HUSK Supporters & Ambassadors

HUSK’s Patented Air Tech Horse Wear attracts many of the best riders in the world. These riders prioritise the health of their horses, and they appreciate how much their horses sacrifice to enable them to succeed in their chosen careers. We are blessed as a result to have the opportunity to work with like minded people at all times, which is a huge part of the enjoyment of what we do. Here’s a little about our growing community of Supporters:

Nic Roldan

Fuelled by talent, charisma and passion, Nic is present leading American polo player ranking at 8 goals.

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He is the youngest polo player in the world to win the prestigious US Open Polo title at the age of 15 and has captained Team USA. Winning victoriously on all 5 continents at every level, Nic attracts worldwide acclaim. Nic spends heaps of time at the barn hanging out with his horses, they are is best friends. Nic will only use HUSK to protect his horses as he see how much healthier his horses have been since using the kit.

Lia Salvo

Lia is one of the best female polo players in the world, ranking at 9 goals in women’s handicap in Argentina and England.

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She started to play when she was 10 years old. She is fierce and graceful at the same time, and has an incredible way with her horses. She calms and focuses them by just her presence!

Find out more about Lia here.

Lucy Straker

Lucy is an International Grand Prix Rider based in heart of Wiltshire UK countryside.

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Starting her career as a show jumper and dressage, her career began to focus more on dressage when she titled National Dressage Champion at Malvern Championships. Lucy likes to train all of her horses from scratch to Grand Prix, and now trains with the wonderful Carl Hester MBE. Lucy is kind and compassionate, with a streak of absolute determination, and the love for her horses is out there for all to see.

Ellie Fredericks

Daughter of the world class eventer Lucinda Fredericks, Ellie is coached by and following in the footsteps of her parents.

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At the young age of 17 years, Ellie has bucked the curve by already competing successfully at Intermediate and 2*. Ellie is fearless, fiercely competitive, and has a fantastic sense of humour. She has an absolute love for her horses, and knows each one inside and out.

Hear what Ellie has to say about Husk here.

Harry Muddle

British polo player and originator of Burningfold Pro Am polo, Harry has been by HUSK’s side from the start.

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Harry has a real love for his horses and knows each and every one of their likes and dislikes. He has an absolute love for the sport and is an absolute ambassador for amateur polo, the grass roots that feeds the sport for the future.

La Irenita

A 4000 acre estate ear Buenos Aires, Argentina, founded by the late Dr Jorge MacDonough, international polo vet, passionate about the welfare of horses, and pivotal to the launching of HUSK La Irenita Air boots into the world of polo.

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La Irenita is one of the largest polo horse breeding organisations in the world, with two teams now playing in the Argentine Open, as well as many other tournaments. Now owned and run by brothers Matias and Pablo Mac Donough, La Irenita is going from strength to strength, passionate still about the long term welfare of their horses, they ensure that all of their horses are kitted in HUSK boots.

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Pablo Mac Donough

Pablo has been the pivotal piece in the success of HUSK in polo since his late father Dr Jorge Mac Donough discovered the brand via his nephew, and now good friend, Jacinto Crotto.

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Born in Buenos Aires, a 5th generation Irish Argentine, sport ran through his veins. His great grandfather James, an Irish immigrant who settles in the pampas in the late 19th century was a horse aficionado. When Pablo was 14 years old he won the Potrillos Cup, the most prestigious youth tournament in the world. He is now one of the most well known participants of the sport, both playing and breeding. Anyone that speaks with Pablo will know that he simply loves HUSK boots and thinks everyone should be switching to putting them on their horses!

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Hazel Jackson

Hazel is one of the most important representatives of the competitive female polo circuit.

