Instantly recognisable due to his tall frame, Tommy Beresford had a great UK season playing as the number 4 for Sheikha Maitha's UAE Polo Team. Despite playing a predominently defensive role at 4, sending the ball high and lofted up to his front running teammates, he is quick to take advantage of breaks in play and loose balls to put his ball control skills to the test and score, often overcoming multiple defenders as he dribbles the ball through tight gaps.
His strengths include opening up the play from the back of the field with long range, accurate passes and sharply angled defensive backhands, creating space on the field for players like Lukin Monteverde to run onto.
Key Stats from the UK Season:
Queen's Cup
- 25 goals total in the tournament (16 from penalties), with a field goal accuracy of 45%
- Accurate and consistent from the penalty line 16/21 penalties in resulting in a 76.2% accuracy rate
- Few fouls with just 3 blown against
- 4 assists
- Consistent from the penalty line with 19/25 penaties in resulting in a 76% accuracy rate
- Consistently clean with only 3 fouls committed
He excels in areas including:
Check out this video showing Tomas doing what he does best: