eldorado Polo caught up with a few team members and explored their thoughts on polo, the Team USPA program, and their plans for the upcoming season.

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Polo is a tradition in my family, so I started very young. I think I was in

the lead-line group in Pee Wee polo at Eldorado when I was three years old.

My mom Debbie got me started riding at a young age. I started playing polo at Eldorado when I was around 18.

My family plays polo so I started when I was young. I also like to play baseball, basketball, and soccer, so I did not become serious about polo

until my late teens. I worked for Steve Crowder during college and played in a lot of intercollegiate polo, and then

I was hooked.

The program staff members are so helpful and supportive. I feel like I

can call them any time with questions and they give really good advice.

They help you promote your talents. The program opens doors to job

opportunities.

It’s great that you can always call someone for help or advice. It’s a

very supportive program.

I hope to play at Eldorado in the Winter, then head to Houston in the Spring, and to Kentucky and

Nashville for the Summer.

I work for Coca-Cola polo in Florida. I ride, practice and prep all of Gillian Johnston’s ponies for her.

It’s a great job!

I will play in the 6 Goal and 12 Goal leagues at Eldorado in the Winter, then I will play in Houston in the

Spring and Fall, and I hope to play in Santa Barbara again in the Summer.

Stay in school! But at the same time, follow your polo dreams and always work hard to try and achieve them.

Ride all the time!Work hard and help everyone out around you. What comes around, goes around, and you never know

who will help you out one day. Always respect the horses; they are

the most important part of the game.

I am a soccer fanatic! I am the only Aussie-born member of Team USPA.

I recently got engaged to the best girl in the world, Dani Kennedy.

carlitos galindoHandicap: 3Age: 26 Hometown:Thermal, CA

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r u n n e r - u pHorseware – Jackson HoleJared Sheldon, Remy Muller, Sinead Divine, Manny Rodriguez, Ted Okie

r u n n e r - u pOld Guys RuleMurray Farmer, Ross Adam, Mike Jordan, Lee Nilsson

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m ack & m adelyn ja son jr .off icer ’s cupw i n n e rBlazersKyle Fargey, Jake Devane, Malia McCoy, Pat Powell

tony veen off icer ’s cupW I N N E RBTABryan Middleton, Krista Bonaguidi, Lauren Beal, Remy Muller

r u n n e r - u pBlazersPat Powell, Malia McCoy, Jake Devane, Kyle Fargey

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b e s t p o n yTexOwned and played by Pat Powell

b e s t p o n yPhotoOwned and played by Jared Sheldon

m v pRemy Muller

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carlton bealmemorialW I N N E RAntelopeSantiago Trotz, Geoff Palmer, Matias Zavaleta, Jared Sheldon

r u n n e r - u pHanalei BayKrista Bonaguidi, Jesse Bray, Mariano Fassetta, Alvaro Tadeo

r u n n e r - u pNorthern BlizzardMike Kerley, John Rooney, Joe Henderson, Bryan Middleton

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world gymW I N N E RDeco PoloDavid Ragland, Gregorio Mariscal, Alvaro Tadeo, Ashton Wolf

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the man behindthe mallet

An interview with Henry TrioneIf one of the greatest measures of a man’s success is his ability to give back to his community, then Henry Trione is indeed a very great man. Henry Trione is well recognized in Southern California for his business accomplishments in finance, real estate, lumber, and wine. Yet more often than not, he is recognized as a philanthropist, contributing significant time and funds to institutions and nonprofit or-ganizations. Eldorado Polo Club has benefited from Henry Trione’s great energy, enthusiasm, and generosity towards polo, which continues to this day, with the tradition of the Trione Vineyards Senior’s Tournament. At 91, Henry is still a keen Eldorado supporter. Look for Henry and his wife Eileen on the sidelines and say hello—he is always pleased to meet fellow polo enthusiasts. Eldorado Polo spoke with Henry about his ties to the Eldorado Polo Club, and his enduring love for the sport.

how did you first come to play polo?I always enjoyed horses and when I met a fellow in Santa Rosa, California, named Bob Walter, I took up the sport. Bob had moved to Santa Rosa from Chicago. He gave me one of his nice, easy horses to ride and showed me the ba-sics. I was addicted to the game almost right away.

when did your history with Eldorado begin?I have been involved in the Eldorado Polo Club since its inception. I started to come play polo in the desert in the early 1950s. I played in Santa Rosa and at the San Francis-co Club, and then I learned of the group of people heading out to the desert to play. I thought that sounded great. I was one of the original investors in the land purchased to build Eldorado Polo Club.

do you have other passions that equaled your interest in polo?I was always very active in business. Between that and polo and my family, I had a full plate. I played polo for pure enjoyment. I tried to play every weekend in Santa Rosa or in the desert.

