https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie RSS feeds for Showjumping Ireland Ulster 60 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/694/Judges-Seminar-2021--via-Zoom#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=694 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=694&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/694/Judges-Seminar-2021--via-Zoom Judges Seminar 2021 - via Zoom   Monday 15th March @7.30pm Please contact Karen on ulsterregionsji@gmail.com for registration and to enable link to zoom meeting to be sent. It is compulsory that all Judges attend a seminar every 2 yrs. Superuser Account Tue, 02 Mar 2021 11:29:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:694 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/670/McCracken-Kelly-and-Maybin-Headline-at-TRI-Tour-Final#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=670 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=670&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/670/McCracken-Kelly-and-Maybin-Headline-at-TRI-Tour-Final The TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour Final at Portmore on Saturday 19th October was the icing on the cake for a very successful tour.  Many young riders were in their element receiving recognition on the podium for their hard work and commitment since the tour began at the end of August.  Many were geared for the forecasted weather, however the sun shone from dawn till dusk allowing riders in both arenas to enjoy the perfect ending to their TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour.  Early classes featured 148 ponies in the Bluegrass outdoor at Portmore, while 128 ponies competed in the newcomer classes indoors.  Millie Spence and Dagda Mellow were one of the 7 combinations on maximum score heading to the final, their consistent efforts paid off when their win in the final ensured that extra point to win the overall league in the 128 50cm class.  Shannon Cairns on Priah were 2nd, with Megan Harris and Rookery Zoe in third and Harriet O’Hagan in fourth.  Lexie Maguire who finished 5th in the 50cm, made the most of her experience and went on to win the 60cm class and overall league in the process!  Megan Harris was second this time, with Juliana Nelson and Casper in third. Gareth McCombe from TRI Equestrian kindly brought a mountain of bags that morning containing lots of prizes and goodies which were an absolute pleasure to present on the day.  The excitement on everyone’s faces as they received their TRI bags packed full of top-quality TRI products was the cherry on top for organisers and parents too. All photographs from Saturday's final and all presentations can be purchased from John Gibson at http://sportingimagesni.co.uk Meanwhile the 148 ponies outside competed in the 90cm class and Ava Stubbs on Stonebrook Tosca celebrated as the first winner of the day.  With 10 competitors on equal points before the final round, their win secured that valuable 1 point lead overall to claim top spot on the TRI Equestrian podium.  Amy McLaughlin’s second place in the final gave her the second position overall, while Caitlin Comey finished third in the tour.  Ava also won the TRI Equestrian 148 1m class giving her enough points to slot into 4th overall, while Freya Sayle’s placing was enough to take first place for the league.  Zara Burns finished in second and Anna McLean was third overall.  Lucy Morton won the 1.10m class at Portmore, and the overall tour, while Erin Crawford finished second and Dylan Torrens was third.  In the TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 148 1.10m 6&7 year olds, Cara McFadden’s consistency paid off as they finished in first place overall.  Erin Crawfords win on the day secured 4th position overall.  Ellen Thompson finished in second place, while Simone Leathem finished in third.  Lucy Morton won the 1.20m class on the day as well, giving her enough points to take 4th place overall.  Yiayan Evans was second at the final, however his consistent top form early in the league ensured a clear victory for the overall tour.  Niamh McEvoy who finished third at the final, received second place overall, while Ellen Thompson who also featured in the 1.10m presentation, finished in third place for this 1.20m class as well. Eunan Kelly was the first young man to get a spot on the podium and he did so in style as he took the win in both the TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 128 70cm and 128 80cm classes on two different mounts, Tuity Fruity and A Little Fairplay respectively.  In the 70cm class, Lucy Donnan was second and 4th in the 80cm, while Jessica Baxter was third in the 70 and second in the 80.  Lexie Maguire featured in these prize giving presentations once again, taking 5th in the 70cm class and third in the 80cm.  The 85cm class saw competition hotting up even further and this time, it was Elizabeth McCracken who took first place, giving her the valuable points she needed to take top spot on the podium aswell! Lily Tunney finished just one point behind her overall to take second place with Cillian Torrens in third.  Elizabeth then went on and repeated her success in the 128 90cm class too!  This time, Cillian Torrens stepped up into second place on the day and overall, while Zara-Jane Kelly finished in third place overall.  The TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 128 1m class was won by Robert Russell who has enjoyed a fabulous season so far, Jamie Clarke finished in second place overall and Charlotte McCracken took third spot on the podium.   138cm classes were held in the outdoor commencing with the 138 80’s.  The first to claim a rosette and the league title was Kiera McGrath and Coomlogane Kojak, whose win gave them a 1 point lead over the 5 other competitors arriving at the final on maximum scores.  Lucy Morton and Caoimhian Sharkey were equal second on identical speed round times giving them second equal in both the class and the league!  The TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 138 90cm class was owned by Lucy McCann who finished in first and second place, qualifying her for first and second in the league, with third place going to Emma Burns and Ardnacashel Little Dreamer.  In the 138 1m class, Cara McFadden collected her fourth win in the tour to seal her victory for the league.  Oliver Doherty who finished second had achieved three wins over the duration of the tour, meanwhile Jenny Dunlop achieving two class wins throughout the league finished in third place overall!  Jenny then went on to win the overall league in the 1.10m class, with Oliver Doherty in second and Camryn Clarke in third. The Final classes for the day were the TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour COH/Junior 1m, COH & Junior 1.10m & 1.20m who completed an enthusiastic day in the later hours of Saturday night.  In the 1M class, five competitors finished on the maximum score with their placings at the final deciding their overall placings through the league.  Niamh McEvoy took the win on the day bringing her into the prizes, while Ben Maybin, who finished in second took topspot on the podium for the overall league.  Alexandra Kiernan finished in second for the league with Sadie McMahon in third overall. Pictured right 148 1.20m league winners Yiayan Evans 1st, Niamh McEvoy 2nd, Ellen Thompson 3rd, Lucy Morton 4th, Erin Crawford 5th, Annie Gibson 6th, and Emily Steele in 7th photographed with Joey McEvoy TRI Team Mascot on Saturday! The TRI Equestrian Children on Horses 1.10m/1.20m class was won by Simone Leathem whose valuable points secured the overall tour win.  Cormac Taggart finished in second place on the podium while Sadie McMahon once again took to the podium for third place. Top position on the Junior 1.10m/1.20m podium saw the return of Ben Maybin whose second place in his second class of the day, also secured his first place finish overall.  Tadhg Clarke finished in second overall, with Shauna Farrell in third for the class and the TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Junior 1.10/1.20m Tour. After almost 12 hours of jumping, over 300 competitors took to Portmore’s arenas at the final with recognitions of TRI Equestrian league rosettes and prizes being awarded to over 150 of those talented athletes.  The Ulster Region Pony Committee would like to thank TRI Equestrian for their amazing support of our young riders who we have watched gain experience as this league has progressed.   Following the event, Aldyth Roulston commented “We are absolutely thrilled with the success of today’s final round.  It’s a pleasure to see the development and progress in our young riders week by week throughout the tour and to present the TRI sponsored prizes as a reward for hard work is even better.  We are extremely thankful to Gareth McComb at TRI Equestrian who has been an invaluable support helping us run our tours over the last number of years, and we would encourage our competitors to visit the TRI shop and reciprocate that support.  Thank you to all the parents and venues who supported this tour making it such a success for our young Ulster riders.” Pictured below 128 60cm tour winners Lexie Maguire 1st, Megan Harris 2nd, Juliana Nelson 3rd, Millie Spence 4th, Megan Hannahway 5th, Harriet O'Hagan 6th, Lucy Johnston 7th, Elsie Tunney 8th - well done everyone! 