Mashomack International Polo Challenge & Luncheon

Saturday | June 22 | 2019
ONLINE AND PHONE TICKET RESERVATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.
Limited tickets will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis 
​at the tent on June 22nd at 11:30 am

​WELCOME TEAM BRAZIL TO THIS YEAR'S INTERNATIONAL POLO CHALLENGE
​Schedule
11:30 a.m  Gates Open
Noon Bubbly Reception
1:00 p.m. Luncheon and Polo Match Begins
3:00 p.m. Award Ceremony
Noon - 3:30 p.m. New! Pop-Up Boutiques under the Tent Learn more
SAVE THE DATE:
The Mashomack International Polo Challenge is back!
Saturday, June 22, 2019

2019 POLO SCHEDULE
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For updates or changes in schedules and field assignments due to rain, please call our Polo Hotline: 518-398-1020.  ​

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​Mashomack Polo Club hosted the 20th Annual Mashomack International Polo Challenge & Luncheon on Sunday, June 11, 2017, generously presented by Turkish Airlines. To celebrate the event’s 20th Anniversary, players and friends from Brazil, Croatia, Ecuador, France, Great Britain, Hungary, Indonesia and Mexico all represented a grand gesture of global friendship.
 
The event began at noon, chaired by Bruce and Teresa Colley, Parker Gentry, and Karen Klopp, with an elegant Whispering Angel Reception followed by a tented Field-Side Luncheon.  Hillrock Distillery created a signature drink for the occasion.  The excitement continued with great fanfare as the New York State Trooper Honor Guard led the players onto the field with a parade of international flags followed by the dashing teams of mounted players.  All battled valiantly to secure the coveted trophy for their team and country. 
 
In an historic first, 6 father-son teams competed to demonstrate their love of sport and tremendous sense of tradition. The teams included, Gian Franco and Giorgio Brignone of Mexico, Davis and Bruce Colley, Adam and John Klopp, Max and Don Langlois, Oliver and Guy Merison, Philip and Uwe Zimmerman of Hungary and Germany.  
 
Valesca Guerrand-Hermes and her children Lucien and Clea presented the Mathias Guerrand-Hermes MVP Award.  Created to honor the memory of a great member and friend of Mashomack Polo Club. Heather Croner Sotheby’s International Real Estate presented the Best Playing Pony Award to Enchpada ridden by Teo Calle of Ecuador.  While pairs of fabulous Berluti Shoes were presented to the Hillrock Distillery Team, deemed the “Most Stylish” by Parker Gentry and Karen Klopp.
 
The excitement reached a crescendo as the team Nihi-Sumba Swordsmen challenged Quest Magazine Team in the final match.  Team Nihi, captain James McBride, Major Peter Hunter, Max and Don Langlois defeated Quest Team with players Oakleigh Thorne, Joe Meyer, Gian Franco Brignone and Sylvio Coutinho of Brazil by a close score of 3-1. The game was brilliant, the play fast and furious with runs the length of the field, too often frustrated by good defensive plays. The 2017 Cup went to Nihi-Sumba!
 
As in prior years, a portion of the proceeds from the Mashomack International Polo Challenge supported several local causes: the New York State Trooper Foundation, the Pine Plains Fire Hose & Rescue Company, Ronald McDonald House New York and the Mashomack Barns Preservation.
 
In addition to the main sponsor Turkish Airlines, Mashomack Polo Club would like to thank all of our corporate sponsors for their generosity and support: Beretta, Berluti, Chateau d’Esclans Whispering Angel, Dream Hotel Group, Estancia Villa Maria, Heather Croner Real Estate, Sotheby’s International Realty, Hillrock Estate Distillery, Land Rover USA, NIHI Resorts and Chris Burch, The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel, Quest Magazine, D1 Milano Watch and What2WearWhere.
Weekend Polo Schedule |September 21-23
Fall Classic Finals | Smithfield/Shekomeko Open

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
11 am | Buena Vista vs Windswept | Fall Classic Handicap Final
5 pm | Hawk Hill vs Savanna | Fall Classic

