04/12/2021
MEET THE 2022 TEAM:
1. Perfect Exchange (Jackie) - Owned by the amazing Petra, Jackie is the youngest of the horses and the only female. For a jumper she’s quite small, sitting at 15.3hh but her light build makes her look smaller. We are currently jumping up to 1.10m (although mostly sticking at 1 - 1.05m) with hopes to become consistent at this height by the end of the year. Im hoping to get her out to some dressage days too, as she works exceptional on the flat. Im very grateful for the opportunity to keep riding Jack into 2022.
2. Lujo King Caesar (Caesar) - Caesar has been ridden by me since he was a 3yr old and is the smallest horse of the team, at only 14hh. His colour makes him extremely visible out in public and you can normally find me “riding out the buck” before we enter the ring. He has the most character and is sure to put on a show. Currently, Caesar is competing in Elementary Dressage and up to 70cm showjumping. In my time in the jumping ring (4ish years), I can count the number of rails we’ve hit on one hand. Although a little special, I love owning this small pony.
3. Ramble Inn Ricochet (Rio) - Rio is the biggest of the team at 17.1hh, but is a gentle giant. Before diagnosed with injury, Rio and I had big plans to jump big tracks, although we only ever got to 90cm before this plan was ruined. In Jan 2021, x-rays showed that bones in his feet were completely shattered and chipped and that he should not be standing, let alone walking or jumping. Unfortunately he had to be immediately semi-retired and will never jump again. He now lives out his days as a paddock ornament and enjoys a light ride a few times a month. He has even made an appearance since in the dressage ring at Prep and Prelim levels.
I cannot wait for the 2022 season to begin! Thank you to my parents for the ever lasting support and Petra for allowing me to continue to have the ride on my favourite mare. Bring it on!!