128 50cm TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                 1st          Millie Spence, Dagda Mellow 2nd        Shannon Cairns, Priah 3rd         Megan Harris, Rookery Zoe 4th         Harriet Ohagan, He's So Naughty 5th         Lexie Maguire, Jack-A-Roo 6th         Megan Hannaway, Princess Vicky 7th         Ellie Bingham, Dat'ill Do 8th         Lauren McGrath, Tabita Carwyn   128 60cm TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                 1st          Lexie Maguire    Jack-A-Roo 2nd        Megan Harris     Rookery Zoe 3rd         Juliana Nelson   Casper (Ur) 4th         Millie Spence     Dagda Mellow 5th         Megan Hannaway            Princess Vicky 6th         Harriet Ohagan He's So Naughty 7th         Lucy Johnston   C.S. Galileo 8th         Elsie Tunney       Horizon Star                                 128 70cm TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                 1st          Eunan Kelly         Tuity Fruity 2nd        Lucy Donnan      Derrylanghan Sparrow 3rd         Jessica Baxter    Tabita Chantilly Lace 4th         Medb Kinney     Goldengrove Fantasy 5th         Lexie Maguire    Manny 6th         Connie McFadden           Charlie 7th         Zoe Mellett         Sox Line Cassie 8th         Sara Margey       Raheen Bonny                                   128 80cm TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                 1st          Eunan Kelly         A Little Fairplay 2nd        Jessica Baxter    Sparkling Class Act 3rd         Lexie Maguire    Manny 4th         Lucy Donnan      Derrylanghan Sparrow 5th         Lily Tunney         Scarletts Cromwell 6th         Sarah Mclaughlin              Phoenix Phantom 7th         Caitlin Weatherup           Scooby Dont 8th         Lori Smith            Top Spot                                 128 85cm U10's TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                     1st          Elizabeth McCracken     2nd        Lily Tunney         3rd         Cillian Torrens   4th         Zoe Caskey         5th         Caitlin Kelly         6th         Medb Kinney     7th         Johan Fitzpatrick Burns 8th         Sarah Mclaughlin                 128 90cm TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019 1st          Elizabeth McCracken 2nd        Cillian Torrens 3rd         Zara-Jane Kelly 4th         Lori Smith 5th         Jessica Baxter 6th         Charlotte McCracken 7th         Lily Tunney 8th         Peter Morton                 128 1M TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019     1st          Robert Russell 2nd        Jamie Clarke 3rd         Charlotte McCracken 4th         Zara-Jane Kelly 5th         Lori Smith 6th         Peter Morton 7th         no competitors 8th         no competitors   138 80cm TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                 1st          Kiera McGrath   Coomlogane Kojak 2nd        Lucy Morton      Molly (SJI) 3rd         Caoimhian Sharkey         Sparkling Miss Ellie (ihr) 4th         Jessica Baxter    Sparkling Boomadonna 5th         Caoimhian Sharkey         Sparkling Kiowa Moon 6th         Savannah-Rose McElhatton         Shanbo mirah star 7th         James Courtney-Cadam Mister Pebbles 8th         Peter Morton    Tynan Espresso     138 90cm TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                 1st          Lucy Mc Cann    Gortmore Julie 2nd        Lucy McCann     Callens Lady 3rd         Emma Burns       Ardnacashel Little Dreamer 4th         Calum Mc veigh Knockagaron Fear Bui Falcon 5th         Peter Morton    Tynan Espresso 6th         Caoimhian Sharkey         Sparkling Lackaghmore Louis 7th         Caoimhian Sharkey         Sparkling Miss Ellie (ihr) 8th         Jessica Baxter    Sparkling Boomadonna   138 1m TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019     1st          Cara Mc Fadden 2nd        Oliver Doherty 3rd         Jenny Dunlop 4th         Lucy Mc Cann 5th         Beth Thompson 6th         Calum McVeigh 7th         Cormac Taggart 8th         Kiera McGrath     138 1.10m TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019               1st          Jenny Dunlop 2nd        Oliver Doherty 3rd         Camryn Clarke 4th         Cara Mc Fadden 5th         Cormac Taggart 6th         Beth Thompson 7th         Kiera McGrath 8th         Maeve Clarke   148 90cm TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                 1st          Ava Stubbs          Stonebrook Tosca 2nd        Amy McLaughlin               Knockgraffon Girl 3rd         Caitlin Comey    Princess Nora 4th         Caoimhian Sharkey         Woodside lad 5th         Bláthnaid Doherty           Erganagh Camaderry 6th         Maeve Clarke    Lissyegan bonny babe 7th         Megan O'Neill    Diamond II 8th         Emily Browne    Hillbillie Rocky                                 148 1m TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                     1st          Freya Sayle         Bungi 2nd        Zara Burns           Tullymurry Sunshine 3rd         Anna McLean     A Class Act 4th         Ava Stubbs          Stonebrook Tosca 5th         Harrison Blair     Free Lily 6th         Caitlin Comey    Princess Nora 7th         Conor Harris       OBS Good To Go 8th         Simone Leathem              Coolys Trendy                                   148 1.10m TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                               1st          Lucy Morton     2nd        Erin Crawford   3rd         Dylan Torrens   4th         Ellen Thompson 5th         Cara Mc fadden 6th         Simone Leathem             7th         Alexandra Kiernan           8th         Emily Steele                                       148 1.10m 6&7Year Old TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                     1st          Cara Mc fadden 2nd        Ellen Thompson 3rd         Simone Leathem             4th         Erin Crawford   5th         Clara Maguire   6th         Ben Walsh           7th         Emily Steele       8th         only 7 competed final                                     148 1.20m TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019                               1st          Yiayan Evans     2nd        Niamh McEvoy 3rd         Ellen Thompson 4th         Lucy Morton     5th         Erin Crawford   6th         Annie Gibson     7th         Emily Steele         COH / Junior 1m TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019     1st          Ben Maybin 2nd        Alexandra Kiernan 3rd         Sadie McMahon 4th         Tadhg Clarke 5th         Catherine Buchanan 6th         Shauna Farrell 7th         Niamh McEvoy 8th         Kathryn Morton                   COH 1.10m/1.20m TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019               1st          Simone Leathem 2nd        Cormac Taggart 3rd         Sadie McMahon 4th         Catherine Buchanan 5th         Alexandra Kiernan       Junior 1.10m/1.20m       TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019     1st          Ben Maybin 2nd        Tadhg Clarke 3rd         Shauna Farrell 4th         Niamh McEvoy Grace Carlisle Fri, 25 Oct 2019 10:41:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:670 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/669/Ulster-Host-National-Amateur-Championships#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=669 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=669&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/669/Ulster-Host-National-Amateur-Championships The Ulster Region played host to the National Amateur Championships in July this year and enjoyed a very successful show at Cavan Equestrian Centre.  Competitors travelled from across Ireland to show their support and make the most of a competitive and entertaining weekend of show jumping and community! Classes were split to provide prizes for both A and AA sections throughout the weekend which was well received by competitors.  (Photograph supplied courtesy of Laurence Dunne Jump In Action Photography.  To purchase photographs from this show click here.  The first class of the show was kindly sponsored by the Boomerang Restaurant and first through the finish line in the A section was Jenny Montgomery and Easy Time.  Ulster hosts were delighted to see numerous Ulster riders in the placings for many classes which started strong with Ruari Holmes finishing in 3rd & 7th, Roisin Hughes in 5th, and Sharon Junk in 6th place.  The AA section was won by Lisa Doyle which began her run of strong results for the overall title.  Meanwhile Ulster riders Ruth O’Brien finished in 2nd, with Jennifer Leeper in 3rd, Ian Moore in 5th and 8th with Fiona Thompson in 6th and 7th positions. The second class of the weekend was an accumulator with a joker fence which dared competitors to take a risk to improve their chances of featuring in the all important prize giving line ups.  This option was naturally favoured by many keen amateurs as they took on the imposing CWD planks. Winner of the AA section was Adrian Gilmartin and Carnaval Cocktail, with Sara Gorman and Take a Gamble in second and Lisa Doyle and Corland’s Clipper in third.  This time the A riders gained the advantage of seeing AA combinations take on the course first.  Fastest A rider was Naiomh O’Gorman and Ankaras, with Sharon Ryan in second on Diamond Pierre and Dani Murphy on Thornfield Dubh in third. The final class on the first day was a Horse First Mini Grand Prix, which featured fabulous hampers as prizes kindly donated to support the show.  Winner of the A section was Rebecca O’Toole Glenedens Lancealittle, while AA winner was Alex Robinson Bailey and Callie LVS Z. This combination then went on to win an Amateur Class at the RDS Dublin Horse Show in Simmonscourt, fresh from their success at the National Championships.  Adrian Gilmartin featured in the line up once again and took second place while Nicci Hall and Ladykiller finished in third. The following morning, the Turco Engineering Cotton Family Speed Challenge was won by Johnnie Fitzpatrick and Saunders Beach Ball Cruise who took three hundredths of a second off Sara Gormans blistering fast time of 56.28 in the AA section.  Times were extremely close between the two sections with the winning A rider, Ruari Holmes and Figaro IV stopping the clock in 55.98 with Emma Babos and Ballydeely Kate finishing in 56.61 seconds for a close second. The final class of the weekend was a Grand Prix sponsored from Cullies Maxol with vouchers for fuel or homeward bound refreshments to placed riders.  Stuart Clarke built a testing but enjoyable track for the finale of the show and it proved a fitting challenge for both A and AA sectionsSarah Kinnear and DStud Midget Gem were unbeatable in the AA section, while Ruari Holmes Figaro IV once again claimed top spot in the A section concluding a very successful weekend for them. Congratulations to Adrian Gilmartin and Carnaval Cocktail whose splendid top form had continued from Ulster based National Balmoral Championships earlier that month.  After winning the overall National Champion title, he then went on to further his overwhelming success with another Amateur Championship win in the main arena at the RDS Dublin Horse Show!  Adrian commented “"I've been blessed to enjoy a great season with Carnaval Cocktail, and as always with the amateur championships it's great craic as well as great jumping!  Thanks to everyone who helped organise it; the courses, prizes, schedules etc were brilliant and I'd encourage more amateurs to support this show next year too." Lisa Doyle may have taken time out to have her beautiful daughter last year, however she didn’t waste any time this weekend claiming the title of National speed Champion.  This accolade was celebrated by spectators who cheered home her well-earned return to top form.  Lisa commented “We really enjoyed the show, it was well run and had great prizes also big thanks to the Ulster committee for organising the show and ensuring everyone had a great weekend!" Thanks to everyone at Cavan Equestrian who were the perfect hosts and the hard working committee members who supported the show in many different ways.  