The Archie David Cup is named in honour of a founding member of Guards Polo Club, who is remembered for his generosity to his fellow officers. Major Archie David was quick to lend both ponies and grounds in the early days of the Club.
Martin Young, the long-standing sponsor of the Archie David Cup, is continuing this tradition of
helping serving soldiers. A former soldier in the Blues and Royals himself, Martin will use his sponsorship of The Archie David Cup 2010 to raise funds for injured servicemen. The modern soldier may not need help with polo - but has more urgent needs, such as treatment, income and rehabilitation. Major Archie David would be proud.