Pippa and ‘Scooby Bee’ dominate at The Meadows' Inter-Schools' jumping

Fourth week of Inter-Schools’ Show jumping League sees fierce competition

The fourth week of the highly anticipated Meadows Inter-Schools’ Show jumping League, supported by TRI Equestrian NI and Baileys Horse Feeds, showcased exceptional talent and fierce competition among schools in the region on Saturday (October 28).

Pippa Moore on ‘Scooby Bee’, winners of the 1.10m Premier Individual class. PICTURES: courtesy of Tori O’Connor

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In the 50cm Individual category, Alexa Reid, riding her pony ‘Peggy’, demonstrated remarkable precision by coming closest to the Optimum time of 48 seconds.

The 50cm Primary Teams event witnessed an outstanding performance by the all-girl quartet from Clare Primary School, securing a well-deserved victory.

Annie Crawford on ‘Benson’ were part of the winning 50cm Team from Clare PS.

Maeve Nesbitt travelled all the way from Co. Monaghan to conquer the 60cm Individual class, achieving an impressive result aboard ‘Jessie Jay’.

The 70cm Primary Team competition saw the Highflyers emerge as the champions, with Stewartstown Primary School finishing in second place and the Saddle Sisters claiming the third spot.

Sarah Wilson, riding ‘Didi’ for Broughshane Primary School, outshone competitors to claim victory in the 70cm Individual category. Meanwhile, Hunterhouse College from Belfast displayed exceptional teamwork and skills, emerging as winners in the fiercely contested 75cm Secondary Teams event. Magherafelt High School secured the second position, showcasing their talent and dedication.

Charlie Weston on ‘Socks’ were part of the winning 65/70cm Primary Teams class, the High Flyers.

In the Secondary Individual 75cm class, Jack Cowan from Lurgan Junior High School took a commanding lead with his remarkable partner, ‘Edentrillick Honeybee’.

Dromore High School emerged as the winners in the Novice Teams category, demonstrating their prowess and teamwork.

The winning Novice Team from Dromore High School: Isaac McCarthy, Izzy Irvine and Zara Reid.

In the Novice Individual 85cm division, Aoife Davis from Saintfield High School showcased exceptional riding skills, securing a well-deserved victory.

The Open Teams category witnessed an impressive performance by Assumption Grammar, who claimed the top spot in a highly competitive field.

Pippa Moore from Moira Primary School left an indelible mark on the competition, clinching victory in both the Open Individual 1m and the Premier Open Individual 1.10m divisions. Moore's exceptional talent and determination shone brightly throughout the event.

The Meadows Inter-Schools’ Show jumping League continues to provide a platform for young equestrians to showcase their skills, foster teamwork and promote sportsmanship among schools in the region. The league's success would not be possible without the generous support of TRI Equestrian NI and Baileys Horse Feeds.

For more information and updates on the Meadows Inter-Schools’ Show jumping League and their other forthcoming events over the winter months, please visit www.themec.co.uk or contact 028 3832 2417.

RESULTS

Saturday, October 28

Inter-Schools’ Show jumping League - Week 4

50cm Primary Individual:

1) Alexa Reid, Peggy, Riverdale Primary School; 2) Tara Hanna Kerr, Castleviews Mr Sullivan, Kilbroney Integrated Primary School; 3) Izzie Browne, Shantiks Boy, Strandtown Primary School; 4) Thomas Abernethy, Forlan Sweet Charity, Stewartstown Primary School; 4) Georgia Davis, Kilshane Georgia, Academy Primary School; 6) Poppy Thompson, Mary Doll, Waringstown Primary.

50cm Primary Teams:

1) Clare Primary School: Eliza Burke, Drumhass Diamond; Em-j Crawford, Benson; Annie Crawford, Benson; Em-j Crawford, Dylan; 2) Tullylagan Mix Ups: Erin Bates, Aughmore Dante; Dara Currie, Belles Boy; Thomas Abernethy, Forlan Sweet Charity; Evelyn O'Neill, Jigsaw; 3) Killinchy Primary: Kate Green, Apple Jack; Molly Anderson, Basil; Kate Green, Matilda.

60cm Primary Individual:

1) Maeve Nesbitt, Jessie Jay, Annyalla National School, Co. Monaghan; 2) Bella Murtagh, Tickles, Lisnadill; 3) Freddie McCusker, Peaches, Moira Primary School; 4) Eliza Burke, Drumhass Diamond, Clare PS; 5) Emma Niblock, Millie, Kilkeel Primary School; 6) Erin Bates, Ruthstown Speed, Woods PS.

