Gill Rolton, Author at Australian International 3 Day Event

Guide to Eventing

Apr 13, 2017 | Spectators Guide

Dressage: The word “Dressage” is French for “training”. It is considered the classical foundation for all Equestrian training. Dressage tests the ability of horse and rider to display both athletic prowess and supreme elegance. It is often compared to ballet. Dressage requires precision, technical excellence and harmony between horse and rider. The Basics: In modern eventing Dressage competitions, the horse and rider perform a set series of movements known as a Dressage “test”. The tests are performed in a 60m x 20m arena before a panel of seven judges, who award marks out of 10 for individual movements and for the overall routine. Below is a 60m x20m dressage arena. The horses and riders enter at A. The letters mark where the “movements” must be performed. Riders must memorise the test. A Grand Prix test consists of 33 movements. Dressage fills the first two days of competition in eventing. Each horse and rider performs a dressage test in front of a panel of judges. The judges’ scores are converted into penalty points, which are carried forward to the next stage of the competition, the cross-country. Cross Country: The Cross country phase of eventing is an endurance test. The object of the endurance test is to prove the speed, endurance and jumping ability of the true cross-country horse. At the same time, it demonstrates the rider’s knowledge of pace and the use of this horse across country. The cross-country test occurs on day three of the competition, and is where combinations must gallop (at a speed of 570 metres per minute) and jump up to 45 fixed fences on a course...

Shannon rides to victory to win Adelaide CCI4****

Nov 7, 2016 | News & Updates

Hazel Shannon and Clifford held their lead to win the Adelaide CCI4* at the 2016 Australian International Three Day Event for the Thomas Foods International Showjumping Day. Leading into Sunday’s Showjumping decider, Hazel was ranked in first position after a dominant performance on Qantas Cross Country Day. Hazel had less than a rail between her and Victorian challenger Wilhelm Enzinger as she cantered into the main arena, but her flawless showjumping round meant her score of 52.50 penalties remained unchanged for her to take the win. Wilhelm Enzinger and Wenlock Aquifer finished second with a score of 67.00, after knocking three rails in the showjumping, stretching the gap between first and second place. Yet, he held second position by just 0.7 of a time penalty in front of Andrew Cooper and Evergem Perfection, who finished in third position on a score of 67.70. Wilhelm’s second ride, Britannica MVNZ finished fourth on an overall score of 71.80. Rohan Luxmoore and Bells n Whistles produced an impressive clear showjumping round, moving them closer to the top four, but not enough to shift his overall placing of fifth. Hazel says she was elated to win the Adelaide CCI 4* in the heart of Adelaide city. “It was an amazing feeling,” she said. “Going into showjumping, I just tried to remain focused and concentrate on the job. I didn’t want to know what score Wil and Andrew had after their rounds, as I knew I had to stay focused on my job.” “I was just so happy with the horse. He really tried his heart out and gave it 100%,” she said. With...

Clint jumps double clear to win Thomas Foods WC

Nov 6, 2016 | News & Updates

Clint Beresford and Emmaville Jitterbug were the overall winners of the Thomas Foods International World Cup Showjumping Final, after jumping two super clear rounds, and a fantastic atmosphere at Victoria Park. Hundreds flocked to the main arena to watch the jumping spectator, as part of the 2016 Australian International Three Day Event. In second position was Clint’s second horse SL Donato and in third position was Stuart Jenkins and Fairview Aliquidam. Click here to view full...

Lamb’s impressive rounds earns him the Jumping Crown

Nov 6, 2016 | Uncategorized

The Equestrian Australia Jumping Dual Crown Champion was awarded to Andrew Lamb and CP Argento. While Jamie Kermond held the top position on the leaderboard after the Australian Showjumping Championships, Andrew was able to add to his points and jump to the top and claim the crown. Andrew carried 8 points from the Pryde’s EasiFeed Australian Show Jumping Championship and 4 points from the Thomas Foods International World Cup in Adelaide, giving him a total of 12 points. To view the Jumping leaderboard, click...

NSW wins Horseland CCI** State Team

Nov 6, 2016 | News & Updates

In the battle of the states in the Horseland CCI** State Teams, New South Wales team members Andrew Barnett and Bradgate Park Dante, Robert Palm and Halcyons Dark Secret, Jessica Rae and Rascal and Sophie Adams and Umunga were on top. Horseland CCI** State Team Results are as follows: FIRST- New South Wales SECOND- Queensland THIRD- Western Australia FOURTH- Victoria FIFTH- South...