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Send us Fan Mail The world of polo extends far beyond traditional grass fields, and Tito Gaudenzi stands at the forefront of this evolution. Born into polo royalty as the son of Reto Gaudenzi (the inventor of snow polo), Tito has carved his own path as both a professional player and a visionary event producer who's reimagining where and how polo can thrive. Our conversation takes us from the...

Send us Fan Mail Where heritage meets innovation, Chantilly Polo Club stands as Europe's premier polo destination just minutes from Paris. Managing Director Benoit Perrier takes us behind the scenes of this remarkable venue, revealing how a visionary approach has transformed a 30-year-old club into an international powerhouse. With nine immaculate fields, 400 permanent stables, and the capaci...

Send us Fan Mail Elizabeth Welborn's journey from the bayous of Louisiana to founding a sustainable polo lifestyle brand speaks volumes about passion, purpose, and the pursuit of conscious craftsmanship. Growing up with a love for horses that began during childhood rides in Scotland, Elizabeth found her calling when she discovered polo in Northern California – not just as a sport, but as a wa...

Send us Fan Mail When Javier Herrera broke his knee playing rugby in Argentina, his doctor gave him two recovery options: ride a bike or ride a horse. That fateful choice led him to discover polo and eventually create PoloLine – transforming how the sport is covered, consumed, and connected across the globe. In this candid conversation, Javier reveals how he launched polo's first digital medi...

Send us Fan Mail Tim and Timmy Duda embody a refreshingly unconventional polo story that defies the sport's traditional narratives. Where most elite players inherit polo legacies, the Dudas created theirs from scratch – beginning with Tim Sr.'s journey from India to America and the founding of a global equine transport empire that now moves 6,000 horses annually across 16 countries. Thei...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what happens when cutting-edge technology meets the tradition-steeped world of polo? This episode delivers the answer through an exhilarating conversation with Alice Walsh and Rosanna Turk, the dynamic duo behind Line Up Polo. These two childhood rivals-turned-business partners share their remarkable journey from competing against each other in pony club tournaments...

Send us Fan Mail Step into the hidden world of collegiate and high school polo with trailblazer Cindy Hale, whose four-decade journey from college player to pioneering coach and official offers a fascinating glimpse into one of polo's most impactful yet least understood sectors. What began as a chance encounter with polo ponies in Southern California led Cindy to UC Davis, where she helped ca...

Send us Fan Mail Luis Escobar, the heart behind Santa Clara Polo Club and a towering figure in American polo, takes us on a fascinating journey from his childhood in Costa Rica to building a lasting legacy in Wellington, Florida. Growing up with a father who embraced polo in his thirties, Luis discovered his life's passion at just seven years old, declaring with absolute certainty by age eigh...

