Divided over 3 arenas competitors had lots to choose from, Show Jumping, Dressage and the inaugural Northern Ireland Foal Championship supported by the Northern Ireland Horse Board.

Showjumping

It was a busy day in the Show Jumping arenas with both Show Jumping Ireland and Cash Jumping Arenas reporting a surge in entries.  In the SJI arena, it was a good day for Rory Lavery winning the 1.10m on board George Stewart’s Mr Mee, the same combination where beaten to the 1.20m win also by Seamus McSorley riding his fathers’ Quarrycrest Clover.

The Cash Jumping Ireland arena also seen an increase in entries with over 40 riders taking to Arena 2 in one of the classes.  The big money however was won by Colleen Glasgow and Lakeview Concun Diamond in the 1.10m taking home £35 in the process.

Riders should note there will be no Show Jumping at the Meadows for 2 weekends due to Dublin Show and the International Dressage event.  Show Jumping will recommence with the MEC Championships taking place from 20^th-23^rd August.

In the absence of a National Horse Championships it is hoped that this event will give riders the opportunity to ride at one of Ireland’s premier facilities as well as hosting TRM/ Horse Ware Premier Grand Prix final, ISH Studbook finals, Amateur Leddy League Qualifier and the TRM National Grand Prix Series.

Bookings are now being taken for stabling at  the Championships  and can be booked by contacting the MEC on 028 38322 417 or by their website www.themec.co.uk.

NORTHERN IRELAND FOAL SHOW

In its inaugural year the Championships were devised with the aim to “identify, evaluate and reward breeders who have bred a foal that has the potential to be competitive at the highest international level”.

At the Northern leg of the National Qualifiers which also was the NI Championships, 25 foals took centre stage to compete in the Eventing and Show Jumping sections.  Nigel Peters’ OBOS Quality 004 filly took the Eventing filly category, bred from an Aldatuus Z dam, judges Janet Murray and Kieran Ryan were very impressed, result in the 1^st place rosette and qualification to compete at the National finals later this month.

The winning eventing colt also gaining qualification by bred by Debbie McClean from her Acclaimation dam, Cocktail party;  the colt sired by Belgian Warmblood, Ramiro B.

In the Show jumping section judges Tom Slattery and John Hughes cast a watchful eye over the section and decided that Carol Armstrong’s filly by KWPN Stallion ‘Plot and Lawrence Patterson’s Tolan R Colt   were worthy winners of their respective sections also.

SHOW JUMPING IRELAND RESULTS

SJI 1: 90cms

1^st= T Smith’s Lakeya (T Smyth); C Gibson’s Merlins Tango (L Gibson); G Carlisle’s Maggie May (G Carlisle); J McLernon’s Frackleton Marrinella (J McLearon); C Doherty’s Knockalla Hold Up (L Clibburn); D Moore’s Lahorna Lady (D Moore) and E Stafford’s Ervrosewood Show Girl (J Smyth).

SJI 2: 1metre

1^st D Barret Davis’s Keeford O’Reilly (W Green); 2^nd A Torrens’s Lackaview Star Appeal (J Torrens); 3^rd E Pele’s Lisbane Fly (H Pele); 4^th L Mahon’s Ardnaglass Lizzie(T Crossan); 5^th R Armstrong’s Lauras Echo (R Armstrong)

Also double clear:

C Compton’s Kool Kavactor (C Compton); J McDowell’s Imp Girl (M McDowell); L Glendinning’s Tirconail Well Done (L Glendinning); Heffron Equine Ltd’s Hold Up Princess (H Smith); T Woods’ Miss Behave (Z Woods); J Sloan Allen’s WKD Aimez Moi (L McKee); B Adrain’s Crusing’s Spider Man (B Adrain); M Beattie’s DSH Good Feeling (M Beattie); Heffron Equine Ltd’s Newmarket Rena (H Smith); J Sloan Allen’s WKD Magic (L McKee); U Bamford’s Ludovick (U Bamsford); N Smyth’s Over Budget (J Smyth); M McParland’s Dans View (R Brown); J Pandergast’s Goulane Ruby (C Dawson); E Quinn’s Lama Cruise (E Quinn); D Newberry’s Lurgan Air (D Newberry); M Cave’s Second City (M Cave); Hefforn Equine Ltd’s Lissangle Mr Brave (H Smith); L Allen’s Ardnacashel Kadabra (L Allen); O Ward’S Ardragh Tim Tam (M Cave) and C Kelly’s Cruise Liner (C Kelly).

SJI 3: 1.10m

1^st G Stewart’s Mr Mee (R Lavery); 2^nd D Atcheson’s Echoes of Time (D Atcheson); 3^rd A Torrens’s Lackaview Star Appeal (J Torrens); 4^th F Kennedy’s Chekane (E Humphries); 5^th P Mulrine’s Charlton Cleo (M Mulrine); 6^th J Harris’s Coppendel Concorde (J Harris)

Also Double Clear

L Allen’s Diamond Dollie (L Allen); J Evans’s Red Ruby Rouge (J Evans); J Adrain’s Diamond Lux (S Adrain); P McCollum’s Coco Chanel (E McCollum); Heffron Equine Ltd’s Oliver Twister (H Smith); S McCormick’s Argentino Tango (A McCormick); C Greenan Carrigogunnel Galaxy (C Greenan); P Campbell’s Knee Deep (L Campbell); D Tracey’s Golden News (D Tracey); W Anderson’s Creevagh Limited Edition (W Anderson); K Greer’s Double Bay (K Greer); R Moore’s Altaskin Buddy (D Atcheson); C Breslin’s Captain Pleasure (C Breslin); D Gibson’s Servant’s Boy (S Gibson); B Adrain’s Cruisings Spider Man (B Adrain); A McKeown’s Carrickview Diamond (A McKeown); A Johnson’s Sheer Alaya (L Campbell); M Beattie MB Up and Away (M Beattie); P Connon’s Atricia Roundthorn (S Posnett); E Quinn’s Watch Your Step (E Quinn); V Golden’s Bonnie Miss Sarco (V Golden); R Harding’s Deepspring Tookanoo (C Harding); S Moore’s Shameless (S Moore) and P Smyth’s Aurther Hill (P Smyth)

