It started with a magnificent golden goal from Gillian Johnston in the 20-goal Herbie Pennell Cup and came to an end with an astounding golden goal by Facundo Pieres in the final of the 26-goal US Open. It was certainly a season full of surprises.
Open Frenchita and Machitos Jazzita, ridden by Facundo Pieres and Mariano Aguerre, respectively, were honored by the Argentine Polo Pony Breeders Association, following the final of the US Open, on Sunday April 24.
The game of Polo relies on a relationship between horse and rider. Polo “Ponies” as they are called, though full sized horses are unique partners to polo players.
And one day, Orchard Hill did it.... It's not only been the rematch of last year's final, when they lost to Valiente, but for the first time in their long career,