Schools' Show jumping Series reaches halfway stage at Meadows

Impressive turnout of riders, coaches and spectators

The Inter-Schools’ Show Jumping Series, organised by Meadows Equestrian Centre, Lurgan, entered the halfway stage on Saturday (October 14) with the third leg of the popular series taking place. With the generous support of TRI Equestrian NI and Baileys Horse Feeds, this event has become a highlight in the equestrian calendar for schools in the area.

Asya Dixon and ‘Sliabh Ban Rosie’, part of the winning Open Team from Glenlola College. PICTURES: courtesy of Tori O’Connor

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The third leg of the series once again witnessed an impressive turnout of enthusiastic riders, coaches and spectators throughout the day. The competitors demonstrated exceptional talent, determination and teamwork, as they navigated the challenging show jumping courses set by the esteemed course designers.

TRI Equestrian NI, a leading supplier of equestrian equipment and apparel, has been a key partner in this series, providing valuable support and resources to enhance the overall experience for participants. Additionally, Baileys Horse Feeds, renowned for their high-quality equine feeds, has played a crucial role in supporting this long-running annual event with support and resources also.

Kym Moore and ‘Lilly’, winners of the Premier Individual class.

Meadows Equestrian Centre extends its heartfelt gratitude to TRI Equestrian NI and Baileys Horse Feeds for their unwavering support and commitment to the Schools’ Show Jumping Series. As well as that, thanks go to all the judges, starters and arena parties that keep the arenas running so efficiently.

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

The fourth leg of the Schools’ Show Jumping Series is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 28, where Meadows will once again welcome all equestrian enthusiasts, schools and riders. Interested parties are encouraged to visit the website: www.themec.co.uk or contact the office for further information.

RESULTS

Saturday, October 14

Inter-Schools’ Show Jumping Series

Primary 50cm Individuals:

1) Ella Johnston, Katie, Birches Primary School; 2) Emily Watters, Freddie, Coagh Primary School; 3) Zara Moore, AppleJack, Cookstown Primary School; 4) Poppy Moore, Star of Dawn, Dromore Central Primary; 5) Thomas Abernethy, Forlan Sweet Charity, Stewartstown Primary School; 6) Erin Bates, Aughmore Dante, Woods PS.

Ella Johnston and ‘Katie’, winners of the Primary 50cm Individual class.

Primary Teams 50cm:

1) Waringstown Primary School: Chloe Hall, Sparky; Kacie Wickie, Dazzle; Lauren Orr, Teddy; Poppy Thompson, Mary Doll; 2) Tullylagan Mix Ups: Erin Bates, Aughmore Dante; Thomas Abernethy, Brookvale Royal Consort; Dara Currie, Belles Boy; Evelyn O’Neill, Jigsaw; 3) Clare Primary School: Emma Jayne Crawford, Dylan; Annie Crawford, Benson; Eliza Burke, Drumhass Diamond; Annie Crawford, Dylan.

Primary 60cm Individuals:

1) Ailsa Wood, Sassy, Fullerton House; 2) Sofia Taylor, Scarlett Multipla, Joseph’s carnacaville; 3) Chloe Hall, Jack, Waringstown Primary School; 4) Kate Green, Apple Jack, Killinchy Primary School; 5) Kacie Wickie, Dazzle, Waringstown Primary School; 6) Charlie Watson, Goldengrove Miss Markle, Waringstown Primary School.

Primary 70cm Teams:

1) High Flyers: Charlie Watson, Socks; Henry McCarthy, Balnashallog Goldfinch; Ellie Murphy, Bronheulog Harvey; Lee Pike, Fudge; 2) Saddle Sisters: Sarah Wilson, DiDi; Paige Erwin, Quincey; Indie Bingham, Dat’ll Do; Sarah Wilson, Princess; 3) Stewartstown Primary School: Sophia Newell, Barnsfield Splash of Colour; Zara Abernethy, Greendown Ozzy; Kathryn Walker, Dagda Mellow; Isobel Abertnethy, Shadow of a Star.

Lee Pike and ‘Fudge’ were part of the winning 65/70cm Primary Team the High Flyers and won the 70cm Primary Individual class.