SJI 4: 1.20m

1^st B McSorley’s Quarrycrest Clover (S McSorley); 2^nd G Stewart’s Mr Mee (R Lavery); 3^rd P Mulrine’s Admiran Oh Me (D Mulrine); 4^th P Posnett’s Queen of Clubs (S Posnett); 5^th B Armstrong’s Orchard Echo (S Posnett; 6^th D Gaw’s Ardnacashel Coovella (P Gaw)

Also Double Clear

M McShane’s MMS Camilla (M McShane); T Treanor’s Zentus T (M McShane); M Beattie’s Mullentine Magic (M Beattie); T Woods’s Without Permission (Zoe Woods); L Reid’s Bobby (L Reid); R Craig’s Beltrim Brother Eva (J Smyth); B Adrain’s Sligo Lucky One (S Adrain); P Boyle’s Delton (M Cave); C Compton’s Daingeann Sunday Spirit (T Compton); C Cathers’s Ping Ball (J Smyth); McLoughlin Brothers’s Jack Diamond (E Little); T O’Shea’s CSF Olympic You Too (L Clibburn); P Smyth’s Aurthur Hill (P Smyth); C Doherty’s Beach Station (P Smyth) and W Lynch’s Lisbracken Tilson (L Clibburn).

SJI 5: 1.30m

1^st Brendan & Ann Marie McSorley’s Beach Ball (S McSorley); 2^nd K Gallagher’s Gregory Courage (P Smyth); 3^rd P Caves’s Quinten (P Cave); 4^th P Mulrine’s Admiran Oh Me (D Mulrine); 5^th D Gaw’s Ardnacashel Coovella (P Gaw); R Smyth’s Charlton Clio (J Smyth)

Also Double Clear

Applemount Sport Horses’s Trebra Douglas (L Campbell); M Cave’s Ballybean (M Cave); B Megahey’s Charming Lady (C Megahey) and R Smyth’s Admiran Nutmeg (L Smyth).

CASH JUMPING IRELAND RESULTS

CJI3P: 80cms Ponies

1^st Hugo O’Neill, Silver Fox III (£15.00)

CJI4H: 90cm Horses

1^st Victoria Minnis, Cappulcorragh Perfect Dream (£15.00)

CJI5H: 1m Horses

1^st Colleen Glasgow, Lakeview Concun Diamond (£35.00); 2^nd Joanne Jarden, SBT Upmarket (£10)

Northern Ireland Foal Championship (Including Qualifier for HSI Foal Championship)

Eventing Filly

1^st – Filly by OBOS Quality 004[OLD] out of an Altdatus Z[OLD] dam [Dam: Flora Belle] (Owner: Nigel Peters)

2^nd- Filly by Ramiro B [BWP] out of an Acclamation[GB] [TB] dam [Dam: Cocktail Party] (Owner: Debbie McClean)

Eventing Colt

1^st- Colt by Clarkenwell [USA] [TB] out of a Flagmount Diamond [ID] dam [Bellville Diamond] (Owner: Malachy & Nuala O’Haire)

2^nd- Colt by Valent [KWPN] out of a Nigrasine [GB] dam [Timpany Night] (Owner Catherine Abbott)

Show Jumping Filly

1^st – Filly by Plot Blue [KWPN] out of a Cavalier Royale [HOLST] dam [Cronascribe Cavella].  (Owner: Carol Armstrong)

2^nd- Filly by Darco [BWP] out of a Heartbreaker [KWPN] dam [Zidane KWPN] (Owner: John McKibben)

Show Jumping Colt

1st- Colt by Tolan R [KWPN] out of a Guidam [SF] dam [ Drumnaconnell Rojo] (Owner: Lawerence Patterson)

2^nd- Colt by Vigo D Arsouilles [BWP] out of a Voltaire [HANN] dam [Ultiem V] (Owner: John McKibben)

Niamh McEvoy from The Meadows on her way to the RDS

Omagh’s Niamh McEvoy aged 11, will be flying the flag for The Meadows Equestrian Centre in the 128cm Pony championships at the RDS Dublin Horse Show.  Having risen to the top level of SJI pony show jumping in her category, Niamh has achieved great things in her first year at this level.  Through the qualifying events throughout Ireland, Niamh’s talents shone through and she was rewarded with securing places for  2 ponies in the finals at the prestigious international event.

 Competing on Sparkling Majestic Caeser and Jacodi’s Anja’s Admiral; Niamh will firstly take to the Simmonscourt Arena on the Wednesday afternoon when she will try and secure her place in the final in front of the home crowds in the Dublin Main Arena following the Aga Khan on the Friday evening.

Grace Lavery and Sky Double D Winning the 1m & 1.1m classes at the Photo: Tori O’connor, the meadows equestrian centre

The schedule of show jumping events continued at the Meadows Equestrian Centre on Saturday with 100 entries once again taking to the popular arenas.  In keeping with the schedule of events at the centre, riders had a variety of classes to choose from i.e. Show Jumping Ireland (SJI), Cash Jumping Ireland (CJI) or the unaffiliated competitions.

Cash Jumping will continue this week (11^th July) in addition to unaffiliated and Show Jumping Ireland classes.  Further details are from the centre on 028 38 322417, the website www.themec.co.uk or from our Facebook page.

SHOW JUMPING IRELAND RESULTS

SJI 1: 90cms

1^st Julie McLernon’s Freckleton Marinella (J McLearnon)

SJI 2: 1metre

1^st Grace Lavery’s Sky Double J (G Lavery); 2^nd S Craig’s Lincourt Saracen (S Sproule); 3^rd R Murphy’s Rock Rebel (R Murphy); 4^th B Bursby’s Ferro Lane (B Bursby); 5^th G Irwin’s My Faithful Diamond (G Irwin); 6^th E Quinn’s Watch Your Step (E Quinn).

Also Double clears

R O’Brien’s Liscurry Liberos Flight (R O’Brien) and B Megahey’s Fuego Balia (C Megahey)

SJI 3: 1.10m

1^st G Lavery’s Sky Double J (G Lavery); 2^nd E Irvine’s Zinedine (E Irvine); 3^rd J Gibson’s Seaview Lass (J Gibson); 4^th B Bursby’s Ferro Lane (B Bursby); 5^th D Newberry’s Lurgan Air (D Newberry) and 6^th B Megahey’s Feugo Balia (C Megahey).

