True Grit at Connell Hill’s SJI Horse League
It was good to see riders full of enthusiasm and true grit as they got the bit between their teeth and turned out in style to compete at the 2nd league date of this SJI Horse League at Connell Hill enduring the most unfavourable weather conditions. This most elite of all sports demands dedication with behind the scenes hours of patient hard work appreciated by those doing exactly the same. The relaxed environment saw true grit and dedication for riders up and on the road early for the first classes of the day with double clears in the 90 cm class for Noel McKee on ‘Keeford Sundance’, Robert Newell on ‘Sligo Cavalier Lass’ and Kevin Mackey on ‘Neat Moonshadow’. As the competition grew Noel then went on to jump double clear on ‘Keeford Sundance’ in the 1.0 m class with Angie McKeown on ‘Pennys’ Lagan’. The fences moved up for the 1.10 m class with Alison McLean on ‘Shilow Natal’ jump a very stylish double clear and Robert Newell, from Stewartstown having as most successful day, also go double clear on ‘RNH Boudiccea’ going on to claim double clear in the 1.20 m class with ‘’RNH Boudiccea’ and ‘Zinniz Roundthorn’.
Your Pathway to HOYS: To have your chance to be SPOTTED for the pathway Connell Hill, Randalstown, will hold a TSR Training Class/Clinic on 17th & 18th February 2014. TSR Spotters will be looking for talented riders and their horses/ponies who have potential as a combination; riders who have a good understanding of the importance of basic flatwork training techniques demonstrating this through the development of their horse/pony’s training and paces.
Training Shows will continue next Friday night at 6.30 pm, X-Poles – 1.10 m classes, where everyone will receive a warm welcome with café facilities for hot and cold drinks/snacks.
*Horse Training Show* Thursdays 13th, 20th and 27th February at 10.00 am, classes 80 cm – 1.20 m. This show is the perfect opportunity for schooling, training or that little bit of extra fitness before jumping registered on Saturdays.
SJI Horse League continues on Saturday15th February at 10.00 am, classes 80 cm – 1.30 m. League dates are 15th and 20th February, 1st, 8th, 22nd and 29th March, Sunday 13th, Saturday 19th and final on 26th April. Competitors must jump at five league dates to qualify for final.
N.I.W.H.A Working Hunter Show on Sunday 16th February at 9.00 am.
IPS Working Hunter Show on Sunday 23rd February.
Watch out for further details on £1,000 Pony Shows, James Wray Trust Working Hunter Show and Grand Prix Horse Show in the near future.
Further details contact Gillian on 078 03 178 009 or Grace 077 65 884 254, www.connellhill.com
RESULTS
90 cm: Noel McKee – Keeford Sundance, Robert Newell – Sligo Cavalier Lass, Kevin Mackey – Neat Moonshadow
1.0 m: Noel McKee – Keeford Sundance, Angie McKeown – Pennys Lagan,
1.10 m: Robert Newell – RNH Boudiccea, Alison Ruth McLean – Shilow Natal
1.20 m: Robert Newell – RNH Boudiccea, Robert Newell – Zinniz Roundthorn
Category: News, Results, Show Jumping
