Prelim 1 win for Simon Wylie and Schumi – Photo by Equi-Tog

Walk, trot and canter into the Laurel View Winter Dressage League

A beautiful autumnal day welcomed the dressage competitors to Laurel View on the 4^th October for the start of the Winter League.

As ever healthy competitive spirit was present in abundance and the walk trot class judged by Emma Hobson was no exception to this. Dan and Daline Hamilton topped her class with Archie and Samantha Hamilton only a point or two behind.

Ivor Harper watched riders step out Prelim 1 and his judging deemed Simon Wylie and Schumi to be number 1 on the day, with Alison Matthews and Tadhg getting the blue rosette here.

Ivor was also tasked with assessing the competitors in class 3, putting their best foot forward in the Prelim 4 test. A red ribbon went home with a very pleased Diane Jones and JJ, while Sophie Winn and Wizard of Oz were delighted to receive the blue one in such a strong class.

David Patterson was the man with the coldest seat while he was in the hot spot as judge for the classes outdoors! Daryl McKinney and Ballylin Ben scored highest riding Prelim 13 while Tara Murphy and Tick It took the second place position.

Daline Hamilton on Dan win the walk trot class – Photo by Equi-Tog

In the Novice class David’s judging placed Ballylin Ben and Darryl McKinney first again, with Beechmount Baxter and Linda McIlwaine runner up this time round.

Last class of the day for David was the Open class and here the red ribbon was earned by Penny Murphy and Tick It for their Elementary test. Furisto Seven for a Secret and Jill Hobson also riding the Elementary test took home the runners up ribbon.

A splendid day of dressage captured by the Equi-Tog photographer and Laurel View look forward to more of the same at the second leg of the Winter Dressage League on Sunday 15^th November. To enter or enquire email laurelview01@btinternet.com

Results

Winter Dressage League (1 of 6)

4.10.15

Class 1 – PC D Level

Judge – Emma Hobson

1^st Dan, Daline Hamilton, 78.46; 2^nd Archie, Samantha Hamilton, 76.15; 3^rd Cnocmor Loach Dubh, Helen Meldrum, 75.00; 4^th Ellie May, Judith Watt, 72.31; 5^th Tifftarney PJ Gold, Wendy Forsythe, 71.92; 6^th Jimmy Choo, Roberta Bradbury, 71.15.

Class 2 – Prelim 1

Judge – Ivor Harper

1^st Schumi, Simon Wylie, 67.37; 2^nd Tadhg, Allison Matthews, 67.11; 3^rd Archie, Fiona McRobert, 66.32; 4^th Tess, Fiona McRobert, 66.32; 5^th Laurel View Bella, Diane Sefton, 65.53; 6^th tie Lark, Rebecca Loney and Tifftarney PJ Gold, Wendy Forsythe, 64.74.

Class 3 – Prelim 4

Judge – Ivor Harper

1^st JJ, Diane Jones, 71.36; 2^nd Wizard of Oz, Sophie Winn, 69.77; 3^rd Laurel View Bella, Diane Sefton, 66.14; 4^th My Toy Boy, Jacqui Lewis, 66.14; 5^th Laurel View Pippa, Sarah Saied, 66.14; 6^th Lisbane Flame, Amanda Speers, 64.77.

Class 4 – Prelim 13

Judge – David Patterson

1^st Ballylin Ben, Daryl McKinney, 67.71; 2^nd Tick It, Tara Murphy, 67.08; 3^rd Ringfort Caruso, Rachael Connell, 66.67; 4^th Wizard of Oz, Sophie Winn, 62.92; 5^th Decky, Jayne Woodward, 61.04; 6^th Lisbane Flame, Amanda Speers, 60.21.

Class 5 – Novice 28

Judge – David Patterson

1^st Ballylin Ben, Daryl McKinney, 67.92; 2^nd Beechmount Baxter, Linda McIlwaine, 67.92; 3^rd Decky, Jayne Woodward, 63.13; 4^th William, Shelley McFarlane, 62.08.

Class 6 – Open

Judge – David Patterson

1^st Tick It (Elem), Penny Murphy, 67.58; 2^nd Furisto Seven for a Secret (Elem), Jill Hobson, 65.00; 3^rd Ardenza Gem (Adv Med), Elaine Morrow, 64.41; 4^th Beechmount Baxter (Nov), Linda McIlwaine, 63.45.

Competing in Class 2 – Bree Rutledge on Jewel

Saturday 24^th October saw the Dressage For All Autumn League finishing at Mill Yard Equestrian Centre, Anahilt, Hillsborough.

Thanks to everyone who supported the events, to Judge Ivor Harper (and scribe), Caroline from Caroline Grimshaw Photography for covering the event and also to RTD Crawford Ltd Haylage for their very generous sponsorship of the Autumn Dressage For All League!

Events continue at Mill Yard with Halloween Showjumping on Saturday 31^st October and Working Hunter on Saturdays 14^th, 21^st and 28^th November.
For more information checkout www.mill-yard.co.uk or contact Lucy at lucy@mill-yard.co.uk or 07790625794