SJI 4: 1.20m

1st D McCauley’s Carrickaduff Trump (R McCauley); 2^nd L Leavesley’s Sundance (L Leavesley); 3^rd R McCauley’s She’s the One (R McCauley); 4^th R McCallion’s Jumpingdale Douglas (R McCallion); 5^th K McKenzie’s Dyloita (S McKenzie) and 6^th K McKenzie’s Euroquay (S McKenzie).

SJI 5: 1.30m

1^st L Leavesley’s Sundance (L Leavesley) and 2^nd A Sauderson’s Concerto Thornasele Z (G Sauderson).

CASH JUMPING IRELAND RESULTS

CJI3H: 80cm Horses

1^st Pearl Redmond, Chance.

CJI5H: 1m Horses

1^st Carly Anderson, Elegant Star

CJI5P: 1m Ponies

1st Emily Slane, Lottos Dream

CJI6H: 1.10m Horses

1^st Carly Anderson, Elegant Star

CJI6P: 1.10m Ponies

1^st Emily Slane, Lotto’s Dream

UNREGISTERED SHOW JUMPING RESULTS

UR1: Cross Poles

1st Lily Tunny, Rosie.

UR2: 50cms

1^st Daniel Dallas, Rolo

UR4: 70 cms

1^st= Christine Dallas, Chello; Harry McDowell, Autumn and Tegan Byrnes, Missy.

UR5: 80cms

1^st Christine Dallas, Chello.

UR6: 90cms

1^st = Cliff McDowell, Bluestone Cavalier and Lara Greenaway, Reggie.

UR7: 1m

1^st= Suzanne Hagan, Bobby; Toby Purce, Stan; Emily Carson, Newhaven Minstrel; James McEvoy, Ballyward; Darryl Somerville, Pearl of Fairy Ring; Darryl Somerville, Shadow; Lizzy Graham, Batman; Rachel Hunter, Troy.

UR8: 1.10m

1^st Rachel Chapman, Duffy; Toby Purce, Stan; Kat Butler, The Spin Doctor and Denis Currie, Larry

UR9: 1.20m

1^ST Dennis Currie, Larry

The aim of the Championships is to “identify, evaluate and reward breeders who have bred a foal that has the potential to be competitive at the highest international level”.  Foals must be registered in a WBFSH approved studbook and must be shown with their dams and are only permitted to enter one Regional Championship and must compete in the Region in which the owner resides. There will be 2 categories; Showjumping or Eventing, foals cannot compete in both sections.   All foals must be a minimum of 6 weeks old to compete at a Regional Championship and must be named in order to compete in the Final.

The final of the foal Championship will take place at Millstreet International Horse Show running from 11^th-16^th August, with a prize pot of €10,000 on offer for the two champions.  Special prizes will also be awarded at the Millstreet Final for the best overall traditionally-bred foal.

To enter please download the form from www.themec.co.uk and email or post it back to The Meadows at info@themec.co.uk or The Meadows Equestrian Centre, Embankment Road, Lurgan, Co. Armagh BT66 6FD.  Entries close Friday 17^th July and entry fees are £30.

This was most evident in the Novice Team Event where Royal School Armagh, winners of the previous four legs, finished in 11^th place on the day which created great anticipation as to how the final league placings would pan out. On the day, victory went to a delighted duo of Charlotte Harding and Ellie Humphries from Cambridge House Grammar who have been consistently in the top placings every month. They were less than a second faster than the very accomplished team from Belfast Royal Academy  followed by Lurgan Junior High.

This year, the success of the MEC League has led to an invitation for the winning teams to travel to the All Ireland Inter-Schools Show Jumping Final in Coilog in April. When the calculations for the Novice Team League placings were completed, it revealed a draw for first place between Royal School Armagh and Cambridge House but, in line with procedure, the accolade went to Cambridge House as the team with the higher placing at the Final. Cambridge House went on to score a treble by winning the Tack & Turn Out Award as well.

Individually, it was a fast and furious competition with Royal School Armagh’s Maeve McCall picking up top spot with her very reliable Snowy. The combination also gained second place overall in the League which was won by Hannah Rafferty and Robe Dream.

The Open Team competition provided very few surprises and saw victory on the day, as well as overall in the League, go to a very strong team from Royal School Armagh who actually only dropped one point throughout the five legs. BRA, who were snapping at the winner’s heels since September, finished second overall as well as claiming the ‘Best Turned Out’ Award.

Undoubtedly, the most excited competitor of the day was 12 year old Victoria Boville from Dromore High School who brushed off the competition in the Open Individual class with her fantastic little pony, Pippa, completing two seconds ahead of Rachel Chapman and Duffy. This is all the more remarkable, given that Victoria was still competing as a Primary School pupil last year. She went one step further by winning the League outright and receiving a beautiful new bridle and headcollar from the sponsor, Jo Chesney of Cherry Soda Ladies Fashion.

Meantime, action in the Primary section got underway in Arena 2 with a very excited group of 11 year olds and under. They have provided plenty of excitement and entertainment over the past five months and this month was no exception. Most of the teams have been very equally balanced with each of them having had one ‘off day’ in the course of the League which left everything to play for on Saturday. Again, there were elements of mixed fortunes but, in the end, Moira Mavericks picked up their 3^rd victory which was good enough to secure them League Winners too.

In the individual section, it was a runaway victory for Kerry Magill who didn’t need ‘Another Chance’ to scoop the League Champion title. Tack and Turn Out was won, again, by The Tiny Terrors who certainly have put great effort all season into  their presentation. Thanks goes to Ros Murphy for the unenviable task of judging this aspect of all three competitions but whose critical eye certainly missed none of the detail.

The Meadows Equestrian Centre would like to thank the Sponsors, Vicky of Horse World NI,  Jo Chesney of Cherry Soda Ladies Clothing and Judy Maxwell of Baileys Horse Feeds whose generosity and support of the League is very much appreciated. Thanks, too, to all the Judges, Starters and Arena Parties in both locations as well as all the schools, together with their chefs d’equipe,  who supported the League.

The next Schools’ competition at The Meadows Equestrian Centre takes place on Monday 17^th March with a ‘Saint Patrick’s Schools’ Special’. There are classes for Primary (70cms), Novice (85cms) and Open (1m) for both team and individual as well as a ‘Premier’ Individual class at 1.10m.

There will be prizes for best fancy dress for both team and individual and full details are available on the MEC website.

