Thunder at Connell Hill’s Training Show
Connell Hill welcomed competitors to jump tracks in the sweeping scenic view of the outdoor arena as the heat of the day could still be felt long into the evening. Even though this show is ‘training’, fun and enjoyment is very much incorporated into this making schooling, training, discipline all an enjoyable experience therefore relaxing riders which has the knock on effect of then relaxing their horse. The show commenced with the 50 cm class with clear rounds for Myah McLean on ‘Thunder’, Alex McMaster on ‘Lady’ and Hannah Woolsey on ‘Sweet As Candy’. The 60 cm class commenced and the only sound of thunder was the distinct sound of horses hooves as they made their way over the course with Alex McMaster on ‘Val’ and Myah McLean on ‘Thunder’ jumping double clear rounds. A very busy young lady aiming high was Alex McMaster as she jumped double clear on ‘Val’ in the 70 cm class. The arena crew set to work and adjusted the course for the 80 cm class which saw Ciara Heron on ‘QT Blue’ jump a super double clear and Jade Harper on, her super horse, ‘Dollar’ also amongst the double clears. With everyone still having a pleasurable night the show moved to the 90 cm class which saw determination and gusto rewarded with double clears for Catherine McWilliams on ‘Little Wood Clover’, Natasha Henderson on ‘Snippet’ and Gia Trainor on ‘Penny’. Taking the challenge of the 1.0 m claiming double clear was Carole Dinning on ‘Rathcarvaig Cool Imp’ who then went on to claim double clear in the 1.10 m class with Sarah Kinear on ‘Jenna’.
Everyone is welcome to join us and remember to keep an eye out for shows advertised attaining to your level at Connell Hill – Your Venue!
Grand Finale of Summer SJI Horse League on Thursday 31st July at 10.00 am, classes 80 cm – 1.30 m. Qualifiers for this final must have jumped at four league dates.
Ulster Amateur Rider Of The Year Show on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September at 9.30 am, with on site stabling. Great sponsorship where prizes will be presented 1st to 8th place in all classes which are Welcome Stakes, Power and Speed, Amateur Derby and Grand Prix and Ulster Region Points Cup.
Training Shows will continue on Friday night, as jumping is outdoor this show will commence at 6.30 pm sharp, 50 cm – 1.0 m classes, where everyone will receive a warm welcome with café facilities for hot and cold drinks/snacks.
Further details contact Gillian on 078 03 178 009 or Grace 077 65 884 254.
RESULTS
50 cm: Myah McLean – Thunder, Alex McMaster – Lady, Hannah Woolsey – Sweet As Candy
60 cm: Rhiannon Loughran – Dirrah Sahara, Myah McLean – Thunder, Sarah McConkey – Star, Hannah Woolsey – Sweet As Candy, Alex McMaster – Val, Jessica Higgins – Crystal, Cherie McHugh – Storm
70 cm: Rhiannon Loughran – Dirrah Sahara, Alex McMaster – Val, Joanne Booth – Rainbows Promise, David Taylor – Lily, Jessica Higgins – Crystal, Naomi McCavana – Molly
80 cm: Ciara Heron – QT Blue, Amber Vick – Yogi, Susie Craig – Lincourt Saracen, David Taylor – Lily, Natasha Henderson – Snippet, Naomi McCavana – Molly, Joanne Booth – Rainbows Promise, Alisha McNama – Flynn, Jade Harper – Dollar
90 cm: Catherine McWilliams – Little Wood Clover, Natasha Henderson – Snippet, Gary Close – Ollie, Gia Trainor – Penny, Stephanie Scullion – Aussie, Sarah Kinear – Migit, Shelley Bell – Ben, Ciara Heron – QT Blue
1.0 m: Gia Trainor – Loughshannon Lad, Sarah Kinear – Jenna, Carole Dinning – Rathcarvaig Cool Imp, Seaneen McCoy – Hazel Star
1.10 m: Carole Dinning – Rathcarvaig Cool Imp, Gia Trainor – Loughshannon Lad, Sarah Kinear – Jenna
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