The Royal Hospital School, Holbrook, took first place at the National Schools Equestrian Association (NSEA) Inter-Schools County Team Show Jumping Championships at The Jays Equestrian Centre near Bury St Edmunds on Sunday 11 March.
The team consisting of Sophie Ainsworth, 15, Chloe Tribe, 14 and Millie Ainsworth, 13, were the last to go and all three riders completed very stylish clear rounds to go head-to-head with Woodbridge School – the only other team to go clear in the competition.
After a very fast jump-off against the clock the Royal Hospital School team emerged victorious, securing first place and becoming County Champions.
Pupils at the Royal Hospital School can ride as games option or activity up to four times a week. At the highest level, team and competition coaching take place at Bylam Livery Stables, three miles from the School, under the instruction of experience horsewoman, Caroline Colwill. Boarders are also able to make full use of the livery services offered here.
The Equestrian Team, comprising of both the school squad and CCF riders, compete regularly in regional and NSEA events as well as at the Windsor Horse Show each year.