Greenwich Polo Club, American Cup, Greenwich, CT, USA

Since 1981, Greenwich Polo Club has been presenting high-goal polo matches in breathtakingly beautiful backcountry Greenwich, Connecticut. A stunning venue, fast-paced action on the field set amidst a social scene that is a highlight of the summer season, is just a part of what makes the Greenwich Polo Club matches so enjoyable. The American Cup was especially exciting as it was a double-header match with team Amaro/Quench vs Steel Polo in the first match, and Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo in the second match. With the band, MOJO  setting the mood in the Players’ Lounge, it was another perfect Sunday afternoon at the Greenwich Polo Club.

MOJO – Greenwich Polo Club

The 2024 East Coast High Goal Series consists of the American Cup (12 goal), East Coast Silver Cup (16 goal), East Coast Gold Cup (16 goal), East Coast Open by Audi (20 goal), and the Greenwich Cup (12 goal). Important to note about the East Coast Open by Audi is that it is “the most historic and prestigious tournaments in polo. Capturing the East Coast Open is a career-highlighting achievement for any polo player.”

Amaro – Quench vs Steel Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

We attended the season opener, the American Cup on Sunday, June 9, 2024, to get a jump start on the Greenwich Polo Club season. It was a beautiful blue-sky day in backcountry Greenwich and the appreciative fans came out in abundance for the double match American Cup.

Amaro Quench vs Steel Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Sunday, June 9, 2024 – American Cup – 12 Goal 

As there were 2 matches played, instead of playing 6 Chukkers each, with the traditional stomping of the divots after the 3^rd Chukker, the matches consisted of 5 Chukkers, with a 6^th Chukker added if the match was tied at the end of the 5^th Chukker. The traditional stomping of the divots took place after the first match ended.

Amaro Quench vs Steel Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

First Match Team and Players – Amaro/Quench – Home

Amaro – Quench vs. Steel Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

First Match Team and Players – Steel Polo – Away

Winning Team

Chukker 1: Each team scored two goals, closing Chukker 1 with a score of 2-2.

Chukker 2: Scott Sorbaro scored a quick goal, bringing the score to 3-2 in favor of Amaro/Quench. Steel Polo was on the move throughout the rest of Chukker scoring 2 goals and closing out Chukker 2 with a score of 4-3 in favor of Steel Polo.

Amaro/Quench vs Steel Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Chukker 3: The action for Chukker 3 continued fast and furious with a back-and-forth volley of goals between the two teams. Chukker 3 closed with a tied score of 7-7.

Chukker 4: Steel Polo scored at the halfway mark into Chukker 4 bringing the score to 8-7 in favor of Steel Polo.

Amaro/Quench vs Steel Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Chukker 5: Quick goals by both teams, followed by Amaro/Quench brought the score to 9-9 with 3:05 minutes remaining. Steel Polo went on to score another goal, and with less than 30 seconds remaining Amaro/Quench scored again to tie Chukker 5 with a score of 10-10.

Amaro/Quench vs Steel Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Chukker 6: As the match was tied at the end of the 5^th Chukker 10-10, they played in overtime with Steel Polo scoring a quick goal just over 30 seconds into the extra chukker, to win the match 11-10 over Amaro/Quench.

Amaro/Quench vs Steel Polo – Final Score (Steel Polo Winner)

The time-honored tradition of stomping the divots followed as a bridge between the first and second matches. Adults, children, and well-behaved dogs strutted their stuff on the playing field stomping down the grass upturned by the horses’ hooves.

Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Second Match Team and Players – Maccabi Polo – Home

Second Match Team and Players – Round Hill Polo – Away

Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Winning Team

Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Chukker 1: Less than 30 seconds into the first chukker and Round Hill Polo scored, followed by 2 goals from the home team Maccabi Polo, closing out Chukker 1 with a score of 2-1 in favor of Maccabi Polo.

Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Chukker 2: A volley of action and goals on the field between the two teams closed out Chukker 2 with a score of 3-2 in favor of Maccabi Polo.

Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Chukker 3: Round Hill Polo scored two critical goals in quick succession, followed by Maccabi Polo scoring another goal with 10 seconds remaining in the chukker, to tie the score 4-4.

Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Chukker 4: Round Hill Polo scored the only goal in Chukker 4, with RHP leading 5-4.

Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Chukker 5: Mariano Aguerre scored for Round Hill Polo, followed by a goal by Maccabi Polo, bringing the final score to 6-5 in favor of Round Hill Polo.

Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo – Final Score (Round Hill the winner)

Your Guide to Polo

Chukkers 

The match is divided into 6 periods called Chukkers lasting 7.5 minutes each. After the 3^rd chukker, there is the traditional stomping of the divots to replace the grass that the galloping horses’ hooves raise.

The Field

Polo is played on a field that is 300 yards by 160 yards (the size of 10 football fields.)

Polo Ponies

Although they are called polo ponies, they are full-grown horses. Each player typically brings 6-8 polo ponies (or more) to use in a match. Horses are swapped throughout the match to keep the horses and their riders fresh. The top speed of a polo pony is 35 mph, and the speed of a polo ball can reach 100 mph.

Player Positions

Edward F. Nesta – Greenwich Polo 2024

Handicaps

Players are given a handicap level from -2 to 10 goals depending on their ability, with -2 the lowest, and 10 goal the highest possible. A 10-goaler player is considered the best and there are less than 100 players who have achieved this ranking. Handicaps are evaluated throughout the year and the number assigned in goals is the player’s value to the team, not the number of goals expected from the player.

A team’s handicap is calculated by adding the 4 players’ handicaps together.

Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Goals

There are 2 goal posts at each end of the field. When a team scores a goal, the direction of the play changes to the other direction. This keeps the conditions even throughout the match.

As always, it was a perfect Sunday afternoon of high-goal polo at the Greenwich Polo Club, and we cannot wait for the rest of the season. If you want to have fun, gather some friends, and experience Greenwich Polo Club for yourself. It is fabulous!

Until our next adventure…

Maccabi Polo vs Round Hill Polo – Greenwich Polo American Cup

Summer 2024 Greenwich Polo Club Schedule

Greenwich Polo Club gates open on Sunday at 1:00 pm, matches start at 3:00 pm and end by 5:00 pm. An Argentine Asado follows the matches to continue the party atmosphere.

Ticket Options

East Lawn Car Pass:
Car Pass Ticket $50. Lawn Picnic seating on East Side of the Field)

East Lawn Umbrella:
Car Pass Ticket $225 (4-6 guests. Lawn Picnic seating on East Side of the Field with Reserved Umbrella)

East Lawn Cabana:
10 Car Passes $750 (up to 25 guests, includes reserved 10×10 tent with lawn space up to field)

West Lawn Club:
Premium Table and Umbrella with 6 seats *reserved on the front lawn with parking)
Front Row: $500/table ($83 per person)
Second Row: $00/table ($66 per person)

Grandstand Skybox:
Elevated View/VIP Server/Covered Seats
$400 SkyBox/$100 per seat (4 seats with parking included)

Grandstand Bleachers:
2 Reserved Seats $60 (2 reserved seats with 1 car pass)

Cabana North:
$1,000, 10 Car passes included

Cabana South:
$1,500+, 10 Car passes and includes Polo Picnic Package

CTC&G Players’ Lounge Tent:
Social Vibe, Seating Provided, VIP Bar
$75 per person includes parking with each ticket.

Players’ Lounge Suite:
$150-$225 per person, 10 tickets (includes parking)

Executive Hosting and Hospitality are also available.

Please visit the Greenwich Polo Club website for more information: www.greenwichpoloclub.com

Greenwich Polo Club
Field Address (location of public matches)
1 Hurlingham Drive
Greenwich, Connecticut 06831
United States

Greenwich Polo Club Mailing Address (Office, not the Polo Field)
80 Field Point Road, #3
Greenwich, Connecticut 06830
United States
Telephone: +1-203-561-1639
Email: info@GreenwichPoloClub.com
Website: https://www.greenwichpoloclub.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/greenwichpoloclub
@greenwichpoloclub

United States Polo Association®
Telephone: 1-800-232-USPA
Website: www.USPolo.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/USPoloAssociation
Instagram: www.instagram.com/uspoloassn

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