A SERIES of stellar performances culminated in Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) history being made when the working hunter pony champion, Coco Bongo (Bluebell), became the first of her type to be crowned Ruckleigh School supreme pony of the year. This sealed a “dream week” for rider Chloe Lemieux, 13, owner William Calder and all connections particularly as it was Bluebell’s first appearance here.
“It was the biggest shock, and I certainly wasn’t expecting it,” said Chloe, who also showjumps and was a member of the bronze medal-winning British team in the children on horses European Championships this year. “I would have been happy just to jump clear and maybe be placed, but Bluebell really deserves it as she’s one in a million and a true legend who always puts in that little bit extra.
“I’m also delighted for everyone who puts in so much effort, time and hard work you’re only as good as the team behind you.”
Supreme judges Tim Price and former Brightwells auctioneer Terry Court both lifelong horsemen were captivated.
“We both agreed this pony was exceptional,” said Terry. “It has excellent conformation, moves beautifully, performed a lovely show and is right in every way totally fit for purpose.”
The reigning British Show Pony Society (BSPS) Desert Orchid champion’s run began with a convincing win in the 133cm division of the National Pony Society/Snuggy Hoods plaited workers, before another storming gallop sealed a first HOYS title for all concerned.
David Cole’s track was big and imposing, but despite being first to jump, the 10-year-old mare made nothing of the fences that claimed several notable scalps many sacrificed at the water tray. Just four of the 19 starters in this section returned clear, and Bluebell’s final score of 91/100 gave her a winning margin of five marks.
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