Luis Escobar: Legacy in the Saddle

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Luis Escobar, the heart behind Santa Clara Polo Club and a
towering figure in American polo, takes us on a fascinating
journey from his childhood in Costa Rica to building a lasting
legacy in Wellington, Florida. Growing up with a father who
embraced polo in his thirties, Luis discovered his life's passion
at just seven years old, declaring with absolute certainty by age
eight that professional polo would be his future.

What makes Luis's story remarkable is how he bridges generations
in a sport that truly allows for family legacies to flourish. Now
watching his sons Nico and Lucas rise through the ranks to 5 and
6-goal handicaps respectively, he finds his greatest joy in
seeing them develop. "I can continue playing through the eyes of
my kids," he shares, highlighting polo's unique ability to keep
families connected through shared passion.

The conversation delves deep into the art of horsemanship, a
skill Luis believes is becoming increasingly rare even at the
highest levels. While many professionals simply discard horses
that underperform, Luis has built his career on understanding
each mount and maximizing their potential. This philosophy has
taken him across the globe, proving Churchill's famous quote that
"your polo handicap is your passport to the world."

Beyond technique and travel, Luis offers a refreshing perspective
on polo's accessibility. Forget the stereotypes of champagne and
fancy attire, real polo is about "beer and barbecue," a welcoming
community where anyone can pull up with a cooler to enjoy the
action. As Santa Clara Polo Club brings fall tournaments back to
Wellington, Luis remains committed to growing the sport while
addressing the challenges of developing more American talent in a
landscape dominated by Argentine players.

Listen now to discover how this remarkable sport breaks
boundaries, builds families, and creates lifelong bonds between
humans and horses. Whether you're a polo en
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