Full Results

Novice Teams

1. Cambridge House Grammar (Charlotte Harding, Kilaney Prince, Ellie Humphries, Princess Ita, Charlotte Harding, Safety First, Ellie Humphries, Sligo Lucky)
2. Belfast Royal Academy (Victoria Minford, Okey Dokey, Mimi Jeffrey, Colours R Us, Justine Harding, Ellie, Amber Vick, Jake)
3. Lurgan Junior High (Katie Good, Keltroy, Jasmine Crothers, Prince Arigogs Spirit, Katie Good, Consider It Dun, Jasmine Crothers, Albus Dumbledore)
4. Ballyclare Secondary (Jessica McConnell, Change of Heart, Robyn McConnell, Lemon Sherbert, Alex McConnell, Levi, Robyn McConnell, Tahoe Tradewinds)
5. Our Ladies Grammar School, Newry (Roisin Muirhead, Dunsallen, Grace Kehoe, Park Crystal, Meadbh McIlduff, B Na G Jasmine, Roisin Muirhead, Phoenix Firefly)
6. Wallace High School (Rachel Patterson, Ladybug, Victoria O’Connor, Ladybug, Abby Neill, Kill Tubber Cooper)

Tack and Turn Out Winners – Cambridge House Grammar

Novice Team League Placings

1. Cambridge House Grammar 2. Royal School Armagh 3. Our Ladies Grammar, Newry 4. Belfast Royal Academy 5. Down High Gold 6. Lurgan Junior High

Novice Individual

1. Maeve McCall, Snowy, Royal School Armagh 2.  Trudie McCoosh, Murphy, Victoria College 3. Trudie McCoosh, Princess, Victoria College 4. Sarah Leader, Casper, St Dominics 5. Ellen Donnelly, Reme, St Patrick’s College 6. Olivia Hughes, Oscar

Novice Individual League Placings

1. Hannah Rafferty, Robe Dream 2. Maeve McCall, Snowy 3. Ellen Donnelly, Reme 4. Roisin Muirhead, Dunsallen 5. Alix Robinson, Tia Maria 6=  Morgan Skillen, Mayo & Hannah Rafferty, Cor Rambler

Open Team

1. Royal School Armagh (Abby Morton, Patchmills Laura, Rachel Chapman, Pippa, Lucy Gibson, Zoe, Lucy Cloughan)
2. BRA Potinger (Justine Harding, Ivy, Amy Wilson, Vagabond, Jessica Johnston, Thorn, Justine Harding, Lucy)
3. Regent House Grammar (Regan McKee, Rosscor Freedom,  Aimee McKeown, Silver, Regan McKee, Rosscor Silver Lady)
4. Down High Flyers (Harriet Pele, Dylan, Rachel Adams, Poppy, Zoe Woods, Annie, Tilly Horder, Duke)
5. Hunterhouse College (Chloe Lister-Tinsley, Dale, Katie Parker, Annie, Carly Hamilton, Lulu)
6. Down High Eagles (Rachel Lambe, Ducky, Erin Gabbie, Catalina, Charlotte Leslie, Queenie, Jacob Morrow, Tambo)

Team League Placings

1. Royal School Armagh 2. BRA Potinger 3. Down High Flyers 4. Regent House Grammar, 5. St Joseph’s Grammar 6. Down High Eagles

Tack & Turn Out Winners – BRA Potinger

Open Individual

1. Victoria Boville, Pippa, Dromore High School 2. Rachel Chapman, Duffy, Royal School Armagh 3. Gemma Chambers, Honey, Newbridge Integrated 4. Regan McKee, Rosscor Freedom, Regent House 5. Justine Harding, My Gypsy Rose, Cambridge House 6. Ciara Muirhead, Phoenix Firefly, Our Ladys Grammar

Open League Placings

1. Victoria Boville, Pippa 2. Regan McKee, Rosscor Freedom 3. Gemma Chambers, Honey 4. Trudie McCoosh, Dinky Toy 5. Trudie McCoosh, Blitz 6. Aimee McKeown, Silver

Primary Teams

1. Moira Mavericks (Sarah Moore, bob, Laura Brown, Tina, Connie Crothers, Albus Dumbledore, Daniel Brown, Scooby)
2. Fairview/Ballyclare/Tildarg (The Funky Fillies) (Laura McKay, Scout, Hannah McCartney, Dexter, Felicity McConnell, Jamie, Laura McKay, Darcy)
3. Meadowbridge (Kerry Magill, Flapjack, Simone Leathem, Little Miss Trouble, Kerry Magill, Another Chance, Simone Leathem, Willow)
4. Fairhill/Spa/Park Lodge/Drumadonnell (The Mighty Midgets) (Megan Nelson, Puzzle, Edmond Whiteside, Ella, Ryan Boville, Toffee, Gillian Grogan, Slim Shady)
5. Moira Mayhem (Sarah Moore, Flash, Laura Brown, Scooby, Connie Crothers, Jimmy, Daniel Moore, Flash)
6. Drumhillary/Tandragee (The Rascals) (Lucy Morton, Bugsy, Katie McCombe, White Ribbon, Lucy Morton, Expresso, Katie McCombe, Bambi)

Team League Placings

1. Moira Mavericks 2. Fairview/Ballyclare/Tildarg (The Funky Fillies) 3. Drumhillary/Tandragee (The Rascals) 4. Fairhill/Spa/Park Lodge/Drumadonnell (The Mighty Midgets) 5. Meadowbridge 6. Moira Mayhem

Tack & Turn Out Winners – The Tiny Terrors (Lara Kelly, Tootsie, Thomas Murphy, AJ Locarno, Charlotte McGladdery, Princess Panda, Victoria Fox, Lislaird Joni)

Primary Individual

1. Kerry Magill, Another Chance 2. Laura McKay, Darcy 3. Ryan Boville, Toffee 4. Megan Nelson, Puzzle 5. Lara Kelly, Tootsie 6. Victoria Fox, Lislaird Joni

Primary League Placings

1. Kerry Magill, Another Chance 2. Laura McKay, Darcy 3. Victoria Fox, Lislaird Joni 4. Ryan Boville, Toffee 5. Ellen Ward, Nora 6. Megan Nelson, Puzzle

