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Calgary Polo ClubPublisher and Marketing Director

Megan Kozminski

Editorial DirectorLisa Muirhead

Creative DirectorKendra Roberts

Photographer Lawrence De Pape, Accent Photography

Contributors Sue Bird, Denice Hansen,

Kyle Fargey, Rachelle Painchaud-Nash

Cover image by Kerri Kerley

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14 an introduction to the polo club

Welcome

16supporting calgary polo

2009 Sponsors20

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27 2009 season

Our Players

35 the winners’ circle

Tournament Results

plan your summer

Calendar

learning the game

Polo Terms and Rules

43 Patrick, Matt, Dayelle, and Diego

Player Profiles

46 recognizing achievement

2008 Awards

48 the horses

2008 Best Playing Ponies

60 the champions of tomorrow

Pee Wee Polo

62 supporters, spectators, sponsors

Ranch House Members

24 44 60

50 the social side

The People

65 where to look

Advertiser Index

welcome to the 2009 season

Executive Message

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entire nation.

The Board of Directors would like to welcome new and returning players, social members, and eager spectators to the 2009 season at the Calgary Polo Club. The club kicks off its playing season in mid-June with Arena and Low

Goal polo. The summer promises many exciting game opportunities for all players, with four High Goal tournaments, five Low Goal tournaments, Ladies League, Pee Wee polo, as well as coaching and instructional chukkers for players keen to learn the sport. We are also pleased to announce the return of the Barbados team, for the annual Barbados Challenge Trophy in mid-August.

We would like to welcome our new Polo Manager, Scott Cunningham, who brings his years of polo experience to the Calgary Polo Club. Our returning club staff includes Sue Bird, Events/Marketing Manager; Darlene Cox, Accountant; Tim Mills, Facilities Manager, and his crew. Kyle Fargey returns as Polo School instructor, pro-viding individual and group lessons, and special clinics for the next generation of Calgary Polo: our Pee Wee players.

Summer days at the Polo Club lead into summer nights, and we have an excit-ing roster of social events planned. The social season launches with a casual Season Opener BBQ on Canada Day, followed by the ever-popular Lobsterfest on July 17. The pinnacle of the polo season, the annual Polo Ball, will be hosted at the Ranch House on August 21.

The Calgary Polo Club Executive is very pleased to work with several generous sponsors for the 2009 season, including: After Eight Interiors, Big Rock Brewery Ltd., Barbados Tourism Authority, J. Vair Anderson Jewellers, The Mill Store, Royal Bank of Canada – RBC, and Triangle Steel Ltd.

We welcome new and returning players, members, and guests from across Canada, the US, Barbados, and South America. With our new management team, 2009 prom-ises to be an exciting summer for both players and fans. Enjoy being a part of this thrilling polo season!

Sincerely,The Calgary Polo Club Board of Directors.

John Rooney, President • Cam Clark, Vice President • Scott Hunt, TreasurerAnne Evamy, Director • Fred H. Mannix, DirectorEX

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Established in 1890, the Calgary

Polo Club is recognized as the

oldest polo club in Canada. Its

legacy is a testimonial to the

dedication and strength of the

local polo community, and to the multitude of

opportunities the club offers to its members and

spectators.

The Facilities

Located just 10 minutes from the city, the club

occupies 200 acres of land nestled on the door-

step of the Rocky Mountain Foothills, in the

heart of Alberta ranch country. The dedicated

staff maintains seven full-size playing fields, an

outdoor polo arena, a training ring, and a hitting

cage.

The club is committed to supporting all

aspects of polo culture. It takes the develop-

ment of upcoming players very seriously. The

club’s Polo School provides new players with

a horse and the equipment they need to learn

and develop their skills. Group and private les-

sons are offered to meet the individual needs of

participants. Pee Wee polo gives the children of

members and supporters the opportunity to nur-

ture their skills and love for the sport.

