MEATH’S John Floody took the winner’s laurels in the Seven Year-Old final at the Barnadown leg of the Irish Sport Horse Studbook Series yesterday (Sunday) riding Bronson de Reve (ISH). Close behind the Meath rider came Shane McFadden with Clinton Jack (ISH) while third place was claimed by Greg Broderick with MHS Going Global (ISH) [...]
A working hunter competition was organised by STRULE VALLEY RIDING CLUB in Omagh, Co Tyrone recently & held at The Ecclesville Centre, Fintona. Thanks to everyone who braved the weather to come along & support the show. Thanks to Declan O’Neill from Moy, Dungannon for taking on the job of judge for both ponies & horses, [...]
The annual summer showjumping league is planned for Wednesdays 19th & 26th June & Wednesday 3rd July with the final being on Wednesday 10th July at Ecclesville; commencing at 7pm with the 60cm class followed by 70cm, 80cm, 90cm & 1 metre. The metre class includes a timed jump off round for those wishing to [...]
A fun day was had by one and all when they hopped along to the Laurel View Easter Show on the 7th April. Easter treats were in plentiful supply and so was the fun at this annual event, from little jumps for those with altitude issues, to accumulators and relays, not forgetting the obstacle course. [...]
HORSE Sport Ireland has announced a new Under 25 Eventing High Performance programme. The U25 programme is a long term talent development programme aimed at supporting and developing riders and horses demonstrating talent and potential in Three Day Eventing. The U25 squad will be managed by Young Rider High Performance Manager Sally Corscadden, with coaching [...]
Since the beginning of our journey I’ve wanted to write Clyde’s story but until now I wasn’t sure how. Finally after three months and countless explanations I’m ready to share with the world the love story of Clyde and Olivia. Choosing the horses for our Journey was an excruciating task. We had coordinated with a [...]
10 NATIONS REPRESENTED AT TATTS 2013 The 2013 Tattersalls International Horse Trials & Country Fair in association with Horse Sport Ireland was launched today. This year’s event sees competitors representing ten different nations from as far as Japan, Australia, New Zealand, USA and Canada as well at the usually strong home representation. A host of [...]
The final of Knockagh View Equestrian centres dressage league had once again a lovely day and competitors were delighted with the beautiful rosettes and trophies. Knockagh View Equestrian centre is holding another all Silver dressage day with trophies on Sunday 26th May with classes once again from Intro to Elementary. For more details check out [...]
Kernan Equestrian Centre, Mini Grand Prix Horse Show, Bank Holiday Monday 6th May 2013 The show jumping action continued at Kernan Equestrian Centre on Bank Holiday Monday 6th May .. They ran one of their popular Mini Grand Prix Horse Shows which was held outdoors in welcome dry weather.. All competitions were run as two phase except [...]
Sunday 21st April saw the first round of the Jump Challenge League take place at Mill Yard Equestrian Centre, Anahilt, Hillsborough. A combination of showjumping, working hunter and portable cross country fences provided a challenging course that everyone rode very well. We would like to thank everyone who supported the event and also to Equestrian News [...]
The derby final at KnockaghView Equestrian Centre was hotly contested with a huge £800 prize fund up for grabs. The course designed by Alistair Megahey was once again fantastic with a few questions being asked of horse and rider. On Sunday 12th May Knockagh View Equestrian Centre is holding a derby in thier outdoor arena [...]
Latest blog from Karen Hardy, our favourite cowgirl on her trip across Europe with her daughter on horseback to raise awareness to the plight of horses worldwide, also known as ’Journey Europe’ I’m writing todays post sitting in a lounge chair under a magnolia tree with my bare feet soaking I the warm rays of the sun [...]
At the first day of this new SJI Horse league competitors and horses turned out to jump a course of fences designed to bring on the younger horse and encourage the more mature horse to build on their potential. To qualify for the final on Thursday 30th May competitors must attend two league dates. The [...]
The training shows at Connell Hill are ideal for bringing on the young athletes of tomorrow and also the more mature athletes who enjoy this most divine sport. Two up and coming young stars are Oliver Doherty on ‘Bella’ and Chloe Connon on ‘Tony’ as they jumped clear rounds in the 50 cm class with [...]
The Kane Family of Portmore Equestrian Centre hosted a very successful Two Day Show last weekend. The show incorporated the first leg of the Ulster Region 1m and 1.10m Leagues as well as the 1.30(S) Grand Prix. The standard of jumping across the board was very high and the courses designed and built by Ray [...]
Balmoral Thursday Showing Results
Yearlings 21 COLT or GELDING, foaled in 2016, thoroughbred and non thoroughbred, entered in their respective stud book, likely to make a high class performer. Prize Cat. No Cat. Name Details 1st 53 Gibson, Mr Desmond ROLEX 2nd 60 O Gorman, Mr Kieran MURPHY 2 3rd 58 Martin, Mrs Pat CLOVER CHOICE 4th 55 Kirkpatrick, Mrs [...]
Balmoral Results Wednesday 10th May 2017
28 MARE or GELDING, 4 years old, capable of carrying over 14st [89kg]. Prize Cat. No Cat. Name Details 1st 137 Tierney Mrs Daphne BLOOMFIELD BADGER 2nd 134 McElligott, Richard F PUSHKIN 3rd 136 Rothwell, Mr. Derry GREENHALL HUNTSMAN 4th 139 Williams, Mr Ian MARLFIELD 5th 138 Wallace, Mr Trevor APPLE JACK 29 MARE or GELDING, 4 [...]
Knotts Bakery Sponsor Young Event Horse Championship
The RUAS are delighted to announce that Knotts Bakery is continuing their sponsorship of the Young Event Horse Championship at Balmoral Show 2017. There will be four year old and five year old classes which aim to identify high calibre horses bred in Ireland with the potential to become top class eventers. The Knotts Bakery [...]
RUAS Launch Four Day Balmoral Show
The Royal Ulster Agricultural Society (RUAS) today launched the 149th Balmoral Show in partnership with Ulster Bank. This year’s Show will provide an exciting mix of food, farming excellence and showmanship alongside an exhilarating entertainment schedule from 10th – 13th May 2017. With many new additions to the Show, news of a fourth day is proving the most [...]
Dublin Horse Show Officially Launched
Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Shane Ross TD officially launched the Dublin Horse Show today June 15th at the RDS, Dublin. The participation of many Rio-bound gold medal hopefuls at this year’s Dublin Horse Show means a change from the traditional August dates to July 20-24 for this summer institution. Despite the earlier date, [...]
