Pasadena Polo Won Will Rogers Memorial Tournament
The team secured a championship victory in Pacific Palisades with an 8-6 win over L.A. Polo.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Rodeo
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Pasadena Polo captured the Will Rogers Memorial Tournament title following an 8-6 win in the championship game. The victory earned the winning squad a $2,000 prize.
Why it matters
The tournament serves as a key showcase for local talent at Will Rogers State Historic Park. High-level competitive matches continue to draw significant attention to the regional polo circuit.
Tournament MVP Tomey Ussher led the effort with seven total goals, while Ian Schnoebelen recorded nine goals across the event. The runner-up L.A. Polo team received $500 for their second-place finish.
The players
Tomey Ussher
He was named the tournament's Most Valuable Player after scoring seven goals and contributing four defensive stops.
Joaquin Alcorta
He is a competitive polo athlete who scored six goals throughout the tournament matches.
Ian Schnoebelen
He is a high-performing polo player who led all participants by scoring nine total goals.
The details
Pasadena Polo established an early 3-0 lead during the final match to maintain control over L.A. Polo. Meanwhile, Buchalter Polo secured a win in the consolation round by defeating Deldar Polo 8-4.
Timeline
The Will Rogers Memorial Tournament was held on September 26-27, 2026.
Semifinal matches took place on September 26, 2026.
The championship and consolation matches occurred on September 27, 2026.
The 74th season of the Will Rogers Polo Club starts in April or May 2027.
Season Trajectory
The tournament victory sets a competitive tone for the clubs as they head into the off-season. The results provide a baseline for player rankings heading into the 74th season of the Will Rogers Polo Club.
The tournament results solidify the current competitive hierarchy for regional clubs ahead of future scheduling. Fantasy leagues and local observers now have verified performance metrics for top scorers like Ian Schnoebelen and Tomey Ussher.
The takeaway
Competitive outcomes like this championship demonstrate the impact of early leads and consistent defensive pressure in polo match play. Following these tournament leaders provides insight into the top-tier talent expected to return for the 2027 season.
What happens next
The 74th season of the Will Rogers Polo Club is scheduled to commence in late April or early May 2027.
Further reading
For more on local equestrian competition, explore the Rodeo archives.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Palisadian-Post.
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