Save the Children and Puntacana Resort Host 8th edition of the Save the Children – Gulf Polo Cup supporting Children's Education

Dedicated to Don Jose Horacio Marranzini Turull, known as "Sancocho," for his career in polo.

Punta Cana, La Altagracia - Save the Children successfully hosted the 8th edition of the Save the Children - Gulf Polo Cup at the Puntacana Polo Club, Puntacana Resort. This traditional tournament, supported by over 70 companies, raised over 6 million pesos for literacy programs in the Capotillo area, where the organization has been active since 2020.

This year, the event honored Don José Horacio Marranzini Turull, affectionately known as "Sancocho," in recognition of his outstanding career in the world of polo.

The team, “Bienvenida Punta Cana - Blue Label Polo Team”, emerged victorious in both the Cup and the National Championship, defeating Team GxD in an exciting final with a score of 10-8. The winning squad included Mauricio Bogaert, Juan Tomás Díaz, Agustín Arrestizábal, and Modesto Constanza, while the runner-up team featured Rafael García, Federico Ramos, Roberto García, and Teto Castillo.

Mauricio Bogaert was recognized as the tournament's Most Valuable Player, and the Best Playing Pony award went to Tequila, owned by the Puntacana Polo Club, presented by Mrs. Antonia Freites.

The event also featured the notable participation of teams La Patrona and Barceló Imperial, showcasing talent and camaraderie. Reyson Pimentel and Jesica Rizik provided lively event hosting, adding a special touch to the sports day.

Juan Tomás Díaz, president of Save the Children Dominican Republic, thanked all participating teams for their commitment to children's causes in the country. "Thanks to the polo community and our allied companies, we have raised over 50 million pesos across various editions of the tournament. Our goal is to establish this cup as a symbol of solidarity and support for child development in the Dominican Republic," he expressed. Funds raised will support emerging literacy and mathematics programs in the El Túnel and La 42 neighborhoods of Capotillo, focusing on children in grades one through four, aiming to strengthen their reading and comprehension skills and improve educational quality.

The event was supported by: Puntacana Resort, Reid y compañía, Banreservas, Inversiones y Reservas, United Capital, Seguros Sura, Caribetrans, AFP Reservas, K. G. CONSTRUCTORA, Típico Bonao, Blue Label, Fersan, Jimenez Peña, Minecom, Magna Motors, Codavidom, Airport Team Solution, Industrias San Miguel, Banco Lafise, Blandino, Pollos Victorina, Seguros Universal, Inicia, White Melody, Cinter Constructora, Logic Pack, Body Shop, Inversiones ROSSLAND, Constructora Caralva, Grupo Rica, United Petroleum, Seguros Harper, VARI Srl, CEPM, Energas, MAPFRE, Banco Lopez de Haro, Castillo y Castillo, BM Cargo, VMO Concretos, Banco Popular, Excel, Autoasesores, HIT, Ege

Haina, Wilmor Joyeros, Cigar Country, Arkaham Intelligence , Interquimica, Texaco, Forno Bravo, MARDOM, M Textil, AFP Crecer, Autohaus, Notime, Caribbean LifeStyle, Constructora AE, Marsh, Travelwise, La Antillana, Autobritánica, Studio Legale, Cerveza Canita, Café Santo Domingo, Vita Zoo, Productos Chef, Emilio’s , Omar Elias Distribución, Seating Solutions Alma Genesa, Quezada Agente de Cambio, Hotel Billini, Samuel Conde & Asociados, Constructora Dupla, BME Eventos, Punta Cana Party.

About Save the Children:
Save the Children is the world's largest independent organization dedicated to children, working in over 120 countries to promote and protect children's rights. In the Dominican Republic, it has operated independently since 1972, implementing health, education, protection, governance, and humanitarian response initiatives in 11 provinces.

About Puntacana Resort:

Puntacana Resort is a low-density destination with over 55 years of history, committed to sustainable luxury tourism. It boasts three miles of magnificent white-sand beaches, 45 holes of world-class golf, and is home to the Dominican Republic's first PGA TOUR event, making it a leading resort in the Caribbean.

The Puntacana Polo Club is an iconic venue at the heart of Puntacana Resort, offering opportunities for polo horse interaction, practice, and skill enhancement with experienced instructors.

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