you have made many contributions to eldorado. what do you consider your fondest? I helped to start the Senior’s Polo tournament, which in-vites players over 50 years of age to play. Alex Jacoy, Susan Stovall, and I started this tournament over 20 years ago. There are some great traditions involved—we always play golf, have a great dinner reception, and give tournament

caps out to all participants. We have had up to 8 teams play in the tournament over a weekend, and it has always been an event that everyone enjoys.

what are some of your favorite polo memories?I have made so many good friends over the years. I made a good friend from Canada, Charles Hetherington, as well as many others from the United States and all over the world. I just loved to play with so many friends and talented players—on the main field and on the field that is now in front of the Cantina. I also have fond memories of playing with my sons, Victor and Mark. We named our team the “Italian Stallions” and we often played together on week-ends at the Santa Rosa Polo Club.

what are your thoughts on eldorado today, as the 56th year of polo kicks off?I am very happy with everything that is happening at the club. I enjoy sitting on the Cantina patio or in the Club House and watching the competitive weekend polo. The facility is great and the owners and staff are working hard to make the club a great place to be. I think the sale of the club will benefit polo, and I hope that it will perpetuate polo at Eldorado for a long time.

Thank you Henry, we hope to see you soon at Eldorado.

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Brent spends his weekends at the Eldorado Polo Club with his partner Ernie, his pony Asta, and their family of beautiful dogs and vintage automobiles. Brent is known for his generous and friendly spirit and he is always happy to meet new people, and take on new design challenges.

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1 Cotterel Farms celebrate a win with Wilson Creek Champagne.2 The Kingcliffe women’s team discusses game strategy.3 Antonio Juarez and Wiley Uretz ride off in the Holiday Tournament.4 Chris Kerley goes to goal in the Jackson Hole Horse Emporium Tournament.5 Tony and Claudia Uretz ride matching ponies in a late February practice game.

6 Erica Gandomcar anchors her women’s team.7 Mariano Fassetta in action in the Carlton Beal Memorial Tournament.8 Jake Devane hits a perfect near-side shot in the Mack and Madelyn Jason Memorial.

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1 Bill Devane and friends taking in polo from the Club House2 Claudia and Mike Uretz with Paul Von Gontard3 Kim Kelly visits the field 4 Fergus Gould umpires the 4-Goal league5 Sunny Hale hits the field for the women’s final

6 Geraldine Strunsky, David Ragland, Alvaro Tadeo and Jared Sheldon 7 Highwood and Palm Desert line up for the anthem on Skins day8 Mark Brandner, Keith Utter, Kate Weber, Dwayne Stranahan9 Glen Hart in the Amateur League playoffs

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William Mackall Jason, fondly known to family and friends as “Mack,” was an original founder of the Eldorado Polo Club in 1957. Mack lived a full and happy life as a loving fam-ily man, a successful business executive,

and a passionate polo player; but above all, Mack Jason was a gentleman.

With family roots in North Carolina, Mack was born in Port-land, Oregon in 1926 and lived in the Bay Area for 84 of his 85 years. He was predeceased by the love of his life, vivacious Madelyn Gilmore Jason, whom he married in 1949. Mack was very proud of their four children, eight grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Mack and Madelyn also shared a love for horses. For their wed-ding, Madelyn presented Mack with polo mallets and he present-ed her with a set of golf clubs. The polo mallets multiplied and the golf clubs collected dust.

The Jason and Gilmore families began to invest in property and play polo in the desert area in the early 1950s. In 1957, a group of investors purchased land adjacent to the Eldorado Country Club to establish two fields, stables and a club house. Mack and Madelyn Jason invested in the Lake Farms partnership that has owned the land on which the Eldorado Polo Club has operated since 1957.

Mack shared a passion for polo with his family for over 50 years. He was an ambassador to the Federation of International Polo, Board member of the USPA, and past Governor of the USPA Pacific Coast Circuit. Mack was instrumental in bringing polo back to the Menlo Circus Club and was actively involved in the club, alongside Madelyn, daughter Lyn, and his extended family.

Over the course of his polo career, Mack achieved a 3-Goal handicap. He loved playing at Eldorado, and after retiring from the game, he loved watching games with friends and family from their table at the Eldorado Polo Club House.

Mack Jason will be greatly missed by his extended family at Eldorado Polo Club: the Lake Farms owners, the Board of Directors, staff members, and playing members.

