Jemima Garnier

I grew up around horses and started playing polo at Durham before coming to UCL. Since joining UCL Polo I have been involved from the early stages of the club, attending the first taster session and helping organise the club’s first tournament against Durham as well as the St Moritz Snow Polo tour.

As Welfare Secretary, my focus will be ensuring the club remains a welcoming and supportive environment for all members. Polo can be difficult to start, so it is important that beginners feel supported both during lessons and at tournaments.

I will run a weekly Welfare Hour where members can speak confidentially about any concerns or simply take time away from the pressures of university and sport. I also want to increase welfare support at matches and tournaments so players feel encouraged and supported when competing.

Alongside this, I would like to expand the club’s work with polo and equestrian charities. This would support good causes within the sport while also giving members opportunities to work on meaningful projects within the wider polo community.

My aim is to help maintain a supportive and inclusive club where everyone feels comfortable getting involved and progressing within the sport.