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Smithfield/Shekomeko Open
11 am | Round Robin | El Diego vs Wildfield vs Fisherton
12:30 pm | Los 3 Mosqueteros vs Hanger Steak
Fall Classic Final
3 pm | Hawk Hill vs Savanna

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
10:30 am | Smithfield/Shekomeko Open Finals
For updates or changes in schedules and field assignments due to rain, please call our Polo Hotline: 518-398-1020.  ​
NEW THIS YEAR:
Tom Goodspeed Polo Clinic
SATURDAY, JUNE 3, 2017
​9:30 a.m.
Follow your dreams of playing polo with renowned Polo Coach, Tom Goodspeed. The day-long clinic provides unparalleled instruction and hands-on experience in the Sport of Kings.   

Tom Goodspeed has spent four decades wearing almost every hat one could wear in the sport of polo. 2-time National Collegiate Champion, Professional Player, achieved a 5 goal handicap outdoors and 9 in the arena, Captain of the LA Colts & Stars thru the historic Pro Arena Polo era in LA, 20 yrs of Club Management experience, world renown Instructor/Author, Horse Trainer, USPA Certified Umpire, Arena Player of the Year recipient, has served on various USPA committees, and Polo Coach.

Tom's 5 DVD Polo Basics series produced in the late '80s have become the "How-to-Manual" in the sport of polo today. 

​$250 per person ($200 for Mashomack Polo Members and Millbrook Hunt Members) Click the link below to sign up and pay by credit card.

We are grateful to our 2017 Sponsors

The Mashomack Polo Club will host the 20th Annual Mashomack International Polo Challenge and Luncheon on June 11th, 2017.

This year, in celebration of our 20th, six teams representing countries from Brazil, Croatia, Ecuador, France, Great Britain, and Mexico will compete in the Challenge. This prestigious event marks the start of the social season in Millbrook and attracts over 1,500 patrons and spectators from New York City, Westchester and Fairfield Counties and beyond to experience our exciting event. 

The highlight of the weekend’s festivities is The International Polo Challenge and Luncheon on Sunday, June 11. The event begins at noon with an elegant Champagne Reception followed by a Tented Field-Side Luncheon. The excitement begins with great fanfare as the parade of international flags are led onto the field by the New York State Trooper Honor Guard, followed by the dashing teams of mounted players. At play in the International 20th International Polo Challenge are the six international teams, all battling  valiantly to secure the coveted trophy for their team and country. Following the match is the awards ceremony with presentations made by our sponsors and their representatives. Our lively annual Silent Auction takes place during the luncheon and matches, offering bidders exciting trips, fine art, and luxury goods and services of all kinds. 

We invite you to join us to for our 20th year as we celebrate Mashomack Polo and “The Sport of Kings”.

Mashomack International Polo Challenge and Luncheon

Sunday June 11

This year, in celebration of our 20th, six teams with players representing Brazil, Croatia, Ecuador, France, Great Britain, Hungary, Indonesia and Mexico will compete in the Challenge with matches being played Friday June 9th through Sunday June 11th. 

The highlight of the weekend’s festivities is the International Polo Challenge Final and Luncheon on Sunday, June 11th. The event begins at noon with an elegant Champagne Reception followed by a Tented Field-Side Luncheon. The excitement begins with great flourish and fanfare as the parade of international flags are led onto the field by the New York State Trooper Honor Guard, followed by the dashing teams of mounted players. Our lively annual Silent Auction takes place during the luncheon and matches, ending immediately following the Polo Challenge Awards Ceremony.​  ​

Learn to Play

​Mashomack Polo offers professional instruction for beginners as well as experienced riders.

NEW THIS SEASON:
Tom Goodspeed Polo Clinic

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We are now accepting reservations for ads in our 2017 Program.  Our program is printed in full color throughout the 8-1/2 x 11 book, on 100# glossy paper. 

For your convenience you can reserve and pay for your ad by credit card online. You may also reserve by faxing or mailing the reservation form with your check or credit card information.

ADVERTISING DEADLINES
Advertising Reservation Form and Payment....Monday, May 15, 2017
Camera-ready ad artwork......Wednesday, May 17, 2017

You may submit either a black-and-white ad or a full color ad for no additional charge.

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