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Outside The Boards™
The OTB™ Podcast is your passport to the captivating world of polo, where we aim to redefine preconceived notions and deliver an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at this remarkable sport. Our mission is to introduce you to the fascinating individuals, remarkable locales, and captivating stories that comprise the heart of polo, while shattering common stereotypes along the way.
Tackling pressing issues currently shaping the sport, we foster constructive dialogue and exchange of ideas, insights, solutions, and exemplary case studies. Our ultimate aim? To propel polo to new heights on the global stage.
Join us for candid conversations with polo's industry luminaries, dedicated enthusiasts, and the extraordinary individuals who infuse this sport with their passion and energy, making it an absolute joy to be a part of. The OTB™ Podcast: Your portal to a polo experience like no other.
Outside The Boards™
Fred Mannix: Alegria Polo Team Player, Patron & Captain
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OUTSIDE THE BOARDS™ PODCAST
SEASON #2 | EPISODE #2: Fred Mannix
RECORDED: November 9th, 2022
Mr. Fred Mannix is a very rare breed in the world of polo as both a professional player and Team Sponsor and Captain of the Alegria Polo Team.
Fred is a born, bred and polo fed player from an early age. At sixteen years old, Fred Mannix became a member of Team Canada, and was one of the youngest polo players to compete in the 2001 Federation of International Polo World Championship in Australia.
Now in is late thirties, and captain of the Algeria Polo Team – Canada’s only high-goal polo franchise – Fred is the first Canadian in nearly 80 years to have competed in the coveted Argentine Triple Crown – the sport’s most exclusive and respected tournaments, and only the second in 124 years to have competed in the prestigious Argentine Open.
Mannix is an accomplished 7-goal player in North America and 8-goal player internationally. Not only is Mannix the highest ranked Canadian on the World Polo Tour (rated 22nd overall), but Fred is also the Hurlingham Polo Association’s premier Global Brand Ambassador.
Fred Mannix is an accomplish player on the field and businessman off it. I’m honored to have had the opportunity to get to know him. He shows a deep love for the game and is motivated to see it commercially successful. I have become more knowledge about the polo industry from our conversation and he shares great insight about the game.
WELCOME TO OUTSIDE THE BOARDS™ PODCAST
The OTB™ Podcast was created with the goal of introducing listeners to people, places and stories and provide a unique behind the scenes perspective of the sport of polo that breaks all the common stereotypes. While discussing key issues affecting the sport today and the constructive sharing of ideas, insights, solutions and best case studies for the purpose of advancing polo globally. The Podcast will have honest conversations with polo industry leaders, enthusiasts and awe inspiring people who make this sport great and fun to be around.
ABOUT THE GAY POLO LEAGUE
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About Lineup Polo
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About Outside The Boards™
Founded after witnessing their first polo match in 2012, Outside The Boards™ seeks to share the sport’s beauty, intensity, and lifestyle while addressing industry fragmentation. Through best practices, insights, trends, and consulting, OTB™ helps stakeholders and brands unlock polo’s marketing potential and navigate the sport with clarity.
