Cambridge University Polo Club

[2] [3] Its annual Varsity Match against Oxford, established in 1878, is the second oldest continuing polo fixture in the western world.

[5] Originally, the colours of the club were maroon and yellow and, after some discussions and the sanction of the Cambridge University Boat Club, the following rule was passed : "That the Polo Five be allowed to wear a light blue polo shirt, white forage cap, and belt".

In 1879 the University players felt strong enough to enter a team in the Hurlingham Club's Champion Open Cup, the premier competition of the time.

The original conditions are as follows: "No player eligible who has been a member of his University for more than four years, or who has not been in residence during the term in which the match takes place.

The match is a well-established fixture in the British sporting calendar and is now held at Guards Polo Club.