Equestrian Volunteers Enrichment and Recognition Programme (E.V.E.R)Travel Dates: 3-7 December 2026Horse Sport Ireland is delighted to announce that applications are now open for theE.V.E.R Erasmus+ Mobility Programme (Equestrian Volunteers Enrichment and Recognition Programme).Designed byHorse Sport Ireland, supported byLargas, and funded through theErasmus+ Programme, E.V.E.R has been developed to recognise, reward and support the invaluable contribution made by volunteer officials within Irish equestrian sport.This exciting international mobility opportunity will provide selected participants with the chance to travel to Europe, job shadow experienced officials at a major equestrian event, learn from international best practice, and bring that learning back to benefit the wider Irish equestrian community.About the ProgrammeVolunteers are at the heart of our sport. Through E.V.E.R, Horse Sport Ireland aims to invest in the development and recognition of volunteer officials while strengthening knowledge-sharing and international collaboration.Successful participants will:Attend a preparation and induction session with HSI.Travel to a leading European equestrian event.Job shadow experienced officials within their discipline.Develop international networks and exchange ideas.Share their learning and experiences with the Irish equestrian community following the mobility.Places AvailableHorse Sport Ireland is seeking10 volunteer officialsto participate:4 Course Builders3 Dressage Judges3 Eventing StewardsWho Should Apply?Applications are welcomed from volunteers who:Have a minimum of two years volunteering experience within equestrian sport.Are actively involved as a volunteer Course Builder, Steward or Judge.Are currently operating at aminimum National Standardwithin their officiating role.Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.Are committed to sharing knowledge and best practice within the equestrian community.Are willing to act as ambassadors for volunteer development and recognition within Irish equestrian sport.EligibilityApplicants must:Be ordinarily resident in the Republic of Ireland.Be aged 18 years or over.Be available to participate fully from3-7 December 2026.Be actively involved in volunteering with Dressage Ireland, Showjumping Ireland or Eventing Ireland.Application ProcessApplications will be assessed against the published criteria and shortlisted candidates may be invited to interview.Successful applicants will be expected to:Participate in all programme activities.Represent Horse Sport Ireland professionally throughout the mobility.Complete Erasmus+ reporting requirements.Participate in post-mobility dissemination activities and share learning with the wider equestrian community.Application DeadlineClosing Date: 30th October 2026Applications received after this date will not be considered.Apply NowThis is a unique opportunity to be part of Horse Sport Irelands inaugural E.V.E.R mobility programme and to contribute to the future development and recognition of volunteer officials in Ireland.For application details and submission information, please CLICK HERE or contact: coaching@horsesportireland.ieFor full terms of agreement, CLICK HERE.The post Applications Now Open: E.V.E.R Erasmus+ Mobility Programme appeared first on .

Preparing a horse for fireworks starts well before 5 November. Find out when nearby displays are planned, agree who will check the horses and decide how to keep each horse in a familiar setting. A rushed change on the evening itself can add another source of uncertainty.October gives you time to talk to neighbours and your yard manager. Remember that celebrations may fall on surrounding weekends, so make a list of dates rather than planning for one night.Choose the arrangement your horse already understandsThere is no single answer to whether every horse should be in or out. Consider where your horse is normally settled, its companions, the security of the paddock or stable and its previous reactions. Discuss horses with a history of severe distress with your vet before displays begin.If a different routine is needed, introduce it in advance. Bringing a horse into an unfamiliar stable, separating it from its usual company and adding a new radio all at once is a poor test of what actually helps.Make a one-page yard planDates and locations: record confirmed displays and ask immediate neighbours to let you know about private events.Horse-by-horse arrangements: note where each horse will be, its usual companion and any agreed veterinary plan.People: name the person checking the yard, a backup and the time they will report back.Contacts: keep the vet's out-of-hours number and an accurate yard location accessible.Supplies: prepare the normal forage ration and check water, lighting and safe access before darkness.Where more than one owner is involved, put the current version in a shared place. A message saying all horses checked at 9pm is more useful than everyone assuming someone else has visited.Walk the stable and paddock before the eveningCheck gates, fences, door catches and projecting objects. Clear unnecessary equipment from