Open Team
1. Royal School Armagh (Abbey Morton, Laura, Rachel Chapman, Pippa, Lucy Gibson, Zoe, Lucy Cloughan, Benaughlin Little Condy)
2. BRA Pottinger (Amy Wilson, Vagabond, Beth Moss, Oliver, Justine Harding, Ivy, Jessica Johnston, Thorn)
3. Down High Flyers (Stephanie Birt, Lucy, Rachel Adams, Poppy, Jacob Morrow, Tamba, Tilly Horder, Duke)
4. BRA Shaw (Jessica Johnston, Jonty, Justine Harding, Lucy, Justine Harding, Lady)
5. Regent House ( Regan McKee, Rosscor Silver Lady, Regan McKee, Rosscor Freedom, Aimee McKeown, Silver)
6= Friends School Lisburn ( Cathy Campbell, Carnhill Lucy, Hannah Blakely, Rough Terrain, From: KarFrom: Karen McKeownen McKeown Symington, Mini Chaos
6= St Joseph’s Donaghmore (Niamh McArdle, Burnbrae Jack, Niamh Ward, Prince, Niamh McArdle, Heidi, Olivia Hughes, Oscar

Open Individual
1. Regan McKee, Rosscor Freedom 2. Aimee McKeown, Silver 3. Katie Parker, Annie 4. Victoria Boville, Pippa 5. Abbey Morton, Just Jimmy 6. Trudie McCoosh, Dinky Toy

Tack & Turn Out Winners
Friends School Lisburn ( Cathy Campbell, Carnhill Lucy, Hannah Blakely, Rough Terrain, Cliodhna  Symington, Mini Chaos

There seems to be no catching the Novice team from Royal School Armagh who made it three  victories in a row, giving them maximum points over half way through the league. However, BRA and Wallace High Flyers were hot on their heels with a small time differential separating the top three teams. The Novice Individual competition seems to be getting tighter every month. Winner last time, Hannah Rafferty had to settle for 2^nd place this month, having been overtaken by a very fast Maeve McCall on Snowy from the Royal School Armagh’s winning team.

The Novice tack and turn out prize was awarded to Ballyclare Secondary School for the second successive month and, when they are positioned in the line up, it is easy to see why they ticked all the boxes – well done to their chef d’equipe, Joyce McConnell.

Royal School Armagh, who has certainly fielded an impressive line up of competitors, shone through this month in the Open Team Event to claim top prize ahead of BRA’s Potinger team with Saintfield High picking up 3^rd prize. Individual honours went to Gemma Chambers on Honey while Ciara Muirhead on Phoenix Firefly slotted in behind in 2^nd place.

The girls from Regent House who looked very smart in their red school colours won the tack and turn out prize. Many thanks to the Tack and Turn Out Judges, Shellagh and Maeve Gault, whose meticulousness was very impressive and those teams who won these awards were truly deserving of the accolades.

The Meadows Equestrian Centre would like to thank the Sponsors, Vicky of Horse World NI,  Cherry Soda Clothing and Judy Maxwell of Baileys Horse Feeds as well as the Judges, Starters and Arena Parties in both locations.

The next leg of the League takes place on Saturday 14 December with full details on the MEC website.

Full Results

Novice  Team

1. Royal School Armagh (Catherine Morton, Petal, Sarah Clarke, Alfie, Maeve McCall, Snowy, Abby Morton, Smokey)
2. BRA (Justine Harding, Ellie, Mimi Jeffrey, Colours R Us, Victoria Minford, Okey Dokey, Amber Vick, Jake)
3. Wallace High Flyers A (Abby Neill, Kill Tubber Cooper, Joanna Eames, Sam, Rachel Patterson, Ladybug, Anna Brown, Buddy)
4. Lurgan Junior High (Jasmine Crothers,   Albus Dumbledore, Katie Good, Keltroy, Jasmine Crothers, Prince Arigogs Spirit, Katie Good, Consider It Dun)
5. Cambridge House Grammar (Charlotte Harding, Kilaney Prince, Ellie Humphries, Aloud Tip Top, Charlotte Harding, Susie, Ellie Humphries, Princess Ita)
6. Friends School Lisburn (Ellie McConnell, Moonlight Magic. Cliodhna Symington, Lily, Rachel Walker, Monty, Katy Walker, Cassie)

Novice Individual

1. Maeve McCall, Snowy 2. Hannah Rafferty, Robe Dream 3. Calvin McKinstry, The Duchess 4. Hannah Rafferty, Cor Rambler 5. Alix Robinson, Tia Maria 6. Ellen Donnelly, Remo

Novice Tack & Turn Out Winners

Ballyclare Secondary (Jessica McConnell, Change of Heart, Alex McConnell, Levi, Robyn McConnell, Lemon Sherbert, Emma Louise Gourley, Geronimo)

Open Team

1. Royal School Armagh (Abby Morton, Laura, Rachel Chapman, Pippa, Lucy Gibson, Zoe, Lucy Cloughan, Benaughlin Little Condy)
2. BRA Potinger (Amy Wilson, Vagabond, Amber Vick, Yogi, Justine Harding, Lucy, Jessica Johnston, Thorn)
3. Saintfield High Maroon (Molly Evans, To Be Fair, Jas Hogg, Henry, Lauren Johnston, Thamesford, Michael Burgess, Tango)
4. Down High Flyers (Tilly Horder, Duke, Rachel Adams, Poppy, Harriet Pele, Dougie Boy, Stephanie Birt, Lucy)
5. Down High Eagles (Charlotte Lesley, Blue Cobweb, Sophie Truesdale,  Erin, Rachel Lambe, Ducky, Jacob Morrow, Tambo)
6. Portadown College (Claire Sinton, Rambo, Lucile Gilpin, Charlie, Jessica Gilpin, Charlie, Lucile Gilpin, Merlin)

Open Individual

1. Gemma Chambers, Honey 2. Ciara Muirhead, Phoenix Firefly 3. Regan McKee, Rosscor Freedom 4. Kathryn Sinclair, Hallowed Eve 5. Sapphira Murphy, Grace 6. Conor Stevenson, Milparks Duke)

Open Tack & Turn Out Winners

Regent House (Katherine Sinclair, Hallowed Eve, Regan McKee, Rosscor Freedom, Aimee McKeown, Silver)

Primary Team

1. Moira Mavericks (Daniel Moore, Chester, Laura Brown, Tina, Connie Crothers, Wispa, Sarah Moore, Chester)
2. Drumhillary/Tandragee (The Rascals) (Lucy Morton, Bugsy, Katie McCombe, Bambi, Lucy Morton, Expresso, Katie McCombe, White Ribbon)
3. Fairview/Tildarg (Funkie Fillies) (Laura McKay, Scout, Hannah McCartney, Dexter, Felicity McConnell, Jamie, Laura McKay, Darcy)
4. Fairhill/Spa/Park Lodge/Drumadonnell( The Mighty Midgets) (Gillian Grogan, Slim Shady, Edmond Whiteside, Ella, Megan Nelson, Puzzle, Ryan Boville, Toffee)
5. Tiny Terrors (Tom Rowlatt McCormack, Nat King Cole, Victoria Fox, Lislaird Joni, Zara Sharvin, Archill Lass, Victoria Fox, Nat King Cole)
6. Meadow Bridge (Simone Leatham, Little Miss Trouble, Jake Leathem, Willow, Kerry Magill, Another Chance, Jake Leathem, Trinny)

Primary Individual

1. Cerys Howell, Runaway Dolly 2. Cerys Howell, Joe From Raphoe 3. Kerry Magill, Another Chance 4. Emma Jane Orr, Dot Cotton 5. Victoria Fox, Lislaird Joni 6. Ryan Boville, Toffee

Tack & Turn Out Winners

Tiny Terrors (Tom Rowlatt McCormack, Nat King Cole, Victoria Fox, Lislaird Joni, Zara Sharvin, Archill Lass, Victoria Fox, Nat King Cole)

Rachel Brown competing in the 1m10 class on board Elmo

Although the sun may not have been shining, the weather held up for a great day at The Meadows Equestrian Centre on 5th May all in aid of the Northern Ireland Cancer Fund for Children.

With both arenas running covering horses and ponies there was something for everyone including a bun sale and face painting by Shooting Stars. The flowing courses built by Aaron McCusker, relaxed atmosphere and expert judging from Hilary McClelland, Margie Lowry, David Greene and Jill Martin meant it was the perfect day out especially for those making their first debut in the cross pole class.

Emma Berry riding Betty Boo receives a helping hand from sister Sian and friend Hannah Agnew in the x pole class

Zoolander Photography were also on hand to document the day in photos and all can be viewed on www.zoolanderphotography.com
It was great to see the amount of young riders in the pony arena who turned out first thing to jump their round. Even when it didn’t go quite according to plan the sweets on exit usually made the round worthwhile! As the classes progressed the riders too upped their game especially when the clock became a deciding factor in the placings. Both the 90cms and 1m classes proved to be extremely fast with riders pulling out all the stops in an attempt to get their hands on some fantastic prizes.

Kerry Magill and Flapjack Flyer en route to a lovely double clear in the 90cms class

Melissa McKee riding Prince took first place in the 90cms picking up the beautiful rug sponsored by Equestrian World Maynooth just ahead of Ronan McSorley on Pedro who had to be content with second place on this occasion. Not to be out done Ronan took up the reins again on Pedro for the 1m class and this time finished in first place receiving voucher for a private lesson with Level 3 HSI Coach Gary Marshall. Lucy Sullivan on Bord of Barvin finished just behind in second. Having only 2 entries in the 1m10 pony Ellie Hughes and Lucy Sullivan split the spoils for their jumping efforts.

Ronan McSorley on Pedro was 2nd in the 90cms pony and finished the day with a win in the 1m

The horse arena was proved just as competitive! In the 90cms class Gary Leathem on Troy proved just too fast to be caught and took home first place 4 seconds ahead of Joanna Curran who had a fantastic day out with numerous placings and prizes throughout the horse classes. The 2 fence challenge followed the 90cms and was definitely the class of the day for spectators as the side of the arena was filled with people. 14 riders took up the challenge of the ever growing vertical and oxer but only 2 made it over the final height clear. Margaret Fullerton riding Vinday and Michael Parker on Micko split the prize fund of £300 generously sponsored by Nicola McCormick of Pet Haven and Colin McCormick of Surefoot

Hazel Pearson finished 6th in the 90cms on her new horse Carrie

Farriers who had a quick break from his job as starter in the pony arena in order to present the prizes. In the 1m class Stephanie Rankin on Tease Me Tiger finished in first place and was delighted to be taking home the Hospitality Package for Down Royal Racecourse. Joanna Curran this time riding Minnie finished in second place. Henderson Group and Spar sponsored the star prize in the 1m10 and with an iPad Mini up for grabs all bets were off. In the end Karen Pearson took the honours on the ever consistent Quantum Classic, 0.19 seconds ahead of Ruth Will and Javas Imp.

A massive thank you to all the generous sponsors, to all those who helped on the day and to everyone who turned up and supported the show. A fantastic £3,300 was raised to add to Adam Kerr’s fundraising efforts which now stand at £19,678!!!
Sponsors – Down Royal Racecourse, Surefoot Farriers, Pet Haven, Good Cottages, Maze Investigations Compliance and Training (MICT), Miss L Spratt, Ballymoss Stud, S Berry

Joint winners of the 2 fence challenge Margaret Fullerton and Michael Parker with sponsors Colin and Nicola McCormick from Surefoot Farriers and Pet Haven respectively and judge Margie Lowry

Butchers, , Equestrian World Maynooth, Northern Excavators, Mr&Mrs D Patterson, Kelly M Photography, Gary Marshall, Henderson Group and Spar, Harry Marshall, Sarah Dawson Racing, Mr & Mrs D Currie, Old Mill Saddlery, Botanica, The Hillside, Hill Top Vending, Equestrian Farm Feeds, Cian O’Connor, Lawrence McKenzie Photography, Patches Equine Laundry&Repair Service, Tony O’Connor Equine Artist, Sooty’s Stable signs, Equestrian Store, Gary Beckett, Pretty Little Details, Pattersons Chemist Hillsborough, Adairs Bakery, Centra-Morrows, Swift Chair Covers, The Mace Hillsborough, Balmoral Show, Galgorm Spa, Vanilla Black, Drumbo Park Greyhound Stadium, Dundonald International Ice Bowl, Decora Blind Systems Ltd, J Pelan&Son Butchers, Equestrian News NI, Stonebridge Horse Feeds, Smyths Saddlery&Ski, Bailies Coffee, Horseworld NI, Arthur McEvoy Shavings, Rosie’s Posies, A.McKeown&Son Fruit & Veg

