Aiken Gears up for the Polo Event of the Season as field-side viewing options are revealed
Aiken, SC – Tickets for what is being heralded as the ‘Polo Event of the Season’ go on sale today with a variety of innovative and enticing viewing options for spectators at the third leg of the ESPN-televised Triple Crown of Polo Championship Series taking place from September 5 – September 22 (finals) at the New Bridge Polo and Country Club
“Fans are able to select from several options for viewing the tournament games, from private cabanas, elevated viewing decks, luxury sky-boxes to individual tickets inside the VIP Chairman’s Club or general admission tickets. There truly is an option for everyone to participate in this all-embracing community event,” said David McLane, president of the Triple Crown of Polo [TCP].
Polo players from across the globe will compete for the coveted Tiffany and Co Triple Crown of Polo Trophy with weekend feature games expected to draw spectators by the thousand.
“In working with the Aiken Downtown Development Association, the Aiken TCP Committee, which consists of Janet Morris, Tina McCarthy, Dacre Stoker, and Sarah Eakin, has staged what will truly be the best organized polo event of the Triple Crown of Polo Championship Series history,” said McLane.
For the fans wanting to capture all the casual fun in the sun on a budget there are single day admission tickets for $10 to families wanting to experience field-side tailgating for $75. Those corporations and executives looking for a special hospitality opportunity may extend an invitation to clients and guests to join them in viewing the action from a luxury Sky Box (Packages for $15,000 which provides accommodations for 40 guests in a 16’ high 20’x 32’ space with tiered seating and adjoining hospitality for each of the three weekends of action.)
“Based on fans past use, we know the Cabana ticket offering is one of the most popular for individuals and corporations wanting to entertain guests over the duration of the three week tournament,” said McLane. The Polo Cabanas provide private viewing of the feature games inside a 15’ x 15’ tent for individuals and/or corporations and their guests. Each Cabana purchase is for the entire three weekend games and includes 20 tickets and 10 parking passes to be shared with guest per event. Cabanas are located on the West side of the playing field near the center field club house.
“In addition and new for this year, Mike Fanning of Aiken’s All-Star Rents has created a Viewing Deck,” said McLane. “I know fans will love the elevated sight lines of the entire playing field.” The Viewing Deck provides a 20’ x 20” space with tiered seating which is 48 inches off the ground complete with VIP tickets and parking. At $9,500 for the three week tournament, this ticket option is positioned squarely in the middle of the top-tier Sky Box offering and the Cabana offering for entertaining a group of guests over the duration of the tournament.
The Triple Crown of Polo kicks off on September 5 with a launch party at the Willcox Hotel when the celebrated TCP trophy will be unveiled. Action continues through September with three feature weekend games culminating in the finals on September 22 when high goal action will be taped and later aired nationally and internationally on ESPN 2 and ESPN International. Tickets can be bought online at www.triplecrownofpolo.com or purchased at the offices of the Aiken Downtown Development Association, located at 208 The Alley, Aiken.
The Triple Crown of Polo Championship Series is sponsored by Lexus and Tiffany and Co. Participating sponsors for the third leg of the Triple Crown of Polo are The Carolina Company, UPS, the Aiken Standard and Via Mizner – a ‘Lilly Pulitzer’ Signature Store.
TCP Ticket Option Review:
General Admission – For a casual day in the sun the general admission tickets provide an up-close sideline view of the game action from bleacher seats positioned on the East side of the championship field. This year a food court will be strategically positioned to accommodate fans food and beverage needs. (No coolers are allowed in the general admission area – children under 12 are free)
ß $10 (First two Sundays)
ß $15 (Championship Saturday)
ß $10 per auto for semi-final games
ß $30 for a Season Pass
Field-side Tailgating – Spectators wanting to reserve a spot up close with the conveyance and fun of hosting a tailgate party may do so by reserving a special tailgating parking place. Each tailgating group is provided 6 tickets and permitted to bring and set up one tailgating picnic area next to their vehicle. Parking spots are reserved.
