TheNewsTN: Photos: 28th Annual Chukkers for Charity Polo Match

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The 28th Annual Chukkers for Charity polo match presented by Medical House Calls was held at Riverview Farm to a sold-out crowd. The signature event raised record funds for Rochelle Center and Saddle Up!, organizations that provide essential services to people with disabilities in Middle Tennessee.

Iron Horse Farms team won the match 7-6 and included players Nic Roldan, Aaron Barrett, Alejandro Gonzales and Zulu Scott-Barnes, against the Lifepoint Health team that included players Adam Snow, Wes Finlayson, Whistle Uys and Stevie Orthwein. Roldan was named the most valuable player. Snow’s horse, Rum-Runner, was awarded best playing pony by Monty McInturff and given a blanket sponsored by Tennessee Equine Hospital.

Attendees enjoyed a vintage-themed day, “Legends of the Fall,” with a silent auction and a “Return to Rustic” VIP lounge. 

This year’s attendees donned western inspired outfits that matched their creatively decorated tailgating tents. The first-place tailgate decorating prize went to Eliza O’Neill and Natalie Pauley for the second-consecutive win featuring their hand-painted backdrops. Jon Papaik of JunKing Journey earned the runner-up spot, while Kim Mallory, Jessica Adams and Evan Howard claimed third place.

This year’s co-chairs were Falon Viet Scott and Brittany Haugh, avid volunteers for the event and charities. This was Scott’s second year chairing the event and she brings endless experience as founder and CEO of EES, an international event management firm. Haugh started volunteering at Saddle Up! 15 years ago and has a passion for the organization’s mission.

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