This archive report was first published on 26 June 2020.
Published on June 26, 2020, the Kenya Polo Association (KPA) has announced that international referee Jayson Pixon of the United Kingdom will be the chief umpire in the 14.5 Goal international match between Kenya and South Africa at Nairobi Polo Club in September.
According to KPA secretary-general Silke Hampson, the association hopes to establish strict guidelines for the match in line with World Health Organisation and Ministry of Health guidelines on social distancing.
Hampson expressed her enthusiasm for Pixon's arrival, stating that it will be a morale-booster to local umpires who will be expected to learn several international techniques.
“His presence during the match will be a great inspiration to local players and umpires as we expect him to teach us a few techniques, which will benefit our players, coaches and umpires,” Hampson said.
However, Hampson noted that plans for the match will depend on the government lifting several restrictions that were put in place three months ago as a way of combating the COVID-19 pandemic.
Should the match be held as planned, it will be the only international tie involving the national polo team following the cancellation of the 16-Goal match between them and Zambia at Manyatta Polo Club in Gilgil.