routes people may need to use. Keep hay, bedding and other combustible materials away from ignition sources, and make sure your fire arrangements are understood.Offer the horse's usual suitable forage. If you use a feeder, check it before the busy evening; our horse feeding equipment collection is a useful place to replace damaged everyday kit. A new purchase is not a substitute for a familiar routine or a veterinary plan.Observe safely, then check again in daylightWatch from a safe position. Do not put yourself in the path of a frightened horse or try to restrain a panicking horse at close quarters. If a horse is injured, appears unwell or its distress concerns you, contact your vet.Afterwards, inspect horses and their surroundings. In daylight, look for firework debris in turnout areas and water sources before the horses return. Record what happened: the setting, display timing and reaction. That gives you something concrete to discuss when planning for New Year or the following autumn.This week's job: fill in the names, numbers and display dates now. The most useful plan is one another carer can follow without needing to guess.Sources and further readingFireworks: keeping your horse safe - World Horse WelfareFireworks | The British Horse SocietyFire Safety For Horse Stables | The British Horse Society

Rich Man Poor Man was crowned champion in the SEIB Insurance Brokers Racehorse to Riding Horse Championships at the Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) in Birmingham last week.The 13-year-old ex-racehorse from Dumfries and Galloway, who is owned by Morean Hamilton and was ridden at HOYS by Kirstine Douglas, had been placed in this class four times previously but victory had always eluded him. This is my first HOYS win, its quite surreal to have done it. Robbie is a big horse for the indoor arena and we were wondering if it would be the one we just wouldnt win, said Morean.Hes been placed every time hes qualified for HOYS and when we saw last night that Hayden Hankey was the ride judge we thought that could be a good move for us.Rich Man Poor Man enjoying his victory lap.Canon EOS R1 f/2.8 1/800s 177mm ISO6400Icing on the cakeRich Man Poor Man waspreviously trained as a National Hunt horse by Philip Kirby Racing and made the move to the show ring nine years ago.Today Robbie went the best hes ever gone here, he really came out and carried himself. Hes a great horse and this is the icing on the cake, said Kirstine. Robbie was big and weak when he came out of training from Philip Kirbys yard but its been a different story for him in the show ring. Its taken plenty of time and patience to get here.Long time supporter is finally recognisedSeries creator, Nicolina MacKenzie of the Absolutely Genuine Company, said: Im beyond delighted that an owner and rider that have supported the series for so many years with this special horse have finally had all their hard work rewarded.From the first year he arrived at one of our qualifiers Stretcholt in Somerset as a youngster the three of them have continued to support us and today they have become very well deserved champions. Its absolutely wonderful.Reserve champion was Migration, the 10-year-old bay gelding who is owned by Anthony and Georgina Andrews and ridden by Hannah Horton.Photo credits: 1stClass Images.Related contentTop tips for introducing hacking to an ex-racehorsePerfect your showing performance with nine tips from expert judgesHow to make your horses plaits perfect11 clipping tips for the perfect finish to your horses winter coatThe post Fifth time lucky for Rich Man Poor Man at HOYS appeared first on Your Horse.

Its always lovely to see our young horses go on but its particularly poignant when its one of our very few home breds, especially when its your all time favourite heading to le lion world championships eventing for young horses ..Popstar BoS was out of our best mare hazelnut (unesco x Julio mariner) and by Im special de muse sold to his current owner Sarah Moffat as a 2yo.He starts in the 6yos Its also lovely to see ogino (highway tn x vingino ) in the lineup for the 7yos . Sold by us as a 4yo to Sarah Moffat , Helen caton and Neil Reid .Both with New Zealand rider Ginny thomasen on board .Wishing both horses , owners and rider the best of luck !#bshgraduates

The Grand Final for the 2026 Foal Championship takes place in Emerald Equestrian Centre, Co Kildare on Thursday 15th October, from 12pm.All spectators, breeders and connections of competitors are welcome, and encouraged, to attend. 