Winner of Class 2 League – Ruth Curran on Mr Darcey

Dressage For All Autumn League

Saturday 24^th October 2015

Class 1 – Interdressage F

1^st – Kate Russell on Toffee Boy

2^nd – Lisa Doherty on Toffee Boy

3^rd – Claire Killen on Danny

4^th – Eloise Rosenfeld on Moppity

5^th – Una Megoran on Sally

6^th – Ryan Truesdale on Buddy

Class 2 – DI. Prelim. 15

Winner of Class 3 League – Shelley McFarlane on William

1^st – Ruth Curran on Mr Darcey

2^nd – Mandy Blakely on Pleasant Surprise

3^rd – Beth Cunningham on Dream Debut

4^th – Janinne Thompson on Lily

5^th – Hannah Blakely on Ruby

6^th – Andrew Logan on Casper

Class 3 – BD. Nov 30

1^st – Sophie Williams on Ollie

2^nd – Shelley McFarlane on William

3^rd – Pamela Fox on Bonnie Sir Edward

Winner of Class 3 – Sophie Williams on Ollie

Dressage For All Autumn League 2015

Class 1 –

1^st – Kate Russell on Toffee Boy

2^nd – Lisa Doherty on Toffee Boy

3^rd – Claire Killen on Danny

4^th – Una Megoran on Sally
5^th – Ryan Truesdale on Buddy

6^th – Pamela Gilbert on Pete

Class 2 –

1^st – Ruth Curran on Mr Darcey

2^nd – Mandy Blakely on Pleasant Surprise

3^rd – Beth Cunningham on Dream Debut

4^th – Janinne Thompson on Lily

5^th – Andrew Logan on Casper

6^th – Zena Martin on Inishcara

Class 3 –

1^st – Shelley McFarlane on William

2^nd – Pamela Fox on Bonnie Sir Edward

Delighted walk/trot winner Natasha Lowry with show organiser Katie Watt

It has become the Laurel View custom to turn over a show to charity each year, in 2015, the charity to benefit on 24^th May was Childreach International. Laurel View chose to support the work of this charity as Laurel View team member Katie Watt is participating a project with them later this summer.

Penny Murphy and Tick – It take first place in the Novice class – Photo by Equi-Tog

Aside from the charity, prize winning competitors benefitted considerably from the prizes supplied by the shows sponsors.

Natasha Lowry and Laurel View Jonathan were astounded to hear they had won the walk/trot class judged by Amy Neill, just a collection point or so ahead of Truly and Jackie Hanna.

Just Jake and Holly Reilly were pleased as punch to come top of the newcomers class. Second to them as judged by Laurel Faloona was Debbie McAlister and Inch by Inch.

A win for William and Shelley McFarlane in Prelim 7 – Photo by Equi-Tog

Ivor Harper judged Prelim 7 and found William and Shelley McFarlane to be top of the large class, just ahead of Claire Robinson and Magic.

Emma Andrews placed Limelight Lexington and Lynsey Craig in the limelight for Class 4. In this class the blue ribbon went to Brad and Joanne McSeveney.

Newcomers first place for Holly Reilly and Just Jake – Photo by Equi-Tog

Emma also judged Novice 24 and awarded first place to Penny Murphy on Tick-It, with the blue ribbon this time for Lynsey Craig and Limelight Lexington.

The Open Class gave judge Joan Adrain plenty of variety to assess, but when the scores were totted up first went to Kilminchy Condor and Lucca Stubington for their Novice test, with Penny Murphy and Tick-Its earning a high scoring second.

Last judging task of the day was also left to Joan Adrain, the Dressage to Music class which had also attracted a good number of entries. A very supportive crowd looked on while the class took place and seemed to concur with the judges conclusions when Margie Mac and Erin Faloona were named winners and Kirsty Marsden and Loughmourne Diamond the very worthy runners up.

As always the Equi-Tog photographer was kept very busy trying to capture competitors at their best, to see if they got your best angle email them at info@equi-tog.com

Kilminchy Condor and Lucca Stubington step into first in the Open – Photo by Equi-Tog

Thanks to all the competitors for coming along and making the work of the Laurel View team worthwhile. Gratitude also has been expressed to all the judges and scribes for giving their time so generously.

Show organiser Katie Watt and more importantly the prize winners would like to say a massive thank you to sponsors Bluegrass, Botanica, Equi-Tog, NAF and Old Mill for their generous support and fabulous prizes making winning the competition much more worthwhile.

No special prizes at the next leg in the Summer Dressage League, but hopefully it will be equally well supported on Sunday 21^st June. Full schedule and entry details are available at www.laurelview.co.uk or just call the office on 028 9083 0649.

Results

Margie Mac and Erin Faloonas musical test hits the right note – Photo by Equi-Tog

Summer Dressage League (1 of 5)

24.5.15

Class 1 – PC D Level (walk/trot)

Judge – Amy Neill

1^st Laurel View Jonathan, Natasha Lowry, 77.69; 2^nd Truly, Jackie Hanna, 77.69; 3^rd Schumi, Simon Wylie, 76.54; 4^th Marty, Louise Delaney, 75.77; 5^th Rock Steady Teddy, Gerri Harron Andrews, 75.00; 6^th Laurel View Tyson, Niamh Sloan, 72.31.

Class 2 – PC C Level (Newcomers)

Judge – Laurel Faloona

1^st Just Jake, Holly Reilly, 73.00; 2^nd Inch by Inch, Debbie McAlister, 68.00; 3^rd Braeview Cassius, Corinne Robb, 66.67; 4^th Laurel View Silver, Kate Spence, 65.67; 5^th Fifi Tomiro, Claire O’Neill, 57.00; 6^th Sweet Oreo, Jen McIlrath, 54.67.

Class 3 – Prelim 7, Judge – Ivor Harper

1^st William, Shelley McFarlane, 73.75; 2^nd Magic, Claire Robinson, 72.25; 3^rd Hanson, Joan Adrain, 72.25; 4^th Aughaloor, Chloe Hope, 70.25; 5^th Brad, Joanne McSeveney, 70.00; 6^th Leitrim Native K, Mandy Mackey, 67.75.

Class 4 – Prelim 13, Judge – Emma Andrews

1^st Limelight Lexington, Lynsey Craig, 78.96; 2^nd Brad, Joanne McSeveney, 77.92; 3^rd Tawnybrack Indiana, Kristine Lynch, 71.46; 4^th Hanson, Joan Adrain, 70.83; 5^th Riskit Rebel, Amy Neill, 66.46; 6^th Magic, Claire Robinson, 65.00.

Class 5 – Novice 24, Judge – Emma Andrews

1^st Tick-It, Penny Murphy, 79.04; 2^nd Limelight Lexington, Lynsey Craig, 78.85; 3^rd Furisto Seven for a Secret, Jill Hobson, 76.54; 4^th Emerald, Elaine Williams, 74.81; 5^th Margie Mac, Erin Faloona, 74.42; 6^th Beechmount Baxter, Linda McIlwaine, 74.42.

Class 6 – Open, Judge – Joan Adrain

1^st Kilminchy Condor (Novice), Lucca Stubington, 74.83; 2^nd Tick-It (Novice), Penny Murphy, 74.14; 3^rd Loughmourne Diamond (Novice), Kirsty Marsden, 67.24; 4^th The Elf (Elem), Emma Andrews, 67.10; 5^th Oliver Hardy (Novice), Martina McKinley, 66.21;

6^th Beechmount Baxter (Novice), Linda McIlwaine, 64.14.