A special mention must go to all those who supported the Ulster Region Amateur Committees fundraising raffle, their support was very much appreciated. The Ulster Region will once again host the National Championships in 2020 and are looking forward to building on a very successful 2019 show. Grace Carlisle Wed, 11 Sep 2019 12:47:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:669 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/666/Ballyward-Ulster-Region-Tour-Success#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=666 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=666&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/666/Ballyward-Ulster-Region-Tour-Success The Ballyward Equestrian Ulster Region Summer Horse Tour concluded at The Meadows Equestrian Centre on Sat 24th August 2019.  In true summer tour fashion, competitors came from far and wide to compete for both the league prize fund and the boosted class prize fund on the day thanks to the Ulster Region. Competitor numbers were high with every class almost doubling in entries against the final last year ensuring stiff competition and superb action for spectators to enjoy throughout the day. The day began with a 1.10m class in Arena 1 as Young Riders and Seniors competed for a prize fund of £650 in each section.  Sarah Burns had led the challenge to the final in the senior section with Georgies Star and achieving 5th place on the day secured her win in the league overall.  While Sarah Kinnear was placed 6th and secured her second spot on the podium.  Emma Jackson and Silken Allure finished in third on the podium in the 1.10m senior for the first of her league placings at the show.  Sheikh Samir Mirdad claimed the prize money for the class on the day stopping the clock in a time of 39.07 seconds.  Young rider Mackenzie Healy finished two hundredths of a second behind him to take the win in the Young Rider section of the class.  The Young Rider 1.10m podium battle was between Patrick McWilliams and Elle Johnston, with little separating them as they headed to the final, however Elle Johnston held onto the lead overall and took top spot on the podium. Meanwhile in Arena 2, action had started promptly and competitors were making the most of every opportunity to save valuable seconds in the speed round.  Fastest competitor on the day was Sharon Junk and Hollypark Toes who stopped the clock in a blistering time of 32.60 seconds.  Second fastest through the finish line was Justine O’Hara who claimed enough valuable points to secure her win for the overall league.  Second in the 90cm league was Maeve Lunny who commented “After following this league for 3 years and travelling the length and breadth of Ireland, I’m absolutely delighted to get second position overall.  We have a combined age of 80 between myself and Okee Dokee so to have a podium finish to this year’s league is absolutely brilliant.”  Third and final place on our 90cm league podium was Helen Pannell who commented on the “Glorious atmosphere, it’s been great to have something to aim for and compete in every Saturday encouraging us to visit new locations which we may not have otherwise travelled to.” The 1m course was promptly built and ready for the next class of competitors.  The battle for first position on the 1m podium was between the two mounts both ridden by Fiona Thompson.  Her own Curolea Roni claimed top spot with Eavan White’s O’Harabrook in second.  Third place overall went to Laura Irvine who commented “I’ve really enjoyed getting to such a variety of different shows and surfaces, meeting a great community of like minded people while competing has been great aswell.”  Winner on the day in the 1m class was Fionn Clarke on Delton, with Fiona Thompson in second and fourth while Karen Pearson and Hanley News finished in third.  The 1.20m winner on Saturday was also our 1.20m winner from National Balmoral’s Ballyward 1.20m class Dylan Ward and Hard Times.  As a young rider they claimed the young rider section of this class, while Emma Jackson and Creevagh For Sure claimed top spot in the senior section.  This win secured Emma’s return to the podium and top spot for the 1.20m league.  Second place in the senior section was Dermott Lennon and his seven year old Absolutely Kingmar Z.  Sarah Burns finished in 6th in the senior section on the day and did enough to claim 2nd and 3rd overall in this competitive league.  The Young Rider 1.20m podium saw the return of both Elle Johnston and Patrick McWilliams.  Elle won the overall league on Tawnmore Lux Furious, with Patrick in third on Drumrot Penny and Olivia Roulston stepped into second position with Philip Rosbothams Avalent having done enough earlier in the league to hold on to her position. The height of the fences in arena 1 went up again for the 1.35m class as competitors warmed up for this £3,500 prize fund.  A number of questions tested both horse and rider skill over the duration of the course in both rounds as spectators were kept on the edge of their seats to the very last round.  A young rider once again claimed victory in this class as Olivia Roulston fresh from Dublin success rode a foot perfect round onboard Erico.  Frank Curran claimed second on Oliver Twister and Third on Ardragh Chekoff, an eight year old grey gelding owned by Cliodhna Breen who Frank also competed at Dublin earlier this month.  Shannon Robinson and Chardonnay produced the only other double clear to finish in fourth while Jonathan Smyth onboard Ann Doherty’s Crystal Tom finished in fifth securing the overall league win and top spot on the podium.  Simon Scott finished second and third on the podium as reward for his consistent top form throughout league. Derek Reid, Ulster Region horse committee Chairman commented “We would like to thank every competitor who stepped forward to compete and support this year’s Ballyward Equestrian Summer Horse Tour including each centre and show who played host for our riders.  We are thrilled with the level of support received throughout the league and in the final leg.”  Derek continued… “We have enjoyed a splendid tour this year, our competitor numbers are up and we now look forward to next year’s tour with excitement.  Congratulations to everyone placed today in each class and on the podium, the standard of jumping has been exceptional and a pleasure to watch.” Grace Carlisle Fri, 30 Aug 2019 19:05:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:666 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/665/Interview-with-John-McEntee-after-European-Pony-Team-Gold-Success#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=665 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=665&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/665/Interview-with-John-McEntee-after-European-Pony-Team-Gold-Success Name John McEntee Age 16 We have all followed your tremendous success at the recent Pony European Championships, how did it feel to win a gold medal? It was an incredible feeling especially after such an exciting jump off What was the best thing about the Pony Europeans Winning the medal alongside my teammates Max, Tom, Frano and Niamh What pony were you competing? Little Smithe Tell us about him… He is 9 years old and is owned by Vinnie and Jean. I have had him since March How long have you been preparing for these championships? Preparation started at the beginning of the year through the TRI Spring Tour as well as the Plusvital Spring Tour which enabled me to go to Fontinbleau This wasn't your first trip to Europe this year to compete, where all have you competed in 2019? The first show was to Fontinbleau in France with My Gypsy Rose owned by Terry Johnston who was 3rd in the Nations Cup and 7th in the Grand Prix. I also had Little Smite and he finished 4th, 3rd and 1st on the final day. We also went to Wierdan in Holland with My Gyspy Rose who was 2nd in the Nations Cup and Brooklyn Du Granit owned by Dermott Lennon. Brooklyn du Granit finished 3rd in the 125 class. Hagen in Germany was the third trip with Little Smithe and HHS Mustang Sally owned by Hughes Horse Stud. Little Smithe was on the winning Nations Cup team and was 5th in the Grand Prix. HHS Mustang Sally won both days in the 125 class. A key figure in allowing me to gain experience and achieve these results is Gary Marshall. Throughout the year, Gary has been an influential figure at the shows which I am very grateful for. We know it takes a team of people to keep any successful competitor on the road, which people do you  feel have been the most influential in your riding career so far. I am very lucky to have supportive owners in Terry, Vinny, Jean, Dermott, Marion, James Kernan and Dan Walsh. Without owners, it was impossible to achieve the results.     Starting Out What age did you first start riding – tell us about your first pony… I competed at my first registered show when I was 5 years old on a 12.2 called Cream Socks. He was one of my first ponies alongside Redford Mayfly, I’m Otto and Super Sonic. Do you have any sponsors you’d like to mention? Horse First (Paddy Hughes) have supported me for some time and their products help ensure that my ponies are on top form. We also had a lot of sponsor support for the Europeans in HSI, TRM, Gain and many more. What's next for you? My aim for next year is to move onto horses with the goal of doing Juniors. I would like to thank you everyone who has supported and helped me to achieve my recent achievements, it has been instrumental. On behalf of the Ulster Region Pony Committee, we would like to congratulate you on your tremendous success this year and wish you every success in the future. Grace Carlisle Fri, 30 Aug 2019 18:56:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:665 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/664/Interview-with-Niamh-McEvoy-after-European-Pony-Team-Gold-Success#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=664 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=664&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/664/Interview-with-Niamh-McEvoy-after-European-Pony-Team-Gold-Success Name: Niamh McEvoy Age: 15 We have all followed your tremendous success at the recent Pony European Championships, how did it feel to win a gold medal?  It was absolutely fantastic. It was such a close competition. We were worried about the British, the French and the Germans. At the end of the 2nd round we had forced a jump off with Great Britain and when we won everybody was clapping and cheering and the Irish were going mad! What was the best thing about the Pony Europeans?  