FIFE HUNT PONY CLUB - TEAM SHOW JUMPING COMPETITION
A good day was had by all at the above competition which saw five of the six teams we entered in the ribbons and the other only narrowly missing out. We would like to say a big thank you to Fife Hunt Pony Club for organising this event and to all our team members and supporters (of which there were a lot).
Fife Teams Results
There were two novice teams;
FRC GIRLS A "LOUD Jacqui McAdam with Papageno Jenna Cushnie with Taboo Michelle French Fraser with MF Cracked Ice Rachel Mangto with Bracklyn Dougal
FRC Girls A "LOUD" finished on a total of 8 jumping penalties and narrowly missed out on the ribbons coming in 7th place.
FRC ALL SAINTS Shirley McKay with Seamus Amanda Maxwell with Condi Andrew Thomson with Pinn Gill Harkin with Schiehallion Showtime
FRC All Saints finished on a total of 6 time penalties which saw them just making it into the ribbons taking sixth place.
Two intermediate teams;
FRC PUSSY CAT DOLLS Jenny Cushnie with Diablo Sie Laura Henry with Easy Strider Katie Christopher with Blazing Inferno Laura Nash with Just Lucy
FRC Pussy Cat Dolls finished on a total of 4 jumping penalties which was good enough to take fourth place.
FRC SPICE GIRLS Anne Henderson with Tutankhameen Gemma Dixon with Storm Control Rhona Beda with Candleriggs Caitlyn Claire Skinner with Rochester
The FRC Spice Girls finished on 8 jumping penalties which saw them take sixth place.
Two open teams;
FRC GUISER & DOLLS <Callum Glasgow with Fleur d Eclipse Kym Drysdale with 21st Century Fox Henrietta Forrest with Kilmeadan Kirsty McEwan with Bally
The FRC Guiser & Dolls finished on a total of 16 jumping penalties which was good enough to take second place.
FRC Atomic Kitten Gail Muir with Midnight Dancer Carol Prattis with Mr Scribbles Lucy Baker with Goldcrest Gem
The FRC Atomic Kitten had the pressure on right from the off set as with only three members in the team all scores had to count. They finished on a total of 20 jumping penalties and still managed to take third place.
A big well done to all those who took part. It was nice to see so many teams take part and look forward to seeing you all at the next team event at Gleneagles on 21 March. If you're interested in competing at Gleneagles text Andrew on 07967 655691.
RE-SCHEDULED WINTER DRESSAGE LEAGUE COMPETITIONS
Following the postponement of both the November and December dressage league competitions, dates for the remainder of this league are as follows :-
Sunday 28th Feb - Dressage League 2 Sunday 14th March - Dressage League 3 Saturday 27th March - Dressage League 4
Can everyone who has previously entered these competitions, please confirm with Shona if they can attend. New entries will be taken with a closing date of the Wednesday before the event. Contact Shona on 07969551154 or email
SOCIAL EVENING
We have organised a Social Evening at Howe Equestrian Centre on 24 February at 7.30pm .
The aim of this evening is to discuss ALL team events, this includes team showjumping events and Area 22.
We would also like to discuss possible fund raising for Area 22.
This is going to be an open forum event with some activities!
EVERYONE WELCOME, we would be grateful if anyone interested could let us know - for catering purposes. Contact Gillian Kettles on 01577 862551
SEE YOU on Wed 24 Feb.
AREA 22 UPDATE
Area Camp 2010
This years camp will be held on the 7-9 May at Auchlishie. Spaces are limited and are like gold dust, we have had a few members attend these camps in the past and all have had a great time! Click Here for further details or Here for the booking form.
Area 22 Qualifying Competitions Dates 2010
The following dates have been set for this years qualifying competitions:
June 12/13 Area Dressage & SJ @ Philorth, Fraserburgh. Hosted by Buchan RC
July 10/11 Area Horse Trials @ Burgie, Forres. Hosted by Moray RC
Please note these dates and if you are interested in competing for the club at one or both these events please put your names forward asap.
WINTER DRESSAGE LEAGUE 1
Despite the weather not being ideal, the first of our winter dressage league competitions went ahead and we saw approximately 30 riders riding a total of 54 tests. We had a few competitors trying dressage for the first time in the walk and trot test and some club members attempting a novice test having moved up from prelim. Well done to all the class winners (For a full list of the results see the Events page).
A big thank you should go to Elsie Pollock Smith for standing in at the very last minute when one of our judges called off sick at 6.30am on Sunday morning. Also thanks to all the helpers, Helen Sinclair and Sheila McCann for writing, Amy Sanderson for stewarding and Andrew for scoring.
