The England team are in Florida preparing for the historic Westchester Cup!

James Beim (6), Max Charlton (6), Mark Tomlinson (6) and team captain Tomas Beresford (7) will face the USA team on Friday, 31 March, and you can watch LIVE using the link below.

The HPA’s Director of Sport Josh Tuthill is on the ground ensuring things run smoothly, and we’ll be bringing you all the news and stories ahead of what promises to be an electrifying match. Check out the exclusive photographs below, and make sure you’re following us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date.

Preparations are going strong, with Tommy Beresford, Max Charlton and team reserve Henry Porter joining up with Hurlingham Polo 1875 ambassador Fred Mannix to kick off their campaign with a match at the Sunset Polo International on Friday, 24 March. The team are busy practising together, trying ponies, and getting themselves mentally and physically ready for the Westchester, with help from RAISE Polo and Chukka Wellness.

The Hurlingham Polo Association would like to thank Paul ‘Stalkie’ Stalker of RAISE Polo Coaching and India Parker Smith of Chukka Wellness, for their efforts and support of the England team ahead of their match against the USA for the Westchester Cup on 31 March. This support has ensured that the England team, playing on unfamiliar horses, are best-prepared to face the challenge; an opposing team, on home turf, who have regularly played together at the top level over the past two months.

Paul and India will also be travelling with the team to the USA, to ensure optimum support right up until the match.

RAISE Polo utilises a targeted digital programme of positive psychology tools, which Paul himself has delivered to the players. The England team have thrived being put through their mental paces, which involves solving the stubbornest of mentality, communication and team culture barriers.

Chukka Wellness is focused on rider mobility, with the aim of improving the players’ suppleness, stability, and strength in the saddle – all crucial elements of a polo player’s game.