U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association, was the title and official apparel sponsor of the U.S. Polo Assn. 40-Goal Polo Challenge. Held at the USPA’s National Polo Center on U.S. Polo Assn. Stadium Field One, this significant charitable event is the marquee fundraising event of the Polo Players Support Group (PPSG), dedicated to aiding injured polo community members.
U.S. Polo Assn. provided branded performance jerseys to all participants and made a monetary donation to the PPSG. This nonprofit organization has been a beacon of support in the polo community, dedicated to providing financial assistance to ill or seriously injured players and grooms since its inception in 2002. The PPSG has since helped recipients through their network with donations of more than $4 million.
“Having so many of the world’s top players come together this year was truly remarkable, and a testament to the importance of the Polo Players Support Group to the polo community,” said J. Michael Prince, president and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand.
The spectacular event included an opening and trophy ceremony, a Future 10s kids match, and a thrilling 40-goal match featuring renowned players Adolfo and Poroto Cambiaso, Barto and Jeta Castagnola, Facundo Pieres, Fran Elizalde, Hilario Ulloa, and Tomas Panelo. The evening concluded with a gala dinner and an auction where items such as signed player jerseys contributed to the PPSG’s fundraising efforts, accumulating significant donations for the cause.
“We are appreciative of U.S. Polo Assn.’s commitment to again sponsor this very important, philanthropic polo event that not only supports the polo community but is also a lot of fun for fans and supporters,” said Dave Offen, co-founder of the Polo Players Support Group. “Every contribution to the U.S. Polo Assn. 40-Goal Polo Challenge directly supports our mission to support those in need within the polo community.”
