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By appleblossom
The Northern Ireland Champion of Champion Show
Another show coming up
Saturday 7th September 24
At Laurencetown, Gilford, Co Down
All Champions who won a Championship on the Island of Ireland in the last 2 years can compete in :
**Please Note there will be no Racing at this show**
Showing For Whippets/Lurchers /Terriers/ Strong Dogs
After Showing will be The Champion of Champions
FOR YOUR SAT NAVS : HOLLYMOUNT ROAD LAURENCETOWN CO DOWN BT63 6EN Margaret Mc Stay
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By appleblossom
The Mc Grath Racing Club Dog Show and Race Day, Sunday 25th August 24 in Carlow
Representing the Great Game Fairs of Ireland ( By kind permission of Mr AJ Titterington )
In the beautiful Irish midlands lies the County of Carlow, with its many scenic landscapes, villages and townlands. Ballinabrannagh is one of those traditional rural spots now made famous for the annual Mc Grath Racing Club Dog Show and Race Day.
It was here in the late summer weather sporting enthusiasts from north and south of the border came to view the challenges of the sporting elite, and to partake in the Country sports events listed on the day.
This dog show and race day is a great sporting day out for all like minded people before the shades of winter fall down and the work in the field begins.
As usual the Canine world was well catered for, with a full programme of showing and racing, burger van, country sports stands, toilet facilities and a child handling class for the wee people with lots of goodies on the day. Some great wee lads in that class and some craic with them .
With the now famous 5 Nations showing Championships, the Master Mc Grath , Mick The Miller finals and the All Ireland showing and Racing Championships all happening at this show by kind permission of The Great Game Fairs of Ireland( Aj Titterington ) in one day, this was an action packed schedule and all went without a hitch.
As the morning progressed the excitement was building up in the air as the time for the highlight of the year, the Master Mc Grath and Mick the Millar was fast approaching.
This show was full of memories for me. As I am old enough, myself and my husband being part of the Canine scene for 25-30 years, we have seen so many good friends pass away and no longer with us. So my heart was filled with pride and tinged with a little sadness when Ged Donagh announced and sponsored the Ross Rice racing cup. It was lovely to see all Rosses mates there to support Ged and honour and keep the memory of their treasured friend alive. Congratulations to Jamie O Connor and his winning dog for winning this race in Rosses memory
Going forward with another new attraction from Mc Grath Racing club, was the under 10 racing class. Well you talk about excitement. The field echoed the cheers, clapping, and roars from these young people when their canine friends were running this race. What a great idea and hopefully will be showcased by shows in the future.
The day kicked off when Fran Kennys dog Rose pipped the post in the Master Mc Grath final followed by Errol Gardiners winning dog Chase winning the Mick the Miller Trophy for 2 consecutive years running. Last 2023 and now in 2024. What an achievement Errol. It was well worth the journey to see the joy on the faces of these two Sporting people.
Time passes quickly and very soon it was time for the very popular 5 Nations Championships and All Ireland Showing Championship 2024.
Here are the Showing Results Courtesy of Biddy Mc Grath and Leigh Thompson.
**Five Nations Champions 2024 **
Five Nations Champion Whippet
James Mullen with Max
Reserve
Sian Krysten Webb with Loca
Five Nations Champion Lurcher
Ged Donagh with Jake
Reserve
Ged Donagh with Kev
Five Nations Champion Terrier
Kyle Quinn with Star
Reserve
Richard O Callaghan with Hunter
**All Ireland Champion Showing**
All Ireland Champion Whippet
Sian Krysten Webb with Loca
Reserve
Sian Krysten Webb with Tikka
All Ireland Champion Lurcher
Ged Donagh with Seamus
Reserve
Fran Kenny with Precious
All Ireland Champion Terrier
Kyle Quinn with Star
Reserve
Richard O Callaghan with Hunter
All Ireland Champion Strong Dog
Ricky B with Juice
Reserve
Andy Spence with Snake
**Overall All Ireland Show Champion
Sian Krysten Webb with Loca
Reserve
Ged Donagh with Seamus
**Pups **
All Ireland Champion Whippet Pup
James Mullen with Toby
All Ireland Champion Lurcher Pup
Rebecca Saunderson with Susan
All Ireland Champion Terrier Pup
Kyle Quinn with Nancy
All Ireland Champion Strong Dog Pup
Marty Black with Panda
***Overall Champion All Ireland Pup
Marty Black with Nancy handled by Kyle Quinn
Reserve
Marty Black with Panda
Racing Results From the pen of Biddy Mc Grath
Master Mc Grath Champion