Primary 70cm Individuals:

1) Lee Pike, Fudge, Aughnacloy Primary School; 2) Jackson Burns, Hazy, Kilkeel Primary School; 3) Zara Abernethy, Greendown Ozzy, Stewartstown Primary School; 4) Charlie Watson, Socks, Waringstown Primary School; 5) Sarah Wilson, Didi, Broughshane P.S; 6) Isobel Abernethy, Shadow of a Star, Stewartstown Primary School.

Secondary 75cm Teams:

1) Victoria College - Cranmore: Jennifer Tate, Danny Girl; Poppy McMurray, Finding Nemo; Jennifer Chulsindale, Silver Button; Jenifer Tate, The Red Fox; 2) Victoria College - Richmond: Martha McMurray, Willow; Susannah Tate, Blaze; Amelia Irwin, Jack; Georgia Shannon, Daisy; 3) Banbridge Academy - Waddell: Holly Rice, My Isabella; Kirsty Fisher, Millie; Lily Murphy, Harvey; Emma Baird, Rocky.

Winners of the 75cm Secondary Teams, Victoria College Cranmore: Jennifer Tate, Poppy McMurray and Martha McMurray.

Secondary 75cm Individuals:

1) Elen Irwin, Malin Belle, Cookstown High School; 2) Jack Cowan, Edentrillick Honey Bee, Lurgan Junior High School; 3) Genevieve Lennon, Boom, Sacred Heart Grammar School; 4) Emma Baird, Sprite, Banbridge Academy; 5) Katie Kilpatrick, Vales Roe Sparrow Gem, Cullybackey College; 6) Leah Lennon, Beau, Sacred Heart Grammar School.

Novice 85cm Teams:

1) Dromore High School: Zara Reid, Diamond Girl; Isaac McCarthy, Hollywood Pippin; Izzy Irvine, Clear Water; Zara Reid, Kingsman Dave; 2) Lily Murphy, Dunkin; Serena Brown, Monty; Annabelle Betts, Percy; Juliana Nelson, Bob; 3) Lurgan College: Catherine Cowan, Buttons; Kirsten Bailie, Dapple Delight; Eva Curran, Bluebell; Kirsten Bailie Bluebell.

Novice 85cm Individuals:

1) Charlotte Nelson, Sugar Dolly, Wellington College; 2) Lucy Orr, Jazzy Susie, Royal School Dungannon; 3) Jack Cowan, Edentrillick Honeybee, Lurgan Junior High School; 4) Erin Doherty, Consider It Dun, Methodist College Belfast; 5) Aoife Davis, Oldtown Starling, Saintfield High School; 6) Molly Magorrian, Lisgreen Silver Prince, Kilkeel High School.

Charlotte Nelson and ‘Sugar Dolly’, winners of the Novice Individual class.

Open 1m Teams:

1) Glenlola Collegiate: Scarlet Thompson, Interstat Cleopatra; Poppy Duff, Kiltiernan Pride; Asya Dixon, Sliabh Ban Rosie; Scarlet Thompson, DS Little Red Fox; 2) Dromore High School: Jenna Morton, Stella; Abbie Knox, Freeway; Grace Brannen, Run This Town; Katie McKee, Darkies Boy; 3) Assumption Grammar: Ruby Kinkaid, PJ; Riona Savage, Knockash Willis; Emma Burns, Mon Ami Alme; Anna Morrow, Patsy Fagan.

Open 1m Individuals:

1) Sophia Bingham, Dowdstown Vic, Cambridge House Grammar School; 2) Pippa Moore, Scooby Bee, Moira Primary School; 3) Elizabeth McCracken, Foaly, Killicomaine Junior School; 4) Soul-be Courtney, The Dark Knight Rises, Regent House; 5) Lucy Orr, Jazzy Susie, Royal School Dungannon; 6) Shannon Curran, Mirdads Jeebral, Saint Catherine's College Armagh.

Premier Open 1.10m Individuals:

1) Kym Moore, Lilly, Cookstown HS; 2) Charlotte McCracken, Builder, Portadown College; 3) Sophia Bingham, Morepark Alamo, Cambridge House Grammar School; 4) Soul-be Courtney, The Dark Knight Rises, Regent House; 5) Elizabeth McCracken, Foaly, Killicomaine Junior High School; 6) Kym Moore, Lucy, Cookstown HS.