In 2026, Peter Brant was inducted into the Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame, a recognition of his extraordinary contribution to the sport. His journey began in the 1970s, and in 1979 he founded the White Birch Polo Team, which became one of the most successful high-goal teams in history.
White Birch Achievements
- 31 championships and tournaments at the 26-goal level or higher.
- Winner of the U.S. Open Polo Championship (2005).
- Swept all three 26-goal tournaments in Palm Beach in 2005.
- Multiple titles at the East Coast Open and USPA Gold Cup.
Brant’s Role
Between 1979 and 1989, Brant himself rose to a 7-goal handicap, making him one of the highest-ranked amateur players in the world. His leadership and vision brought together legendary teammates such as Adolfo Cambiaso, Mariano Aguerre, Carlos Gracida, Gonzalo Pieres Sr., Nacho Figueras, Hilario Ulloa, and many others, ensuring White Birch’s dominance across decades.
Major Tournament Wins and Team Rosters
2005 U.S. Open Polo Championship
- Julio Gracida
- Lucas Criado
- Mariano Aguerre
- Peter Brant
2005 Hall of Fame Cup
- Julio Gracida
- Lucas Criado
- Mariano Aguerre
- Peter Brant
C.V. Whitney Cup
- 1995: Brandon Philips, Adolfo Cambiaso, Mariano Aguerre, Peter Brant
- 1996: Frederico Escobar, Adolfo Cambiaso, Mariano Aguerre, Peter Brant
- 2000: Brad Blake, Mariano Aguerre, Carlos Gracida, Peter Brant
- 2001: Brad Blake, Mariano Aguerre, Carlos Gracida, Peter Brant
- 2005: Julio Gracida, Lucas Criado, Mariano Aguerre, Peter Brant
Beyond White Birch
Brant also founded the Greenwich Polo Club in 1981, which became a premier venue for the East Coast Open and other major tournaments, further cementing his influence on the sport.
Peter Brant’s Hall of Fame induction celebrates not only his personal achievements but also the dynasty he built. White Birch’s victories, legendary rosters, and enduring presence in high-goal polo remain a cornerstone of the sport’s history.
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