Fran Kenny with Rose
Reserve
Paul Owens with King
Mick The Miller Champion
Errol Gardiner with Chase
Reserve
Edward Kane with Ginger
ALL IRELAND RACING CHAMPIONS AND RESERVE CHAMPION
TERRIER CHAMPION
Robert with Copper
Reserve
Robert with Tess
Whippet Champion
Willy Carthy with Molly May
Reserve
James Mullen with Junior
Under 21 Champion
Lynzi Gardner Maill with Venison
Reserve
Lynzi Gardiner Magill with River
Under 22s Champion
Leanne Hawthorne with Casey
Reserve
Billy Harpur with Dash
Under 23 Non Elite
MJ with Ruby
Reserve
Thomas with Speedy
Under 23s Elite
Lynzi Gardiner Magill with lady
Reserve
Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Codi
Under 24 Champion
Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Jack
Reserve
Billy Harpur with Chucky
Under 24 Hairy Champion
Jed with Tess
Reserve
Mason Thompson with Jess
Heavy Bull Champion
Joyce Scott with Mabel
Reserve
Luke with Blue
Light Bull Champion
Joyce Scott with Axel
Reserve
Leigh Thompson with Roxy
Big Dogs (MMcG Qualifier for 2025) Champion
Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Aneka
Reserve
Cliona Owens with Miley
Puppy Champion
Jamie O Connor with Penny
Reserve
Liverne Townsend with Zara
Under 10s Best Slipper Champion
Ronaldo with Jack
Reserve
AJ with Zara
Congratulations to all above winners
And Finally, may I take this opportunity to thank the judges on the day
Five Nations Judges
Whippets
Leigh Thompson
Margaret Mc Stay
Lurchers
Paddy Mc Grath
Maurice Thomas Mc Dowell
Terriers
Hanna Heinenon
Eamon Mc Erlain
All Ireland Judges
Whippets
Kirsty Harpur
Lurchers
Fiona Devlin
Terriers
Hanna Heinonen/Eamon McErlain
Strong Dogs
Gary Griffen
Judging is not an easy task. Thank you all for doing an excellent job.
Personally, I would like to thank Leigh Thompson for all her help and professionalism at the show, but especially when we were judging together in the 5 Nations. You are a star Leigh and thank you. Also to Stephanie OConnor /Chantelle O Connor and Biddy Mc Grath for taking photographs while I was in the ring. I could not of done it without you.
And Finally, Finally, this show was run under the guidance of people who are passionate about Country Sports and a great window for the showing and racing tradition.
Yes it’s the McGrath Racing team I am speaking about. Biddy, Michael, Jack, Terry, and Anthony, and your brilliant back up team. You set the place a light with your professionalism at every stage in the showing and racing and everything ran so effective and efficiently this year. A lot of hard work went in but it all paid off in the end, and was a credit to you all and your team. Mary Mc Grath you should be so proud of your family.
My Final word goes to Albertj Titterington and his wife Irene. After 69 Great Games Fairs of Ireland, you have left a legacy in Country Sports that will live on long after we have gone to the great throne beyond the sky. Our lives have been enriched with the excellent work and enjoyment you give to many families across the country and down through the years, through your Game Fairs.
Over the years you have brought a creative marketing flair, vast event organisation, a wealth of experience, and a lifetime's commitment to the promotion and enjoyment of all Country Sports.
Albert, I know you could not be in Carlow because of health issues, but you donated some beautiful Cups, Trophies and prizes which was so much appreciated.
Albert and Irene, It is an honour to be your friend, and on behalf of the whole canine community and especially the Mc Grath Racing Club, we wish you a speedy recovery back to health, and look forward to seeing you in Carlow in 2025.
Again thank you to the Mc Grath Racing Club for another great show. A great day was had by all in Carlow.
To we meet again, God Bless
Margaret Mc Stay
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By appleblossom
Schedule for The Big One.
Carlow Dog Show and Race Day this Sunday 25thAugust 24 ( Approx Times)
1/Gates Open at 8.00am
2/10.00am
Entries for the Master McGrath and Mick The Miller taken
3/ 11.00am
Master Mc Grath and Mick the Miller racing will take place
4/ 12.00am
Straight after the Master McGrath and Mick The Miller, the 5 Nations will take place with the 3 rings Whippets/Lurchers/Terriers going at the same time.
5/ Showing straight after 5 nations
6/ All Ireland Racing after showing
Entries for the Racing will be taken all during the day.
Margaret Mc Stay
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By appleblossom
UNCLE SUNNYS CHARITY DOG SHOW AND RACEDAY SUNDAY 18th AUGUST 24
Burndennett Cricket club is situated on the border between the counties Tyrone and Derry and lies in the vale of the beautiful Sperrin mountains. This was the venue for Uncle Sunnys Charity Dog Show and Raceday Sunday 18th August 24.