Mack—we will save you a seat this Sunday. rest in peace.

a true gentleman: william mackall (mack) jason

january 6, 1926 – december 30, 2011

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1 Deb Bray, Dina Stewart, Debbie Morrison, and Kyle Fargey 2 Iyas Abbas, Dylan Foster, and Suki Piper 3 Dorrie Forstmann, Robin Segarini, Jenny Phipps 4 Teen pool tournament at the Cantina5 Roeland Kloos and Darlene Molton6 Vanessa Shapiro and Dani Kennedy getting the party started

7 Gary and Carole Young8 Susan Guggenheim, Lyn Baldwin and James a’Court with Santa 9 Kelly Smith and George Gilstrap with Santa at the Christmas party10 Jessica Bailey, Mahlea Long, Joseph Stewart, Jason Crowder, and Mike Manno11 Will Waggoner and guests

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1 Eileen Duffy, Deidre Lake and Stephanie Davidson at the Skins game2 The Real Housewives and families take in Sunday polo3 Ernie Riffenburgh, Jan Ray, and Brent Hartman4 The Eldorado Easter Bunny with friends5 Tony Gregg calls the game6 Lyn Cobb with Joanne and Denny Geiler

7 Catlin Dix, Tiamo Hudspeth, Radhikas Billy and Erica Gandomcar8 Virginie Dupry, Caroline Anier, and Gina Padilla perform the funky chicken 9 Dan and Linda Walker, Josaphina and Santiago Trotz, Kim and Dan Horn 10 Claudia Luttrell, Jennifer Luttrell and Francisco Benardoni

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The Sidelines and Social Scene Get involved in Eldorado Polo!

Polo has been synonymous with the desert for over 50 years. Taking in a game is a great way to spend the weekend with family and friends, and admission is free!

The Club House is the epicenter of the Eldorado Polo scene. Overlooking the polo fields, it is an elegantly appointed venue that gives you a bird’s eye view of the game. To make a reservation in the Club House Restaurant for Sunday Polo, please call 760-342-2223.

The newly constructed Cantina is proving to be the most exciting destination for polo lovers in the desert. Enjoy close-up polo action or relax with a refreshing drink on the fieldside patio. ROC’s Firehouse Grille provides a delicious menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as a fully stocked bar and all your favorite sports on the big screen. Rub shoulders with players or hang out with friends and family. The Cantina at Eldorado is open Tuesday through Sunday from 7am until late. Stay after polo on Sunday for live entertainment!

opportunities to get involved!You don’t have to be galloping on the field to feel the excitement at Eldorado Polo Club!

The Eldorado Polo Club facilities are available for special events; the Club House and Lake are perfect for weddings, parties, and corporate events. For more casual bashes, the Cantina provides a great relaxed atmosphere.

You could also work polo into your next family, corporate, or charity event. There are opportunities for corporate sponsorship such as signage, tournament naming rights, product displays, half-time entertainment, VIP packages or automobile shows…the possibilities are endless!

Why not give your next event or brand the flair and excitement of polo? For more information on Social Memberships and Corporate Partnerships, contact James a’Court at 760-831-9696.

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Francisco Benardoni 1

Chris Collins Jr. 3

Kyle Fargey 3

James a’Court 1

Artie Cameron 2

Jake Devane 1

Ron Bonaguidi A

Chris Collins Sr. A

Dayelle Fargey 1

Caroline Anier 2

Mariano Carbone 1

Linda Drabova B

Krista Bonaguidi B

Susan Cooley B

Murray Farmer A

Jessica Bailey 1

Cam Clark B.5

TJ Elordi A

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Ruben Coscia 5

Mariano Fassetta 6

John Clark A

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Joe Henderson 4

Mike Kerley 2

Fergus Gould 4

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Kim Garsed A

Dan Horn A.5

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Susan Guggenheim A

Cybele Jordan A

Malia McCoy A.5

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Lynni Hutton A

Jennifer Luttrell A

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Antonio Juarez 1

Topo Mendez 3

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Carin Middleton A.5

Craig Ramsby 1

Juan Soto 1

Heather Perkins A

Jared Sheldon 3

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Abby Riggs 1

Craig Steinke 1

Jenny Phipps A

Rafael Silvestre 2

Nick Morrison 2

Manny Rodriguez 2

Geraldine Strunsky A

Pat Powell A

Ben Soleimani A

Kit Neacy B

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Joseph Stuart 3

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In 2010, roC’s Firehouse Grill took over the kitchens of The Cantina and the Club House at the Eldorado Polo Club. ROC’s is a family venture, run by retired fireman Roland Cook and his wife Jayme. They feature firehouse-style comfort food: great tasting, abundant, fresh, and affordable. Visit the Palm Desert Location or roC’s Firehouse Grille at the Cantina. Open 6 days a week, Tuesday through Sunday from 7:00 am till late, the Cantina at Eldorado Polo Club offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night snacks. Spend an afternoon watch-ing the sun set on the fieldside patio, enjoy an up-close view of an incredible polo match, or spend the evening enjoying the horseshoe bar, pool, dancing, terrific home-made food, and live entertainment after Sunday polo.

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