It was such a great experience and atmosphere and it was great to meet competitors from different countries. The Swedish team were lovely even though they threw me in the water jump! Because I had only one pony there I had time to mix and everyone was so good to us. The best part was of course winning a gold medal under Gary Marshall and there was a great team spirit with everyone pulling together and helping each other. It was a real team effort. What pony were you competing?  Ardfry Skye Tell us about her…  Ardfry Skye was bred and is owned by Pascal Crawford from Galway. Pascal was originally from Omagh. Skye is a full Connemara and she is a brilliant and honest pony and an incredible jumper. How long have you been preparing for these championships?  I have had Skye for just over a year and I did the Coolmore Premiers with her last year and she had a lot of good placings. From the start of this year I aimed to get on teams with her and especially the Europeans This wasn't your first trip to Europe this year to compete, where all have you competed this year? I have had a really busy year. Skye jumped a double clear in the Nations cup in Fontainebleau and we finished 3rd. She was double clear in Wierden in Holland on the team and we finished 2nd so the Europeans was my 3rd  trip abroad this year. Milchem Shes a Keeper also placed in every class in Fontainebleau and Toscane Davnir was in the ribbons in Wierden You had a successful Dublin aswell, tell us how you got on.  Dublin was great this year. Firemen was runner-up  in the first class in Simmonscourt and was 4th in the Championship in the Main Arena, Glenford Melody was also 6th in the first 6/7yo class. What's your favourite show? if you can name just one  This definitely has to be the RDS in Dublin. I have been going there for as long as I can remember and have completed at it since I was 11. The jumping is brilliant and the atmosphere is great! We know you always support the TRI Equestrian Spring and Autumn Tours and with this years Autumn tour starting soon, what do you enjoy most about these regional tours and why do you support them?  Tours are great for bringing ponies on and the competitions are really good. With the different heights it means that I can jump novice ponies as well as the more experienced ones. I think that the tours are great preparation for the next level and I love practising my clock rounds. TRI Equestrian also provide really good prizes which encourages so many people to follow the tour. The tours have really upped the standard in the Region. Who do you receive lessons from?  My mum helps me a lot with schooling and training. She used me as her rider for her coaching exams and it really helped my flat work. Flat work is so important for showjumping. I also get help from Denis Flannelly who is a brilliant trainer and he has taught me so much. I am really lucky as I also get help from Lucy Allen who is another really positive and knowledgeable coach We know it takes a team of people to keep any successful competitor on the road, which people do you feel have been most influential in your riding career so far?  I think my mum has helped me so much. She has ridden and competed herself so she was able to help me from the start to try to ride correctly. I have been very lucky with the owners who have given me great ponies to ride and Denis and Lucy have been brilliant Starting Out What advice would you give to someone new coming into the sport and starting in ponies? I think it is really good to watch other riders as you can learn so much just from watching them on the flat and jumping. Concentrate on your flatwork. Watch the top riders school and warm up their horses. Listen and take advice and help from others. What age did you first start riding?  I started riding when I was 10 months old on Huckleberry my first pony. He was about 10 hands and my mum said it was the only thing that stopped me crying! When I was 3 I managed to get rid of the lead rein and jump my first course of fences. I started out in the Seskinore Harriers Pony Club and had brilliant experiences at the pony club camps and on teams. What is the best thing about show jumping?  when everything works out and I get good results! I love my ponies and am really passionate about them. I love going to different shows and meeting my friends every week  School Which is done first, homework or riding?  Unfortunately homework. I go to the Loreto Convent in Omagh and they have a good showjumping team. I have competed on lots of school teams which my cousin Ellen Thompson. For the last couple of years I haven't had ponies to do schools jumping with but if I had I would definitely be there especially as it gets me out of school. Sponsors Do you have any sponsors you'd like to mention?  I am really grateful to TRI Equestrian who have sponsored me now for a number of years. I get lots of great tack and riding gear and it means that I can turn the ponies out really well. The Meadows Equestrian Centre and Portmore Equestrian Centre have also been very good to me and I really appreciate it. Why do you like working with them?  TRI Equestrian are so generous and they put so much into jumping. Gareth is always there to make sure that I have everything I need and I get the chance to try out new products before they are launched to let him know what I think. I recently got a Tesoro saddle which was brilliant. It was really comfortable and a good fit on all of the ponies. What’s your favourite product from TRI? I really love the Tesoro tack. What's next for your career?  What ponies are you competing at the moment?  At the moment I'm competing on Fireman, Ardfry Skye, Toscane Davnir, Milchem Shes a Keeper, Glenford Melody, Sparking Boomerangs Clover and Sparkling Mr Boomtastic. Which ponies are you most excited about?  It's hard to choose I am so lucky with the ponies I have but I always love jumping Fireman because he is so exciting to ride. What are your aims for the rest of this and into next year? The Premier final is coming up soon and it is very close between Frano, Rhys and myself. After the Europeans I was invited to jump at the Longines Masters in Paris at the start of December and I am really looking forward to this. I will hopefully also get selected to compete in the World Cup series show in Lyon at the end of October. Next year I will again concentrate on the RDS, the Coolmore Premier Series, the TRI Equestrian National Championships and hopefully the European Championships. On behalf of the Ulster Region Pony Committee, we would like to congratulate you on your tremendous success this year and wish you every success in the future. Grace Carlisle Fri, 30 Aug 2019 18:18:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:664 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/652/Bumper-Prize-Fund-for-Ballyward-Equestrian-UR-Final-Leg-at-Meadows-Equestrian-Centre#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=652 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=652&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/652/Bumper-Prize-Fund-for-Ballyward-Equestrian-UR-Final-Leg-at-Meadows-Equestrian-Centre All roads lead to the Meadows this Saturday for the Ballyward Equestrian Ulster Region final leg on Saturday 24th August.  This year's summer horse tour began in April and encompassed shows and venues across the province as competitors collected points throughout 5 months of show jumping action.  The Ulster Region of Showjumping Ireland have contributed substantial prize money towards both the overall league prize fund, and an enhanced prize fund for the final leg on Saturday which is open to all.  Derek Reid, Chairman of the Ulster Region Horse Committee commented "We made the decision when putting this tour together, to increase the prize money in the final leg by allocating additional funds.  Our aim is to create a fabulous atmosphere, where the podium placed riders who supported the league would be congratulated."  Derek continued "We would like to thank our sponsors for this league, including Ballyward Equestrian who joined us for the second year running, and also a new sponsor for this tour McFadden Civils Ltd who have been long time supporters of Ulster Region Showjumping.  Without our sponsors, these annual horse tours would not be possible.  We also take this opportunity to thank all competitors who supported the league this year." Organisers are keen to encourage all competitors to attend the final leg regardless of previous attendances, as prize money at this final leg is open to all.  Only league placings are for competitors who have competed at 4 legs to qualify for league prize money. The schedule for Saturday 24th includes a 1.35m with a prize fund of £3,500, 1.20m senior and YR class with £1,000 for each category up for grabs on the day, a 1.10m Senior and YR class with £650 prize fund for each category, 1m and 90cm classes with prize funds of £450 each.  There is also an amateur class at the show with prizes in kind unrelated to the tour.  The overall league prize fund is in excess of these figures and the top three combinations in each class of the summer tour league will be awarded on the podium this Saturday.  These achievements will also be celebrated at the annual horse awards in January next year.  Competition is very close in the battle for Ulster Region titles.  With 15 points for a win on Saturday the pressure is on and spectators are in for a gripping final day's viewing! In the 1.35m Simon Scott lies in first and second place with Ploverfield Lilyanna and Jasmine Tide respectively, while Jonathan Smyth who has secured 5 wins in his 5 outings through the league lies 5 points behind him in third place.  The 90cm class is tied at the moment between Justine O'Hara with Sally and Maeve Lunny on Okee Dokee on 54 points each.  However 9 riders are currently within 10 points of this leading score at the moment so this narrow margin lends to a gripping final leg!  Fiona Thompson lies in first and second place in the 1m league, with her own Curolea Roni in 1st and Philip White's O'Harabrook in second.  Fiona made use of her three wins throughout the tour gaining more than a 15 point margin on nearest competitor Laura Ervine and White Hawk Sahara in third, so Saturday's attendance is imperative for Fiona to hold on to 1st and second place. Emma Jackson and Sarah Burns battle it out in the 1.10m and 1.20m classes, Sarah and Georgies Star are holding the lead to the final in the 1.10m with Emma and Silken Allure in second place 13 points behind.  Meanwhile Emma and Creevagh For Sure lead the way in the 1.20m while Sarah and Georgies Star are 13 points behind them in second!  Jonathan Creswell on KGC Maverick and Sarah Kinnear and Dstud Midget Gem will be keeping the pressure on in the 1.10m class as the top 3 positions for podium placings are decided The Young Rider 1.10 league tables have documented a change in leadership as the tour progressed and at the final furlong, Elle Johnston and Cadence Dreamer are clear by 2 points ahead of Patrick McWilliams and Fivonia G.  