After taking a wrong turn and very quickly seeing the error of our ways, it was not long to a field full with cars vans and trailers came into view. With the echo of barking dogs wafting over the countryside, Mrs Sat Nav verified in her dolcet tones we had reached our destination.
As Uncle Sunnys Dog show and Race day is widely acclaimed now being one of the top shows, again this year it certainly lived up to its name. This show always brings a magical atmosphere with it.
From 10.00am on Sunday morning the crowds rolled up in force, with dogs and family in tow. The show ground was superb with a good long Racing Track, views to die for, and well spaced out show rings.
There was ample ringside parking with Toilet facilities, a burger van/Ice Cream van, art, Country Sports stands and a bouncy castle for the wee people. Nothing left to chance at this show, something for everybody.
The weather was kind to us with quite long spells of sunshine along with a cool breeze. This show is always a great family day out with lots of fun and frolics, and we were not disappointed this year either.
It was nice to see the usual show goers back at the show this year, and quite a few new faces as well in the ring, showing off their Whippets, Terriers, Lurchers , Strong Dogs and Bullys, and maybe take home a nice trophy or a bag of meal at the end of the day.
Niall O Cloghan and sons were there with their wonderful Terrier Maze. This maze brings so much joy and excitement to every Terrier man in the country, seeing their well breed terriers running the gauntlet from one end of the Maze to the other and winning a prize at the end of it. Niall this Maze is a great invention and long may it continue.
Our little people are very important people to country sports show rings and race courses. And they were certainly out in force at Sundays show and bouncy castle and show ring. Long after we have gone out of the ring and the field, these little people will be carrying on our Country Sports traditions in another tomorrow, and another generation.
Time moves on and very soon it was show time.
** Showing Results
Champion Pup
Abigail Mc Neill with Jax
Reserve
Leah Miller with Cali
Champion Pet
Conor Mc Phelmey with Rua
Reserve
John Boyd with Polo
Champion Hound
Nigel Leonard with Sounder
Reserve
Brian Leonard with Ranger
Champion Whippet
Leah Miller with Cali
Reserve
Fred Gentle with Snake
Champion Lurcher
JP O Hagan with Tyson
Reserve
Neil Fitzpatrick with Spike
Champion Terrier
Kyle Quinn with Star
Reserve
Hanna Heinonen with Judge
Champion Strong Dog
Marty McHugh with Harley
Reserve
Corey / Paula Beggs with Paco
***Overall Show Champion and Best in Show***
Marty McHugh with Harley
Reserve
Kyle Quinn with Star
Congratulations to all above winners
**Racing Results
From The Pen of Christina Maguire
PUPS
Jack Townsend with Xera
Whippet Race
James Mullen with Junior
Under 21
Rose Mc Coy with Arlo
Under 23 Hairy
Mason Thompson with Jess
Over 23 Hairy
Steven Mc Cook with Chimp
Over 23 Elite
Kirsty Harpur with chucky
Under 23 Elite
Kirsty Harpur with Dash
Light Bull
Joyce Scott with Axel
Heavy Bull
Joyce Scott with Mabel
Master Mc Grath Qualifers
Paul Owens with Millie
Katelyn Mc Kenzie with Ace
And finally, a very big thank you to the judges on the day who done a wonderful but difficult job
Child Handling and Pets
Margaret Mc Stay
Hounds
Martin Mc Guigan
Whippets
Leanne Hawthorne
Lurchers
Stewarty Graham
Terriers
Franko Duffy
Strong Dogs
Ken Wilson
The Racing responsibilitys on the day was carried out by The Mc Grath Racing Team. What a brilliant racing family of truly genuine people. Biddy/Michael/Jack and team, you were tops on the day and excellent team work.
And Finally, Finally, Uncle Sunnys well run dog show and Raceday would not of been possible without this man and woman at the helm, yes Concepta O Goan and Tommy Melaugh it is you I am speaking about.
Along with Christina Maguire, Harry Roche, Dessie Roche,Toni,Ciara Clare,Bailey Melaugh and all your back up team, you pulled out all the stops and turned the day into a memorable family dog show, for a great cause and a great Country Sporting day out.
It was evident a lot of hard work and sleepless nights went on behind the scenes to make this Dog show so successful.A special word of thanks to Christina Maguire for all your help to me in the ring. You are a lady and you really worked your heart and soul out running from ring to ring organising and keeping everyone right.
The caring people Concepta O Goan and Tommy Melaugh are when arranging this dog show with Uncle Sunny, immediately they said it was going to be a charity event, and the Charity they decided the proceeds of Sundays dog show was to go to was “ The Korma Centre Changing Lives”
The centre offers a safe and welcoming space where one can speak free and in confidence to a trained
Counsellor/Psychothorapist who will discuss and look at what has brought you to seek support.
