MIKUNA Team Wins ProAm at Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
🏆 A Winning Performance
This ProAm Tournament — a unique format pairing professionals and amateurs — saw MIKUNA’s roster of seasoned players and rising stars pull together to defeat the Farmer’s Merchant Bank Team. That lineup included Hilario Figueras, Marcos Lambias, Brooke Bidwell, and Matt Yonally — each bringing skill, heart, and a competitive edge. MIKUNA
Their win wasn’t just about goals and chukkers. It showcased what Mikuna stands for: dedication, balance, and resilience — qualities shared by athletes, sustainable food proponents, and anyone committed to living with integrity.
🌿 Polo, Performance & Plant-Based Fuel — Why This Win Matters
At its core, polo demands physical strength, agility, focus, and endurance. For a brand built around clean, plant-powered nutrition, this victory offers a powerful visual: MIKUNA’s philosophy isn’t just about nourishing the body — it's about enabling performance, activity, and full living.
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Athletic alignment: The win demonstrates that plant-first nutrition (like MIKUNA’s Chocho-based products) can support rigorous physical performance.
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Brand lifestyle: It connects Mikuna’s roots (Andean agriculture, clean protein) with a lifestyle of action, outdoor sport, and community — resonating with consumers who value both health and vitality.
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Local pride: Winning at the storied Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club spotlights local heritage and gives a nod to the region where Mikuna’s founder studied and grew his vision.
📅 What Happened — Game Highlights
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The ProAm format allowed a blend of pro and amateur talent — each bringing unique strengths to the field. MIKUNA
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MIKUNA took on Farmer’s Merchant Bank Team — and through coordination, horsemanship, and teamwork, secured the win. MIKUNA
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The match took place on a historic turf — the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, established in 1911 — known for its lush fields, sea-breeze climate, and vibrant polo culture.
Special Thanks:
- Brooke Bidwell
- Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club