With so little between them, this class also promises suspense! Elle Johnston headlines the Young Rider 1.20m league table heading to the final leg aswell however this time with Tawnmore Lux Furious.  Currently on 46 points, she is 4 points clear of Olivia Roulston who are just back from a week of strong results in Dublin Horse Show.  Patrick McWilliams is poised in third place with Drumrott Penny to keep the pressure on for a strong finish. The Ulster Region horse committee would like to wish all competitors the very best of luck on Saturday as we look forward to a fantastic day of Show Jumping Action! Grace Carlisle Tue, 20 Aug 2019 10:17:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:652 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/650/TRI-Equestrian-Autumn-Pony-Tour-Dates-Announced#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=650 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=650&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/650/TRI-Equestrian-Autumn-Pony-Tour-Dates-Announced The Ulster Region Pony Committee are delighted to announce dates for the highly anticipated TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour!  Due to the popularity of the spring tour, competitors enjoyed an atmospheric final at the Meadows on 26th May.  Competitors, venues and everyone behind the scenes supporting this tour are now looking forward to over 2 months of fantastic competition.  There will be 10 legs at 8 venues across the Ulster Region encompassing classes from newcomers 50cm up to 148 1.20m, accommodating every level of ability and encouraging progression of our young athletes through the heights.  The tour will kick off on Saturday 31st August at Portmore Equestrian Centre, continuing at Cavan Equestrian Centre the following weekend of 8th September and the meadows on Sat 14th September with RDA Coleraine on Sunday 15th September.  The next week will see Kernan Equestrian Centre hold the show over two days.  As competitors head to Eglinton for the Northern Indoor Pony Show the following weekend.  Cavan Equestrian Centre will be hosting the TRI UR Autumn Pony Tour on Saturday 5th October as part of their 2 day pony show.  Saturday 12th October will see Connell Hill Equestrian Centre enjoy all classes on the Saturday, while competitors travel to Ecclesville the following day, Sunday 13thOctober for the penultimate round.  The tour will close with Portmore Equestrian Centre on Saturday 19th October.  Aldyth Roulston, Ulster Region Pony Committee expressed her gratitude to Gareth McCombe from TRI Equestrian NI for his continued support of the tour. “We are indebted to Gareth and his hard working team for their encouragement and sponsorship of this important league for our pony riders.  We know how delighted the kids are to receive both TRI vouchers and prizes at the final, they absolutely love the empowerment of spending vouchers they won themselves and we couldn’t ask for a better sponsor to support our region.”  Aldyth continued “It is worth noting that following a successful spring tour, a number of these pony competitors went on to qualify for and compete in Dublin Horse Show against the country’s best and do extremely well!  These tours provide an education for our young ponies and athletes like that helps prepare them for the larger stages.” The tour will also encompass a number of Ulster Region Pony Points Cup classes, all of which can be found on the regions website: www.ulsterregionshowjumping.ie TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour 2019 Saturday 31st August Portmore Equestrian Centre Sunday 8th September Cavan Equestrian Centre Saturday 14th September Meadows Equestrian Centre Sunday 15th September Coleraine RDA Equestrian Centre Sat and Sun 21st/22nd Kernan Equestrian Centre Saturday & Sunday 28th & 29th September Northern Indoor Pony Show, Eglinton Saturday 5th October Cavan Equestrian Centre Saturday 12th October Connell Hill Equestrian Centre Sunday 13th October Ecclesville Equestrian Centre Saturday 19th October Portmore Equestrian Centre Final   Grace Carlisle Wed, 14 Aug 2019 19:10:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:650 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/649/Niamh-McEvoy-and-John-McEntee-Part-of-5-Strong-Team-Representing-Ireland-at-Pony-European-Championships#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=649 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=649&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/649/Niamh-McEvoy-and-John-McEntee-Part-of-5-Strong-Team-Representing-Ireland-at-Pony-European-Championships Massive congratulations to Ulster Region athletes John McEntee and Niamh McEvoy who are part of the 5 strong Team representing Ireland at the forthcoming Pony European Championships In Strzegom, Poland from 15th-18th August. Niamh and John will compete alongside Francis Derwin and brothers Max and Tom Wachman under Chef d’Equipe Gary Marshall where a total of 11 Nations will battle for the honours. John will ride Sandra Duffy’s Little Smithe and Niamh will partner Claire Crawford’s Ardfry Skye. John and Niamh have had another exceptional season to date having already made Irish Team appearances in Fontainebleau France, Wierden Holland and Hagan Germany. Commenting on behalf of the Ulster Region Pony Committee Aldyth Roulston said “Niamh and John are both exceptionally talented riders who have been at the forefront of pony showjumping for many years. Since they started out in 128s they have competed with great success at Premier level and have recorded numerous wins and placings at the RDS, the National Championships and on HPI Teams. It is a fantastic achievement for them to have been selected to compete at the Europeans and I have no doubt they will do Ireland and the Ulster Region proud.” Niamh will fly the flag for TRI Equestrian whilst John will jump under the Horse First banner. We wish them both the very best of luck. Grace Carlisle Tue, 13 Aug 2019 15:23:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:649 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/636/Young-Horse-Classes-Remain-prominent-at-the-National-Balmoral-Championships#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=636 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=636&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/636/Young-Horse-Classes-Remain-prominent-at-the-National-Balmoral-Championships Young horse classes are currently scheduled for Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th with tension building for the final day of 5, 6 & 7 year old championships on Wednesday 17th July.  Tullyraine Equine Clinic will be congratulating the highest placed 5 year old on Monday in the 1.20m class, with Smyth Sport Horses presenting a rosette for the highest placed 6/7 year old horse in the second class.  Tailored Equestrian will be congratulating the highest placed 5 year old on Tuesday morning, while Simon Scott, Lesley Gowdy, JP McGranaghan and Ian Millar are kindly joining forces in true National Balmoral style to provide sponsorship for the show and present a rosette for the highest placed 6/7 year old in the 1.30m class. Pictured above Fiona Caron from National Balmoral thanking Kevin McCarry from Storm-tec who are kindly sponsoring the 5 year old championship class on Wednesday 17th The 4 year old championship kindly sponsored by Michele International will be the penultimate class on Tuesday.  With a prize fund of £600 and no qualifying class, it is expected to be a popular class and will be judged under article 283N – 1 round.   The 5, 6, & 7 year old Young horse Championship classes are scheduled to take place in the main Balmoral Arena providing ideal preparation for those qualified for Dublin Horse Show which takes place just three weeks later.  Advantages include the large atmospheric grass arena with an International Grade 1 surface, international show jumps and FEI Level 2 course Builder Rafael Suarez. Following the esteemed 5 year old championship, the occasion will be marked with the presentation of the Carling Black Label Trophy to the winner with sponsorship by Storm-tec who manufacture trailers and also retail outdoor clothing.  The prestigious 6/7 year old championship class kindly sponsored by Electrotech Machinery Ltd will take place around lunch time in the main arena.  It is expected that this class will demonstrate a high level of talent and expertise from across the country.  The respected Fred McIlwaine Trophy will also be awarded to the winner of this class by SJG Specialist Joinery Group. Entries are now open for this year's championship show through the online 'horsemonkey' system, it's free to create an account and organisers hope that once you've added your details, it will streamline the process for this, and future years to come.  Entries close on Thursday 11th July.  It is still FREE to spectate at National Balmoral and visitors are very welcome to watch any of the classes and browse through the trade stands on the day.  So if you are looking for somewhere to take the kids during the July fortnight, head on over to Balmoral Park between 14th and 17th July. Grace Carlisle Tue, 09 Jul 2019 14:34:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:636 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/635/Ulster-Amateur-Cup-Heads-to-National-Balmoral#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=635 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=635&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/635/Ulster-Amateur-Cup-Heads-to-National-Balmoral The Ulster Amateur Cup has been exceptionally well supported this year, with some leaders gaining momentum as they head towards the final legs!  Taryn McClurkin and Innocense have had a phenomenal season this year reflected in their lead of the A leaderboard with a 9 point lead ahead of Joe Harris and Coppindell Concorde who have claimed maximum points in three out of the past 4 Ulster Region Cup Classes at Connell Hill, Banbridge and Portmore!  In third place at this stage is Denis O’Brien and Kilcurry Libero’s Flight, this combination won the league overall in 2018 and have enjoyed consistent placings throughout this season so far. The well known combination of Ian Moore and Triple C are leading the AA leaderboard by 11 points after Mid-Antrim.  They have also enjoyed three wins in these cup classes so far.  Fiona Thompson, who was last year’s winner is currently in second and fifth place on the AA leaderboard, with Curolea Roni and O’Harabrook.  With Catherine McLaughlin and Ballyengland Festival in third.  