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
Hannah Whittle and Claud set the scene with a superbly ridden double clear in the 80cm class, meanwhile the course was absolutely no problem for Elaine Grey and Crigou as they jumped two easy double clears in the 70cm and 80cm classes. Calvin McKinstry and Oreo also jumped clear, and the experience of Lesley Wilson and Lyleview Martell was evident in their flawless 80 and 90cm clears.
It was a day for multiple rides as Catherine Robinson produced a number of double clears on Jack, Catroina and Miss Wallace, meanwhile Katie King jumped Gina, Rocky and Frank clear in the 90cm 1m and 1.1m classes.
Shannon Robinson and Luna were on form again not touching a pole in the 90cm and 1m classes. Gwen Scott and her young horse Poppy enjoyed their first show of the year in style making the 90cm class look easy.
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.
The league moves to Sunday 26th Jan next week due to the Riding Club Championships which are to be held at Portmore on Saturday. Classes will start as usual at 10am with the 60cm class. The final of this league will be held on Sat 1st Feb, riders who have attended four qualifying shows are eligible for prize money on the day, however all competitors are more than welcome to compete and enjoy the speed rounds. There will also be rugs for leading senior and leading junior rider at the final.
Portmore’s Tuesday night training show continues this week with the Pony show on Friday night, NIRC Champs Saturday and Equestrian Results League next Sunday.
60cm Clears
Sheila Kennedy, Foxy
Maria Martin, Bluestone Cloud
Francis Gribben, Twinks
Ivan Gribben, Midnight Sky
Rachel Toughey, Molly
70cm Clears
Elaine Grey, Brigou
Maria Martin, Bluestone Cloud
Sheila Kennedy, Foxy
Michael Irwin, Oscar
Joanne Wilkinson, Casper
Laura Struthers, Ginger
Jenny Marshall, Tierna
John McKinney, Mac
Francis Gribben, Twinks
Ivan Gribben, Midnight Sky
Catherine Robinson, Jack
Shannon Robinson, Spirit
80cm
Elaine Grey, Crigou
Hannah Whittle, Claud
Aimee Roscoe, Peter
Michael Irwin, Oscar
Joanne Wilkinson, Casper
Scott Logan, Jimble
Calvin McKinstry, Oreo
Mandy King, Lily
Mandy King, Polo
Helen Pearson Murray, Molly
Lesley Wilson, Lyleview Martell
James Russell, Rocky
James Russell, Jack
Simone Leathem, Little Miss Trouble
Bethany May, Ruby
Beata Powell, Trevor
Catherine Robinson, Miss Wallace
Catherine Robinson, Spirit
Shannon Robinson, Spirit
Nicola Judge, Dixie
Sharon Cowan, Calin King
Lisa Traynor, Mittens
Kirsty Bates, Joey
Demi Blair, Twinkle Toes
90cm
Mandy King, Lily
Mandy King, Polo
Calvin McKinstry, Oreo
Lesley Wilson, Lyleview Martell
Catherine Robinson, Catroina
James Russell, Rocky
James Russell, Jack
Gwen Scott, Poppy
Shannon Robinson, Luna
Carmel Conroy, Bubbles
Cliff McDowell, Bluestone Cindy
Hannah Whittle, Claud
Judith Horner, Roxy
Sharon Cowan, Calin King
Lisa Traynor, Mittens
Joanna McNamee, Betsy
Barbara Henderson, Brook
Leah McLeister, Cheeko
Katie King, Frank
Jade Harper, Dollar
Ashleigh Wray, Armani
Nicola Judge, Dixie
Angie McKeown, Angelinos Touch
Catherine Robinson, Maximus
Luke Campbell, Dora
Luke Campbell, Trixie
Barbara Henderson, Archie
1m
Ruth Wilson, Maisie
Helen Pearson Murray, Daisy
Gwen Scott, Duke
Shannon Robinson, Luna
Caitlyn Stuart, Oscar
Robyn McCluskey, Make a Move
Leah McLeister, Cheeko
Katie King, Gina
Katie King, Frank
Ashleigh Wray, Armani
Rachelle Harding, Tookanoo
Catherine Robinson, Splash of Colour
1.1m
Brogan McCrum, Finn
Ronan Ptacek, Jolie
Katie King, Rocky
Kirsten Farr, Jasper
Leanne Wray, Josie
Catherine Robinson, Ruane
1.2m
Ronan Ptacek, Jolie
Kirsten Farr, Jasper
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