A Polocrosse Match & Picnic

Hosted by Wrenwood Farms

to benefit Naples Equestrian Challenge, Inc.

Saturday, April 10, 2010 and Sunday, April 11, 2010

All proceeds from the event will benefit the magic of horsepower provided by Naples Equestrian Challenge's scholarship program for adults and children with disabilities that enjoy the benefits of therapeutic riding.

Event Details:

This event is by invitation only.  All tickets are pre-sold and will not be sold at the event. 

A Bit About Polocrosse

Although polocrosse resembles the American Indian game of lacrosse, its origins date back hundreds of years to Persia and its sister sport of polo. In England, polocrosse was an indoor exercise to teach people how to ride a horse. The modern game took shape in Australia in the 1930's. Today, there are more than 6,000 players in the world. After participating in the 2003 Polocrosse World Cup tournament, the United States has developed "exchange programs" with several other countries.

In Australia, polocrosse is called the "King of the One Horse Sports" because a player can use only one horse throughout a tournament. This permits someone who may own only one or two horses to compete at the same level as someone with several.  All types of horses play polocrosse: every breed, size and age. Speed, agility, and stamina are desirable, but the only requirement is that a horse be in sound physical condition. Every player has a polocrosse racquet and ball. Helmets must be worn during play. For the horses' protection, bell boots and leg wraps must be used.

The polocrosse field may be grass or dirt and is 160 yards long and 60 yards wide.  Teams score points by throwing the ball through their opponents’ goal posts.

Polocrosse America: Playing the Game

Video:  Polocrosse competitors at the 2008 Masters Invitational in Florida give an overview of how to play the game. Includes equipment and player roles.


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All photos courtesy of the Charlie Horse Polocrosse Club (Ocala, Florida)

There is no rain date.

CLICK HERE to send us your information if you would like to be included on our guest list. 

Patron Evening: Saturday, April 10, 2010

Location:  Saks Fifth Avenue at the Waterside Shops

Time:  6:30 p.m.

Saks Fifth Avenue is generously partnering with Naples Equestrian Challenge as host of the patron evening featuring Akris Designs.  Enjoy high-fashion, spirits and hor d'oeuvres.

 

Polocrosse Match & Picnic: Sunday, April 11, 2010

Location:  Wrenwood Farms

Time:  Gates Open at 11:00 a.m.

Wrenwood Farms is graciously hosting this affordable afternoon of exciting action-packed horsepower and field-side picnic.  Polocrosse is the fastest growing equestrian sport in the country.  We are thrilled to bring members of the Charlie Horse Polocrosse Club from Ocala, Florida as well as several World Cup Players to participate in this exciting exhibition match.  We hope you will join us and enjoy the afternoon!  We would also like to extend our gratitude to Litchfield, Nelson & Company for assuming the role of our Title Sponsor.  Thank you for your generosity and support!

For additional information please contact:

Kathryn Tout

Phone: 239-250-3583 or Email:  kathryn@premiermail.net

 

 

 

Patron Packages

 

Patron Presenting Sponsors:  Jennie Cheng & Stefan Bothe

 

$5,000 – World Cup Patron

           (8) Tickets to the Saks 5th Avenue Patron Event on Saturday, April 10th

Reserved Table Seating for (8) under Patron Tent at the Polocrosse Picnic Buffet on Sunday, April 11th PLUS (4) Picnic Tickets-Lawn Seating with Picnic Basket Lunch

Preferred Seating

Valet Parking

Acknowledgement in the Invitation and Event Program

$3,000 – Tournament Patron

          (8) Tickets to the Saks 5th Avenue Patron Event on Saturday, April 10th

Reserved Table Seating for (8) under Patron Tent at the Polocrosse Picnic Buffet on Sunday, April 11th

Valet Parking

Acknowledgement in the Invitation and Event Program

$400 – Match Patron

 

(1) Ticket to the Saks 5th Avenue Patron Event, April 10th

(1) Reserved Seat under the Patron Tent at the Polocrosse Picnic Buffet on Sunday, April 11th

Valet Parking

Acknowledgement in the Invitation and Event Program

 

$175 – Individual Picnic On The Lawn Tickets

(1)  Picnic basket complete with tablecloth, or you may bring your own blanket to spread on the lawn and enjoy the match field side.  (Please no chairs or baby strollers)

CLICK HERE for Patron & Ticket Payment Form

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Litchfield, Nelson & Company Celebration of Horsepower

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Many Thanks

To

Our Patron Committee:

Becky Allen

Mary Ann Bindley

Jackie Cronacher

Jennie Cheng

Suzanne Chute

Sue Dalton

Lu Drackett

Ellin Goetz

Ann Grady

Rusty Hubbell

Kellie Jacoby

Dot Kent

Tish Kriek-Kelly (Event Co-Chair)

Maureen Lerner

Simone Lutgert

Lisa Merritt

Kim Minarich

Vicki Nolen

Marcia O'Neill

Anne Ross (Event Co-Chair)

Brigid Soldavini (President of NEC)

Elizabeth Star

Robin Stranahan

Jenny Sutton (Chair of the Patron Committee)

Karen Van Arsdale

Patti Wagner (Patron Party Chair)

Joanne Walsh

Arlene Weyl

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Underwriting Opportunities

 

$15,000 – Title Sponsor (Taken)

          (16) Tickets to the Saks 5th Avenue Patron Event on Saturday, April 10th

(2) Reserved Tables, Seating for (8) each under Patron Tent at the Polocrosse Picnic Buffet on Sunday, April 11th

 PLUS (10) Picnic Tickets-Lawn Seating with Picnic Basket Lunch

Preferred Seating

Full-Page Color Ad – Back Cover of the Event Program

Acknowledgement in the Invitation

Opportunity to name (2) Polocrosse Teams for the day

Ceremonial Tossing of the First Ball

Special Commemorative Gift

$10,000 – Presenting Sponsor (One Remaining)

          (8) Tickets to the Saks 5th Avenue Patron Event on Saturday, April 10th

Reserved Table Seating for (8) under Patron Tent at the Polocrosse Picnic Buffet on Sunday, April 11th, PLUS (8) Picnic Tickets-Lawn Seating with Picnic Basket Lunch

Preferred Seating

Full-Page Color Ad in a Premium Location in the Event Program

Acknowledgement in the Invitation

Participation in the Awards Ceremony

Special Commemorative Gift

$7,500 – Corporate Sponsor

(8) Tickets to the Saks 5th Avenue Patron Event on Saturday, April 10th

Reserved Table Seating for (8) under Patron Tent at the Polocrosse Picnic Buffet on Sunday, April 11th, PLUS (6) Picnic Tickets-Lawn Seating with Picnic Basket Lunch

Preferred Seating

Full-Page Color Ad in the Event Program

Acknowledgement in the Invitation

$5,000 – Corporate Patron

(8) Tickets to the Saks 5th Avenue Patron Event on Saturday, April 10th

Reserved Table Seating for (8) under Patron Tent at the Polocrosse Picnic Buffet on Sunday, April 11th, PLUS (4) Picnic Tickets-Lawn Seating with Picnic Basket Lunch

Preferred Seating

Full-Page Color Ad in the Event Program

Acknowledgement in the Invitation

 

CLICK HERE for Underwriting Payment Form