The annual Lucchese 40-Goal Challenge to benefit the Polo Players Support Group will return to the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019. The Lucchese 40-Goal Polo Challenge is the marquee fundraising event of the PPSG, which provides financial assistance to seriously injured or ill players and grooms.
The 2019 match is sure to be as star-studded as ever, with the likes of Adolfo Cambiaso and the Pieres brothers lending their name to the cause in the past. Hot off the Argentine polo season, Facundo, Gonzalito and Nico Pieres are expected to make their returns, as well as other 10-goalers such as Sapo Caset and Hilario Ulloa.
Following the 40-goal match and awards presentation on the field, the PPSG invites attendees to the Pavilion at IPC for silent and live auctions, as well as a seated dinner with polo players and fans.
This year’s event is dedicated to the grooms who are so integral to the sport of polo. The PPSG has provided more than $2.5 million to 80 different grooms and players. The PPSG is actively engaged in helping those who could have been so easily forgotten, such as Luis Gonzalez, Ruben Repollo, Patricio Vasquez and Joi Rodriguez. These and dozens of other examples were made possible by the funds raised at the 40-Goal Polo Challenge.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available, as well as auction item donations. Contact Dave Offen at dave@polosupport.com or call (516) 528-3821 or (647) 620-4533 for more information. To make a donation or purchase tickets, visit www.polosupport.com.