Ponies

Cross Poles
1st= Simone Leathem, Kenilworth Pixie; Annie Gibson, Twinkle; Emma Knox, Toby; Ronan McCann, Sunny; Ellie McCann, Barney; Beth Thompson, Grace; Jamie Magill, Snowflake; Roberta, Acorn; Eloise Keers, Monty; Jordyn Magill, Sally; Elisha McNama, Jay Jay; Holly Garvill, Blaze; Katie McVeigh, Superstar; Kara Mills, Sky; Holly Garvill, Sox; Cassis McTaggart, Ruby; Jimmy McVeigh, Superstar; Rebecca O’Flaherty, Blackie; Georgia, Jenny; Emma Berry, Betty Boo

40cms
1st= Beth Thompson, Grace; Annie Gibson, Twinkle; Charlotte Keers, Monty; Rebecca O’Flaherty, Blackie; Hannah Gracey, Wally; Holly Conville, Sox; Erin Matheson, Jasper Carrot
8th= Elisha McNama, Jay Jay; Jordyn Magill, Sally; Ella Herron, Judy; Niamh Power, Billy Boy; Kara Mills, Sky; Elliw McCann, Barney; Georgia, Jenny; Erin Matheson, Party Boy

50-60cms
1st= Elisha McNama, Jay Jay; Beth Thompson, Grace; Dale Clarke, Beauty; Charlotte Keers, Monty; Kerry Magill, Snowflake; Jessica Moore, Drakelands Fabia; Bethany Smith, Charlie Dreams; Victoria Greenaway, Max; Dale Clarke, Sox; Hanna Corry, Danny Zuko; Dale Clarke, Sparky; Sophie Turtle, Queen of Darkness

70cms
1st= Simone Leathem, Little Miss Trouble; Jessica Moore, Drakelands Fabia; Charlotte Keers, Monty; Gillian Grogan, Slim Shady; Tamar Hylands, Mystic Dream; Kerry Magill, Snowflake; Dale Clarke, Sparky; Jessica Moore, Bertie Bassett; Rachel McKee, Buster; Jake Leatherm, Willow; Bethany Smith, Charlies Dream; Dale Clarke, Beauty; Edmund Whiteside, Ellie; Ronan McSorley, Boomerang Boy
80cms
1st= Fiona Grogan, Amber; Kerry Magill, Flapjack Flyer; Simone Leathem, Little Miss Trouble; Lucy McClean, Portmore Jasper; Katie Good, Lily; Jake Leathem, Willow; Cerys Howell, Smithy; Melissa McKee, Prince; Ellie McConnell, Moonlight Magic; Sian Berry, Blue; Shanie Murphy, Wee Romeo; Cerys Howell, Miss Moneypenny; Connie Carruthers, Callum Wood Moonstone; Laura Brown, Tina; Ellen Thomson, Melody
90cms
1.Melissa McKee, Prince 2. Ronan McSorley, Pedro 3. Cerys Howell, Joe from Raphoe 4. Cerys Howell, Runaway Dolly 5. Fiona Grogan, Amber 6. Cerys Howell, Miss Moneypenny
Clear Rounds: Cliodha Simington, Tiny; Kerry Magill, Another Chance; Kerry Magill, Flapjack Flyer; Ellen Thomson, Melody
1m
1. Ronan McSorley, Pedro; 2. Lucy Sullivan, Bord of Barvin 3. Laura McCann, Macy 4. Cerys Howell, Joe from Raphoe 5. Cerys Howell, Runaway Dolly 6. Hanna McGinn, Gambler

1m10
1st= Ellie Hughes, Joey; Lucy Sullivan, Bord of Barvin
Horses
70cms
1= Kealy Roberts, Guest Artist; David Agnew, Phoebe; Chloe McKinstry, Angel; Emma Sloan, Cosmo; Hannah Lockhart, Nancy Miles,

80cms
1= Jane Kinnear, Sink The Pink; Calvin McKinstry, Oreo; Karin McLeigh, Rudy; Jenny McLeigh, Kerry; Rebecca Loney, Lark; Sinead Thompson, First Choice; Hazel Pearson, Nickel Coin; Paul Diamond, Silken Auro; Samantha Hamilton, Fiasco Zeal; Louise Cunningham, Ano; Kirsten Patterson, Cherry; Sarah McMordie, Atlantic Blaze; Sharon Cowan, Calin King; Rachel Connell, Kingford Carouso; Rebecca Loney, Penny; Carmel Conroy, Bubbles

90cms
1. Gary Leathem, Troy 2. Joanna Curran, Macy 3. Sinead Thompson, Skimpy 4. Nichola McCloughlin, Yogi 5. Amanda Galea, Sheer Bliss 6. Hazel Pearson, Carrie

2 Fence Challenge
1st= Margaret Fulleton, Vinday, Michael Parker, Micko 3rd= Yvonne Whiteside, Derek, Sarah Kinnear, Down Stream, Stephanie Rankin, Tease Me Tiger, Ruth Will, Javas Imp

1m
1. Stephanie Rankin, Tease Me Tiger 2. Joanna Curran, Minnie 3. Roberta Hampton, Joe Buzz 4. Stephen Greer, Star Sign 5. Karen Greer, Double Bay 6. Joe Haffey, John L

1m10
1. Karen Pearson, Quantum Classic 2. Ruth Will, Javas Imp 3. Catherine Chambers, Elysium Imp, 4. Joanna Curran, Mary 5. Steven Greer, Star Sign 6. Joanna Curran, Minnie

Jumping starts at 10am sharp with 2courses built in the one arena. This first class will be the beginners which will be around 30-40cm followed by 60cm, 70cm, 80cm, 90cm, 1m & 1.10m.

Everyone is welcome so come along for a great days competition with some fantastic prizes on offer. Thanks go to Leisure Fix who have very kindly sponsored several classes! Entry – £5 for members & £8 for non-members. Discount for multiple entries. Reminder that membership is now overdue and forms will be available on Monday. Please spread the word and come for a great days jumping!

The star of the dressage was, undoubtedly, Suzi Berry who had placings in all three classes. She claimed the red rosette in the Pre Novice class on Lola, having been separated from second placed Tori Dixon merely by the collective marks.

Vicky Clegg took the honours in the Novice section with her ever reliable, Villa Imp, finishing three percent clear of Barbara Dixon on Shadow. Meantime, top of the leaderboard in the Intermediate class was a delighted Beth Young on her faithful companion, Willie Wee with Suzi Berry half a percent behind on Bolero.