Entries are now open for Winter Dressage League 2 which is scheduled for the 22 November (schedules available Here). Look forward to seeing you all there.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
We are please to say that the 44th annual general meeting of Fife Riding Club passed by fairly smoothly. The meeting started with the treasure’s and chairman’s report to the club, neither of which contained any surprises. Overall it would be fair to say that on reflection we had another successful year. With regards to the election of the office bearers and committee we had three office bearers (Chairman, Vice Chairman and Secretary) due to stand down, and had three nominations to fill these vacancies which were Linda Gove as Chair, Gillian Kettles as Vice Chair and Liz Glasgow as Secretary. Treasurer, Joe Smith still had one year of his term remaining. From committee we had seven vacancies to fill, five of the people standing down were prepared to stand again for election and we had two new nominations which were Amy Sanderson and Sheila McCann. We would like to welcome both Amy and Sheila to the committee and would also like to take this opportunity to thank Donna and Brian Hanlon who chose to stand down from committee for all the hard work they have done for the club over the years. For a full list of the 2009-2010 committee see the Who’s Who page.
There were a few issues raised from the floor which mainly revolved around teams, the winter training program and communication. Committee have agreed that they will look in to ways which will encourage more riders to participate in team events however, it was also noted that people wishing to participate in team events should make their names known to committee. The spaces available on the winter training was also brought up however, it was noted that from a membership of around 200 we only have twelve spaces available each Monday night and we will do our best to accommodate as many people as possible. It was agreed that committee will also look into further training over the winter, probably at weekends at the club field. Finally, with regards to the issues around communication it was noted that as much information as possible will be posted on the website however, it was also requested that members provide both a mobile number and email address so that they can be updated with news easily. Any members wishing to be included in any mailshots please send us a note of your details via the Contact page of the website (these details will not be passed on to any third parties).
The meeting closed with the draw of the Trolley Dash and we are pleased to announce that this was won by an Alan Gow.
We then went on to the presentation of the rosettes and trophies from the numerous leagues held over the course of the season. Results now available on the Events page.
GLENROTHES PONY CLUB - TEAM SHOWJUMPING COMPETITION
After a bit of coercing we are pleased to announce that we eventually managed to put together a novice and intermediate team for Glenrothes Pony Club’s team showjumping show at Howe Country Centre. The novice team was made up of Gill Harkin riding Roscoe, Lisa Allan riding Just Jack, Rachel Mangto riding Bracklyn Dougal and Andrew Thomson riding Pinn. Despite finishing on zero penalties the novice team were just not quick enough to make it into the placings. The intermediate team consisted of Jane Weir riding Mr Darcy, Kym Drysdale riding 21st Century Fox, Claire Skinner riding Rochester and Fearne Ainsworth who should get a special mention for being roped in at the very last minute to compete on a horse that we believe she had not ridden for some time. The intermediate team also finished on zero penalties and were quick enough to take second place. Well done to all our riders and a big thank you to Liz Glasgow for putting the teams together and acting as Chef d'Equipe on the day.
WINTER TRAINING - UPDATE
As previously indicated due to the large demand for lessons we have added and extra hour to the training at
It takes place at Howe Country Centre on Monday night over the course of the winter. Lessons will now take place between 6.30-9.30pm.
All lessons have been filled and we have already started a reserve list. Names were taken on a first come first served basis.
Lesson prices will be;
Flatwork £20.00 Show Jumping £25.00
Due to the demand we will also be looking to hold additional training sessions at the club field. Watch this space for further details.
OPEN MINI CROSS COUNTRY COMPETITION
Well thankfully Septembers weather proved to be better than July and we actually managed to run the competition this time round. This competition continues to be popular with competitors and saw no less than 101 riders enter, with eventually 83 horse and rider combinations taking to the course.
Everyone seemed to complete the course unscathed and most with a smile on their face.
We would like to thank Helen Reece from Reece Photography for providing prizes to the winners of each class. To see your pictures from this competition visit Helen's website.
We would also like to thank all our volunteers, from scorers to jump judges to parking attendants, the list goes on, without which we would not be able to run these competitions.
Hopefully, everyone enjoyed their day and we hope to see you all again soon.
Despite the terrible weather in the week leading up to this event we were pleased to say that in true Craigie tradition the ground held up well and we were one of few competitions that did not have to cancel. In fact we saw approximately 240 horses compete around the course. The day seemed to run well and competitors were relieved to see that “the big spooky chairs” (competitors words, not ours) had been replaced with a more inviting first fence. There were no real issues to report out on the course with the exception of the two trips made out by the first aid. Unfortunately, this and a technical issue with our reporting radios did manage to cause some un-scheduled delays. We would like to thank all competitors for bearing with us, remembering that we too could do without these delays as these resulted in us clearing up the tents etc. in the dark and not leaving there until 10pm!
A big thank you must also go out to everyone that helped make this day a success (way too many of you to mention) as without your support this event could not run.
We hope you all had a good day and look forward to seeing you all again in April.
Top Score Competition
Unfortunately, this competition was not particularly well attended with only nine horse and rider combinations taking part across the four sections. It was good however, to see two of our new members come and take part. While competing in their individual sections all competitors were also competing for the overall trophy which is presented to the horse and rider combination with the highest score. Despite Andrew’s best efforts to sway the judges and persuade them that they must have made a mistake when adding up the scores, this year saw new member Ferne Fairfull and Cerribino win the overall trophy. Well done Ferne and thank you to those who took part and to our judges, course builder, arena party and stewards.
