Going on last year when we entered Bronheulog Mindy (yearling) we were in Class 3 A - Filly Yearlings, 2 yr olds & 3 yr olds not likely to exceed 148 cms at maturity. Class 3 B is for the over 148 up to 158 cms. We were given a not before time 2.50pm and went in individually in the order listed in the catalogue. Walked the triangle, trotted the triangle all in hand and then went loose, caught them and stood her up, not sure whether we didn't stand her up before walking the triangle in hand. After all the ponies/horses in Class 3 A & B had been seen individually we all went back in together and were placed and the score was read out with the Judge's comments. We picked up the mark sheet later. The 1st & 2nd of each Class then went forward to the Championship.
copied from SPSS website
SPSS In-Hand Show including Premiums
Saturday 16th October 2010
Open to SPSS Members and non-members
Class 1: Sports Pony Foals
(Born 2010; may be shown with or without their dam)
Section A: Not likely to exceed 148 cms at maturity.
Section B: Likely to mature above 148 cm but no more than 158 cm.
Class 2: Mares likely to breed a Sports Pony.
(Born in 2006 or before).
Note that mares do not have to be in foal or have a foal at foot.
Section A: Maximum height 148 cms
Section B: Height between 148 cms and 158 cms
Class 3: Sports Pony Female Youngstock
(Fillies born 2007, 2008 or 2009)
Section A: Not likely to exceed 148 cms at maturity.
Section B: Likely to mature above 148 cm but no more than 158 cm.
Class 4: Sports Pony Male Youngstock
(Colts born 2008 and 2009; Geldings born 2007, 2008 or 2009)
Section A: Not likely to exceed 148 cms at maturity.
Section B: Likely to mature above 148 cm but no more than 158 cm.
Overall Championship to be contested by winner and 2nd placed from each class (provided that they have reached 1st Premium standard).
Entry Fee for Classes 1-4 is £15 SPSS members and £20 non-members.
Prizes: Classes 1-4: 1st £20; 2nd £15; 3rd £10
Champion £30 and Reserve Champion £20
Premium certificates will be awarded to all entrants receiving a sufficiently high average score (ie 3rd Premium to an average score of 7.0 to 7.49; 2nd Premium to an average score of 7.5 to 7.99 and a 1st Premium to an average score of 8.0 or above).
Classes will not start before 1 pm. Approximate class times will be available on
www.spss.org.uk by the 14th October or by phone from 01935 840029 on 13th October between 7pm and 9pm only.
Sections will be scored separately but then combined for a final walk around before class prizes are awarded.
Entries Close: 9th October 2009
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I noticed at Alsager BEF a pony didn't show any trot when loose and once caught the handler then took the opportunity to trot the pony in hand to where they stood and managed to show the Evaluators some movement which they did watch.
Last year's SPSS photo, Mindy is the little chestnut Sec B plaited with OH and she was awarded a 1st Prem & came 3rd in her class.
Forgot to say that when you enter you have 45 words for the commentary ie breeding, any performance achievements and for Mindy I wrote about her pedigree performance related winnings. This is read out whilst you are doing your individual show so everyone knows including the Judge who the pony is - bit different to showing!
