Jumping to the Moon at Oakrise

Well the Oakrise Jumping Schooling Show was a huge hit. Everyone stepped up and did something new and different.  Krista got Waldo to confront the evil green jump.  Katie-- a day end Champion and Reserve Champion-- got Chexy to jump two feet (who knew?) Anna-- our day end Champion--showed us that she is now ready to be a jockey at the Kentucky Derby.  Shanna-- a day end Reserve Champion-- had Cannoli soaring like never before.  And Coach Mercy put on a clinic of her own jumping Cash and Treyburn and won a day end Champion and Reserve Champion for her efforts.  Lauren was one gigantic cheering section.  Molly gave us all a scare with her fall off of big Trey.  They are picture perfect pair so we look forward to you next outing on him.  And don't scare us like that again......

Click here for pictures of the show.

Oak Rise Provides a Rainbow of Colors for the Souhegan Riders

The Souhegan Riders had tremendous success today at the Oak Rise Equestrian Show in Goffstown, New Hampshire. Every member of the team gave 110% percent for a terrific team showing.  Individually, most of the ribbons earned were in First, Second or Third place.  All of the practice and primping of the horses paid off!

While we are proud of everyone who competed today, we are especially pleased that many of our riders won Champion or Reserve Champion for their overall performance.  

• Champion Becky Weldon riding Fancy Shmancy ("Princess")
  
• Champion Emily Stone riding Jet Bars Champagne ("Champagne")
• Champion Susan O'Connell riding  Ima French Chocolate ("Toby")
• Champion Katie O'Connell riding Chex Away ("Chexy") and
• Reserve Champion Allie Withee riding Jet Bars Champagne ("Champagne")(not pictured)

Congratulations to Head Coach Mercy Zaveri (second from left") and Assistant Coach Molly Startop (not pictured) for their great success.  

Pictures of all of the riders can be found here.

Mack HIll brings home the blues again!

Three Mack Hill Riders participated in the Apple Valley show in Fremont, New Hampshire this past Sunday and all three brought home blue ribbons. Congratulations to Jess Stepanack on getting her first blue ribbon on Tucker in Western Pleasure and several red ribbons as well!! Tucker performed well in both his English and Western classes under Jess' careful guidance. Katie O'Connell also took home a blue on Chex Away and several red ribbons as well. Chexy just can't be beaten in the trail class!! Toby was a complete gentleman for barn owner, Sue O'Connell, who brought home several blue ribbons for the day. Next show -- June 15 at Oak Rise in Goffstown where the Souhegan Riders 13 team members will compete for the day!! Go Souhegan Riders!! Come watch and support the team for the day!

Cash has a lot to smile about....

Today, the Mack Hill Riders had great success at the Oakrise Farm Pleasure Show series in Goffstown, NH. The Souhegan Riders will be competing at this venue later in June and we wanted to get some real-time experience at the farm.  Congratulations to Coach Mercy Zaveri who won Champion on Cash in the Green Horse division.  This was only young Cash's second show and he really showed that he is ready to compete.  Katie O'Connell was Reserve Champion on Chex Away ("Chexy") in the walk trot division which had 22 competitors.  Shanna Barrow rode Blue Suede Shoes ("Elvis") in his first show and placed second in the hunter hack class.  Special thanks to Liz Rose, Neelan Zaveri, Nora Zaveri and Prenav Zaveri for helping all of the riders all day long. Congratulations to all of you.  On to the Apple Valley Show next week.

Pictures of the Oakrise show can be found here.

"We are the Champions...."

Congratulations to the Mack Hill Riders who competed in the NHQHA May 2008 Novice Show in Dover, NH. Sue O'Connell earned High Point Champion in the AQHA Division. She earned High Point Reserve Champion in the Open Division. Katie O'Connell earned High Point Reserve Champion in the Open Division. Shanna Barrow and Anna Foster earned first places in their jumping class. Jess Stepenak got the thrill of the day flying through the barrels and poles on Tucker. Lauren Smith made Chip look like a Champion even though the judge did not agree. Special Thanks to Coach Mercy for her support. And a huge thank you to Lauren's boyfirend Ian and her dad Brian for tireless help all day long.

Check out pictures from the day here.

Hey Kids... Let's Do a Show....

Tucker, Toby, Chexy, Blaze, Maverick, and Chip are headed to the AQHA show on May 18! Barn Manager and Instructor, Gabe will be coaching the riders. If you are interested in showing....let your instructor know so we can get you in on the future shows. If you ride one of these horses, and may want to join us at the show -- let your instructor know!  Wish us well as Mack Hill hopes to bring home the blues!!