Robert Skene was a legend in polo. A former 10 Goal player and Club Manager in Santa Barbara for many years, his acquired name, "Hurricane Bob," was due to his fast and precise play making. He was tirelessly committed to the Santa Barbara Polo club, the sport of polo, and was highly regarded by players of all ranks. Although his participation in the sport was interrupted by World War II, where he was a POW for three years in Malaysia, he returned to his 10-goal rating and kept it for 17 years until 1967. Throughout his life he and his wife and lifelong sweetheart of over 60 years, Elizabeth, shared many adventures and whom he credits a vital role in all of his successes. Mrs. Skene remains passionate about the sport and continues to show her support field side throughout the summer seasons.