The top 3 in each category each qualified for the RUAS Balmoral Show earlier this year will be hoping for another positive round next week at the National Balmoral Championships for the penultimate leg of the league, while the final will take place at the National Amateur Championships in Cavan on 20th & 21st July.  Competitors please note that entries for this show also close on Thursday 11th July. The scene is set for Monday 15th July in the Maddybenny sponsored UAC class.  Entries will remain open until Thursday 11th July for both amateur classes which will be held that afternoon.  Wishing all competitors the very best of luck in the last two legs of this exciting league!! Grace Carlisle Tue, 09 Jul 2019 10:56:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:635 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/634/Action-Packed-Show-Scheduled-for-National-Balmoral-Championships#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=634 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=634&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/634/Action-Packed-Show-Scheduled-for-National-Balmoral-Championships This highly anticipated Championship show returns to Balmoral Park for it’s 31st show celebrating talent from across the country.  This year there will be a few changes noted to the traditional format.  Sunday 14th July will host all pony classes including championships which had previously been held on the final day of this championship event.    Photo Left: Fiona Carson from National Balmoral thanking Denise McCluskey from Michele International for her generous sponsorship of the 4 year old Championship. Monday 15th July will now be the first day of show jumping for horses and will also hold all Ballyward Equestrian Ulster Region classes.  The 1.30m will be the second class in the main Balmoral arena with sponsors Abbey Upholstery who have supported the show for many years.  Smyth Sport horses will be congratulating the highest placed 6/7 year old section rider as competitors battle for those all important qualifying spaces for Wednesday’s prestigious Championship class. Following feedback from previous years, the amateur classes will both be held on Monday afternoon.  The first of those kindly sponsored by Maddybenny Livery yard and Camp Site, is the Ulster Region Points cup which has been a very popular league this year.  If that wasn’t enough, it also incorporates a Farmers Journal A Championship qualifier, not to mention qualifying those placed riders for Wednesday’s championship final on Wed 17th July.  The second amateur class on Monday afternoon will be the Horseware Ireland Super League, with it’s jump-off promising an exciting finish to the day and Horseware sponsored prizes to the value of £200. Tuesday 16th July will begin once again with a 1.20m class, kindly sponsored by Barclay Communications.  This class will also incorporate a 1.20m young riders section kindly sponsored by Billy Adrain who will be presenting a rug to the highest placed young rider.  Tailored Equestrian will be congratulating the highest placed 5 year old combination with an embroidered rug and rosette, and will also be available throughout the show once again with a trade stand packed full of their competition wear items. The feature class of the day will be the Underwriting Exchange National Grand Prix sponsored by Carson Coldstores for National Balmoral, which will then be followed by an exciting 1.30m speed class, kindly sponsored by Mulvin Stables. Eileen Carlin from E.C.Rugs will also be available throughout the show in the trade stand area to take delivery of rugs for wash, repair and waterproofing.  They will also be on hand for advice on the best care for rugs and have kindly agreed to sponsor the 1m championship class on Tuesday afternoon.  The third class on Tuesday is the 1.10m Championship which will take place in the Horse Rings Arena.  It is kindly sponsored by R Barkley & Sons who will be presenting an embroidered rug and rosettes to the placed riders in this prestigious class. The Horseware Ladies National 1.10m, and the Michele International Sponsored 4 year old championship will be the final classes in Tuesday’s schedule. Wednesday 17th July will be the main championship day, with the 1.20m young riders taking centre stage first in the main arena kindly sponsored by CIP Insurance who are celebrating the opening of their new office in Portadown with this generous sponsorship.  The winner of this class will also receive the Laura Robinson Memorial Cup.  The TRM/HSI New Heights 1.50m Grand Prix promises to deliver the country’s best in an impressive spectacle to compete for a prize fund of €9,000 on Wednesday 17th as part of the overall €100,000 league prize fund.   The prestigious Giltspur Trophy in memory of Stephen Logan will be presented on the day to the winner of this class.  Roxborough Ltd have also generously committed to sponsor this class for National Balmoral.  Spectator numbers are expected to climax for this highly anticipated highlight of the show. Championship day in the main arena will close with the KEC Amateur championship for qualified combinations from Monday afternoon.  The second arena will commence at 8.30am with an action packed 1.20m championship sponsored by McFadden Civils Ltd who are keen supporters of Show Jumping in Ulster.  A new perpetual trophy in memory of the late Mrs Vera Frazer will also be awarded, therefore the winner of this 1.20m class will be the first to receive it.  The 1m championship will follow in this arena with qualified combinations from Monday and Tuesday’s qualifiers battling it out for a highly coveted National Balmoral Championship title presented by Harold Lusk of Lusk Horse Transport.  The winner will also receive the Catriona Irwin memorial cup from Sandra Irwin.  The popular 1.10m championship is sponsored by Wyse Byse and will be the final class of the day in the horse rings arena.   For more information on the event, please visit www.ulstershowjumping.ie where entries, schedules, start lists sponsor and general show information will be available over the the next few weeks. Grace Carlisle Wed, 03 Jul 2019 08:56:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:634 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/633/Banbridge-Charity-Show-Support-Hospice#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=633 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=633&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/633/Banbridge-Charity-Show-Support-Hospice Pictured left: Winnie Eaken,Triona Lennard from Southern area Hospice, Dora Beacom, Stephen McAlinden. On Friday 28th June the annual Banbridge Charity Show reception took place at Sintons in Scarva.  Ray Buchanan, Show Director began the evening by explaining that Banbridge had been a charity show for a long time and donated funds to many charities over the years including the hospice on a number of occasions.  He explained that those involved with the show are also passionate about the Hospice, hoping that the amount received on the evening would help towards the great work they do.  Ray wished everyone at the hospice well in their future endeavours to fundraise towards keeping that work going. As a result of money raised at this year’s Banbridge Charity Show, a cheque for £2,000 was presented to Triona Lennard for the Southern Area Hospice.  Triona who has volunteered for over 20 years, provided an insight into the hospice and the importance of fundraising to the Charity. Pictured above, L to R front row Maureen Wallace, Sylvia Nicholl, Ray Buchanan, Winnie Eaken, Triona Lennard, Fidelma Carroll, Stephen McAlinden.  Back row Dennis Camblin, Nat Eaken, David Nicholl, Dora Beacom, Robin Wallace, Nixon Beacom. The Southern Area Hospice is a charity providing care free of charge to local people with cancer and other terminal illnesses.  Services provide an inpatient unit in daisy hill, a day hospice unit in Newry, outpatients clinic in Newry, Dungannon and Craigavon, a palative care team in Daisy Hill and Craigavon hospitals, a home care nurse in Armagh and Dungannon districts, bereavements support services at the Donaldson Counselling and therapy centre and hospice information resource centre.  It cares for almost 1,000 patients and the hospice relies on 73pence in every pound coming from fundraising to enable them to care for the patients and ofcourse their families aswell.  The fundraising department needs to raise around £50,000 per week to maintain the level of care they require with more than 80% of income going direct to patient care.  The southern area services relies heavily on the generosity of local people and the support of a network of 300 volunteers who help staff deliver their services. Ray thanked everyone for not only their attendance on the night, but their hard work to run the show each and every year commending the many volunteers it takes to pull together a two day show of it’s calibre.  The show will be held on the second weekend in June next year! Grace Carlisle Wed, 03 Jul 2019 08:40:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:633 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/630/Jonathan-Smyth-comes-out-on-top-in-TRMHorse-Sport-Ireland-New-Heights-Champions-Series-at-Ballinasloe#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=630 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=630&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/630/Jonathan-Smyth-comes-out-on-top-in-TRMHorse-Sport-Ireland-New-Heights-Champions-Series-at-Ballinasloe Co Tyrone’s Jonathan Smyth and the Noletta Smyth & Roy Craig-owned Mulvin Lui have taken victory in today’s (Sunday) third round of the TRM/Horse Sport Ireland New Heights Champions Series at Ballinasloe in Co Galway. One of just two double clear rounds to emerge from the 29 starters, Smyth crossed the line in 41.37 seconds to take a commanding win by over four seconds. Kilkenny’s Seamus Hughes Kennedy and Louis D’Or were the only other combination to jump double clear to take runner-up spot in 45.58. Michael Pender and Casanova Van Overis Z produced the fastest four fault round in 38.52 to finish third. Elizabeth Power and Doonaveeragh O One finished fourth, while Francis Connors finished fifth with Erne Lady Goldilocks, just ahead of Tholm Keane with BMH Big Time in sixth. The next round of the TRM/Horse Sport Ireland New Heights Champions Series takes place at Galway County Show on June 16th. Press release supplied from Horse Sport Ireland Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Wed, 29 May 2019 13:59:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:630 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/629/Irish-Dream-Team-score-second-Nations-Cup-win-in-the-space-of-a-week#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=629 