The showjumping arena was a hive of activity with almost 50 entries in the 1m class alone while the water again provided a great schooling opportunity on the cross country run.

Next week, 23 February, sees the final leg in the current series of Flexi Eventing which has been extremely popular. Dressage entries should be made with Dora (07876758979 or dorabeacom@live.co.uk) by 6pm on  Wednesday. Showjumping and cross country can be entered on the day. Enquiries to Patricia on 07843590193.

The Meadows Equestrian Centre and Eventing Ireland(NR) are deeply indebted to all helpers: Secretary, course designer, judges, scribes, scorers, starters and arena party – your contribution to a very successful day is very much appreciated.

Photographs of the Flexi Eventing can be viewed on www.lawrencemckenzie.com

Full Results

Dressage

Pre Novice – Test BE102(2010) – Judge: Genny Belton

1. Suzi Berry, Lola 2. Tori Dixon, Snip 3. Nuala McNally, Rockafellow Rose 4. Andrew Scott, Glenhill Lady 5. Phoebe Scott, Indian Mist 6. Anna Dillon, Zantana

Novice – Test BE111 (2010) – Judge: Joanne Jarden

1. Vicky Clegg, Villa Imp 2. Barbara Dixon, Shadow 3. Suzi Berry, Bolero 4. Denis Currie, Larry 5. Elaine O’Connor, Tullymurry Holly 6. Amy McMillan, Lisbane Diamond

Intermediate – Test BE115 (2011) – Judge: Joanne Jarden

1. Beth Young, Willie Wee 2. Suzi Berry, Bolero 3. Meghan Healy, Lui D 4. Rachel Ferres, Foxy

Showjumping (double clears)

70cms

Ruth Currie, Darcy, James McEvoy, Star, Paul Dillon, Hillside Douglas, Holly Henderson, Aladdin

80cms

Chloe Jackson, Chico, Sian Berry, Itsy Bitsy Blue, Anna Kelly, Annagh Storm, Neil Knox, Coevers Tiny Tempa, Robyn Catterall, Mickey, Malachy Casement, Blondie, Niamh McArdle, Harry Beau, Barbara Henderson, Watersides Archer

90cms

Anna Kelly, Arnie, Judith McCarthy, Mixed Up, Kayleigh Young, An Realta Rua, Sian Berry, Itsy Bitsy Blue, Felicity Pierce, JD Douglas, Judith Graham, Pablo, Anna Kelly, Scarlet Knight, Mark Calvert,Scarlet, Malachy Casement, Rubicon, Sarah McClay, Lisavan Tigger, Chloe Lister Tinsley, Lulu, Paddy O’Rourke, Old Flames, Rachel Ferres, Sasha, Courtney Stuart, Betty Boo

1m

Sarah Sproule, Lyleview Indoc, James McEvoy, Reinstated, William Greene, Jack, William Greene, Keeford, Kerri McIvor, Woody, Mark Robinson, Jovian Moon, Sarah Moore, Paddy, Amy McMillan, Lisbane Diamond, Christine Newton, Runaway Rebel, Nicola Eames, Maisie, Anna Hamilton, Bracken, Chloe Lister Tinsley, Lulu, Katie Parker, Annie, Tori Dixon, Shadow, Laura King, Max, Nicole Barr, Deejay, Ron Schaefer, Glenpatrick Bold

1.10m

Jillie Houston, Jackson, Leigh-Ann Rea, Josie, Chris Megahey, Rickamore Royale, Roslyn Brown, Maddy, Denis Currie, Larry

1.20m

Clare Abbott, Sparky

Cross Country (Clear Rounds)

Anna Dillon, Zantana, Kirsten Duncan, Dawn’s Clover Dazzle, Gwen Scott, Mr T, Nicole Barr, Deejay, Kelly McDonald, Mavourneen Minstral, Philip McLean, Fabulous William, Paddy O’Rourke, Old Flames

This is suitable for riders of all abilities who can choose any one, two or three of the disciplines of dressage, show jumpinging and cross country. It is open to everyone – not just eventers so why not come along and join the many others who are already enjoying this series.
Dressage must be pre-entered with Dora (07876758979 or dorabeacom@live.co.uk) by 6pm on the Wednesday of each week but showjumping and cross country entries are taken on the day.

Showjumping starts at 9.30am sharp with 70cms and 1m. The 70cms course is then raised to 80cms , followed by 90cms while the 1m progresses to 1.10m and 1.20m. Further enquiries to Patricia on  07843590193

Ivor Harper judged the dressage in Arena 1 with Stephen Hewitt acting as his scribe. Meantime, Arena 2 hosted the showjumping where the day started with superb courses built by Aaron McCusker at 70cms and 1m. Competitors were alternated between both heights. The 70cms was later raised to 80cms and then 90cms while the 1m track progressed to 1.10m and 1.20m.

The cross country course was running all day with the water jump being a particular favourite amongst those availing of this schooling opportunity.

This series of Flexi Eventing continues for the next 3 weeks and is open to everyone – dressage must be pre-entered with Dora (07876758979 or dorabeacom@live.co.uk) by the Wednesday of each week with showjumping and cross country being entered on the day.

Photographs taken can be viewed on www.lawrencemckenzie.com

Results

Dressage

Pre Novice BE102

1. Sophie Buller, Irish Clover Boy 2. Andrew Scott, Glenhill Lady 3. Suzi Berry, Lola 4. Jemma Parkhill, Louis 5. Fionn Clarke, Black Velvet Band 6. Fiona Fitzgibbon, Charlie Finn

Novice BE110

1. Suzi Berry, Bolero 2. Toby McAlpine, Rum Jumbie 3. Fionn Clarke, Black Velvet Band 4. Jemma Parkhill, Smartie 5. Sophie Buller, G Maha 6. Ruth Martin, Maisie

Intermediate BE115

1. Suzi Berry, Bolero 2. Sophie Buller, G Maha

Showjumping

80cms

No Result

90cms

1= Catherine Quee, Hullaballoo, Olivia Mcgauley, Loughview Lady

1m

1=  Sophie Buller, Murphy , Carla Troughton, Billy

1.10m

No Result

Cross Country

1= Rachel Thompson, Foetsie, Andrew Scott, Glenhill Lady, Catherine Quee, Hullaballoo, Fiona Fitzgibbon, Charlie Finn, Olivia McGauley, Loughview Lady, Terry Smith, Just One Look, Toby McAlpine, Rum Jumbie