Eglinton Pony Club Games Team have qualified for the Horse of the Year Show in October 2021 to compete for the prestigious Prince Philip Cup Mounted Games Trophy.

The team claimed one of the six places available across the UK by winning their Zone competition in July, reflecting their enormous efforts, hard work and determination.

The team consists of six riders, five of whom are from across Ayrshire. Kate and pony Venusia, Eloise and pony Pixy, Aoife and pony Tillie, Kirsten and pony Allie, Emma and pony Billy and finally, Blair and pony Gizmo.

Team Trainer, May Wylie said: “I am so proud of this wee Team who have worked their socks off to get to where they are now.

“They have been dedicated, focused and worked hard to achieve their dream. The Team are an absolute pleasure to train”.

Good luck to the team from all at the Herald.