This years Open Senior Showjumping Show saw a fairly good turnout with a total of twenty seven horse and rider combinations competing over a cumulative of seventy eight rounds of jumping (including jump offs). As in previous years this competition also incorporated the members show trophies with the trophies being presented to the highest placed Fife Riding Club member (results here ).
It was also the first opportunity to run an open showjumping show on our new all weather riding surfaces and it was good to hear so much positive feedback.
A big thank you should be made to our judges, writers, course builders, arena party, entries secretary and stewards without which we would be unable to run the competition. We would also like to thank the photographer for the day, Helen Reece for donating prizes for all class winners (to see your pictures from the day visit Reece Photography).
Finally, thanks to everyone who came along and hope to see you all again soon.
Members Mini Cross Country
This years members Mini Cross Country continued to prove to be one of our most popular Wednesday night jumping competitions with a total of 20 horse and rider combinations taking part across the four sections. Despite the terrible weather for the best part of the day the sun was shining for the evening. As the ground conditions were a little soft we decided to keep the optimum speed to a slightly slower speed than in previous years however, most of the competitors obviously decided that 350 metres per minute equated to a flat out gallop!!! (a special mention should go to Jane Weir and Mr Darcy for clocking the fastest time of the evening – by a mile) and only one competitor managed to finish the course within the optimum time. All in all it proved to be another successful evening and despite a couple of eliminations and the odd unscheduled dismount all riders managed to complete the course unscathed. We would like to thank all those that participated and Hannah Seaton for coming along to present the Galway Cup which she presented to the club in 2007. As the only competitor to finish within the optimum, and therefore finish on zero penalties the overall winner and winner of the Galway Cup for 2009 was Lucy Moffat with Tia.
North East Fife Riding Club Open Dressage Competition
North East Fife Riding Club are running an open dressage competition on Saturday 27 February at Balcormo's indoor arena. This is the day before OUR own dressage league competition so an ideal opportunity for a last minute practice. Click HERE for further details.
Social Evening
We have organised a Social Evening at Howe Equestrian Centre on 24 February at 7.30pm. For further details be sure to scroll down the Home page.
Despite the weather not being ideal, the first of our winter dressage league competitions went ahead and we saw approximately 30 riders riding a total of 54 tests. We had a few competitors trying dressage for the first time in the walk and trot test and some club members attempting a novice test having moved up from prelim. Well done to all the class winners (For a full list of the results see the 
Well thankfully Septembers weather proved to be better than July and we actually managed to run the competition this time round. This competition continues to be popular with competitors and saw no less than 101 riders enter, with eventually 83 horse and rider combinations taking to the course. 
Despite the terrible weather in the week leading up to this event we were pleased to say that in true Craigie tradition the ground held up well and we were one of few competitions that did not have to cancel. In fact we saw approximately 240 horses compete around the course. The day seemed to run well and competitors were relieved to see that “the big spooky chairs” (competitors words, not ours) had been replaced with a more inviting first fence. There were no real issues to report out on the course with the exception of the two trips made out by the first aid. Unfortunately, this and a technical issue with our reporting radios did manage to cause some un-scheduled delays. We would like to thank all competitors for bearing with us, remembering that we too could do without these delays as these resulted in us clearing up the tents etc. in the dark and not leaving there until 10pm! 
Unfortunately, this competition was not particularly well attended with only nine horse and rider combinations taking part across the four sections. It was good however, to see two of our new members come and take part. While competing in their individual sections all competitors were also competing for the overall trophy which is presented to the horse and rider combination with the highest score. Despite Andrew’s best efforts to sway the judges and persuade them that they must have made a mistake when adding up the scores, this year saw new member Ferne Fairfull and Cerribino win the overall trophy. Well done Ferne and thank you to those who took part and to our judges, course builder, arena party and stewards. 
This years Open Senior Showjumping Show saw a fairly good turnout with a total of twenty seven horse and rider combinations competing over a cumulative of seventy eight rounds of jumping (including jump offs). As in previous years this competition also incorporated the members show trophies with the trophies being presented to the highest placed Fife Riding Club member (
This years members Mini Cross Country continued to prove to be one of our most popular Wednesday night jumping competitions with a total of 20 horse and rider combinations taking part across the four sections. Despite the terrible weather for the best part of the day the sun was shining for the evening. As the ground conditions were a little soft we decided to keep the optimum speed to a slightly slower speed than in previous years however, most of the competitors obviously decided that 350 metres per minute equated to a flat out gallop!!! (a special mention should go to Jane Weir and Mr Darcy for clocking the fastest time of the evening – by a mile) and only one competitor managed to finish the course within the optimum time. All in all it proved to be another successful evening and despite a couple of eliminations and the odd unscheduled dismount all riders managed to complete the course unscathed. We would like to thank all those that participated and Hannah Seaton for coming along to present the Galway Cup which she presented to the club in 2007. As the only competitor to finish within the optimum, and therefore finish on zero penalties the overall winner and winner of the Galway Cup for 2009 was Lucy Moffat with Tia.