The District Cup Welcomes Dame Karen Pierce DCMG, the British Ambassador to the US as Honorary Co-Chair of its Annual Charity Polo Event in Washington DC

WASHINGTON, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The District Cup Foundation is privileged to announce that Dame Karen Pierce DCMG, the British Ambassador to the US will be joining its annual charity polo tournament as an Honorary Co-Chair. Ambassador Pierce is joined in this role by Canada's Ambassador to the US, Kirsten Hillman and visionary entrepreneur and thought leader, Ms. Sherrie Beckstead.

The District Cup's 2023 tournament will take place on September 30th at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This prestigious event serves as a platform to promote inclusivity, support charitable causes by bringing together polo players from diverse communities, and allows spectators to witness the oldest team sport in history.

At the heart of this event lies The District Cup Foundation, the event's 501c3 non-profit organization committed to supporting a variety of philanthropic causes. This year, the Foundation has carefully selected five deserving causes that will benefit from the proceeds generated through ticket sales and sponsorships. These esteemed charities are:

• Boys & Girls Club of Greater Washington
  
  
• Children's Law Center
  
  
• Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention at Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center
  
  
• Jamaur Law Foundation, Inc.
  
  
• The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp

Held on the iconic National Mall, four teams will compete for the coveted "District Cup" title.

"The District Cup is priviledged to host this year's event alongside our Honorary Co-Chairs," says District Cup co-founder Nico Baca. "It is an honor to be part of an event that showcases exceptional athleticism and creates a lasting impact through philanthropic initiatives," says Dario Sotomayor, District Cup co-founder.

With a history of polo being played on the National Mall for over 100 years, the modern District Cup has been an annual event since its inception in 2019. The dedicated team of Co-Chair members, Host Committee members, and volunteers work closely each year with various polo clubs across the country and international federations. The District Cup is an inclusive event designed to provide access to this wonderful sport and encourage new athletes to embrace the adrenaline-filled world of polo.

About the District Cup: The District Cup is the premier yearly polo tournament held on the National Mall in Washington, DC. For more information, visit www.thedistrictcup.com.

Contact: Maryscott Greenwood, Board Chair, The District Cup Foundation, sgreenwood@cabc.co, 202-361-1597