16 foals, who qualified at the various regional qualifiers, will compete to be crowned Champion in either the horse and pony sections for either showjumping or eventing. Our preview of entries is available below, and we look forward to seeing you at the event.The 2026 Foal Championship is funded under National Breeding Services with thanks to the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine, and delivered by Horse Sport Ireland.Pony EventingBreeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireFintan CosgroveKnockmoy Pleasure (ISP)FillyAnother Pleasure (KWPN)Moonlight Magic (CP)Moonlight Silver Shadow (CP)Qualified in Glenamaddy.Dam Moonlight Magic has competed up to 1.10m. She was the All-Ireland 3-year-old loose jumping winner in Clifden.Breeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireJackie HockleyCarnakilly Sydney (CP)FillyCarnakilly Mac Guire (CP)Carnakilly Empress (CP)Glenree De lAulne (CP)Qualified in KernansHer dam, Carnakilly Empress, won the All-Ireland Four Year Old Mare Loose Jumping Final at the Clifden Connemara Pony Show 2023, and is closely related to Vox Pop de lAulne, silver medallist at the 2018 Pony European Championships.Breeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireInga DArcyID Deliver (CP)ColtAtour Coeur Melody (CP)Id Say Im Perfect (CP)Kingstown Cavalier (CP)Qualified in GoresbridgeDam produced Id Dare to Dream who qualified for the Foal Championship final in 2024.Atout Coeur Melody is a French national show champion who jumped up to 120cm. He is a half-brother to I Love You Melody.Breeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireJane RyanKillelton Milo (CP)ColtLiskillen Archie (CP)Cityview Linsfort Last Lady (CP)Linsfirt Lad (CP)Qualified in MaryvilleSire Liskillen Archie was placed at the Clifden 4 6 Year old stallion class this year.Pony ShowjumpingBreeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireStephen McDonaldJasmines Dancing Diva (ISP)FillyWeststar Sunny (CP)Dancing Jasmine (ISH)Moores Clover (ISH)[TIH]Qualified in Glenamaddy.Dancing Jasmine has bred 2 fillies currently competing FEI, As well as a 7-year-old competing nationally. Her younger pony foals have all qualified for the HSI showjumping foal final in previous years. Breeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireThomas WebbCash Only Please (ISH)ColtQuality Time (ISH)Future Lady (ISH)[TIH]Song of Freedom (CP)Qualified in KernansFuture Lady is Grade A showjumping pony with over 400 SJI points. She competed and placed to pony premier levelBreeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireAnn GrimesLambay Its My Pleasure (ISP)ColtDouble Pleasure (BES)Lambay Rumor Has It (IPS)Fofsway Noble Lord (RP)Qualified in GoresbridgeDam Lambay Rumor Has it has produced 2 previous foals: Lambay Im Amazing (138) is currently competing at 80cm as a 4YO. Breeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireBecca DunleaKestrels Oran Gwenndaline (CP)FillyGwennic de Goariva (CP)Royal Oak Casey (CP)3DR Gabha ir (CP)Qualified in MaryvilleBoth Kestrels Orans Gwenndaline and her Dam Royal Oak Casey have numerous wins in the show ring in 2026.Horse EventingBreeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireLiz MurphyCappulcorragh Dance in Time (WSI)ColtGaileo Dance (TB)Cappulcorragh Quality Time (ISH)OBOS Quality (OLD)Qualified in GlenamaddyCappulcorragh Quality Time is a full sister to Cappulcorragh Quality Control that was a finalist at the world eventing championships in Le Lion dAngers in 2023 and a winner of a 3 star in Arezzo in 2024.Breeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireGordon DruryDourough Ferro Star (ISH)FillyCreevagh Ferro (KWPN)Dourough Keepsake (ISH)Colandro (HOLST)Qualified in KernansDams half-brother, Baronscourt Dancing Boy, has competed to 1.25m. Dams half-sister, Aldow, is the dam of Whos Bits N Pieces, competed CSIP and has 506 SJI points.Breeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireDes and Margaret JeffaresBallykelly Crusader (ISH)ColtGrand Cru VD Vijf Eiken (BWP)Ballykelly Donail Belle (ISH)Shannondale Sarco St Ghyvan (BWP)Qualified in GoresbridgeDam is a sister to Woodstock Bennett, who evented to CCI4*.Breeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireJoanna van RielGlengarra Jadore (ISH)FillyJorado (KWPN)Glengarra Royal Rouet (ISH)Balou du Rouet (OLD)Qualified in MaryvilleThe dam line includes Lissangle Caveletto B, a 3* winner at Ballindenisk. He won 3 European Championship medals, individual and team in Young Riders and Juniors European Championships.Horse ShowjumpingBreeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireAndrea EtterMr Sapphire B (ISH)ColtColor Vant Roosakker Z (ZANG)Lucy In The Sky B (ISH)O-Piloth (KWPN)Qualified in GlenamaddyLucy in the Sky B won the 3y old loose jumping class at CavanBreeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireLisa RosbothamMiss My Way (ISH)FillyMy Way (OLD)Miss Valent (ISH)Valent (KWPN)Qualified in KernansMiss Valent has multiple double clears at 1.35m and was selected for the Irish Sport Horse Studbook team for the World Breeding Championships in Lanaken as a 6 year old.Breeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireDavid FurlongThistletown Number Five (ISH)ColtCall Me Number One (WESTF)Bonnie (AES)Foxglen Cruise Control (AES)Qualified in GoresbridgeBonnie is a Grade A mare who jumped to Grand Prix level and has 235 SJI Points.Breeder/OwnerFoal NameSexSireDamDamsireEmma OReganSeaview Obsession (ISH)ColtBerlin (HOLST)Tinkabell 12 (KWPN)Casco (HOLST)Qualified in MaryvilleTinkabell 12 jumped with Rodrigo Pessoa. During CSI5* in Lyon, they finished second in the 1.50m class and eighth in the 1.60m Grand Prix.The post Preview: Foal Championship Grand Final appeared first on .

