Interview: Legacy Polo Match supports Beau Fleuve and Other Arts Programs (June 20th 2026)

Supporting charities and good causes is part of the sport of polo. This looks like it is going to be a great event. Legacy Polo Match Tickets and Info June 20th 2026

Flying H. Polo Magazine: Articles, Tips and Information

 You may be interested in reading this publication by Flying H. Polo. You can find the magazine on their website Flying H. Polo Website

They have some good articles such as polo spectator, polo tact, Polopedia, etc. 

*Escanaba Polo Mallet Co. is a good works start-up. We sell mallets, items and in the future gear so please check out our products. Polo Mallets Page, Polo Mallet Items, and Soap and Products

Escanaba Polo Mallet Co. Ships Internationally and Expands Customer Reach

The international polo market continues to grow, and much of our future customer base is expected to come from overseas. To help support that growth, we’ve added international shipping to our listings so customers around the world can purchase our mallets more easily. You will find this when selecting shipping options.

Expanding internationally gives us the opportunity to reach more players while continuing to support the causes that matter to us. A significant portion of our profits is donated to charity, and as the business grows, we hope to increase that impact over time. Our goal is to do over 50% of after expense profits. Creating reach can lead to increased revenue and donations.

We want to sell a great product globally and we want to feel good about what we are doing.

Further, one of our long-term goals is to provide greater support for orphanage initiatives, children, the arts, and other meaningful community projects. We donate to a variety of causes point at the Point of Sale and after expenses. You can donate directly to an orphanage in Mexico if you desire Orphanage Page. If you have a chance to travel and visit they will pull on your heart strings.

For now, if you would like to purchase one of our products from another country, simply visit our eBay listing, place your order, and we can ship it internationally.

General eBay Page with Other Items

Regular Polo Mallet 52" Or Custom Length

Practice Foot Polo Mallet 31" or Custom Length

A Summary Nedbank International: USA vs South Africa Polo Match (2026)

A Summary Nedbank International: USA vs South Africa Polo Match (2026), 

Nedbank Interantional Polo 

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Team Lineups & Match Context

• Level & Event: The match is an 18-goal level polo tournament—the 2026 Nedbank International—featuring South Africa versus the USA at the Inanda Polo Club.

• South Africa Team: Features young debutant William Gillson (No. 1), Adrien Loubser/Lavinos (No. 2, playing his second test match), Jean Du Plessis (No. 3, a 6-goal player), and Captain Tom de Bruin (No. 4/back).

• USA Team: Led by Captain Steve Krueger (back), alongside Alan Martinez (No. 1, a dynamic 5-goal professional), Matias Gonzalez (No. 2, a 4-goal player), and Cody Ellis (No. 3, a South African-born professional playing out of the US).

Chucker 1: Strategic Execution & A Level Start

• Opening Play: The match begins with aggressive defensive positioning from both teams. Early nerves cause some scrappy play and inaccurate shots on goal from both sides, including wide penalty attempts by Krueger (USA) and Loubser (South Africa).

• Playing Styles: South Africa prioritizes holding onto possession, while the USA team employs a dynamic strategy centered around frequent backhand passes to rapidly flip the field.

• First Blood: Following a short break to switch onto fresh mounts, South Africa's captain, Tom de Bruin, executes a clean strike to open the scoring.

• USA Responds: Directly from the subsequent lineout, Alan Martinez showcases his 5-goal skill by winning possession, controlling the ball from 80 yards out, and scoring to level the match $1-1$ by the end of the first chucker.

Chucker 2: Physical Tussles & Tactical Halftimes

• South Africa Retakes the Lead: Tom de Bruin scores his second goal of the match, pushing South Africa ahead $2-1$.

• Scrappy Defense: Wave after wave of US attacking runs are met by heavy ride-offs and robust backhand defense from South Africa near the goal mouth.

• Mandatory Pony Care: A mid-chucker pause is called to allow players to change onto fresh horses, ensuring the borrowed mounts are not overworked on the spongy field surface.

• Penalty Action: The USA receives a 60-yard spot hit penalty (Penalty 4) after a South African defender accidentally strikes a pony with their mallet. Krueger's hit leads to a scramble in the goalmouth but is cleared away by Jean Du Plessis.

Chucker 3 & 4: Krueger's Clutch Equalizers

• South Africa Advances: In chucker 3, South Africa stretches their lead to $4-2$, driven by a massive performance from Jean Du Plessis.

• The Comeback: Captain Steve Krueger takes full responsibility for the USA's penalty shots. He hits a clean, lofted Penalty 2 through the center to close the gap to $4-3$.

• Scores Level ($4-4$): Moments later, after an dangerous line-of-course infringement by South Africa, Krueger converts another Penalty 2 to equalize.

• Chucker 4 Intensity: The fourth chucker features heated end-to-end horse racing. Following a brief consultation with the third-man referee on an impedance call, the USA is awarded a 30-yard undefended Penalty 2.

• The Final Tally: Steve Krueger calmly rolls the ball through the center for his fifth goal, keeping the scoreboard locked at a $5-5$ stalemate as the high-stakes battle continues.

The Essential Polo Gear and Where You Can Find It

 

If you’re going to play polo, play with style — but never sacrifice performance. Polo is a fast, demanding sport that requires clothing and equipment built for movement, comfort, and durability. You need gear that allows you to bend, shift, rotate, and react quickly while standing up to the intensity of the game.

The right equipment not only looks sharp on the field, it helps you play with confidence. From quality apparel to dependable gear, every detail matters when you’re riding hard and competing at speed.

Check out the products below to help elevate your polo experience.

We proudly make the mallets and t-shirts ourselves. The remaining featured products come from trusted businesses and brands we believe polo players will appreciate. 

Polo Mallet: Polo Mallet  from Escanaba Polo Mallet Co. with custom Size and color eBay Mallet Listing or Polo Mallet Page. Current listing is $85. Special discount of $5 if you purpose through $80 Polo Mallet PayPal with free shipping in the US. Send a message with size and head and tip color preference. The color is good for teams and discounts for multiples.

We have two available polo mallets available right now! As supplies last.  eBay Mallet Listing 

Riding or Polo Pants: Woman's Riding Pants or Men's Riding Pants. Flex and comfortable and provide comfort. You can also wear regular White Flex Jeans

T-Shirt or Polo Shirt: T-shirt from Escanaba Polo Mallet Co. T-shirt eBay listing $15 with free shipping. Special discount of $2 when you pay through $13 T-shirt PayPal. Make sure you send your size and color preference

 Polo Helmet: This is where you want to spend descent money for a good helmet. Protect your head. Polo Helmet

Riding Boots: Should be up to the knee and cover the leg. Men's Equestrian Polo Boot and Woman's Equestrian Polo Boot

*Prices may change or vary.

Polo Lesson: Forward Pass Video

 This video teaches about forward passes

We have a number of free training videos on our Polo Lessons Page

Prince of Wales Cup Highlights-Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club

 You may want to check out the page Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club