Women’s polo takes center stage in Houston this November as Houston Polo Club (HPC) confirms the return of two marquee events: the U.S. Open Women’s Handicap and the Southwestern Circuit Women’s Challenge. The club’s fall calendar promises a full week of top-flight competition, with national and circuit teams converging on Memorial Park’s iconic fields for a showcase of speed, precision, and team craft.
HPC’s fast, player-focused format has long made it a favorite stop on the women’s circuit. Expect open polo, clean riding lines, and decisive set-piece work—perfect conditions for elite stick-and-ball. The fields will feature rising stars and seasoned captains alike, many building toward winter seasons in Florida and California. For fans, it’s a rare chance to watch the sport’s best decision-makers read the play in real time and turn tight marks into fast-break runs.
Festivities begin with the Draw Party on Sunday, November 9, where squads finalize brackets and strategy. From there, the week builds to semifinal matchups in the U.S. Open Women’s Handicap, before the Championship Final crowns the season’s standout side. The Southwestern Circuit Women’s Challenge runs in parallel, offering competitive minutes for emerging lineups and younger talents. In a boost for fans nationwide, HPC notes that the U.S. Open Women’s Handicap semifinals and final will be livestreamed on the USPA Polo Network, expanding access and visibility for the women’s game.
Between chukkers, visitors can expect HPC’s polished hospitality—family-friendly viewing lawns, on-site refreshments, and the club’s signature Houston welcome. Whether you follow every play or are new to the sport, this is women’s polo at its fastest and most watchable.
From powerful horse management to ice-cold penalty taking, Houston’s fall slate will deliver a full measure of high-pressure polo. Mark the date, assemble your team, and get in the game.