The Grand Final for the 3 Year Old Filly Loose Jumping takes place in Emerald Equestrian Centre, Co Kildare on Thursday 15th October, from 3.30pm (the Foal Championship final will begin prior at 12noon).All spectators, breeders and connections of competitors are welcome, and encouraged, to attend. 12 fillies, who qualified at the various regional qualifiers, will compete to be crowned Champion in either the showjumping or eventing section. Our preview of entries is available below, and we look forward to seeing you at the event.The 2026 Loose Jumping is funded under National Breeding Services with thanks to the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine, and delivered by Horse Sport Ireland.3-Year-Old Fillies EVENTINGJim Newsam Wellan Flowtime Qualified at KernansNumber 1 Wellan Flowtime (ISH) 2023Sire: Derryveeney Cruise (CP)Dam: Wellan Mystique (ISH)Damsire: Mighty Magic (HOLST)Breeder: Margaret & Jim NewsamOwner: Jim NewsamWellan flowtime, dam Wellan mystique competed to EI110 before being kept to breed from.Wellan mystique has 3 half-sisters- Wellan Graffiti 4*, Wellan summertime 3*, Wellan limelight 3* and 2 half siblings Magennis 5* and Tullybee Holly Golightly 4*Jillian Nelson Unnamed Qualified at KernansNumber 2 Unnamed 2023Sire: Alicante (HOLST)Dam: Dallas Summer (ISH) Damsire: Dallas VDL (BWP)Breeder/owner: Jillian NelsonAdrianna Hurst Naptown Harry Qualified at TubberbrideNumber 3 Naptown Harry (ISH) 2023Sire: Sir Harry (BES)Dam: Glenaguile Flight (ISH)Damsire: Errigal Flight (ISH)Breeder: Fionn CampbellOwner: Adrianna HurstHer siblings, Sir Jim Jim and Master Moose are competing successfully at SJ 140cm and SJ 130cm respectively. Her dam Glenaguile Flight competed successfully at SJ 130cm also.Charles Hanley GSA Furety Qualified at TubberbrideNumber 4 GSA Furety (ISH) 2023Sire: I Am W (KWPN)Dam: Castlestrange (ISH)Damsire: Hermes De reve (SF)Breeder: Alan ConnaughtonOwner: Charles HanleyNotes:Dams half brother by Luidam jumped to 1.50 (damn smooth) aka Danny le grey when he jumped in America. Dams dam (my smooth diamond) jumped to 1.35. She won about 200 SJI points.Lisa Bailey RHL So Dignified (ISH) Qualified at GoresbridgeNumber 5 RHL So Dignified (ISH) 2023Sire: Dignified Vant Zorgvliet (BWP)Dam: Hamford Peggy Sue (TB)Damsire: Mohaajir (TB)Breeder: Patrick HamiltonOwner: Lisa BaileyRHL So Dignified is a recent purchase of Goresbridge. This filly is by Dignified Vant Zorgvliet who has produced numerous top level eventers and show jumpers. This filly shows natural athleticismand scope and is sure to excel as a future eventer.Ciara Power Tullibards What About Yeh Qualified at GoresbridgeNumber 6 Tullibards What About Yeh (ISH) 2023Sire: Tullibards Bennys Legacy (OLD)Dam: Tullibards Nightstar Cara (OLD)Damsire: Carambole (KWPN)Breeder: Hans Jurgen KuehnleOwner: Ciara PowerNotes:She is a half-sister to Pick up a mare competing successfully at the international 1.45m showjumping level under German rider Henrike Ostermann.And a full brother of Tullibards Bennys Night Star (2021 Gelding by Tullibards Bennys Legacy)5 year old jumping 1.20 level. Her dam was also related to Kilfinnie II who completed badminton twice was 15th on one occasion with Paul Tapner 3-Year-Old Fillies SHOWJUMPINGHogg Sport Horses Ballyheerin Chaccobella Qualified at KernansNumber 7 Ballyheerin Chaccobella (ISH) 2023Sire: Chacoon Blue (MECKL)Dam: ESI Bell Star (ISH)Damsire: Dakar VDL (KWPN)Breeder: Ballyheerin Sport HorsesOwner: Hogg Sport Horses Notes:The mother of Ballyheerin Chaccobella is a half sister to Esi Starstruck who won the 4yo championship at RDS & went onto jump 1m45.Dominic Rice Premier Summer Qualified at KernansNumber 8 Premier Summer (ISH) 2023Sire: Premier Sport (ISH)Dam: Premier Ebony (ISH)Damsire: Cornet Obolensky (BWP)Breeder/Owner: Dominic RiceThe granddam Armagh competed with the Irish Army Equitation School up to 1.40m Grand Prix level before retiring to stud. Armagh has produced to date: Carnlea Premier now jumping 1.55m Grand Prix in the USA. Drumiller True Blue 