Send us Fan Mail On this Final Episode of Outside the Boards Season, I am excited to introduce you to one of Chip Campbell. In the heart of Wellington, Florida, where polo's passion thrives, Chip Campbell stands as a pillar of the sport. As the former USPA Chairman and current Chairman of USPA Global Licensing, Chip has left an indelible mark on American polo, shaping its trajectory through h...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside the Boards, I thrilled to have you all meet the dynamic trio behind the groundbreaking Women of Wellington (WOW) Polo League – Kylie Sheehan, Haley Bryan, and Maureen Brennan. This visionary group of women has set out to revolutionize the landscape of women’s polo, bringing forth a new era of opportunities and recognition for female players. Kylie Sheeha...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards, we are thrilled to welcome the Stalwart of American Polo, the legendary  Adam Snow, who stands as one of the most esteemed American polo players in the sport's history. With a career that spans over three decades, Snow's passion for polo has not waned; at nearly 60 years of age, he continues to make significant contributions to the...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards, I am thrilled to welcome entrepreneur, founder visionary and this Season’s Outside The Boards Podcast presenting partner, David Bee. In the realm of beverage innovation, David Bee stands out as the visionary founder and CEO of Hive₂O, a company at the forefront of redefining taste, quality, and sustainability. After a successful history in th...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside the Boards, I am excited to introduce you to Mexico’s, Polo Trailblazer, Gerardo Luis Castillo. In the vibrant realm of equestrian sports in Mexico, Gerardo emerges as a pivotal figure, spearheading Mexico’s Polo Fest, now in its third edition in Mexico City. Luis-Castillo has been acknowledged by Paddock Magazine in 2022 for his exceptional collaboratio...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards, I am thrilled to welcome the Pioneer of Polo Fields, Mr. Alejandro Battro Jr. Hailing from Argentina, Alejandro Battro and his father are revered as the maestros of polo fields, bringing 43 years of expertise to the helm of Battro Polo Fields. Renowned internationally for their mastery in the art of constructing and maintaining fields, Battro...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside the Boards, I am excited to introduce you to one of women’s best and rising polo stars, Isabella “Issy” Wolf. From Middleburg, Virginia, Issy is a seasoned professional polo player, has traversed the globe, yet the allure of her hometown remains unparalleled. Raised in Middleburg and a graduate of the University of Virginia, Issy, now 33, is deeply conne...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards, I am thrilled to welcome awarding winning breeder, Beth Skolnik. Beth Skolnik, a key figure in polo breeding, has spent over 30 years shaping the success of Isinya Horse Development Corporation. Raised in Los Angeles, Skolnik's polo journey began at Will Rogers Polo Club, and her passion for green horses led her to work for Kerry Packer...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards, I am thrilled to welcome founder and visionary of Replay Polo, Brittany Halstead. In 2016, Brittany laid the foundation for Replay Polo, a transformative initiative inspired by her extraordinary journey with a polo pony. The genesis of Replay Polo traces back to 2014 when Brittany, riding and training in Argentina with Olympic riders and high...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards Podcast, we have the honor of diving into the life and experiences of a remarkable individual, a leader in both the military and the world of polo. Our guest has learned a unique blend of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship from the battlefield and the polo field. Joining us is Captain Patrick Shanahan, a distinguished figure with a rich backgr...

Send us Fan Mail In this highly-anticipated Season Finale of Outside The Boards Podcast, we're ecstatic to introduce you to three remarkable athletes - Pamela Flanagan, Hope Arellano, and Hazel Jackson, who together form three-fourths of the formidable La Fe Women's Polo Team. What's even more remarkable is that these champions are joining us from across the globe, with representati...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards Podcast, I am really excited to introduce to you one of America’s polo legends and culinary businessman, Mr. Tim Gannon.  Outback is a synonym for polo in the United States. During the late 90s and early 2000s, Tim Gannon’s Outback Polo Team managed to win five US Open Championships, the first team to achieve such a feat. Led by Tim Gannon, wh...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards Podcast, I am really excited to introduce to you professional polo player and Hall of Fame inductee, Mr. Jeff Hall.  Jeff Hall is the all-American story. Raised in Santa Barbara, CA and Houston, TX, Hall began riding horses at just four years old. His father, an enthusiastic polo sponsor, instilled a passion for the sport. By the time Jeff was...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards Podcast, I am really excited to introduce to you one of polo’s global leaders in the sport, Mr. Alex Taylor, Chief Executive Officer of the Federiation of International Polo and last year’s FIP World Championship’s Tournament Director. Prior to joining the FIP in 2015, many had known Alex Taylor from his years as a Council of Administration Me...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards, we are excited to welcome United States Polo Association’s Chief Operating Officer and In House Counsel, Mr. Chris Green. Instrumental in writing and implementing rules which effect polo at all levels, Chris Green has spent the last six years behind the scenes learning the inner workings of the Association before stepping into the role of COO...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards, we are excited to welcome La Fe Polo Team Patron and Player, Louis Devaleix, one of today’s most visible and talked about players and teams in professional polo.   Taking his first polo lesson just three years ago, Louis Devaleix is preparing for his team’s return to Florida high-goal polo season. Born in France but growing up in Rio de Janie...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Outside The Boards, I am really excited to introduce you to player, patron and owner of Cotterel Polo Farms, Jennifer Lutterel Benardoni. Cotterel is a private polo facility and organization owned by Jenny and managed by husband Francisco located in Declo, Idaho… a polo power couple if there ever was one!  They breed and train polo horses with the  goal of attra...