Orchard Hill Wins 26-Goal C.V. Whitney Cup

Orchard Hill Wins 26-Goal C.V. Whitney Cup 

Lilly Pulitzer Day Celebration and Budweiser Clydesdales Thrill Sunday Polo Fans

 

The International Polo Club celebrated the launch of the 26-goal polo season with a thrilling match in which Orchard Hill defended their 2015 title by defeating Audi, 11-9, to win the C.V. Whitney Cup, presented by Sentient Jet. Julian de Lussareta was a scoring phenomenon putting away six goals for Orchard Hill, and winning the MVP Award. Norma, Orchard Hill patron Steve Van Andel’s horse, was named Best Playing Pony.

 

Spectators were treated to a halftime champagne divot stomp that included an appearance by the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales. The eight-horse hitch was harnessed to the iconic, red Budweiser beer wagon and circled the field twice, stopping for fan photos. The magnificent “gentle giants” were a crowd pleaser as they each stood 6 feet tall at the shoulder, a blaze of white on their faces, with the signature white, feather strands on their lower legs. 

 

Lilly Pulitzer hosted giveaways and promotions at The Pavilion, with hundreds of fashionable guests wearing their colorful prints in trendsetting style. 

 

The prestigious 26-Goal USPA Gold Cup® is scheduled on the Engel & Völkers Field for the next three Sundays, March 13, 20, and 27. Mark your calendar and purchase your tickets early!