1.55m Grand Prix showjumper in Germany. Carnlea Premier Balou now jumping 1.55m Grand Prix in the USA. Drumiller Carnlea now jumping 1.40m in the USADominic Bligh Aurora CC Qualified at TubberbideNumber 9 Aurora CC (ISH) 2023Sire: Darry Lou (KWPN)Dam: Artista Vant Roosakker Z (ZANG)Damsire: Agana VH Gerendal Z (ZANG)Breeder/Owner: Dominic BlighNotes:Her Dam Artista Vant Roosakker Z is currently competing at 1.35 level, showing great potential and is sired by Lillie Keenans 5* FEI World Cup winner Agana Van Het Geerendal Z who has won multiple Grand Prix at 5* & 4* level. Her sibling Wonderboy Blue v/d Meersarena by Chacco Blue is a fully approved stallion as a 4yo at the BWP approvals. With another brother by Chacco Blue recently moving to the stable of Belgian 5* rider Niels Bruynseels.Brian OMalley Clarity Quay Qualified at TubberbrideNumber 10 Clarity Quay (ISH) 2023Sire: Clarimo (HOLST)Dam: Sandyhill Just Pleasure (ISH)Damsire: For Pleasure (HANN)Breeder/Owner: Brian OMalleyDam Sandyhill For Pleasure was retained for breeding. Clarity is her 3rd foal. Her Ist is a 6 Yr old, Balous Pleasure by Wild Balou Bill who is successfully competing in Switzerland.Thomas OLeary Rose BW (ISH) Qualified at GoresbridgeNumber 11 Rose BW (ISH) 2023Sire: Romanov (KWPN)Dam: Blondy Della Caccia (SI)Damsire: Baloubet Du Rouet (SF)Breeder: Ballywalter StablesOwner: Thomas OLearyJennifer French GH Angelina (ISH) Qualified at GoresbridgeNumber 12 GH Angelina (ISH) 2023Sire: Alicante (HOLST)Dam: Kaniki (KWPN)Damsire: Canabis Z (HOLST)Breeder/owner: Jennifer FrenchHer brother a 6yr old GH Bellissimo by Balou de Rouet is eventing at international 2* level by Italian Olympic rider Andrea Cincinnati and has been described by him as his next Olympic event horse. A 5yr old sister by Vivant van de Heffnick has jumped double clear at the DAFM 5yr old class both days in Barnadown and qualified for the final in Mullingar.The post Preview: 3YO Filly Loose Jumping Grand Final appeared first on .

Equestrian Stockholm has launched Black Blush, a winter riding collection in black and muted pink, to support the non-profit organisation Ride Against Cancer.The Swedish online equestrian brand has a history of supporting the fight against breast cancer after one of its team members, Mika Thalen, was diagnosed with the disease in 2016.Mika founded Ride Against Cancer, which is part of the Swedish Breast Cancer Association, after finding comfort in horses during her treatment and recovery. All money raised for the cause goes towards research into cancer and patient support.Breast Cancer Awareness monthEach October during Breast Cancer Awareness month, Equestrian Stockholm offers discounted prices on all its pink products and launches a winter collection in aid of the initiative. A percentage of the profit of all sold items during the month is donated to Ride Against Cancer.For riders, highlights of this years Black Blush collection include a short winter riding jacket, fleece-lined gloves and fleece-lined winter tights.For horses, the collection contains a fleece head collar, a quilted saddle pad and a fleece horse blanket with a soft faux fur collar.Our partnership with Ride Against Cancer spans nearly 10 years, which we are incredibly proud of. We know that horses have a unique ability to heal and bring comfort, and for us, it has always been a given to lift this initiative and contribute to the fight against cancer, says Johanna Von Sydow, CEO and founder of Equestrian Stockholm.Visit Equestrian Stockholms website for more information and to purchase an item.Image Equestrian Stockholm.More from Your HorseFrom cancer patient to competitor: young boys inspiring London International Horse Show journeyPole exercises that make clever, confident horsesFive gears a confident cross-country horse needs to haveConfidence comebacks: I thought I wasnt good enoughFive common problems with a riders jumping position solvedThe post Equestrian Stockholm launch collection in aid of breast cancer charity appeared first on Your Horse.