Dressage to Music, Judge – Joan Adrain

1^st Margie Mac, Erin Faloona, 74.47; 2^nd Loughmourne Diamond, Kirsty Marsden, 62.37; 3^rd Annagh’s Prince, Katie McDonnell, 58.95; 4^th JJ, Diane Jones, 58.42; 5^th Schumi, Simon Wylie, 57.11; 6^th Delilah, Karen Brown, 51.32.

League Results
1st Libby Anderson, Beachmount Cherokee
2nd Elaine Leinster, Greystone Golden Lady
3rd Lauren Finn, Meering Samphire
4th Sarah Davis, Rollin Robin
5th Joanne Milne, Xsara

Class 2 – Prelim 7
1st Leeann Radcliffe, Inca
2nd Sarah Davis, Rollin Robin
3rd Aimee Maxwell, Romeo
4th Mimi Joffroy, Soffie Robin
5th Lexi Spackman, Dalways lucky clover
6th Lauren Wasson, Heather’s Boy

League Results
1st Zoe Bell, Heffrons half pint
2nd Aimee Maxwell, Romeo
3rd Sarah Davis, Rollin Robin
=4th Jessica Hedgley, Summer Storm
=4th Lauren Wasson, Heathers Boy

Class 3 – Prelim 14
1st Linda McIlwaine, Beechmount Baxter
2nd Lexi Spackman, Dalways Lucky Clover
3rd Zoe Bell, Heffrons half pint
4th Jessica Hedgley, Summer Storm
5th Aimee Maxwell, Romeo
6th Jennifer White, Paris to Berlin

League Result
1st Linda McIlwaine, Beechmount Baxter
2nd Zoe Bell, Heffrons half pint
3rd Jessica Hedgley, Summer Storm
4th Aimee Maxwell, Romeo

Class 4 – Novice 28
1st Linda McIlwaine, Beechmount Baxter
2nd Lucy Telford, A day on the dub

League Results
1st Linda McIlwaine, Beechmount Baxter
2nd Lucy Telford, A day on the dub

Class 5 – Elementary 50
1st Martina McKinley, Oliver Hardy
2nd Joanne Maybin, Xsara

League Results
1st Joanne Maybin, Xsara

Competing in Class 1 – Lisa Wheeler on Greevela Button Moon Photo AP Photography

Saturday 14^th February saw the Dressage For All Spring League, continue at Mill Yard Equestrian Centre, Anahilt, Hillsborough.

With classes ranging from Intro (walk/trot only) to Preliminary and Novice there was something for everyone.

Thanks to everyone who supported the event, to Judge Ivor Harper (and scribe) and also thanks to A.P. Photography for covering the event.

Competing in Class 2 – Victoria Fox on Lislaird Joni Photo AP Photography

Events continue at Mill Yard with a Working Hunter For All Spring League on Saturdays 7^th, 14^th and 21^st March, classes start from X-poles and up to 95cm and all classes are open to horses, ponies, adults and kids.
For more information checkout www.mill-yard.co.uk or contact Lucy at lucy@mill-yard.co.uk or 07790625794

Competing in Class 2 – Jenny Nixon on Jake Photo AP Photography

Dressage For All Spring League

Saturday 14^th February 2015

Class 1 – Pony Club D

1^st – Pamela Fox on Bonnie Foxy Lady

2^nd – Kristina Hayes on Ruby

3^rd – Zena Martin on Inishcara
4^th – Lindsey Kirk on Locomotion Lady

5^th – Lisa Wheeler on Greevela Button Moon

6^th – Pauline Faloon on Elvis

Competing in Class 2 – Sharon Cowan on Calin King Photo AP Photography

Class 2 – BD Prelim. 18

1^st – Mandy Blakely on Pleasant Surprise

2^nd – Ruth Currie on Darcy

3^rd – Claire Liddle on Frenchfort Jackson

4^th – Susie Kinley on Tippy

5^th – Victoria Fox on Lislaird Joni

6^th – Gemma Rodgers on Laraghlease Diamond

Class 3 – BD Nov 27

Winner of Class 3 – Karina McVeigh on Midnight Reflection Photo AP Photography

1^st – Karina McVeigh on Midnight Reflection

Jewel and Bree Rutledge step out in Prelim 4

Dressage competitors should be greatly commended for their dedication turning out in strength for competition at Laurel View even on a most bleak winter’s day like the 11^th January.

Rab and Sarah Saied are looking pleased with their finish

The judges and scribes should be praised also for managing to keep going despite the dismal conditions, it’s wonderful how motivational a cup or two of Robert’s soup can prove to be. This recipe helps to keep the Laurel View team running too.

Ivor Harper had two classes to judge in the relative warmth of the smaller indoor.  Diane Jones and JJ earned themselves another red rosette for riding BD Intro A in Class 1, while Ballyrock Harvey and Lisa Stewart were only a shade behind in an equally superb test.

“William” and Shelley McFarlane ride into first place of Class 3

Laurel View Rab and Sarah Saied impressed him most in the Newcomers class, with Zena Martin and Inishcara justifiably pleased with their blue rosette for Prelim 4.

Diane Jones and “JJ” come out on top of the walk trot test

Lynsey Craig was in the judge’s seat for Class 3 competitors riding Prelim 12. Her top spot went to Shelley McFarlane and William, with Nicola Dunseith and Amber not quite getting the red.

Judge for Class 4 and the Prelim 18 test was Emma Andrews, her namesake Emma Hobson and Rolando took the red ribbon, while Leah Knight’s test on Ollie earned them the blue.

Nicola Dunseith and Amber take 2nd in Class 3

Geraldine Lowry was set up for a busy afternoon, first she accepted the task of judging the Novice class, with Joanne Jarden and Drunken Relation ending up the clear winners, with Margie Mac and Erin Faloona taking second with another excellent test ridden.

After the Novice class Geraldine Lowry donned her riding gear and warmed up Ringfort Nimmerdino to go on to win both 1^st and 2^nd in the Open class, judged by Angelene Nicholson, definitely a good day at the office for Geraldine.