The Game

Polo is a thrilling sport that showcases the

skill of the players and their specially trained

horses. Players participate in league play at the

Low Goal or High Goal levels, according to

their handicap rating, and the combined rating

of their team. Handicaps are determined by a

club committee, in conjunction with the United

States Polo Association. Low Goal games are

perfect for the beginner or intermediate player,

as they provide an opportunity to learn the rules

and strategies of game play.

High Goal polo takes the level of play to a

professional level. Skilled players navigate the

vast playing field—an area the size of nine NFL

football fields—at speeds reaching up to 40 km/

hour. High Goal games will get your adrenaline

pumping as players display athletic skill, finesse,

and courage at break-neck speeds. These feature

games are played every Sunday: we welcome

you to come share in the excitement—it’s free to

visit the club as a spectator!WEL

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The People

You do not need a string of horses to enjoy the benefits

of being a member of the Calgary Polo Club. Every sea-

son, social membership makes an important contribution

to the club’s success and longevity. The Calgary Polo Club

regularly hosts social events, fieldside and at the historic

Ranch House, for anywhere from 100 to 1,000 spectators.

As a Ranch House member, there are a variety of social

events to enjoy, both formal and casual. Season highlights

include the annual Barbados Challenge Trophy, Lobster-

fest, Friday night dinners, and the annual Polo Ball.

With its sweeping facilities, established reputation,

and long-standing traditions, the Calgary Polo Club wel-

comes everyone to come and enjoy the thrill of the game

this summer season. For more information on upcoming

tournament play and social events, contact the polo club

administration office.

THE CALGARY POLO CLUB

PO Box 17, Site 9, RR2

Okotoks, AB T1S 1A2

Phone: 403-938-0182 Chukker Hotline: 403-938-7260

Fax: 403-938-8205

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.calgarypoloclub.com

1. Take Macleod Trail South to Highway 552 - Turn Right (Follow highway directional signs)2. Follow this road for 10km to 306 Avenue West - Turn Left3. At the stone gate on your right hand side - Turn Right4. Drive straight in and the Ranch House will be ahead

OR1. Take Deerfoot Trail South to Dunbow Road - Turn Right2. Drive till you cross Highway 2A (Follow highway directional signs)3. Take your first Right - Drive North to Hwy 552 - Turn Left4. Follow this road for 10 km to 306 Avenue West - Turn Left (and follow the above last directions 3 and 4 above)


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AMERICAN DAY CUP

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MIKE FRANCIS

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J.VAIR ANDERSON CUP 8 - 12

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J.VAIR ANDERSON CUP 8 - 12 GOAL final

MIKE FRANCIS

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J.C. PALMER CUP

8 - 12 GOAL

J.C. PALMER CUP

8 - 12 GOAL

ROENISCH MEMORIAL

CUP8 - 12 GOAL

ROCKY MOUNTAIN

CUP2 - 4 GOAL

ROCKY MOUNTAIN

CUP2 - 4 GOAL

HULL CUP2 - 4 GOAL

J.C. PALMER CUP

8 - 12 GOAL

J.C. PALMER CUP

8 - 12 GOALfinal Ranch House

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MOUNTBATTEN PLATE

14 - 16 GOAL

Lobsterfest Ranch House Event

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CPC Auction & Barbados Event

BIG ROCK CUP

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FISH CREEK CUP 8 - 12

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Polo Ball Ranch House Event

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Kyle is involved in every aspect of polo, from playing and instructing, to training

young horses to play. Kyle customizes his instruction to fit the needs of each of his

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Whether you are a seasoned rider or player, or a determined athlete looking

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Chukker Similar to a period in hockey. There are four chukkers in Low Goal games and six chukkers in High Goal games in regulation outdoor polo. Each chukker is seven-and-a-half minutes long, and players have four minutes between each chukker to change horses.

Divot stompingSpectator participation! At half time, spectators are invited onto the field to replace pieces of turf dug up by the horses during play.

FoulAny infraction of the USPA rules, ranging from dan-gerous riding to interrupting the line of the ball.

GoalAny time the ball crosses the line between the goal posts. Teams change ends after each goal to equalize playing conditions.

