Polo Times Pony Powers

Pico Blanco

Height: 15.3hh Age: Eight-years-old Colour: Bay Sex: Gelding Owned and played by: Owned by Druids Lodge Polo and played by Amos Peterson Tournament: The Indian Cavalry Officers Association Trophy on Rundle Cup Day

Where is he from/breeding? He is an English Thoroughbred by Captain Gerrard out of Villa del Sol, ‘The Boys So Sharp’ is his racing name. He did his first polo training with Laura Elliott, who gave him his polo name. We have a brother of his by the same stallion who is also very popular.

How long have you had him? We’ve had him for two years.

What are his strengths? He has great balance, a really comfortable hitting platform and a decent turn of speed.

How has he gone this season? This is his second full season and he is continuing to improve, he’s more consistent and easier than ever before. Does he have any special quirks? He’s a nibbler!

Has he won any other Best Playing Pony

Awards? This is his first Describe him in three words? Full of character.

What are your plans for him in the

future? To keep helping him improve, so he can be enjoyed by more people.

Pire Blancanieves

Height: 15.3 hh Age: 13-years-old Colour: Grey Sex: Mare Owned and played by: Owned by David Stirling and played by Jose Araya Tournament: Indian Empire Shield at Guards Polo Club

Where is she from/breeding? She’s from Pepe Araya’s breeding

How long have you had her? This is her first season with me since we bred and played her when she was young

What are her strengths? Amazing mouth, very good sides, fast. She’s complete.

How has she gone this season? She has been performing incredibly well in every tournament.

Has she won any other Best Playing

Pony Awards? Yes, she won BPP in The Gold Cup in 2018

What are your plans for her in the fu-

ture? Hopefully keep playing her haha!

Does she have any special quirks? Not really. Describe her in three words? An amazing mare.