The Equi-Tog photographer was clicking away mainly in the indoor arena at this competition due to the poor natural light outside, to see photos recorded email info@equi-tog.com

The February dressage competition is on the calendar for the 8^th February with the March date to note being the 29^th. Check out the full schedule at www.laurelview.co.uk

Results

Winter Dressage League (3 of 6)

11.1.15

Class 1 – BD Intro A (walk/trot)

Judge – Ivor Harper

1^st JJ, Diane Jones, 75.22; 2^nd Ballyrock Harvey, Lisa Stewart, 75.00; 3^rd Ballinarry Pepsi Lee, Katherine Barnes, 72.17; 4^th Marley, Louise Delaney, 70.43; 5^th The Accountant, Judith Hughes, 69.35; 6^th Laurel View Guinness, Katy Clarke, 68.04.

Class 2 – Prelim 4 (Newcomers)

Judge – Ivor Harper

1^st Laurel View Rab, Sarah Saied, 69.09; 2^nd Inishcara, Zena Martin, 65.45; 3^rd Jewel, Bree Rutledge, 64.09; 4^th tie Maverick, Louise Spence and Holly, Molly Taylor, 63.41; 6^th Cherry, Kirsten Patterson, 63.18.

Class 3 – Prelim 12

Judge – Lynsey Craig

1^st William, Shelley McFarlane, 74.80; 2^nd Amber, Nicola Dunseith, 74.40; 3^rd Inishcara, Leah Knight, 74.00; 4^th Ballylin Ben, Darryl McKinney, 73.80; 5^th Rolando, Emma Hobson, 73.00; 6^th Ollie, Leah Knight, 71.60.

Class 4 – Prelim 18

Judge – Emma Andrews

1^st Rolando, Emma Hobson, 81.04; 2^nd Ollie, Leah Knight, 78.33; 3^rd Beechmount Baxter, Linda McIlwaine, 77.50; 4^th Margie Mac, Erin Faloona, 76.67; 5^th Amber, Nicola Dunseith, 75.63; 6^th Gibbs, Leah Knight, 74.79.

Class 5 – Novice 24

Judge – Geraldine Lowry

1^st Drunken Relation, Joanne Jarden, 85.58; 2^nd Margie Mac, Erin Faloona, 80.77; 3^rd Roger, Erin Faloona, 78.08; 4^th Carter, Helen Faulkner, 77.50; 5^th SBT Upmarket, Joanne Jarden, 76.92; 6^th Gibbs, Leah Knight, 76.15.

Class 6 – Open

Judge – Angelene Nicholson

1^st Ringfort Nimmerdino (Para Nov), Geraldine Lowry, 73.18; 2^nd Ringfort Nimmerdino (Para Team), Geraldine Lowry, 71.85; 3^rd Drunken Relation (Nov), Joanne Jarden, 70.38; 4^th Derryvane Danny (Nov), Helen Faulkner, 69.62; 5^th MJI Wendy (Elem), Joanne Jarden, 64.60.

Veronica Ham on Sam

Sunday 2nd November 2014 saw the final of the Autumn Dressage League at Ardnacashel Equestrian Comber.  This year our dressage league was very kindly sponsored by “The Nifty Poo Picker” www.niftypoopicker.com. The competition was hotly contested and it was noted the great improvement in both riders and their steeds as the league progressed.  Well done to all our competitors!

Novice Class:
1st Elaine Gardner on Sam
2nd Claire Forsythe on Sky Shadow
3rd Jackie Reid on Ronaldo

Intro Class - Juniors
1st Chloe Martin on Clonteen Toffee
2nd Lachlan Henry on Rusty
3rd Sarah Glover on JJ

Veronica Ham on Sam

Intro Class  – Seniors
1st Elaine Sterling on Georgie
2nd Heather Telford on A Day on the Dub
3rd Harriett Hogan on Miss Understood

Class 3 – Prelim Class
1st Veronica Ham on Sam
2nd Sharon McGimpsey on Knockaraha Gypsy
3rd Audrey Smyth on Mr Sox
4th Jackie Reid on Ronaldo

Lucy Telford on A Day on the Dub

Class 2b – Prelim Class
1st Sharon McGimpsey on Knockaraha Gypsy
2nd Janice Reddy riding Marie Clare Bradley’s No Shenanigans
3rd Jenny Adams on Tia
4th Sinead Duggan on Harry

Sharon McGimpsey on Knockaraha Gypsy

Newcomers Class
1st Lauren Ferguson on Sherbert Dip
2nd Mandy Blakely on Spritz
3rd Louise McMinn on Bravo
4th Gail Smyth on Bruno

Winning performance for Wizard of Oz and Sophie Winn Photo Equi-tog

The Laurel View Winter Dressage League got off to an excellent start on Sunday 12^th October, for Jenny Beggs in particular when she took home not one but two rosettes in the Newcomers class.

JJ and Diane Jones were in top form when Laurel Faloonas scoring placed them top of the walk trot class. Chelsea Topping and Oliver Twist weren’t far behind in second place.

Newcomers rode in front of Amy Neill and it was in this class that Jenny Beggs secured both first and second place with Guinness and Mags respectively, definitely a good day at the office for Jenny.

Darryl McKinney and Ballylin Ben tops Prelim 4 Photo Equi-Tog

Darryl McKinney on Ballylin Ben caught the eye of Judge Martina McKinley riding the Prelim 4 test, with Shauna O’Connell and Hollymeadow Star securing second place honours.

Sophie Winn and Wizard of Oz scored a magic 80.42 for their Prelim 13 test judged by Lucy Webb.  In this class Ballylin Ben and Darryl McKinney took home the blue rosette.

Lucy Webb was still in the judges chair for Class 5 competitors riding Novice 28, top of the class was awarded to Leah Knight and Milo. Erin Faloona riding Margie Mac and Linda McIlwaine with Beechmount Baxter couldn’t be separated tying for second.

Guinness is good for Jenny Beggs Photo Equi-Tog

Onto the Open class and Angelene Nicholson took the judges position.  Her red rosette was awarded to Penny Murphy and Tick It for their Novice test, while Geraldine Lowry’s Para Team test on Ringfort Nimmerdino earned them the second place spot.

