Win,Win for Winfield in the Fall Season Opener!

The last bit of summer was trying to hang in the muggy air, but fall polo season is here either way! Scoring the first goal of the season was Billy Raab for the Aiken Horse team. Joining Billy on Aiken Horse for this tournament are Pam Gleason, Gary Knoll, and Justin Pimsner. This past Sunday, Aiken Horse took on Winfield comprised of Jeff Embrow, Taylor Freeman, Rick Hartnett, and Miss "Shake & Bake" herself, Cindy Kelly. Although Aiken Horse was the first to score, it was Winfield coming out on top, winning the first game of the fall season. Although not on the field with his dad, Willie Harnett "caught" a piece of the action in the 4th chukker when a fly ball came his way. Careful, Willie...isn't that collarbone still healing up?



The CMP gals made their rounds during the first two chukkers to select their Polo Pooch of the Day. We were delighted to see some of our former winners like Molly and Lucy wagging happily on the sidelines. The Hartnett family dogs were out also to support Winfield. While Tizzy and Mouse were keeping Ann Hartnett busy, Willie's hound Maggie was just a howling to show her support. We finally decided that a red haired golden retriever named Cody should get the goods, or rather the goodies from Bone-i-Fide Bakery!



Our Best Tailgate award, receiving a gift certificate to PRIME Steakhouse, went to Sunday polo regulars, Mr. & Mrs. Burns. Without fail, they are present every Sunday and always on time. Sometimes the best tailgaters are the most loyal ones, too! Besides, we love Ms. Burns' sunflower hat and since we don't have a Best Hat award, we had to give her something!

Little did we know at first glance that the very person we chose as winner of Best Dressed to receive a gift certificate to Equine Divine was actually wearing a shirt from the store! Katy Judd had the perfect look in navy shorts, a white peasant top, sandals, and her hair pulled back to beat the heat!



Our Best Divot Stomper was Allie from Boston who received a hat from Aiken Polo Club and a gift certificate to Sweet Cow Creamery [the perfect gift after a hot day at polo!] The lucky raffle ticket holder for a free gym training session with personal trainer, Kenny Ray went to new Aiken local Judy Likener who just relocated from New Jersey.

Although the hospitality tent was absent this past Sunday, it will be up and at 'em this Sunday! Aiken Polo Club wanted us to put the word out that only APC Club Members will have complimentary access to the tent. If you are not a member, there will be tickets to the tent available for $20 at the gate. [Keep in mind that your $5.00 admission is included in that price, so for a mere $15 you can enjoy the tent with the APC Club Members!] The hospitality tent not only provides a shaded seating area but yummy food and a bar stocked with beer, liquor, and wine!

If you are interested in becoming a member, please see APC President Charlie Bostwick. Full, social, or parking members get 2 tickets for every Sunday. Prorated amounts available for the fall season!

Don't forget about the One Hundred Laurens' one year anniversary and fall polo kick-off party this Sunday! It's the perfect way to get the fall polo season in swing!

Until this Sunday, Marco...
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