HandicapA player’s handicap is a rating between -2 (or B) and 10. A rating committee will decide the handicap of each player based on playing ability, horsemanship, team play, horses, and knowledge of the game. The handicap of a team is the sum total rating of all of its players, and the final score of a match is adjusted according to dis-crepancies in the two teams’ handicaps.

HookA defensive technique in which a player uses his or her mallet to interfere with an opponent’s swing.

Knock-inWhen a team in an offensive drive hits the ball across the opponent’s backline, the defending team resumes play with a free hit from their back line.

Line of the ball/Right-of-wayThis is an imaginary line that the ball creates each time it is hit. The trajectory of the ball creates a line that separates two lanes. These lanes determine the right-of-way of each player. Interfering with this line is a foul.

MalletThe side of the mallet head is used to hit the ball. M a l l e t s a r e made of a bam-boo stick, hard-wood head, and range in length from 49 to 54 inches, depend-ing on the size of the horse.

POLOterms & rules

POLONear-sideThe left-hand side of the horse, also the side of the horse that players mount.

Off-sideThe right-hand side of the horse.

PenaltyAn infraction of the rules of play. A penalty is given a rating between one and nine by the umpire, with the severity of the infraction determining the level of penalty awarded.

Ride-offA defensive move in which a horse is pressed into the horse of another player in order to prevent him or her from taking a shot or to drive the player off the line of the ball.

Throw-inThe games begin when the umpire bowls the ball between the two teams.

UmpiresTwo mounted officials are on the field ensuring safety and enforcing rules. In the case of a disagreement between the umpires, the Referee (also known as the “Third Man”) on the sidelines has the final say.

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Marcelo Abbiati Rating: 5

Cam ClarkRating: A

Juan CurbeloRating: 4

Susan AbbiatiRating: A

Scott CunninghamRating: 2

Martin Estrada Rating: 5

Cam BaileyRating: 2

Scotty M. Cunningham

Rating: B

Anne EvamyRating: A

Catherine ButlerRating: B

Diego CossioRating: 5

Dayelle FargeyRating: 2

Blake ClarkRating: A

Jason CrowderRating: 5

Kyle FargeyRating: 3

Rob FosterRating: B

Joe HendersonRating: 4

Julian MannixRating: 1

Fergus GouldRating: 4

Scott HuntRating: A

Deborah NickelRating: B

Nicolai GalindoRating: 4

Megan KozminskiRating: B

Lee NilssonRating: 1

Deidre LakeRating: B

Dyan Leyshon-PettigrewRating: B

Bill LloydRating: A

Fred H. MannixRating: 6

Frances Harley de Urtasun

Rating: B

Tomas ObregonRating: 4



Pedro OrellanaRating: 4

Matt RobinsonRating: B

Donna RooneyRating: B

Scott PalmerRating: A

Daniel RoensichRating: 5

John RooneyRating: 1

Felipe ParadelaRating: 2

Julie RoenischRating: A

Gordon W. RossRating: B

Aidan PettigrewRating: B

Rob RoenischRating: 1

Kaylee ScherbinskiRating: B

Abby RiggsRating: 1

Alyson RooneyRating: B

Pat PowellRating: B

Barry SiebelRating: B

Mike UretzRating: A

Darcia SiryjenkoRating: C

Patrick UretzRating: 1

Reg WhyteRating: A

Bryan ThomasRating: A

Tony UretzRating: A

Claudia UretzRating: B

Wiley UretzRating: 1

Peggy SchultzRating: B

Hank UretzRating: B

Sue-Anne WearmouthRating: B

Les WilsonRating: B


TOURNAMENT2008

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Gilgit CupCam Clark Ford

(L to R) Cam Clark, Shannon Peters, Dayelle Fargey, Blake Clark with Husain Umar presenting

Osler CupCam Clark Ford

(L to R) Diego Cossio, Cam Bailey (C. Maldonado sub), Blake Clark, Dayelle Fargey with Joanne

Eslingar of Servus Credit Union presenting

J. Vair Anderson CupHawks

(L to R) Reg Whyte, Joe Henderson, Juan Curbelo, Julian Mannix with Anne Kendall of J. Vair Anderson