Another super day of dressage at Laurel View, made possible by a great team of judges, scribes, staff and helpers, but it would all be pointless without the competitors who come from near and far to make it all worthwhile. Competitors can check out how good they looked by emailing info@equi-tog.com

The next leg takes place on Sunday 9^th November with classes to suit all as usual which can be viewed at www.laurelview.co.uk entries open up to noon on Thursday 6^th November.

JJ and Diane Jones best foot forward in the walk/trot Photo Equi-Tog

Results

Winter Dressage League (1 of 6)

12.10.14

Class 1 – PC D Level (Newcomers)

Judge – Laurel Faloona

1^st JJ, Diane Jones, 78.85; 2^nd Oliver Twist, Chelsea Topping, 76.92; 3^rd Laurel View Johnny, Diane Sefton, 74.62; 4^th  tie Laurel View Cherry, Kate Spence and Schumi, Simon Wylie, 68.46; 6^th , The Accountant, Judith Hughes, 64.62.

Penny Murphy and Tick-It top of the Open class Photo Equi-Tog

Class 2 – PC C Level (Newcomers)

Judge – Amy Neill

1^st Guinness, Jenny Beggs, 73.33; 2^nd Mags, Jenny Beggs, 72.67; 3^rd Jeannie, Angela Hutchinson, 71.00; 4^th Innisfree, Dee Jennison, 71.00; 5^th Laurel View Rab, Sarah Saied, 70.33; 6^th Jewel, Bree Rutledge, 68.00.

Class 3 – Prelim 4

Judge – Martina McKinley

1^st Ballylin Ben, Darryl McKinney, 72.73; 2^nd Hollymeadow Star, Shauna O’Connell, 69.77; 3^rd Silly Sally, Katie McDonnell, 67.27; 4^th Easter, Claire Bennett, 67.05; 5^th Tilly, Gillian Orr, 66.36; 6^th Little Miss May, Lucy Toombs, 66.36.

Class 4 – Prelim 13

Judge – Lucy Webb

1^st Wizard of Oz, Sophie Winn, 80.42; 2^nd Ballylin Ben, Darryl McKinney, 74.17; 3^rd Beechmount Baxter, Linda McIlwaine, 74.17; 4^th Milo, Leah Knight, 72.92; 5^th Margie Mac, Erin Faloona, 68.75; 6^th Comets Pride, Helen Hoffin, 68.75.

Class 5 – Novice 28

Judge – Lucy Webb

1^st Milo, Leah Knight, 72.50; 2^nd tie Margie Mac, Erin Faloona and Beechmount Baxter, Linda McIlwaine, 71.67; 4^th Monty, Debbie Cherry, 69.58; 5^th Tick It, Penny Murphy, 67.92; 6^th The Castletown Lad, Miriam Wright, 65.42.

Class 6 – Open

Judge – Angelene Nicholson

1^st Tick It (Nov), Penny Murphy, 76.90; 2^nd Ringfort Nimmerdino (Para Team), Geraldine Lowry, 69.88; 3^rd Monty (Elem), Debbie Cherry, 67.42; 4^th Ringfort Nimmerdino (Para Ind), Geraldine Lowry, 65.00.

Novice class winners Amy Neill on Wills

The 13^th July proved to be a lovely day for the third leg of the Laurel View Summer Dressage League, with entries from the extremities of Ulster.

After Ivor Harpers Intro B Test results were announced, to say that Diane Jones was delighted would be an understatement when she and JJ won first place in their first dressage test together. Jill Hobson surprised herself when she and Fifi earned second having only ridden Fifi a couple of times before the test.

Lynsey Craig deemed Caroline Chambers on Villa’s Dream to be the top newcomers test. The reserve position went to Lauren Hill on Ajay. The test to test the newcomers was Prelim 7.

Prelim 13 was judged by Claire Sedgeman and when the scores were added up it was Jennifer McCann and Oakhill Charm that was in the number 1 spot.  Darryl McKinney and Ballylin Ben weren’t very far behind in second place.

Top of Class 4 for Shelley McFarland and “William”

Will McAuley had the task of judging the very strong Prelim 18 class and topping the scoreboard was Shelley McFarlane on William.  Jennifer McCann and Oakhill Charm picked up the runners up rosette for this class.

Novice 30 was judged by Yvette Truesdale and her number one test was awarded to Amy Neill and Wills, with Erin Faloona and Supreme Judge a very worthy second.

Yvette kept the judges chair for the Open Class and had the task of scoring 6 further tests, the class was ultimately won by Martina McKinley and Oliver Hardy riding the Novice test option, with the blue rosette going home with Louise McFarlane on Balora also for their performance of the Novice test.

The Open test rounded up another great day of dressage at Laurel View, with thanks being extended to all concerned.  For those wanting to record their test for posterity email info@equi-tog.com to see how they have captured your performance.

Jennifer McCann picked up a red and blue on “Oakhill Charm”

No doubt time will fly by to the next competition on Sunday 17^th August, don’t miss the chance to enter by noon on Thursday 14^th August, full schedule details are listed on www.laurelview.co.uk

Results

Summer Dressage League (3 of 5)

13.7.14

Class 1 – BD Intro B

Judge – Ivor Harper

1^st JJ, Diane Jones, 72.61; 2^nd Fifi, Jill Hobson, 72.17; 3^rd Dealer, Paddy McCanny, 68.70; 4^th Laurel View Rab, Sarah Saied, 68.26; 5^th Paris, Amy Neill, 68.04; 6^th Apache Dove, Cindy Cunningham, 67.39.

Oliver Hardy and Martina McKinley win the Open Class

Class 2 – Prelim 7 (Newcomers)

Judge – Lynsey Craig

1^st Villa’s Dream, Caroline Chambers, 71.25; 2^nd Ajay, Lauren Hill, 69.75; 3^rd Amazon, Gillian McCann, 68.50; 4^th Hefferons Half Pint, Zoe Bell, 67.75; 5^th Jeannie, Angela Hutchinson, 67.25; 6^th Dealer, Paddy McCanny, 65.75.

