Tiffany Busch. Photos: Liz Lamont Images/Phelps Media Group.
Wellington, FL – April 10, 2015 – Teams for JP Morgan Chase and Gordon W. Ross-RE/MAX will face off in Saturday’s final of The 6th Annual International Gay Polo Tournament at the International Polo Club Palm Beach (IPC).
Both teams won their respective matches Friday at IPC. JP Morgan Chase bested Cedar Crest 7-4, and Gordon W. Ross-RE/MAX defeated McGladrey 6-4.
“I have always wanted to play in this tournament. I’m absolutely thrilled!” said Tiffany Busch after her winning game for JP Morgan Chase. “Everyone has such upbeat, great attitudes out here. This is the kind of polo that I personally love to play. Everybody’s smiling – win, lose, it doesn’t matter. We’re all having a good time and looking at the big picture.”
Mason Phelps, who played on the winning Gordon W. Ross-RE/MAX slate, gave thanks to his teammate Joey Casey, Mike Harris and Palm City Polo Club for “putting it together for me in five weeks.” Phelps, a new participant in the GPL tournament, recently began studying and practicing at Casey’s facility.
Casey, a professional player and coach, said he was “really proud of Mason today in his first tournament – he played amazing and stayed in the flow.”
GPL founder Chip McKenney, who competed for Cedar Crest, described Friday’s game as “incredibly fast and tough,” adding, “I thought we were really well matched for the other team, but we were simply outplayed by Caroline Anier and Tiffany Busch, who were so quick off the ball and on the ball, off the pass and on the pass,” said McKenney. “It was amazing! We gave it a good go, and I’m proud of how we played. We’ll be cheering the other team on tomorrow in the finals.”
The action resumes Saturday at 1 p.m. at IPC on the Isla Carroll East field, when McGladrey plays Cedar Crest for the Founders Cup. McGladrey’s lineup is: Dwight Tran, Stacie Simpkins, Charlie Muldoon and Phil Tremo. Cedar Crest’s players are: Rafik Boughadoui, Jean-Marc Herrouin, Chip McKenney and Sunny Hale.
In the featured match at 3 p.m., JP Morgan Chase opposes Gordon W. Ross-RE/MAX for the Senator’s Cup. The lineup for JP Morgan Chase is: Busch, Caroline Anier, Jed Pearsall and Mark Bennett. Playing for Gordon W. Ross-RE/MAX are: Gordon Ross, Misha Rodizanko, Phelps and Casey.
About the Gay Polo League:
GPL is a community that shares a love for adventure, fun and the challenging sport of polo. GPL is committed to providing members with an enjoyable, supportive and competitive experience. GPL represents a wide range of ages, backgrounds and skill levels. GPL trains and competes in mainstream matches and events while sharing enthusiasm for the sport, to change perceptions about our community.
For more information about GPL, visit www.gaypolo.com.
Tickets are now available for The 6th Annual International Gay Polo Week at www.gaypolo.com/the-event.
The 6th Annual International Gay Polo Week Fast Facts:
When & Where:
Thursday, April 9:
Exclusive private VIP Party
Friday, April 10:
GPL Polotini Party, Poolside at the Mallet Grille International Polo Club Palm Beach
Saturday, April 11:
Finals of the International Gay Polo Tournament at International Polo Club Palm Beach – Isla Carroll East Field and tailgate competition.
Sunday, April 12:
Polo Brunch, Poolside at the Mallet Grille International Polo Club Palm Beach
Tickets:
To purchase tickets, visit www.gaypolo.com
VIP Tables: $1,200 includes seating for six center field, open bar, gourmet food and tableside service throughout the matches.
Individual VIP: Tickets: $225
Tailgate Price: $375, includes tent, six tickets and one field-side parking place
VIP Parking: $25
General Admission: $25 (parking additional)
General Admission Parking: $10
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