ß $75 (Limited Availability for reserved front row)
ß $125 Championship Saturday (Limited Availability)
ß $250 for a Season Tailgating Pass
Polo Cabanas – For a private view of the feature games, the Polo Cabana provides a 15’ x 15’ tent for you and your guests. Each Cabana purchase is for the entire three weekend games and includes 20 tickets and 10 parking passes to be shared with guest per event. Cabanas are located on the West side of the playing field near the center field club house. Two six foot tables and twenty chairs will be provided upon advance request with each Cabana. (Any outside catering of food and beverage service may be arranged exclusively through the TCP tournaments Official Vendors)
ß $4,200 (All three weekend’s; Limited Access)
ß $20 for each additional Cabana ticket
Chairman’s Club – The perfect option for hosts that want to experience the amenities of a TCP hospitality venue, but don’t have the demand to fill a Cabana, elevated Viewing Deck or Skybox. Located on the West side of the championship field inside the Lexus Oasis, the Chairman’s Club is a popular hospitality option that requires no food or beverage coordination – simply show up and enjoy. The Chairman’s Club includes food, beverages and champagne available on demand all day with elegant décor and atmosphere to enjoy the game.
ß $75 each Sunday for the first and second weekend
ß $125 for the Championship Saturday
ß $235 advance sale for each Sunday and Finals
Polo Cabanas – For a private view of the feature games, the Polo Cabana provides a 15’ x 15’ tent for you and your guests. Each Cabana purchase is for the entire three weekend games and includes 20 tickets and 10 parking passes to be shared with guest per event. Cabanas are located on the West side of the playing field near the center field club house. Two six foot tables and twenty chairs will be provided upon advance request with each Cabana.
ß $4,200 (All three weekend’s; Limited Access)
Chairman’s Club – The perfect option for hosts that want to experience the amenities of a TCP hospitality venue, but don’t have the demand to fill a Cabana, elevated Viewing Deck or Skybox. Located on the West side of the championship field inside the Lexus Oasis, the Chairman’s Club is a popular hospitality option that requires no food or beverage coordination – simply show up and enjoy. The Chairman’s Club includes food, beverages and champagne available on demand all day with elegant décor and atmosphere to enjoy the game.
ß $75 each Sunday for the first and second weekend
ß $125 for the Championship Saturday
ß $235 advance sale for each Sunday and Finals
For the Elevated Viewing Experience:
The TCP Viewing Deck and Skybox – When the Triple Crown of Polo comes to town there is no better way to entertain your customers and meet the affluent, active polo fans than in an elevated hospitality Viewing Deck or Skybox Suite. Enjoy the food, beverages, and great atmosphere with a bird’s eye view of the game of kings.
Each Viewing Deck package includes:
Accommodations
• 20’ x 20’ space with tiered seating (36” to 48” off the ground, with steps, rails, carpet and green skirting)
• High peak top with 3-sidewalls all in white
• Three 4’ tables with one 6ft table and two stand up tables
• Seating and viewing for up to 20 guests
• Entryway host (for verification of guests’ credentials during hospitality hours)
Credentials
• 20 VIP tickets to TCP Sunday events with access to your private skybox
• 10 VIP parking passes
Each Skybox Suite package includes:
Accommodations
• 20’x 32’ space with tiered seating and adjoining hospitality area
• Seating and viewing for up to 40 guests
• Elegant décor and atmosphere
• Entryway host (for verification of guests’ credentials during hospitality hours)
Credentials (For All Three Weekends)
• 40 VIP tickets to TCP Sunday events with access to your private Skybox Suite
• 15 VIP parking passes
About Triple Crown of Polo
The Triple Crown of Polo (TCP) is the first multi-market tournament series in the sport’s history and provides sponsors a unique opportunity to reach the loyal fans of world-class polo competitions. ESPN has an exclusive agreement for coverage of the TCP across multiple ESPN outlets, including domestic and international television rights. TCP national sponsors for 2007 are Lexus and Tiffany and Co. LeRoy Neiman, the most popular living artist in the United States, is the Official Artist of the Triple Crown of Polo. For more information, visit www.triplecrownofpolo.com.
Triple Crown of Polo
CALENDAR
September 5 – Launch party featuring the tournament draw
and player introduction (Willcox Hotel)
September 9 – First Sunday feature game at 5:00 PM (New Bridge Polo and Country Club)
September 16 – Second Sunday feature game at 5:00 PM (New Bridge Polo and Country Club)
September 19 – Semi-final games (New Bridge Polo and Country Club)
September 22 – Triple Crown of Polo Championship 3:00 PM (New Bridge Polo and Country Club)
For more information and to purchase tickets call or visit the Aiken Downtown Development Association on 803 649 2221, 208 The Alley, Aiken or visit www.triplecrownofpolo.com
New Bridge Polo and Country Club is located at 863 New Bridge Road, Aiken, SC 29805