The South African Polo Association is the official administrative controlling body of polo in South Africa. All clubs affiliate through their provincial bodies to SAPA which, in turn, affiliates to Hurlingham Polo Association (based in UK) and Federacion Internationale de Polo (based in Argentina). SAPA consists of a President, Vice-President and Executive Committee which includes a representative from each province (usually the Provincial Chairman).
These members are elected by the affiliated members of SAPA at the AGM of the Association. SAPA has a constitution which was first formulated in 1905 making it one of the oldest sporting bodies in the country. The role of SAPA is to administer the annual fixture lists, the handicaps of all players, any disciplinary matters, coordinate the Development Programme for previously disadvantaged youngsters and to govern policy relating to all matters regarding polo and polo ponies.
SAPA is also responsible for procuring sponsorship for International matches and various other tournaments. SAPA is a Section 21 non profit organisation and assists its affiliated provinces with grants and interest free loans for the benefit of its members.
SBU DUMA
To All Polo Players and Friends,
Many of you probably already know the tragic circumstances surrounding Sbu Duma. For those that don’t, he was brutally attacked and stabbed yesterday afternoon (1st May) and tragically didn’t survive the ordeal. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Duma family and to Dieter and Josie Rowe Setz who were very much part of Sbu’s life. Sbu was a shining example to all with his enthusiasm and love for polo. For years he strived to improve his game and finally got the break he had been looking for when offered a job in the UK only for it to be snatched away by a senseless thug. Details of his memorial service will be communicated once arrangements have been finalised. Many people have requested bank details for donations - we suggest these be paid into the SAPA account whereupon they will be passed on to his family.
Kind regards
Clive Peddle
Executive Director
South African Polo Association
South African Polo Association
Standard Bank – Florida Road Durban
Account Number – 051 318 172
Branch Code – 042 726
