The Beast on the hill with LH King Arthur at Wandin Park
Wandin Park was the venue for the Grand Valley Showjumping Classic.
Saturday had lovely weather, a little to hot when the sun came out but
with the slight breeze blowing made it alot more bearable. Large numbers
saw the day finish rather late and everyone ravishing for dinner!
Wesley had a very successful day riding LH Beckham. The first class they
rode in was the 1.25m Open and in the jump off LH Beckham had one rail
but a minor rider error Wesley half halted trying to adjust his stride and
LH Beckham took that signal as a trot to stop, quickly Wes encouraged
him to keep going and basically trotted to a straight fence with
very little room before take off. Which meant a tap of the top rail. But the
rest of the round was terrific. The next class was the 1.35m Open and Wes
wanted to see how LH Beckham would cope with a bigger track and more
technical lines . Mr Leeson Serrit ( course builder) set the course to be a little
challenging in spots. To our delight LH Beckham took it all in his stride and
put on a fine performance! The combination placed 1st…..
Judge Mr Brian Scattergood presenting Wes and LH Beckham with the ribbon.
Good job Beckham
LH King Arthur started in the 1.15m Open and this was hard for him, not the
height but all the tents, flapping signs, people ringside and of course the judges
van as well were all very daunting to him. His eyes popped open as soon
as he entered the ring. With only one rail down and lots of way wood striding
on course he also accomplished a great round.
On Sunday the sun disappeared by midday but the wind took over all day.
And blew a gale by lunch..LH Beckham had a go at the Mini Prix and with the wind
blowing so hard , he lost concentration on course and also had one rail.
Waiting for there turn
We expect these minor happenings on course at different shows and places because
these two young horses have not seen nor heard it all yet. They need to do the miles
to see more and not worry so much, only time will help them and plenty
of patience. Wes is very happy to give them both that as they are very nice, handy
confident young horses to have.
Off to Lang Lang next week end to the Port Phillip Showjumping weekend.
Saturday Ring 1
Team Joyce had a great show for the first one back in 2012.
Our youngsters were on there best behavior.
LH King Arthur at the truck.
Left: LH Beckham & LH Brittany at the truck.
LH Adelia munching on her hay.
Jordan & Tiffany holding LH Adelia
This was LH Adelia’s very first Offical 1.05m Maiden D Grade
event and Sarah was very happy with how she went. As soon
as she cantered into the ring LH Adelia’s eyes opened very wide.
Then as they were half way round the course the ” Swish swish
ride started up, this also startled LH Adelia a little but because
of her easy going nature she finished the course. Having just 2 rails down
meant they did not return for the jump off but later in the afternoon
Sarah re-saddled to make sure her experience was a very pleasant one
as they just roamed the grounds on a loose rein showing her the show cows
the people with prams and to hear all the noises of the show from the rides
and crowd.
Sarah & LH Adelia watching the horses jump!
Tiffany and LH Brittany went in the C & D Grade 1.15m class and as per usual
LH Brittany was on fire! The surface in the ring is just so good that all the horses
seem to jump extremely well off it. Wesley took LH Beckham and LH King Arthur
in this class also. All of them jumped clean and were eligible for the jump off.
This was going to be a fast jump off as all the horses in it were very good horses.
Wesley went out first on LH Beckham and did a cracking round, cut corners,
sliced fences on angles and jumped clean, he set a real tight time!
Tiffany went out a few horses later and did not take her foot off the peddle,
LH Brittany motored along also at a fast pace, Tiffany opted to go round most
jumps and still ended up faster than her dad” the crowd roared with delight
and Tiffany punched the air with extreme happiness with their attempt.
Wesley then went again on LH King Arthur, as this course was a challenge
for our youngster her took it all in his stride, Wes coaxed him round gently
but with a few attempts to also cut some corners and slice just a few fences
and to our amusement came up with another clean round.
Tiffany and LH Brittany placed 1st
Wesley and LH Beckham placed 2nd
Wesley and LH King Arthur placed 5th
Tiffany & LH Brittany place 1st at the Wonthaggi Show in the C & D Grade
What a good result from Team Joyce’s performance horses….
The presentation with Dad and daughter in the line up is an wonderful
occasion and a rare one.
The last class of the day was the D Grade and Wes rode LH King Arthur.
Once again he proved himself by jumping 2 clean rounds and placing 5th.
Wes is very happy with both his horses, LH Beckham becasue this time last year
he took the liberty of running out at the blue oxers and this year was keen
and happy to jump whatever they approached. LH King Arthur still a Maiden
horse and able to come out and jump 1.15m in his first class so easy and
continuing to jump clean in all his rounds. LH Brittany is always a trooper
and tries her utmost best, Tiffany always says she makes her look good!
Sarah was also most impressed with LH Adelia’s behavior at her very first lively
show and took it all in her stride.With the encouragement of Sarah
reassuring her all day this combination had a superb day also.
Now off to Lang Lang next week, just Wesley and his 2 horses because
Tiffany and Sarah have other commitments. Will post how we go!
Oh Wesley and LH Beckham also won the
“Equinade Showjumper of the Show.”
LH Beckham and Wesley The Equinade Champion Showjumper combination of the Show
