The Irish Polo Foundation (“IPF”) have announced plans to scale up their ‘Irish Thoroughbred Programme’, a pilot scheme that aims to increase the number of polo horses in Ireland to progress the development of the game and the wider industry. The overarching role of the Irish Polo Foundation is to raise funds to assist with
Siobhan Herbst runs Polo Wicklow “Traditionally the Thoroughbred has been used for many years for polo, many of them coming from the track. If you look back at the ‘Argentine Polo’ breed you will see that all the bloodlines originate from the thoroughbred.” How long have you been involved in retraining racehorses for polo
Siobhán Herbst creates equine firm to supply alternative to dear Argentine bloodstock Irish Times, Mon, Aug 13, 2018, 05:36 Dominic Coyle Irish international polo player Siobhán Herbst (astride horse) with colleague April Kent: Ms Herbst is running what she says is Ireland’s largest polo event, for charity, in Phoenix Park. Irish racehorses are being
Thoroughbreds once again demonstrated their versatility and excellence at two key events hosted by the Association of Irish Riding Clubs (AIRC), with standout performances in both dressage and eventing. These former racehorses, often known for their speed on the track, have proven they can excel in other disciplines as well, with impressive results at
🗣Calling all Dressage Ireland members who ride thoroughbreds! We are delighted to sponsor awards to thoroughbreds who are competing in Dressage Ireland competitions regularly. We have a €1000 prize fund which will be divided among FOUR categories. Riders in the Preliminary, Novice, Elementary and Medium categories are invited to submit their and their horse’s name
The Treo Eile Christmas Show will take place at Emerald Equestrian Centre on Thursday December 12th, 2024. The event, which is a celebration of thoroughbreds in their second career, promises to be an action-packed day of fun, competition, and festive excitement for the entire equestrian community. The show which includes the HRI Treo Eile Thoroughbred
Show Jumping Clinic with Tomás Ryan Tipperary Equestrian Centre The next Treo Eile clinic supported by Randox Health will take place on Saturday 12th October at Tipperary Equestrian Centre. There will be three groups: 🔸Early retraining (up to 70cms) 🔸70cms – 80cms 🔸80cms and above. Places are limited and bookings are open now –> https://www.itsplainsailing.com/org/te