70cm Primary Teams:

1) Highflyers: Charlie Watson, Socks; Henry McCarthy, Balnashallog Goldfinch; Ellie Murphy, Bronheulog Harvey; Lee Pike, Fudge; 2) Stewartstown Primary School: Sophia Newell, Barnfield Splash of Colour; Isobel Abernethy, Shadow of a Star; Kathryn Walker, Nomination; Zara Abernethy, Greendown Ozzy; 3) Saddle Sisters: Sarah Wilson, DiDi; Paige Erwin, Quincey; Daniel Stewart, Summer; Sarah Wilson, Princess.

70cm Primary Individual:

1) Sarah Wilson, Didi, Broughshane PS; 2) Lee Pike, Fudge, Aughnacloy Primary School; 3) Tilly Ham, Beechmount Grey, Sullivan Prep; 4) Sofia Newell, Barnfield Splash of Colour, Bush Primary School; 5) Henry McCarthy, Balnashallog Goldfinch, Downshire Primary; 6) Amelia Grant, Jazz, Iveagh Primary School. 

75cm Secondary Teams:

1) Hunterhouse College: Lilly Totten, Diamond; Robyn Rice, Holiday Kruising; Ava Phillips Martin, Tara's Lady; Isabella Irwin, Sam; 2) Magherafelt High School: Lily McKenzie, Boskill Diamond; Emily McNeilly, Shannonvay Dunnard Delight; Lily McKenzie, Emperors Dream; 3) Scared Heart Grammar: Ellie Hynds, JJ; Rosie Strain, Angel; Genevieve Lennon, Boom; Leah Lennon, Beau.

75cm Secondary Individual:

1) Jack Cowan, Edentrillick Honey Bee, Lurgan Junior High School; 2) Emma Baird, Sprite, Banbridge Academy; 3) Elen Irwin, Malin Belle, Cookstown High School; 4) Freya O’Kane, Derravaragh Peaches, Slemish College; 5) Ella Rose Sands, Rosie, Saint Catherine's College Armagh; 6) Rosie Strain, Angel, SHGS.

Isaac McCarthy on ‘Hollywood Pippin’ were part of the winning Novice Team from Dromore High School.

85cm Novice Teams:

1) Dromore High School: Zara Reid, Greylands Diamond Girl; Isaac McCarthy, Hollywood Pippin; Izzy Irvine, Clear Water; Zara Reid, Kingsman Dave; 2) Catherine Cowan, Buttons; Kirsten Bailie, Dapple Delight; Eva Curran, Bluebell; Kirsten Bailie, Bluebell; 3) Bloomfield Collegiate: Bea Browne, Dartry Ranger; Lucy Knox, Pinecroft Elite; Abi Gardner, Hillside Nicely Dun; Jenny McCurry, Kate by Echo.

85cm Novice Individual:

1) Aoife Davis, Oldtown Starling, Saintfield High School; 2) Scott McKnight, Astro, Rathfriland High; 3) Abi Gardner, Hillside Nicely Dun, Bloomfield Collegiate; 4) Lucy Orr, Jazzy Susie, Royal School Dungannon; 4) Erin Doherty, Consider It Dun, Methodist College Belfast; 6) Isabella Irwin, Sam, Hunterhouse College.

1m Open Teams:

1) Assumption Grammar: Ruby Kincaid, PJ; Riona Savage, Woodstock P; Anna Morrow, Patsy Fagan; Megan Savage, Coffee Luck Thunder; 2) Down High Flyers: James Murphy, Leestone Carrick Prince; Ellen MacNabb, Bonecastle Lass; Cara MacNabb, Melody Maker; James Murphy, Roundtsone Star Express; 3) Dromore High: Jenna Morton, Stella; Abbie Knox, Freeway; Eve Fitzsimmons, Tiboy Des Etisses; Katie McKee, Darkies Boy.

Ruby Kincaid on ‘PJ’ were part of the winning Open Team from Assumption Grammar.

1m Open Individual:

1) Pippa Moore, Scooby Bee, Moira Primary School; 2) Aoife Davis, Oldtown Starling, Saintfield High School; 3) Erin Doherty, Consider It Dun, Methodist College Belfast; 4) Riona Savage, Knockash Willis, Assumption Grammar; 5) Sarah Gilchrist, Max, St Colmcilles High School Crossgar; 6) Poppy McMurray, Finding Nemo, Victoria College Belfast.

1.10m Premier Open:

1) Pippa Moore, Scobby Bee, Moira Primary School; 2) Taylor McKnight, Indie, Rathfriland High; 3) Holly Ross, Star of Hollymount, Belfast Royal Academy; 4) Elle West, Magherard Celtic, Victoria College Belfast; 5) Oliver Kinnear, Rosedale Sandstorm, The High School, Ballynahinch; 6) Ruby Kinkaid, PJ, Assumption Grammar.