TTS Report
Team LGPG Red captured top honors at the 6th Junior Polo Championship, one of the most prestigious youth tournaments on the calendar of the Pakistan Polo Association, organised by the Lahore Garrison Polo Grounds (LGPG).
The TCL-sponsored U-19 championship concluded with a thrilling final at Lahore’s historic Fortress Stadium, where LGPG Red outclassed LGPG White 6.5–4 in a spirited and closely contested encounter. The final drew an enthusiastic gathering of polo players, club members, families of the junior participants, and a large number of polo enthusiasts. Among the distinguished attendees were TCL Marketing Manager Muhammad Owais and LGPG Club Secretary Major Babar Mehboob Awan (R).
The match itself lived up to expectations, featuring fast-paced action, tactical play, and impressive horsemanship from both sides. LGPG Red demonstrated superior coordination and composure, particularly in crucial moments of the game. Emerging female polo talent Rabeel Noman Hussain delivered a confident and impactful performance, further highlighting the expanding role of women in Pakistan’s polo scene. She was ably supported by Esa Barik Usman and Zackaria Daud Ali Khan, who scored two goals each, while Rabeel Hussain and Muhammad Hassan Khan contributed one goal apiece. The team also benefited from a half-goal handicap advantage, which added to their final tally of 6.5 goals.
LGPG White mounted a determined challenge and kept the contest competitive throughout. Saim Abbas and M Ebraheem Khan scored two goals each, showcasing skill and resilience. However, despite their spirited efforts, they were unable to overcome LGPG Red’s balanced attack and disciplined defensive strategy.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, Esa Barik Usman expressed immense satisfaction at winning the championship in his debut appearance in the Junior Polo Championship. He described the triumph as a proof of the team’s hard work, unity, and dedication, adding that the victory would serve as motivation for future competitions.
Club Secretary Major Babar Mehboob Awan (R) emphasized that the Junior Polo Championship is a regular feature of the Pakistan Polo Association’s annual calendar and has been hosted at the Lahore Garrison Polo Grounds for the past two years. He noted with pride that this year’s edition witnessed significant participation from young players, terming it a highly encouraging sign for the development and promotion of polo in Pakistan.