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The talented British player is the second woman in the world to have ever reached 10 goals, and last December she won the Argentine Women’s Open Championship alongside El Overo UAE. Hazel’s career took off after riding the horses for UAE, the Sheikha saw how skilled and compassionate Hazel was as a rider, and asked her to play for her team! The rest was history! Originally from the New Forest, UK, Hazel just loves being in the countryside and around horses, she’s really spiritual also and a pro at yoga! Hazel loves her horses, you will often find her sitting out the back of her barn chilling with them, and their welfare is key to her heart. Hazel would not use anything else on her horses other than HUSK boots.

Hilario Ulloa

Practically born on horse back, Hilario is one of the most passionate people we have met about the welfare of his horses.

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Focussed and quiet, his confidence in the saddle hints at a history steeped in horses. Ulloa, a 10 goal rank, is known for his tenacity, an example during the semi final of 2011 British Open the head of his mallet broke off, so he turned it around and scored a goal with the handle! Hilario is passionate about the game of polo, and fiercly competitive, he sees the benefit of HUSK to his horses, and how this affects his game, and will openly promote using HUSK boots for this reason.

Ruy Fonsesca

Brazilian Olympic eventer Ruy has won 4 Pan American Games medals, competed in 2 Summer Olympics, 2012 and 2016, as well as set for Tokyo.

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Now heading to World Equestrian Games with the Brazilian team in Pratoni! Ruy now resides in the Oxfordshire countryside, UK, and has created a training centre for fellow Olympic eventers and teams. Recently hosting the New Zealanders to train at his home. Coming from a hot country Ruy has seen how heat can hurt horses, and understands the benefits of using HUSK at all times. Ruy uses La Irenita Air boots on the field as well as the Pro Air Pads, and is passionate about how well his horses stay as a result.

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Lissa Green

Daughter of the infamous Lucinda Green MBE, Lissa Green has inherited her monther’s genes and is one of the sport’s up and coming event riders.

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In 2017 Lissa made her 5* competitive debut at the iconic Badminton Horse Trials, and continues to follow the path of her mother’s success. Lissa has built a team of talented event horses ranging from unbroken to advanced levels.

Lissa’s chilled and happy go lucky demeanor hides her drive for perfection, her training is down to the second, and every heart beat of her horses are monitored, health is key. Therefore HUSK was a natural choice for Lissa, and she loves the freedom and protection the kit gives her horses.

Find out what Liss ahs to say about Husk here.

Adolfo Cambiaso

Described in the polo world as ‘the Messi of polo’ Argentianian, Adolfo Cambiaso held the number one spot in the world polo tour rankings for an incredible 20 years!

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He is a player that will go down in history, with books written about him, and numerous paintings and photos of him, he is a legacy. In his sporting careers thus far Adolfo has amassed an impressive 164 title wins! Cambiaso is fiercly competitive and will do what it takes to win. His grooms are prepped to seek products that will keep his horses in peak condition to enable that to happen, hence why HUSK was a perfect choice.

Find out what Adolfo has to say about Husk here.

Facu Sola

Former polo player for Las Monjitas, the team that stormed the Argentina Open finals, with a shock win against Ellerstina a few years ago.

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Facu died his hair orange for the match, and the entire stand of supporters followed suit to support an electric final vs La Dolfina. Facu, 9 goaler, is now making his mark all over the world with his passionate play.

Lukin Monteverde

Lucas Monteverde Jr son of the famous Polo player Lucas Monteverde is new sensation in polo.

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At the age of 13 this young polo player played in his debut game at the Queen’s Cup 2019 against Casa La Vista while he is playing for UAE Polo Team, and continues to play for UAE across the world.

Henry Porter

Henry began riding horses at age five and has been playing polo since age nine.

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He recently won the Copa Presidente (20 goal) trophy in Argentina and will play for Santa Clara for the second annual GAUNTLET OF POLO™️. Born in London, England, Porter had his first ever polo lesson in Dubai with Martin Valent, who remains his manager today. He now commutes between homes in Florida and England. Henry is also a brand ambassador for the US Polo Association (USPA).