Class 3 – Prelim 13

Judge – Claire Sedgeman

1^st Oakhill Charm, Jennifer McCann, 75.83; 2^nd Ballylin Ben, Darryl McKinney, 74.17; 3^rd Wizard of Oz, Sophie Winn, 68.96; 4^th Poppy, Katie Parker, 67.71; 5^th Tawneybrack Indiana, Kristine Lynch, 67.50; 6^th William, Shelley McFarlane, 66.67.

Class 4 – Prelim 18

Judge – Will McAuley

1^st William, Shelley McFarlane, 75.21; 2^nd Oakhill Charm, Jennifer McCann, 73.54; 3^rd Supreme Judge, Erin Faloona, 73.13; 4^th Beechmount Baxter, Linda McIlwaine, 72.71; 5^th Ballylin Ben, Darryl McKinney, 72.50; 6^th Phillip, Katie Wray, 71.46.

Class 5 – Novice 30

Judge – Yvette Truesdale

1^st Wills, Amy Neill, 73.08; 2^nd Supreme Judge, Erin Faloona, 71.15; 3^rd Freullingstrum, Laura King, 68.85; 4^th Waggle Dance, Emma Andrews, 65.38; 5^th Tifftarney Clyde, Wendy Forsythe, 65.00; 6^th Arial, Amy Griffith, 64.62.

Class 6 – Open

Judge – Yvette Truesdale

1^st Oliver Hardy (Nov), Martina McKinley, 74.64; 2^nd Balora (Nov), Louise McFarlane , 71.79; 3^rd Isaac (Med), Allan Dewhurst, 69.41; 4^th Freullingstrum (Elem), Laura King, 68.62; 5^th Zidane  (Adv Med), Lucy Webb, 68.24; 6^th Ringfort Nimmerdino (Para Team), Geraldine Lowry, 67.86.

Open Dressage Champions Caroline Herron, Clantara Midnight Classic

The show committee were delighted to have to opportunity to use the main arena at Balmoral Park , the ground conditions were perfect and the riders enjoyed the chance to ride in this super all weather Grass international arena.
Thank you to the Balmoral Committee for allowing us to use this exciting new venue.

Click here to view all dressage photgraphs from the day. (One album per arena)

This year extra classes were added to encourage beginners, British Dressage Intro A and B which
are designed to introduce the novice horse or rider to dressage .
It was lovely to see These new classes well supported and hopefully encouraged more at this level
to come and have a go next year.

There were also 3 new championship classes for Young riders, at Introductory , Preliminary and
Novice levels . The under 21′s had some of the best scores of the day , with Abigail Carlisle scoring
81.66 % in novice 34 , Sophie Williams getting 79.16 % and Amy Neill and Izzey Riley also scoring
78% in their classes.

Huge Thanks to all our Sponsors , judges and Helpers on the day
Yvette Truesdale, Elaine Waddell, Gerri Harron Andrews, Claire Sedgeman, Lee Mooney, Alex
Cleverdon and emma Andrews

Results

Open Champship Second Rachel Coulter, Gorsehill Maya

Class 1 intro A
Judge Martina Loughrin

1 lisa Neville, Elegant Amiro 70.00%
2 Anita Poole, Magnum 65.00%
3 Caroline Chambers, Villas dream 64.34%
4 N Allan, Krissy 63.69
5 Joan Fox, Black Velvet 62.17%
6 Natasha Cassidy, BJ 61.95%

Class 2 Intro B
Judge Jenny Belton

1 Caroline Chambers, Villas Dream 66.52%
2 Christina Sterling- Berry, Ghost 65.21%
3 N Allan, Krissy 64.78%
4 Amber Lucas, Milo 63.04%
4 Joanna McNamee, 63.04%
5 Joan Fox, Black Velvet 60.00%
6 Natasha Cassidy, BJ 59.56%

Class 9 Intro Championship classes 1&2
Sponsored by Yvette Truesdale, The Dressage yard Scarva

1 Caroline Chambers, Villas Dream
2 N Allan, Krissy
3 Joan Fox, Black Velvet

Class 3 preliminary 12
Judge Claire Sedgeman
1 Izzey Riley , Monarch of the glen 78.20 %
2 Amy Neill, Willis 78.20%
3 Sylvia Henry , Roo Bella 75.80%
4 Janice Campbell , Jack 74.00%
5 Rachel Baxter, Louis Vuitton 73.40%
6 Eugene Milligan, Ballybannon Boy 72.40 %

Class 4 Preliminary 18
Judge Ivor Harpur
1 Janice Campbell, Jack 76.25%
2 Penny Murphy , Tick it 75.20 %
3 Dale Roberts, Bob 75.00%
4 Rachel Baxter, Louis Vuitton 75.00. %
5 Sylvia Henry, Roo Bella 74.16%
6 Izzey Riley, Monarch of the glen 73.75%

Class 11 preliminary Championship classes 3&4
Sponsored by Lee Mooney Farrier

1 Janice Campbell , Jack
2 Sylvia Henry, Roo Bella
3 Rachel Baxter, Louis Vuitton

Class 12 Under 21 Preliminary Championship classes 3&4
Sponsored by Claire Sedgeman Freelance instructor and Gerri Harron-Andrews Artist

1 Izzey Riley, Monarch of the Glen
2 Jazmin Vollands, Mo Chara Nua
2 Amy Neill, Willis
3 Ellen Graham , Eclipse

Class 5 Novice 24
Judge Martina Loughrin

1 Penny Murphy, Tick it 69.80%
2 Sophie Williams, Admirals Voyage 68.84%
3 Rosemary Paterson, Homegrown Rolex 68.84%
4 Abigail Carlisle, Tanino 67.30%
5 Alana Magill, Melten 66.53%
6 Olivia Pele, Moreno VIII 66.34%

Class 6 Novice 34
Judge Jenny Belton

1 Abigail Carlisle, Tanino 81.66%
2 Sophie Williams, Admirals Voyage 79.16%
3 Alana Magill, Melten 77.08%
4 Rosemary Paterson, Homegrown Rolex 77.08%
5 Joanne Gordon, Amerillo 75.83%
6 Lisa Erskine 72.50%

Class 13 Novice Championship classes 5&6
Sponsored by Elaine Waddell, Equissage Red
1 Rosemary Paterson, Homegrown Rolex
2 Alana Magill, Melten
3 Joanne Gordon, Amerillo