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=629&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/629/Irish-Dream-Team-score-second-Nations-Cup-win-in-the-space-of-a-week The Irish Show Jumping team of Jenny Rankin, Aidan Killeen, Susan Fitzpatrick and Ger O’Neill, managed by Taylor Vard, have scored their second Nations Cup win in the space of a week, this time landing the Danish Nations Cup in Uggerhaine. The Irish quartet came out on top last Friday at Drammen in Norway when managed by Shane Carey and the same four riders again took their place at the top of the podium today (Saturday) following a tense third round jump-off against Poland. Tyrone’s Jenny Rankin with the Deirdre Bourns-owned Bennys Legacy finished with one fence down first time out, while Laois’s Aidan Killeen with Fair Play, owned by H.P.J. Verdellen, finished with five faults. Kilkenny’s Susan Fitzpatrick with the Sharon Fitzpatrick-owned Fellow Castlefield produced a perfect clear round to keep Ireland in touch, while another Kilkenny rider, Ger O’Neill and the Martin Egan-owned Irish Sport Horse Castlefield Vegas, finished with just a time fault. Morocco had held the lead at the halfway stage on just a time fault, with Sweden in second on four faults while Ireland were in a share of third with Poland on five faults. Eight of the 13 teams who lined-out made it through to the second round, with Britain, Belgium and Italy among those who failed to make the halfway cut. The second round saw Rankin repeat her four fault score from the first round, before an excellent clear from Killeen moved Ireland up the leaderboard. Susan Fitzpatrick then completed a brilliant double clear round, while O’Neill lowered a single fence when last to go. Halfway leaders Morocco dropped out of the picture when one of their riders was eliminated. Sweden also dropped back and this left Poland and Ireland at the head of affairs as both teams finished on nine faults. Poland selected Wojciech Wojcianiec as their rider to go against the clock in the deciding jump-off. He posted a fast time with Naccord Melloni, but left the door open when knocking a single fence. Jenny Rankin and Bennys Legacy returned with a perfect clear round to leave Ireland as winners for the second week in-a-row. A thrilled Irish Chef d’Equipe in Uggerhaine Taylor Vard, explained that they had made an early morning plan in the event of a jump-off, “I really am delighted for all four of our riders, they were amazing. In the first round, I thought maybe it was slipping away from us but in fairness to the team, they really fought back in the second round to take the win. They showed great team spirit and it was a great team effort. Hats-off to the Polish team who pushed us all the way. “We had made a plan from first thing this morning that if we did get into a jump-off, that Jenny would be the one to go for us as her horse would be freshest after jumping first and thankfully it all worked out. A special word of thanks must go to Shane Carey who despite having a lot of horses here at the show himself, took time to help us all out throughout the week and also to Gerry Mullins who played a huge part in the win last week and again today. Of course we have to thank all our horses owners and all those working behind the scenes, Vard commented. The Irish Show Jumping team is sponsored by Devenish and The Underwriting Exchange Equiline – Official athlete clothing supplier of Team Ireland Equestrian Tags: Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Wed, 29 May 2019 13:46:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:629 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/628/The-Celebration-Shloer-is-on-ice-at-TRI-Equestrian#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=628 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=628&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/628/The-Celebration-Shloer-is-on-ice-at-TRI-Equestrian The TRI Equestrian Ulster Region Spring Pony Tour Final will be held this Sunday 26th May at The Meadows Equestrian Centre. The SJI Pony committee have been thrilled with the high level of ability and professionalism of competitors throughout the past two months.  A number of young athletes committed to attending most legs of this tour gaining valuable ‘ring time’ and experience at the same time. At the final on Sunday, classes will start at 9am as Arena 1 begins with 148 classes followed by 138cm classes.  Arena 2 will start with 128 50cms through to 128 1m, finishing with children on horses & Junior classes.  Prize givings for the league will be presented on the prestigious Meadows podium and celebration bottles of Shloer are on ice for the big final to celebrate success for these hard working young athletes and the teams of supportive parents who make it all possible. One name that deserves a mention for making it all possible is Gareth McCombe at TRI Equestrian who has been an invaluable supporter for this spring tour.  Aldyth Roulston commented “We couldn’t do it without TRI Equestrian, the kids love getting their vouchers each week, with some saving them up throughout the league to purchase the best quality competition gear there is.  Their sponsorship supports not just the sport, but the children who love the sport, which is where I feel the future of show jumping lies.” Leaderboards have been published after each round of the tour so far and Athletes will be treated to a podium top three finish in every class at the final on Sunday 26th May as overall placings are worked out following each class. The 128 50, 60, 70, 138 80cm, and 148 90cm competitors will see their best four scores including the final for their overall total.  Meanwhile the 128 80cm, 128 85cm, 128 90cm, 128 1m, 138 90cm, 138 1m, 138 1.10m, 148 148 1m, 148 1.10m, 148 1.10m 6&7 year old, 148 1.20m, COH/Junior 1m, COH 1.10/1.20m & Junior 1.10m/1.20m will be using their best 5 scores including the final to decide their placings in the overall tour. Kathryn Morton leads the way in the CPH/ Junior 1.10m/1.20M, while Ben Maybin is 15 points clear at the moment in the COH / Junior 1m class.  The 148 90cm class sees 6 riders currently on maximum points so the final will be extremely competitive!  The 148 1m class has 3 riders on 42 points with a further two riders just 3 points behind them.  The 148 1.10m class sees Yiayan Evans 5 points clear of his nearest rival with Lucy Morton and Niamh McEvoy in joint second heading to the final.  Clara Maguire leads the way with a lead of 10 points in the 148 6 & 7 year old class.   The 128 50cm class sees Elsie Tunney and Ruby Millar head to the final on maximum points, meanwhile the 128 60cm class has 4 riders on maximum points. Nine competitors are on maximum points in the 128 70cm class which we believe will keep spectators on the edge of their seats! Please join us on Sunday to enjoy the atmosphere, professionally turned out ponies and competitors and superb show jumping action will be on display from dawn until dusk!   Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Tue, 21 May 2019 19:43:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:628 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/620/Ballyward-Horse-Summer-Tour-2019#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=620 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=620&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/620/Ballyward-Horse-Summer-Tour-2019 In just one weeks’ time, the show jumping calendar will be getting even more competitive with the commencement of the Ballyward Equestrian Summer Horse Tour.  This year the league begins on Saturday 20th April, where Causeway Coast arena is expected to be a hive of activity with competitors travelling the length and breadth of the region to compete in a range of classes from 90cm to 1.35GP. Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Sat, 13 Apr 2019 06:28:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:620 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/621/Five-Ulster-Pony-Athletes-Achieve-Selection-To-Compete-at-Fontainebleau#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=621 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=621&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/621/Five-Ulster-Pony-Athletes-Achieve-Selection-To-Compete-at-Fontainebleau Horse Sport Ireland have confirmed the selection of 5 Ulster Region athletes from the 17 riders selected to compete at the Pony International at Fontainebleau, France from 18th – 21 April 2019. On the 5 strong Irish Squad forming part of the CSIOP Nations Cup team are John McEntee riding Terry Johnson’s My Gypsy Rose and TRI Equestrian sponsored rider Niamh McEvoy with Claire Crawford's Ardfry Skye. Both riders will also compete additional ponies with John on Sandra Duffy’s 9yo gelding Little Smithe and Niamh on Victoria Gulliksen’s 8yo mare Milchem Shes a Keeper. In the CSIP section Ellen Thompson competes with her father Andrew’s Trendy Blue and Kelli Rose Flanagan with her mother's Miss Bojangles. In the 6-year-old CSIYP section Sophie Doherty represents Ireland on her mother Sarah's bay mare Attrory Obos Girl. Aldyth Roulston from the Ulster Region Pony Committee commented ‘We are delighted to have such a strong representation from our Ulster Region athletes travelling to Fontainebleau. With almost 1/3 of those selected following strong performances in the Plusvital National Spring tour coming from our region it is a testament to the depth and strength of our young riders and their ability to perform so successfully on the National stage. We wish them every success at the French International.’ Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Fri, 12 Apr 2019 06:35:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:621 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/616/NATIONAL-BALMORAL-CHAMPIONSHIPS-BACK-AND-BETTER-THAN-EVER#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=616 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=616&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/616/NATIONAL-BALMORAL-CHAMPIONSHIPS-BACK-AND-BETTER-THAN-EVER The 31st National Balmoral Championships are due to return to Balmoral Park, Lisburn from Sunday 14th to Wednesday 17th July this year.  This prestigious event will encompass top show jumping talent from across the country, competing in thrilling qualifying and championship classes.   Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Thu, 21 Mar 2019 11:38:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:616 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/614/Ulster-Amateur-Cup-Off-To-A-Flying-Start#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=614 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=614&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/614/Ulster-Amateur-Cup-Off-To-A-Flying-Start The RUAS Balmoral Qualifier launched the 2019 Ulster Amateur Cup in style this morning at Portmore Equestrian Centre.  