All of Blarney's scores for the weekend were above 65%, which is fantastic. Obviously, the judges like him.

 

He has one "Qualifying Score," his 68.8% Friday. That means after he gets another score 68% or higher in that test (Training Level Test 4) he will qualify to show in that class at the seven-state regional show in the fall.

 

All his work over the weekend was excellent. He beat many older/big horses and absolutely is competitive.  All his classes are "Open" which means he competes only against trainer-trained horses ridden by professionals. That raises the bar in quality and performance. His ability to compete is enhanced by his purity of gaits, his sound mind, his work ethic and his talent. His success is not luck or a fluke! Blarney is an athlete who will just get better as he matures.

Also at this show was our mare Wisteria. This was her first show out this year and she took a fourth in the mares halter class.