Class 14 under 21 novice championship classes 5 & 6
Sponsored by Emma Andrews Textile Artist

1 Abigail Carlisle, Tanino
2 Sophie Williams, Admirals Voyage

Class 7 open
Judges Brenda Cull and Vanda Robinson

1 Caroline Herron, Clantara Midnight Classic 67.40% elem
2 Rachel Coulter, Gorsehill Maya 67.21% med
3 Helen Faulkner, Honey hill mint 67.20% elem
4 Lauren Court, Melten 66.60% elem
5 Louise McFarlane, Balora 65.60% elem
6 Kirsty Marsden, Loughmourne Diamond 63.80% elem

Class 8 open
Judges Brenda Cull and Vanda Robinson

1 Caroline Herron, Clantara Midnight Classic 68.21% elem
2 Rachel Coulter, Gorsehill Maya 64.51% med
3 Kirsty Marsden, Loughmourne Diamond 63.03% elem
4 Lauren Court, Melten 61.42% elem
5 Helen Faulkner, Honey hill mint 61.07% elem
6 Louise McFarlane, Balora 60.71% elem

Class 15 Open Championship classes 7 & 8
Sponsored by Alex Cleverdon Artist and Gerri Harron Andrews

1 Caroline Herron, Clantara Midnight Classic
2 Rachel Coulter, Gorsehill Maya
3 Helen Faulkner, Honey hill Mint

Judith Watt and Jazz just completing their test in class 1 at Knockagh view’s dressage league Photo: AP Photography

The first week of Knockagh View’s Summer dressage league got underway on Sunday and continues on Sunday’s 8th June, 6th July, 10th August with the final on 14th September.  The winner in each class will recieve a beautiful embroidered Rambo Grand Prix show rug.  Chloe Hope started the league off well with a good win in the Intro class, The newcomers class was topped by John McDermott’s clydsedale Millie getting a great score of 71.84% ridden by Alison Lindsay.  Class 3 Prelim 13 was hotly contested with some great tests being ridden but the last competitor of the class Rhonda McIlroy on Shantallow emerged the winners followed very closely with joint 2nd Emma Andrews and Veronica Ham.  Martina McKinley had a great day with a double victory winning the Novice and elementary classes on Oliver Hardy.  For more information on events at Knockagh View visit our website www.knockaghviewec.com or contact Ruth on 07732809188.
Results

Gemma Goodrich and mouse riding a good test in the newcomers class Photo AP Photography

Class 1 – Intro A
1st Chloe Hope, Topcat
2nd Ashleigh Devitt, Parker
3rd Ciara White, Stephen Sunn
4th Gemma Goodrich, Mouse
5th Caroline Chambers, Villa’s Dream
6th Ian Gault, Mull on the road

Class 2 – Newcomers Prelim 1
1st Alison Lindsay, Millie
2nd Gemma Goodrich, Mouse
3rd Ian Gault, Mull on the road
4th Ashley Hall, In the loop
5th Julie Reid, Mr Chester
6th Sandra Murray, Sweeney

Laura McDermott riding John mcdermott’s Clydesdale poppy in the newcomers class

Class 3 – Prelim 13
1st Rhonda McIlroy, Shantallow
= 2nd Veronica Ham, Sam
= 2nd Emma Andrews, Waggledance
4th Linda McIlwaine, Beechmount Baxter
5th Michelle Strange, Have the courage
6th Nadine McClelland, Lucey

Class 4 – Novice 24
1st Martina McKinley, Oliver Hardy
2nd Helen Faulkner, Danny
3rd Emma Andrews, Waggledance
4th Wendy Forsythe, Tifftarney Clyde
5th Helen Faulkner, Polo
6th Michelle Strange, Have the courage

Class 5 – Elementary 42
1st Martina McKinley, Oliver Hardy
2nd Alison Crothers, keko
3rd Helen Faulkner, Polo
4th Wendy Forsythe, Tiftarney Clyde

Freullingsstrum and Laura King step into first in Class 5

There was a long list of winners at the Laurel View Winter Dressage League final on 30^th March, but it was Barney and Christine Smyth that earned the biggest cheer when they won both the Newcomers and Riding School Competitions.

First and second was on the cards for Santiago Guieirrez in Class 1 riding BD Intro B on Alfie and Billy respectively, the judge in the chair for this class was Martina McKinley.

Alfie and Santiago Gutierrex were also top of the Class 1 league, with the wonderfully named No Shenanigans and Marian Millar coming second in the league.

Ivor Harper scored Gillian McCann and Amazon top of the Newcomers class, while Little Miss May and Lucy Toombs were just behind in second.

“Tick It” and Penny Murphy top of League Class 3

The Newcomers league class was won by Christine Smyth riding Laurel View Barney with Gem and Bree Rutledge taking home the big frilly blue rosette.

First on the day in Class 3 riding Prelim 18 under Ivor Harpers watchful eye was Penny Murphy and Tick It. Second was taken home by Ludovik K and Emma Hobson.

Tick It and Tilly were the top two in the Class 3 league with Penny Murphy and Gillian Orr the respective riders.

David Patterson placed Milo and Leah Knight first in Class 4 for riding Prelim 19, second was received by MJI Invinsible, Joanne Jarden.

Santiago Gutierrex and Alfie walk and trot in to 1st place

Top league prize for Class 4 was claimed by MJI Invinsible and Joanne Jarden, with Beechmount Baxter and Linda McIlwaine securing second place.

Novice 23 winner in Class 5 also judged by David Patterson was Red Ruby Rouge ridden by Joanne Jarden, with the very hard to pronounce Freuhllingstrum and Laura King second in line.

Top of the Novice league were Freullingsstrum and Laura King, with a league second for Silly Sally and Katie Watt.

Open and last class of the day for David Patterson as Judge, saw the red rosette going to Allan Dewhurst and Isaac for their Elementary test. The second slot was filled by Tifftarney Clyde and Wendy Forsythe riding the Novice test.

Kirsty Marsden and Loughmourne Diamond  were ecstatic to win the league riding their Elementary tests. Second was taken home by Joanne Jarden and MJI Wendy also for riding the Elementary test choice.

