James Russell jumped two double clears in the 80 and 90cm classes on Rocky and Jack

As the rain came down, competitors streamed in on Saturday morning with the first class starting just after 10am.  Thanks must go to Lorraine Leavesley for judging and keeping the competition moving along to get through the high competitor numbers on the day. Equestrian Results were in attendance as they have been each week to add any new competitors to the system.  They sponsored the saddlecloth prize draw once again and Michael Irwin was the lucky winner this week.

Michael Irwin was the winner of this weeks saddlecloth sponsored by Equestrian Results.co.uk

The first clear of the day was Sheila Kennedy and Foxy, with the young Maria Martin and and Bluestone Cloud sailing clear as well.  Francis Gribben and Twinks led the way to another clear as Ivan Gribben enjoyed Midnight Sky’s debut outing also jumping clear.  Maria produced another double clear in the 80cm class and could be a combination to watch for the future.

Joanne Wilkinson and Casper were fresh from their Christmas break, and after winning the last league, they returned in their usual style to produce two double clears in the 70 and 80 classes.  Laura Struthers and Ginger enjoyed a double clear at 70cm and then teamed up with Emma Lee Turley to join the arena party for the afternoon allowing the competition to run even more smoothly!  Rachel Toughey and Molly also jumped a very stylish double clear in this class, while John McKinney used his experience to jump his young horse Mac double clear as well.  Michael Irwin and Oscar jumped double clear for the second consecutive week at 70cm and his move to 80cm this week was rewarded with another double clear.  James Russell was determined not to touch a pole as he flew round on both mounts, Rocky and Jack to jump clear in the 80 and 90cm classes.

Lesley Wilson and Lyleview Martell jump clear in the 80cm and 90cm classes

Catherine Robinson was busy on Saturday as she jumped a number of clears on multiple rides

The wait was worthwhile for Kirsten Farr on Jasper and Ronan Ptacek on Jolie who jumped easy clears in the 1.10m classes and had the poles raised for the 1.20m class.

Helen Pearson Murray and Daisey competing in the 1.1m class

Competitors were out in force once again for the fourth round of the Equestrian Results.co.uk sponsored league at Portmore. The
course was built by Lorraine Leavesley and offered a flowing and encouraging track for competitors to enjoy. Lucy Toombs and May
jumped easily around the 60cm course, followed by Maria Martin on her grey pony Bluestone Cloud who sailed by in the 60cm and 70cm classes without touching a pole. Michael Irwin and Oscar provided the first clear of the 70cm class with Bree Rutledge on Gem jumping a confident clear. Helen Pearson Murray introduced her latest young horse to the competition scene, making easy work of the 70cm class with Molly.

Shannon Robinson and Luna, clear in the 90cm and 1m classes and winners of the saddlecloth draw on the day

Shannon Robinson and Spirit made their debut on horses and jumped a flawless clear over the 80cm course, with Aimee Roscoe on Peter following suit. Twinkle Toes performed a foot perfect round ridden by Deborah Geddis, with Courtney Conroy and Sapphires Dream jumping the final clear in the 80cm class.

Joe Harris and Flora in the 80cm class

The 90cm class started as it did the week before, with a smooth double clear from Ruth Wilson and her grey mare Maisie. Eimear White and Rickamore Girl proved to be a perfect partnership as they jumped a beautiful clear in the 90cm class. Fiona Cooper and Soda Pop popped easily around the course with a double clear, followed by Lesley Wilson and Lyleview Martel who showed their experience as

Gwen Scott and Murlough Mist competing in the 1m class

they finished with a double clear. Iona McCreery and Blaney picked up another double clear in the league, with the last competitor in the class, Shannon Robinson and Spirit finishing the class on a high and not only did they jump clear, they were also drawn from all competitors on the day to win the Equestrian Results.co.uk sponsored saddlecloth.

The first clear in the 1m class was Shannon Robinson and Luna once again who jumped another spectacular clear and look to be an exciting competition for the future. Sam Roomey and Bluestone Limmerick once again jumped in the 1m and 1.10m. Competing again was Helen Pearson Murray, this time with Daisey who stepped up to the challenge on their first competition of the new year. Robert Newell on Bates gave a master class in the 1.20m as he jumped a beautiful clear and then had the fences raised to 1.30m.

Robert Newell and Bates jumped in the 1.20m and 1.30m classes

The next competition in this league will be on Saturday 18th January with the competition moving to sunday 26th the week after.   Tuesday night horse training shows and Friday night pony shows will continue until the Portmore horse and pony sale on 31st January, the last Friday of the month.

Equestrian Results are on hand at each of these shows, where you can add your horse to the website during the competition, or visit
www.equestrianresults.co.uk and add your horse yourself with their easy to navigate website so your results are included in the next
competition.

Results Sat 11th January
Lucy Toombs, May
Sheila Jenneda, Foxy
Maria Martin, Bluestone Cloud
Louise Pal, Levi
70cm
Sheila Kennedy, Foxi
Louise Pal, Levi
Michael Irwin, Oscar
Laura Struthers, Ginger
Shannon Robinson, Spirit
Scott Logan, Jimble
Jenny Marshall, Tierna
Elaine Grey, Crigou
Helen Pearson Murray, Molly
Bree Rutledge, Gem
Maria Martin, Bluestone Cloud
80cm
Shannon Robinson, Spirit
Scott Logan, Jimble
Aimee Roscoe, Peter
Joe Harris, Flora
Kevin McKinstry, Oreo
Lesley Wilson, Lyleview Martell
Deborah Geddis, Twinkle Toes
Rhona Wilkinson, Willow
Marion Tennyson, Billys Boy
90cm
Shannon Robinson, Luna
Ruth Wilson, Maisie
Amanda Spiers, Flame
Lesley Wilson, Lyleview Martel
Eimear White, Rickamore Girl
Debbie Blaire, Twinkle Toes
Cliff McDowel, Bluestone Cindy
Fiona Cooper, Sopa Pop
Marion Tennyson, Billys Flight
Caroline Millar, Alf
Iona McCreery, Blaney
1M
Shannon Robinson, Luna
Helen Pearson Murra, Daisey
Sam Rooney, Bluestone Limmerick
Fiona Cooper, Soda Pop
Gwen Scott, Mealough Mist
Luke Campbell, Dora
1.10m
Sam Rooney, Bluestone Limmerick
Helen Pearson Murray, Daisey
1.20
Robert Newell, Bates
1.30
Robert Newell, Bates