Excessive rainfall the night before didn’t feature as a problem or deter competitors as 70 combinations jumped on superb footing for the 7 qualifying places for balmoral.  Only 28 riders steered clear over the Rafael Suarez designed course and with no particular fence causing problems, riders simply had to answer the multiple questions put to them.   Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Cat.Chambersur@Yahoo.Com Sat, 16 Mar 2019 18:43:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:614 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/607/Ulster-Region-Administrator#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=607 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=607&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/607/Ulster-Region-Administrator Position: Administrator (part time) Salary: £10,000 - £14,000 per annum Reporting to: The Chairman of Showjumping Association of Ireland Ulster Region SJAIUR Responsibilities General secretarial duties to include minute taking, notice of meetings, agendas and circulation of same. Dealing with general enquiries/correspondence. Book meeting rooms, arrange travel/accommodation. Liaising with equestrian venues - Management of Show Schedules and show jumping tours. Management/reconciliation and presentation of accounts/sponsorships/expenses etc Monthly Bulletin –assist with collation, editing and update Management of RUAS and RDS Qualifiers, Leagues and National Balmoral Championships. On-going support and assistance to standing committees and the Chairman as and when required. Administration and support with Annual Awards Events. Essential Criteria Minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent. Excellent literacy and grammatical acumen IT skills – qualifications to include software packages – excel, access, power point, word processing. Accounts/finance qualification with experience using an accounts package e.g. sage Strong Administrative ability Previous secretarial experience (minimum 3 yrs) Well organised and good time management skills Effective communicator and pleasant telephone manner Desirable Criteria PR experience. Dedicated, loyal, self motivated and able towork on own initiative Reliable, trustworthy and a positive thinker The successful applicant will work from home and be provided with a mobile phone, computer equipment and secretarial materials. This position is open to a self employed individual.   Please forward CV to john@roxboroughltd.com on or before Thursday 28 th Feb 2019. Two Suitable references are required. Chris Bogle Wed, 13 Feb 2019 18:24:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:607 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/603/2018-Pony-Award-Winners-Announced#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=603 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=603&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/603/2018-Pony-Award-Winners-Announced The following pony athletes of the Ulster Region will be award recipients at the 2019 Pony Awards In Corick House on Saturday 9th February 2019.    If you wish to book your tickets, please download the bookiing form by clicking here:    Full list or recipients are: Abby Morton  Adam Adair  Alana Roulston  Alex Finney  Alexandra Best Alexandra Kerr Alexandra Kiernan Alfie Adair Amy Coleman Amy Leigh McAuley Amy McLaughlin Andrew McSorley.  Angela McAufield  Anna Cardwell Annabelle Heffron Annie Courtney- Cadam Annie Gibson;  Aoibhna Treanor Ben Maybin  Ben Walsh Benjamin Moore Beth Thompson Caitilin Weatherup Caitlin Comey Caitlin Kelly  Caitlin Weatherup Calum McVeigh Calum Pearson Cameron Weatherup Camryn Clarke Caoimhian Sharkey Cara McFadden;  Catherine Buchanan Ceadaoin Currie Charlotte Doyle Charlotte Harding;  Charlotte Hockley Charlotte Houston  Charlotte McCracken Che Flanagan Cillian Torrens Clara Burns Clara Doherty Conor Harris Cormac Taggart;  Daniel Moore;  Daniel O'Sullivan- Toner Daniel Pearson Darcy Maguire Darragh Murphy Donal O'Connor;  Dylan Torrens Dylan Ward Eenna Hamilton Elizabeth McCracken Elizabeth Millar Ella Grant  Ella Rush Elle-Mae McCrory Ellen McEvoy Ellen Thompson  Ellie McCann Ellie Rose Cassidy;  Emily Boyd Emily Steele  Emma Burns   Emma Taylor Erin Crawford Erin Mathieson Erin Sweeney Eunan Kelly Eve Donnelly Francesca Williams- Webster Freya Sayle  Grace Hamill Gracie Bright Hannah Marie Slater Hannah Thompson Harriet Bradley Harriet O'Hagan Harry Rush Henry McMahon Hugo McAlpine  India Heffron James Courtney Cadam Jamie Clarke Jamie Hockley Jemima Heffron   Jennifer Torrens  Jenny Dunlop Jessica Baxter;  Jessica Moore Jodie Lyons Johan Fitzpatrick Burns John McEntee  Jordyn Magill Juliana Nelson Kaitlin Armstrong Kaitlin McCrory Kate Millar Kathryn Morton  Katie Conlon  Katie Gibson Katie McEntee  Katie McLaughlin Katy McLean Kellie Rose Flanagan Keya Kelly Kiera McGrath Kym Moore Laura Brown.   Lauren McGrath Leah McVeigh Lee Bloomfield Lewis Trenier  Lexi Maguire Lily Tunney Lori Smith Lucinda Heffron Lucy Donnan Lucy McCann Lucy Morton  Mackenzie Carmody Maeve Carlin  Maeve Clarke  Matthew Conlon  Matthew Dylan Wilcock Mya McDowell;  Naoise Dempsey Natalie McKenna  Natasha Kerr Nial Bruce Niall McEvoy Niamh McEvoy;  Nicholas Bothwell;  Nicole Peoples Oliver Doherty Paris Douglas Peter Morton  Phoebe Harbinson  Rebecca Coulter Robert Russell;  Robyn Donnelly Ruari Clarke  Ruby Millar Sadie McMahon  Sarah McLaughlin Sarah Moore Scarlet Thompson Shannon Cairns Shannon Treanor  Shauna Farrell  Sienna Dalzell Simone Leathem  Sophia Bingham Sophie Cathcart Sophie Hanna Ted Gibson Tia Smith Trudie McCoosh Victoria Thompson  Vikki Fox Yiayan Evans Zara Burns Zara Jane Kelly Zara McAnerney Zoe Caskey Zoe Mellett Chris Bogle Mon, 14 Jan 2019 09:00:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:603 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/606/RUAS-Qualifier-Information#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=606 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=606&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/606/RUAS-Qualifier-Information Information obtained from Balmoral Show website:   NATIONAL SHOW JUMPING  HORSES   National competitions are restricted to those who have pre-qualified.   5 horse/athlete combinations will qualify in each class SJ1 - SJ3 and 7 horse/athlete combinations will qualify in SJ10 at each of the qualifiers below. Athletes may not qualify more than two horses in any National competition except the Amateur class where they may only qualify one horse. Horses selected for any of the International competitions will not be eligible to compete in any of the National competitions. SJ1    5 YO Championship SJ2    6&7 YO Championship SJ3    1.35m National Grand Prix SJ10  Amateur Championship 2019 Qualifier dates and venues Saturday 16th March               Portmore Equestrian Centre      Tel: 028 9265 0342 Saturday 23rd March               Kernan Equestrian Centre         Tel: 028 3086 0512 Saturday 6th April                   Meadows Equestrian Centre      Tel: 028 3832 2417 Saturday 13th April                 Cavan Equestrian Centre          Tel: +353 (0) 49 433 2017   Entry forms must be completed and entry fees paid on the day of qualifying to the RUAS representative.   For full details of classes, fees etc please refer to the Show Jumping Schedule which will abailable shortly or see Show Jumping Ireland March 2019 bulletin. SJ1 - SJ3 Championshps at Balmoral Show will be held on Wednesday 15th May and Amateurs SJ10 will be held on Saturday 18th May 2019.   MILLAR MCCALL WYLIE 128-85CM UNDER 10'S CHAMPIONSHIP   Championship final will take place at Balmoral Show on Saturday 18 May 2019 in the Main Arena.   There will be 4 qualifiers .  6 animal/athlete combinations will qualify at each qualifier.   Qualifiers   Sunday 17th March                            Cavan Equestrian Centre             Tel: +353 (0) 49 433 2017 Saturday 23rd March                          Meadows Equestrian Centre         Tel: 028 3832 2417 Sunday 31st March                            Connell Hill Equestrian Centre       Tel: 028 9447 2632 Saturday 6th April                              Portmore Equestrian Centre         Tel: 028 9265 03427   For any information regarding the qualifiers above, contact the venue.                              RUAS entry form and entry fees to be paid on day of qualifying to the RUAS representative present.   All ponies to have a minimum of 69 points at date of qualifer. Athletes may qualify two ponies for the final. Qualifiers and final will be run under SJI rules Article 238.2.2.   For arrival information, declarations, veterinary controls etc please see Show Jumping Schedule on International & National show jumping page. Chris Bogle Tue, 08 Jan 2019 09:46:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:606 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/605/Children-On-HorsesJunior-and-Young-Rider-SJ-Information-Day#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=605 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=605&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/605/Children-On-HorsesJunior-and-Young-Rider-SJ-Information-Day Taken from Horse Sport Ireland Website: There will be an information day for any athletes interested in taking part in the Children On Horses /Junior and Young Rider High Performance show jumping programmes in 2019 with a view to travelling to the European Championships. The information day will take place on Saturday 19th January 2019 at the National sports campus Conference centre in Abbotstown followed by course walk in the outdoor arena in Abbotstown. Start time 10.30am, Team Manager Mr James Kernan will present the programme for 2019. If you wish to attend and are interested in the COH/JNR/YR programme please register with Debbie O’Connor doconnor@horsesportireland.ie before Wednesday 16th January at 12pm. Chris Bogle Tue, 08 Jan 2019 09:44:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:605 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/604/PUBLIC-RELATIONS-OFFICER-NEEDED#Comments 0 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=355&ModuleID=936&ArticleID=604 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=604&PortalID=4&TabID=355 https://www.ulstershowjumping.ie/News/ID/604/PUBLIC-RELATIONS-OFFICER-NEEDED The Ulster Region are now requiring a Press Relations Officer for the 2019 season.  If you would be interested in the post please forward your CV to ulsterregionsji@gmail.com by 5pm, Friday 25th January 2019.   Chris Bogle Fri, 04 Jan 2019 17:00:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:604