Jewellers presenting

Mike Francis CupHawks

(L to R) Rob Roenisch, Julian Mannix, Patrick Uretz, Julie Roenisch with John Rooney presenting

Mountbatten PlateHawks

(L to R) Reg Whyte, Joe Henderson, Juan Curbelo, Julian Mannix with Larry Carter of

Lexington Marketing Group presenting

J. C. Palmer CupHawks

(L to R) Reg Whyte, Joe Henderson, Juan Curbelo, Ju-lian Mannix with Laura and Byron Palmer presenting

Rocky Mountain CupHawks

(L to R) Rob Roenisch, Julian Mannix, Patrick Uretz, Julie Roenisch with

John Rooney presenting

Heart CupCam Clark Ford

(L to R) Cam Bailey (C. Maldonado sub), Blake Clark, Dayelle Fargey, Diego Cossio with

Kelley Abbey of Charton Hobbs presenting

Fish Creek CupTusk Energy

(L to R) Marcelo Abbiati, Juan Jose Gonzales, Abby Riggs, John Rooney with

Bruce MacKenzie of RBC presenting

Big Rock CupTekarra

(L to R) Rob Foster, Bill Lloyd, Bryan Thomas, Kyle Fargey with Linda and Ed McNally of Big Rock

Brewery presenting

Calgary CupPalmer/Ivanhoe

(L to R) Scott Palmer, Pedro Orellana, Martin Estrada, Bryan Thomas with Jan and Gary Moore of After

Eight Interiors presenting

Hull CupBlizzard

(L to R) Scott Hunt, Juan Jose Gonzales, John Rooney (F. Molina sub), Donna Rooney

with Marjorie Thomas presenting

Roenisch MemorialHawks

(L to R) Reg Whyte, Joe Henderson, Juan Curbelo, Julian Mannix (J. Roenisch sub) with Jan Roenisch presenting



Canadian OpenHawks

(L to R) Reg Whyte, Joe Henderson, Juan Curbelo, Julian Mannix with John Burns of Gowlings Barristers

& Solicitors presenting

Canadian Open Runners UpZenas

(L to R) Juan Jose Gonzales, Marcelo Abbiati, Abby Riggs, John Rooney with John Burns of Gowlings

Barristers & Solicitors presenting

Barbados ChallengeCanada

(L to R) Daniel Roenisch, Kyle Fargey, Julian Mannix, Shannon Peters with Cheryl Carter of

Barbados Tourism Authority presenting

Barbados Challenge Runners UpBarbados

(L to R) Nick Snow, Martine Juaragi, Jeff Evelyn, Vicki Gonzalez with Jennifer-Anne Brathwaite of

Barbados Tourism Authority presenting

Kimo Cup Bracket AMario Basaldua, Wally Gallup, Jamie

Holliday with Bev Jarvis presenting

Ladies Challenge Trish Fitzgerald, Susan Abbiati, Donna Rooney, Dayelle Fargey with Darlene Cox presenting

Ladies Challenge Runners UpJessica Schneider, Anne Evamy,

Cybele Jordan, Cathy Butler

Kimo Cup Bracket B Runners UpLes Wilson, Andrew Goodwin,

Barry Biebel, Rob Foster

Kimo Cup Bracket CUnknown, Loretta Swalding, Phoebe Smith,

Lee Tyme

Kimo Cup Bracket C Runners UpFlorencia Muttoni, Vicki Hernandez,

Kiersten Hussey, Antonio Palma

Coaching League PlayoffsTekarra: Andrew Goodwin, Barry Siebel,

Rob Foster, Deidre Lake

Coaching League PlayoffsCanada Red: Kyle Fargey, Sue-Anne

Wearmouth, David Gadd

Coaching League PlayoffsChukkers: Jonathon Gonzales,

Dawn Godard, Les Wilson

Coaching League PlayoffsBlizzard: Wally Gallup, Megan Kozminski,

Alyson Rooney, Deborah Nickels

Kimo Cup Bracket A Runners Up Pablo Vicente, Danny Fernandez, Saul Torres

with Cathy Butler presenting

Kimo Cup Bracket BDavid Gadd, Megan Kozminski, Matt

Robinson, Danny Fernandez


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Patrick Uretz RATING: 1 Goal Occupation: StudentHometown: Malibu, California

