U.S. Polo Assn. Supports Division I National Intercollegiate Championship

The global sport brand showcases the future of polo through its investment in collegiate competition.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:00pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a collegiate polo match, with sharp, overlapping planes of color representing the dynamic action and competition of the sport.The U.S. Polo Assn. brand's support of the Division I National Intercollegiate Championship celebrates the next generation of polo players and the sport's bright future.Dallas Today

U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly supported the Division I National Intercollegiate Championship (NIC), held March 19-22, 2026, near Dallas, Texas. As the highest level of collegiate polo in the United States, the NIC brings together the nation's top student-athletes to compete for national titles.

Why it matters

The Division I NIC represents the future of the sport of polo, where the next generation of players showcase their dedication, teamwork, and passion at the highest level of collegiate competition. U.S. Polo Assn.'s continued investment in the I/I Program helps grow the sport and reach new audiences.

The details

For the 2026 NIC, U.S. Polo Assn. provided custom event t-shirts for all participants, featuring special-edition designs honoring the 50th Anniversary of the Division I Women's NIC, along with player prizes for all finalists and exclusive U.S. Polo Assn. Champions Caps to the winning teams. The brand also enhanced the fan experience with cap giveaways.

  • The 2026 Division I National Intercollegiate Championship was held from March 19-22, 2026.
  • The Division I Women's Final was played on March 22, 2026.
  • The Division I Men's Final was played on March 22, 2026.

The players

University of South Carolina - Aiken Polo Team

The 2026 Division I Women's National Intercollegiate Champions, consisting of Winifred Branscum, Madison Jordan, and Brianna Jordan.

University of North Texas Polo Team

The 2026 Division I Men's National Intercollegiate Champions, consisting of Alec Felhaber, Niklaus Felhaber, Johann Felhaber, Mosiah Gravesande, and Sebastian Celis Guerrero.

United States Polo Association (USPA)

The largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890.

U.S. Polo Assn.

The official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA).

Liz Brayboy

Chair of the USPA's Intercollegiate/Interscholastic (I/I) Committee.

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What they’re saying

“The Division I National Intercollegiate Championship represents the future of the sport, where dedication, teamwork, and passion for the sport of polo come together at the highest level of collegiate competition.”

— J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global

“The 2026 National Intercollegiate Championship marks the 50th Anniversary of the Division I Women's Intercollegiate Tournament, and it's inspiring to see the remarkable talent and commitment these student-athletes have shown throughout such a highly competitive and significant season.”

— Liz Brayboy, Chair of the USPA's Intercollegiate/Interscholastic (I/I) Committee

What’s next

The Division I Women's and Men's Finals will be featured on Global Polo's award-winning show, 'Breakaway: Polo in College,' and distributed across ESPN and Global Polo platforms, extending the reach of collegiate championship polo to a global audience.

The takeaway

U.S. Polo Assn.'s continued support of the Division I National Intercollegiate Championship showcases the brand's commitment to investing in the next generation of polo players and growing the sport at the collegiate level, ensuring a bright future for the sport of polo.