Top of the Riding School honours for “Barney” and Christine Smyth

The Riding School Competition was decided on the best average throughout the league and this was one by Christine Smyth and Barney, with Holly McKeown riding Sparky scoring second best riding school competitor.

The end of a very successful Winter League means that it’s time to look ahead to Summer and the next Dressage League.  The Summer Schedule gets underway on Sunday 25^th May, full details of tests and league dates are posted on www.laurelview.co.uk

These competitions would not be possible without the competitors, judges, scribes and all the Laurel View team. Don’t forget to contact Equi-Tog to get a photo record of your performance.

Results

Open league won by Kirsty Marsden on “Loughmourne Diamond”

Winter Dressage League (6 of 6)

30.3.14

Class 1 – BD Intro B (walk/trot)

Judge – Martina McKinley

1^st Alfie, Santiago Guieirrez, 72.17; 2^nd Billy, Santiago Guieirrez, 69.13; 3^rd No Shenanigans, Marian Millar, 69.13; 4^th Liberty Blue, Leah Knight, 66.96; 5^th Jewel, Bree Rutledge, 65.22;

6^th tie The Accountant, Judith Hughes and Fair Actress, Gemma Nicholl, 63.48.

Class 2 – Prelim 1 (Newcomers)

Judge – Ivor Harper

1^st Amazon, Gillian McCann, 69.47; 2^nd Little Miss May, Lucy Toombs, 68.42; 3^rd Barney, Christine Smyth, 67.11; 4^th Jeannie, Angela Hutchinson, 67.11; 5^th Eric, Lucy Telford, 66.58; 6^th Mr Chester, Julie Reid, 66.58.

MJI Invinsible and Joanne Jarden top the Class 4 league

Class 3 – Prelim 18

Judge – Ivor Harper

1^st Tick It, Penny Murphy, 74.38; 2^nd Ludovik K, Emma Hobson, 72.71; 3^rd Parfull Jack, Emma Hobson, 71.46; 4^th Jewel, Leah Knight, 70.63; 5^th Sligo Ranger, Gillian Holmes, 70.21; 6^th Rodger, Erin Faloona, 70.00.

Class 4 – Prelim 19

Judge – David Patterson

1^st Milo, Leah Knight, 67.73; 2^nd MJI Invinsible, Joanne Jarden, 67.50; 3^rd Sligo Ranger, Gillian Holmes, 66.82; 4^th Roxy, Leah Knight, 65.68; 5^th Beechmount Baxter, Linda McIlwaine, 65.45; 6^th Ludovik K, Emma Hobson, 63.86.

Class 5 – Novice 23

Judge – David Patterson

1^st Red Ruby Rouge, Joanne Jarden, 65.37; 2^nd Freuhllingstrum, Laura King, 64.07; 3^rd Tifftarney Clyde, Wendy Forsythe, 61.11; 4^th Silly Sally, Katie Watt, 60.37; 5^th Furisto Seven for a Secret, Jill Hobson, 59.26; 6^th Cooper, Louise Craig, 53.33.

Class 6 – Open

Judge – David Patterson

1^st Isaac (Elem), Allan Dewhurst, 65.59; 2^nd Tifftarney Clyde (Nov), Wendy Forsythe, 65.00; 3^rd MJI Wendy (Elem), Joanne Jarden, 64.41; 4^th Loughmourne Diamond (Elem), Kirsty Marsden, 63.97; 5^th Isaac (Med), Allan Dewhurst, 63.51; 6^th Furisto Seven for a Secret (Nov), Jill Hobson, 62.59.

League Results

Class 1 – Walk/Trot

1^st Alfie, Santiago Gutierrex, 220.16; 2^nd No Shenanigans, Marian Millar, 212.17; 3^rd Liberty Blue, Leah Knight, 205.22; 4^th The Accountant, Judith Hughes, 197.16; 5^th Fair Actress, Gemma Nicholl, 193.91; 6^th Laurel View Bruno, Chloe Kincaid, 192.21.

Class 2 – Newcomers

1^st Laurel View Barney, Christine Smyth, 204.52; 2^nd Gem, Bree Rutledge, 203.96; 3^rd Eric, Lucy Telford, 200.46; 4^th Laurel View Sparky, Holly McKeown, 199.86; 5^th Ajay, Lauren Hill, 195.49;

6^th Little Miss May, Lucy Toombs, 195.09.

Class 3 – Prelim

1^st Tick It, Penny Murphy, 225.43; 2^nd Tilly, Gillian Orr, 212.34; 3^rd Jewel, Leah Knight, 211.43; 4^th Sligo Ranger, Gillian Holmes, 209.54; 5^th Beechmount Baxter, Linda McIlwaine, 208.12; 6^th Domino, Jacqui Lewis, 207.50.

Class 4 – Prelim

1^st MJI Invinsible, Joanne Jarden, 207.24; 2^nd Beechmount Baxter, Linda McIlwaine, 200.80; 3^rd Milo, Leah Knight, 199.21; 4^th Silly Sally, Katie Watt, 197.96; 5^th Sligo Ranger, Gillian Holmes, 197.13; 6^th Chit Chat, Roma Oakes, 191.13.

Class 5 – Novice

1^st Freullingsstrum, Laura King, 203.12; 2^nd Silly Sally, Katie Watt, 199.11; 3^rd Red Ruby Rouge, Joanne Jarden, 193.45.

Class 6 – Open

1^st Loughmourne Diamond (Elem), Kirsty Marsden, 195.43; 2^nd MJI Wendy (Elem), Joanne Jarden, 193.73; 3^rd Freullingsstrum (Elem), Laura King, 184.20; 4^th Tifftarney Clyde (Nov), Wendy Forsythe, 183.22.

Riding School Competition

Best Average

1^st Laurel View Barney (Class 2), Christine Smyth, 66.36; 2^nd Laurel View Sparky (Class 2), Holly McKeown, 66.22; 3^rd Laurel View Bruno (Class 1), Chloe Kincaid, 63.22; 4^th Laurel View Silver/Marley (Class 1), Sarah Saied, 61.96; 5^th Laurel View Lass (Class 1), Rosemary Lee, 61.30; 6^th Laurel View Roly (Class 2), Holly McKeown, 60.67.