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Ringo has been the pony of a lifetime. In 2000 he was Winter Novice SHP Champion with Jenny Edmondson.
Sam and Ringo had an excellent first season in 2001. They won the Royal International and went Champion of Champions at BSPS.
2002 GCSE's Loomed! We decided to send Ringo to Julie Templeton (526 miles round trip!) Julie, Sam and Ringo jelled immediately. Again he won at the Royal International, went Champion and Supreme Pony Champion of the Show.
2003 Another brilliant season. At the Championships Ringo is through to the final Phase of the Blue Riband. He gives an excellent performance and wins. Ringo gained top marks in the championship and became the Blue Riband SHP Champion of 2003. Sam had always dreamed of this and to see her gallop (not trot as Julie had told her!) out of the arena with the biggest smile on her face made everything worthwhile.
Our thanks go to Babs Ruchwaldy for breeding such a super pony. To Julie and Suzy for their amazing hospitality. Sam has found Julie's training invaluable and she has given her tremendous confidence. To Denise, Michelle, Sam and Nichola for all their hard work. Also, to Sally for her hours of driving and help.
And finally to Ringo. He oozes presence and moves as if on air. He has given Sam three fantastic years. Thank you Ringo, you're a Star!
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