Q. When and how did you get started in polo?A family friend, Megan Kozminski, invited me out to the New Members Day at the Calgary club. Prior to coming out to the polo grounds, I had ridden maybe four times. Being as green as green comes, I struggled to control my horse, but was able to see the potential of the sport. Deter-mined to make a go, I signed up for the Polo School where Kyle has coached me to a playable level.

Q. What is your most memorable game or win?So far I have only played in one tournament—the 2008 Kimo Cup. I guess by default that game would be my most memorable game, and as it turns out my Robinson Light-ing and Bath team won the B flight!

Q. Who is your favourite pony and why?I was recently down in California where I rode what seemed like hundreds of horses. My riding is so poor that I require a fairly tolerant and patient horse. While I was down there I found the perfect horse (for me): Flurry!

Q. What is the most challenging aspect of the game for you?Riding!! I am horrible! This year I will be spending a few days a week out at the club practicing my riding. The trou-ble is, I would way rather stick and ball than focus solely on my riding. Look for me doing lots of laps on the track!

Matt Robinson RATING: BOccupation: Business DevelopmentHometown: Winnipeg, Manitoba

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Q. When and how did you get started in polo?When I was really young, my parents introduced me to polo. I started in the Pee Wee program at the Eldo-rado Polo Club in Indio, California. My three brothers, Wiley, Tony, and Hank, also play polo.

Q. What is your most memorable game or win?I played with the Hawks in the 8 Goal this last season at Eldorado. We clinched our third 8 Goal title against Casa Blanca at the end of March—it was a great win. No one has ever won all three 8 Goal tournaments in one year!

Q. Who is your favourite pony and why?Hi-Lita, a six year-old mare. We bought her mother, Hilight, without knowing she was pregnant. We were all surprised when Hi-Lita popped out, and now she is one of our family’s top mares.

Q. What is the most challenging aspect of the game for you?Finding enough time to practice and play. I am in school and am active in several other sports, and there is a long off-season. It’s a challenge to stay sharp and always keep my game up!


Q. When and how did you get started in polo?I started when I was 6 years old on my first pony at our family’s farm near Oakbank, Manitoba. My dad got me started and I loved it immediately. Polo has been my passion ever since.

Q. What is your most memorable game or win?I was on the first team to win the Governor’s Cup in California for two consecutive years. There were well over 20 teams and the second year I won it, one of my teammates was another good female player. It’s always nice to beat the boys!

Q. Who is your favourite pony and why?I have been lucky to have many wonderful horses. At the moment, Tequila is my best pony because he can do anything I can imagine—his ability far exceeds mine. My sentimental favourite is a retired pony named Badger, whom I have had for 20 years. Badger was never the most talented pony but she was all heart on the field—she gave me her best.

Q. What is the most challenging aspect of the game for you?Polo is a wonderful game and there are many different elements involved. Maintain-ing intensity and focus over the course of 6 chukkers is very challenging. Things happen very quickly on the field, and you always have to be ready to make changes with your strategy, horses, positioning, etc.

Dayelle Fargey RATING: 2 GoalsOccupation: Professional Polo PlayerHometown: Dugald, Manitoba

Q. When and how did you get started in polo?I started playing polo for fun when I was 13 or 14 years old. My dad used to play, so he taught me the basics of the game. I took up polo profession-ally in 1997, with the help of Steve Crowder in California.

Q. What is your most memorable game or win?I won the Governor’s Cup at the Eldorado Polo Club about 10 years ago. My team was Bob Bradley, Jessica Bailey, and Dayelle Fargey—it was a fun team and a great win!