We all can have difficult times in our daily lives and at some stage need to talk to somebody to help us to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Sharing your worries and fears with someone you can trust who is there to listen to you, in a non-judgemental way, can be a great relief and can give hope for the future. What a worthy Charity.
I had the pleasure of meeting Uncle Sunny on Sunday and what a lovely man with a very kind heart. I must say thank you to Uncle Sunny, Concepta O Goan, Tommy Melaugh and team for a great show on Sunday in Strabane and I am already looking forward to more of the same in 2025.
To the memory of all who passed away and who inspired this show to happen, to we meet again God Bless.
Margaret Mc Stay
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By appleblossom
THE TALLY HO WORKING DOG SHOW AND RACEDAY SATURDAY 17th AUGUST 24
As I drew back the curtains on a mild August morning, my inner thoughts were telling me to get loaded up and on our way to the Tally Ho Working Dog Show and Race day in Ballee Park, Ballymena, Co Antrim.
And what a show that was. Peter always produces a top class show and Saturdays show was no different. I had a little sadness in my heart, with my sub conscious mind thinking this might be the last working dog show the Tally Ho organiser will run. But for a minute I do not believe that. Shows are in Peters blood, and come the new year fingers crossed, he will get the bug again.
This man always goes above and beyond all our expectations when he runs a shows, with top class trophies and prizes, Bouncy castles and loads of treats for the little people. There is also a raffle, all types country sports stands, and organises all this on his own.
Despite the odd small shower of rain families and country sportsmen and women came out with every breed of dog you could name. The atmosphere was electric, and the craic was good.
As the work in the field is on the horizon and the showing in the ring is nearly over, there was a very nice friendly crowd at the show. Just an all round lovely relaxing family day out for all the Canine men and women in Country Sports.
As usual the raffle generated at lot of excitement with some lovely presents up for grabs. Many happy punters went home with some lovely presents.
Time passes so quickly, very soon it was show time.
Here are some Showing Results : ( Hope I got them right)
CHAMPION PUPPY
Harry John Digging with Gorm
Reserve : Abigail Mc Neill with Jax
Champion Whippet
James Mullen with Max
Reserve : Vanessa Lynn with Louis
Champion Lurcher
Gerdy Daly with Major
Reserve :
Champion Terrier
Maxi Maxwell with Stig
Reserve :
Champion Strong Dog
Decky Mc Daid with Darla
Reserve : William Hanna with Broc
Champion Bully
Gail Ross with Bert
Reserve : Paula Beggs with Paco
***Overall Champion and Best in Show ***
Gerdy Daly with Major
**There was also a Peters Choice in every Category
Congratulations to all above winners
**Racing Results From The Pen of Joanna Relf Lee
Whippet Pup
James Mullen with Toby
Lurcher Pup
Rebecca Saunderson with Susan
Terriers
Conor O Neill with Brock
Whippet Dog
Vanessa Lynn with Louis
Whippet Bitch
Susan Mc Cann Penny
UNDER 21
Rose Mc Coy with Arlo
Under 22
Billy Harpur with Dash
Under 24
Colin Tucker with Fletcher
Over 24
Cliona Owens with King
Hairy under 24
Mason Thompson with Jess
Hairy Over 24 ( Mick The Miller )
Stephen Mc Cook with Champ
Bull X Light
Joyce Scott with Axel
Bull X Heavy
Joyce Scott with Mabel
And Finally, may I take this opportunity on behalf of the Tally Ho working dog show to thank the judges on the day for a job well done.
Childrens Handling Class and Fancy Dress
Ash Coyle
Ladies and Gents Handling Class
Peter Morgan
Whippets
Margaret Mc Stay
Lurchers
Barry Holland
Terriers
Davy Owens
Strong Dogs
Wee Stewarty
Bullies
Cassie Graham
Judging is not an easy job, but the judges were all consistent and fair, and very successful with the end product.
A Big thank you to the racing team Matt Lee/Joanna Relf Lee and Matthew Lee for running the racing on the day so efficiently and went without a hitch. Your experience and input was invaluable and of this we are extremely grateful.
And Finally, Finally when this man starts out to do a show there is no short cuts taken. Yes Peter Morgan it is you I am speaking about. Before your shows you rant and rave, but when the day comes you deliver the goods.
Peter you run a top class show with the minimum of help on the day. You are the main man at the helm, have a heart of gold, and your kindness knows no bounds. Along with your excellent team of helpers, Conor Creagh/Calum and Caitlin Hughes you all worked tirelessly to make this show enjoyable for everyone.
Peter your show is a credit to you, you made every one so welcome, and hopefully we might see more of the same in 2025( I am feeling optimistic )
Margaret Mc Stay
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