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 Sheehan, the driving force behind the Flying Cow Polo Club in Wellington, Florida, founded the WOW Polo League to address...
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 game.Commencing his professional playing journey in 1988, Snow has evolved into a seasoned player with an impressive tr...
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 the functional beverage space, Bee returned to the industry with a mission to challenge the compromise often associa...
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 collaboration and dedication to promoting the equestrian world through the organization of this prestigious event. Gerard...
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 has left an enduring mark on the polo landscape with an extensive resume boasting over 800 fields worldwide.As no...
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 connected to the town's equestrian culture and tight-knit community.Issy's equestrian roots trace back to her parents, ...
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 in Australia. In 1992, she joined forces with Owen Rinehart to establish Isinya HDC in Aiken, South Carolina, dedicated...
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-goal polo trainers, experienced a near-fatal car accident. Suffering a traumatic brain injury, she defied the odd...
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 background in both horsemanship and military service. Born and raised in California, Captain Shanahan spent his formative...
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 representatives in Florida, California, and Argentina.It's been a little over a month since they last played together and since their incredi...
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, who has been an active polo player since 1992, the team was one of the greatest sponsors of the game in America....
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 seven he had already decided what he wanted for his future. His dream of becoming a professional polo player ...
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 Member and Treasurer at the Argentine Association of Polo. He has extensive commercial experience and during his time...
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 and In-House Counsel. A member of the USPA for over forty years, Green was first introduced to the game in his twe...
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 Janiero, Brazil, before coming to the United States, Devaleix’s newfound passion for polo launched the adrenaline ju...
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 attracting teams to have a customizable, fun, and competitive summer polo in a place they love and call home....
On this Episode of Outside The Boards Podcast, I am really excited to introduce to you Brandon Phillips, a polo player, cancer survivor and founder of Polo For Life. An organization that raises money to help pediatric cancer patients and their families from diagnosis and treatment to survivorship and long-term follow-up.Brandon is a professional polo player. During his career, he won many of the sport’s most prestigious tournaments. However, winning these tournaments is not the biggest victor...
OUTSIDE THE BOARDS™ PODCASTSEASON #2 | EPISODE #9: Agapito Morgan & Dale JohnsonRECORDED: April 15th, 2022On this Episode of Outside The Boards, I’m incredibly excited to welcome all of you to this Episode of Outside The Boards Podcast and introduce my next guests Mr. Agapito Morgan and Dale Johnson, Chairman and Committee Member of the United States Polo Association’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. Aga Morgan currently serves as the Commercial Healthcare Leader with Key ...
OUTSIDE THE BOARDS™ PODCASTSEASON #2 | EPISODE #8: Dawn JonesRECORDED: February 14th, 2022On this Episode of Outside The Boards Podcast, I am really excited to introduce player, patron and co-founder of the Women In Polo Network, Mrs. Dawn Jones.Dawn Jones is one of the most active women in American polo, both on and off the field. Some may know her as the wife of actor Tommy Lee Jones. However, she has grown into a well-known figure and power within America and women’s polo in her own right....
OUTSIDE THE BOARDS™ PODCASTSEASON #2 | EPISODE #7: Oliver "Olly" HughesRECORDED: February 1st, 2022On this Episode of Outside The Boards, after 10 years at the helm, I’m thrilled to welcome Oliver “Olly” Hughes, the Deputy Chief of the Hurlingham Polo Association. The governoring body for the sport of polo in the United Kingdom and Ireland.Way back in the mid 1980s Olly was introduced to polo whilst in the Cotswold Pony Club. Although the opportunities to play were restricted to the few summe...