Chukkers for Charity Presented by Medical House Calls Delivered on Fun and Fundraising
The Anderson Group Nudged Out Ironhorse Farms at 29th Annual Polo Match Benefiting Rochelle Center and Saddle Up!
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Chukkers for Charity, presented by Medical House Calls announced The Anderson Group’s team Aaron Barrett, Wes Finlayson, Alejandro Gonzales and Stevie Orthwein nudged out Ironhorse Farms’ team Cruz Bilbao, Sophie Grant, Diego “Joaquin” Arguello and Wesley “Whistle” Uys.
The teams competed on Saturday, Sept. 6 for the 29th annual sporting event held in Franklin, Tenn. benefiting Rochelle Center and Saddle Up!. This is one of the highest grossing events in the 29 year history.
Aaron Barrett won the MVP award which was a Frederique Constant timepiece from Diamond Cellar presented by Meghan McKenzie. Sophie Grant, one of the top 10 American women players won for Best Playing Pony.
This year’s theme “Fiesta on the Field,” was inspired by the art, music, colors and tastes of Mexico and was reflected in fashion, decorations, lively music and Mexican fare. Tailgaters and VIP Cabana patrons decorated their area to the theme of the event. The tailgating group that won the contest was Natalie Pauley Gilbert and Eliza O’Neil and second place went to Jon Papaik and JunKing Journey.
There was a lively silent auction and Lipman Bros. hosted the bar featuring the Chukkerita signature cocktail. Halftime featured attendees repairing the divots on the field followed by a Stick Horse Race among the kids in attendance.
This year’s co-chairs are Falon Veit Scott, Brittany Haugh and Ben Swann avid volunteers for the event and non-profit organizations.
In addition to Medical House Calls, other sponsors include Lifepoint Health, Diamond Cellar, Lo Key Ranch, Andrews Transportation Group, Iron Horse Farms (Crispin & John Menefee), The Anderson Group Real Estate Services, Barrett Farms, EES Agency, Secure Air Charter, Tennessee Equine Hospital, BNA – Nashville International Airport, The Sieveking Family, LBMC, Regions Bank, Duke Design Group, David Darst – Morgan Stanley, Publix Super Market Charities, Associated Terminals/Turn Services, Pilates Franklin, Synovus and UHY Advisors, Inc. Also supporting Chukkers for Charity are Lipman Brothers/R.S. Lipman Company, Lithographics, Nashville Geek, Dan Rice Design, Franklin Polo Academy, Nashville Polo Club, Bcreativ, PMC Parking, SiteOne Landscaping, Holly Consults and Nashville Pizza Company.
Chukkers for Charity is Tennessee’s largest and highest grossing charity polo match having raised more than $3 million since 1996. Please visit www.chukkersforcharity.net for more information.
Chukkers for Charity is hosted by Orrin Ingram and Stefanie Latham at Riverview Farm, 1475 Moran Road, Franklin, Tennessee.
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ABOUT ROCHELLE CENTER
In 1968, long-time area educator W.R. Rochelle, began the foundation for the agency offering support for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. These supports enhance skills necessary for the individuals to become as active and independent as possible in our community. Today Rochelle Center continues Mr. Rochelle’s Vision and Mission with community integration, employment, in addition to residential services. For more information, call 615.254.0673 or visit www.rochellecenter.org.
ABOUT SADDLE UP!
Saddle Up!’s mission is to provide children and young adults with disabilities the opportunity to grow and develop through therapeutic, educational and recreational activities with horses. Saddle Up! will serve over 220 children and young adults this year, providing 5,000 hours of programming in 8 year-round programs. Saddle Up! is the oldest and largest program of its kind in the region, and the only one exclusively serving children and young adults who have disabilities. We are a Premier Center accredited by PATH International, the organization that sets the standards for safety and quality in equine assisted programs.
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