Moira Mavericks In Top Form at The Meadows
The Moira Mavericks Primary School team continued their good run at The Meadows Equestrian Centre with another victory under their belt which currently leaves them 7 points clear at the top of the League table. They were one of 5 teams to finish on a zero score after superb jumping from all competitors. The individual competition was equally competitive and extremely fast and furious as, one after another, these young riders demonstrated a degree of professionalism which belied their tender ages. In the end, and with the last glimmer of light fading, Cerys Howell was awarded a 1-2 with Kerry Magill picking up 3rd place. Thanks to Judy Maxwell of Baileys Horse Feeds, there were a number of spot prizes awarded to unsuspecting candidates which included the team from’Overs & Unders’ as well as Megan Carson and Rocco.
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 2nd 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 3rd prize. Individual honours went to Gemma Chambers on Honey while Ciara Muirhead on Phoenix Firefly slotted in behind in 2nd 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
- Royal School Armagh (Catherine Morton, Petal, Sarah Clarke, Alfie, Maeve McCall, Snowy, Abby Morton, Smokey)
- BRA (Justine Harding, Ellie, Mimi Jeffrey, Colours R Us, Victoria Minford, Okey Dokey, Amber Vick, Jake)
- Wallace High Flyers A (Abby Neill, Kill Tubber Cooper, Joanna Eames, Sam, Rachel Patterson, Ladybug, Anna Brown, Buddy)
- Lurgan Junior High (Jasmine Crothers, Albus Dumbledore, Katie Good, Keltroy, Jasmine Crothers, Prince Arigogs Spirit, Katie Good, Consider It Dun)
- Cambridge House Grammar (Charlotte Harding, Kilaney Prince, Ellie Humphries, Aloud Tip Top, Charlotte Harding, Susie, Ellie Humphries, Princess Ita)
- Friends School Lisburn (Ellie McConnell, Moonlight Magic. Cliodhna Symington, Lily, Rachel Walker, Monty, Katy Walker, Cassie)
Novice Individual
- 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
- Royal School Armagh (Abby Morton, Laura, Rachel Chapman, Pippa, Lucy Gibson, Zoe, Lucy Cloughan, Benaughlin Little Condy)
- BRA Potinger (Amy Wilson, Vagabond, Amber Vick, Yogi, Justine Harding, Lucy, Jessica Johnston, Thorn)
- Saintfield High Maroon (Molly Evans, To Be Fair, Jas Hogg, Henry, Lauren Johnston, Thamesford, Michael Burgess, Tango)
- Down High Flyers (Tilly Horder, Duke, Rachel Adams, Poppy, Harriet Pele, Dougie Boy, Stephanie Birt, Lucy)
- Down High Eagles (Charlotte Lesley, Blue Cobweb, Sophie Truesdale, Erin, Rachel Lambe, Ducky, Jacob Morrow, Tambo)
- Portadown College (Claire Sinton, Rambo, Lucile Gilpin, Charlie, Jessica Gilpin, Charlie, Lucile Gilpin, Merlin)
Open Individual
- 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
- Moira Mavericks (Daniel Moore, Chester, Laura Brown, Tina, Connie Crothers, Wispa, Sarah Moore, Chester)
- Drumhillary/Tandragee (The Rascals) (Lucy Morton, Bugsy, Katie McCombe, Bambi, Lucy Morton, Expresso, Katie McCombe, White Ribbon)
- Fairview/Tildarg (Funkie Fillies) (Laura McKay, Scout, Hannah McCartney, Dexter, Felicity McConnell, Jamie, Laura McKay, Darcy)
- Fairhill/Spa/Park Lodge/Drumadonnell( The Mighty Midgets) (Gillian Grogan, Slim Shady, Edmond Whiteside, Ella, Megan Nelson, Puzzle, Ryan Boville, Toffee)
- Tiny Terrors (Tom Rowlatt McCormack, Nat King Cole, Victoria Fox, Lislaird Joni, Zara Sharvin, Archill Lass, Victoria Fox, Nat King Cole)
- Meadow Bridge (Simone Leatham, Little Miss Trouble, Jake Leathem, Willow, Kerry Magill, Another Chance, Jake Leathem, Trinny)
Primary Individual
- 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)
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