Diego CossioRATING: 5 GoalsOccupation: Professional Polo PlayerHometown: Tucuman, Argentina

Q. Who is your favourite pony and why?My favourite pony is Secretario. I have had her since 1999. She is not the fastest pony in the barn anymore, but she is the most reliable and I just love playing her. Last year, she won best playing pony in the Heart Cup at the Calgary Polo Club.

Q. What is the most challenging aspect of the game for you?Polo is a lot of work. I care for and travel with my horses all on my own. It takes a lot of time to maintain their physical condition and good health. I am in very close contact with my horses all of the time. It is a lot of work, but I love it.

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2008AWARDS

CALGARY POLO CLUB

Each year, at the annual Polo Ball, the Calgary Polo Club recognizes players, members, and polo staff who make their mark on the summer polo season. Award recipients are determined by vote of the Awards Committee, and their contributions are recognized by the Board of Directors with plaques and prizes.

In his second year of tournament polo in Calgary, Reg Whyte displayed significant improvement in his polo skills and game strategy. In recognition of his determined accomplishments over the course of the polo season, Reg was presented the Billy Linfoot Award for Most Improved Player for 2008.

Most Improved Player Rookie of the Year Sportsmanship

HorsemanshipDarcia M. Siryjenko presented the 2008 Horsemanship Award to Martin Estrada of Florida. Martin exhibited an exemplary un-derstanding, commitment, and respect to-wards his horses throughout the season.

Groom of the Year The Groom of the Year Award for 2008 was presented to Mario Basaldua. As a profession-al groom for Marcelo Abbiati, Mario showed a high level of dedication to horse care, pre-sentation, and health.

Rob Foster made his debut in the Low Goal league at the Calgary Polo Club in 2008. As part of the Tekarra team, he was the winner of the Big Rock Cup in August. Rob is recog-nized for his competitive enthusiasm for the sport both on and off the field throughout the summer season.

The Sportmanship Award for 2008 was awarded to professional player and polo in-structor, Kyle Fargey. Kyle is recognized by the Calgary Polo Club for his integrity in the game, his consideration of the rules of play, and his sense of fairness towards his fellow players.



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Clockwise from top left: Scott & Laurie Cunningham; Cam Clark, Steve Benediktson, Susan & Marcelo Abbiati; Gordon Ross, Bev Jarvis & Bill Lloyd; Les-lie McDaniel, Martin Estrada & Scott Hunt; Trish Fitzgerald, Dayelle Fargey & Donna Rooney; Gary & Sarah Eakin.Opposite page clockwise from top left: Fred P. Man-nix, Larry Carter & John Rooney; Li-Anne Mannix with Mandy Nelsen; Vanessa Mannix & friend; Rob Roenisch, Marjorie & Bryan Thomas, Byron Palmer; Mario Basaldua, Alejandro Gonzales, Sue Bird, Balthazar Gonzales & Miguel Gonzales; Kyle Fargey, Reg Whyte & Megan Kozminski; Albert Ellis with Linda McNally & Anne Seymour-Ellis.T

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Opposite page clockwise from top left: Kyle Fargey; the Ranch House berm; the Coaching League Blizzard team. This page clockwise from top left: Bev Jarvis & Marjorie Thomas; Gordon Ross; Warren Hall; Rob & Jen Foster, Barry Siebel, Toby Dinter & Deidre Lake; Zenas in the Canadian Open; Tim Mills, Facilities Manager; Ed & Linda McNally; Lisa Muirhead & Megan Kozminski.



Clockwise from top left: an umpire prepared for play; the Identity Ladies team of Anne Evamy, Cybele Jordan, Jessica Schneider & Cathy Butler; Martin Estrada & Bryan Thomas celebrate teamwork; showertime with Derek Dalton; mallets ready for the game; Tekarra team meeting.

Proud Sponsors of the2009 Mountbatten Plate

Clockwise from top left: Phoebe Smith; Delfina Abbiati & Lucy Bailey; Scotty Mac Cunningham & Gordon Ross; Rob Roenisch, Colin Field & Juan Curbelo; Jazz & Blues Singer Cici with Cheryl Carter from Barbados Tourism Authority.

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