NEWS

The Polo Training Foundation (PTF) Awards Ceremony and Fundraiser held Friday April 21, 2017, at the International Polo Club Palm Beach (IPC) in Wellington, Florida, was a huge success. Co-sponsored by the USPA and supported by IPC, awards from both the PTF and the USPA were given to out to outstanding individuals in the polo community. Junior and youth awards were presented by the PTF and the USPA handed out several prestigious awards. Chosen by a select committee involved with Florida junior and youth polo, the following received recognition for their behavior and activity on the field of play during the 2017 season:

Valentina Ezcurra - Junior Sportsmanship
Clark Mayer - Junior Sportsmanship
Kelsey Burhans - Youth Sportsmanship
Giuliana Bautista - Junior Most Improved Player
Juanse Olivera - Junior Most Improved Player
Benjamin Eckbo Daniels - Youth Most Improved Player

Congratulations to these wonderful young players who stood out among a fantastic group of players participating in Florida Junior and Youth Polo this season.

This event continues to grow and gain momentum, and has become a popular event on the Friday before the U.S. Open Final. The Pavilion was a great venue for the event and IPC did an excellent job hosting. The PTF thanks the USPA for sponsoring the cocktail hour. The live and silent auctions raised approximately $70,000 for the PTF general and scholarship funds, and was followed by dancing to end a wonderful evening.

To learn more about the Polo Training Foundation, please visit their website at www.polotraining.org