General News

National Anti-Doping Rules for All Irish Equestrian Disciplines Introduced for First Time:

Press Release from HSI

NATIONAL anti-doping rules for all equestrian disciplines have been introduced in Ireland for the first time. The new rules were passed unanimously at a board meeting of Horse Sport Ireland ...

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Eventing Ireland has kicked off the New Year with a bang: February and March sees a host of Eventing Ireland training events taking place across the country. There is ...

Connemara Pony Breeders Society Announces Sponsorship for Top Placed Eventing Connemara:

Note from Head Office

The Connemara pony is one of Ireland's oldest native breeds renowned for its versatility, athleticism and disposition. In recognition of the breed, the Connemara Pony Breeders Society would like ...

Horse Registrations - Amendment:

Note from Chairman

The Board has decided that with immediate effect, the Owners page of a Horse/Pony Passport will be viewed by Head Office each time the animal is registered. The person shown as ...

New Venue Grant Scheme:

Note from Chairman

The Board has decided that in 2012 any applications for the €1k new venue grant will be considered by the Board on a case by case basis and on their ...

Medical Support at Events. Rule 44:

Note from Chairman

The Board has reviewed Rule 44 and related rules with regard to medical support. We have re-affirmed that a Medical Officer and/or a Paramedic, suitably qualified, are and have been ...

EI AGM:

Note from Head Office

The following notices were sent either electronically or by post to all members 18 years and over eligible to attend and vote at the Eventing Ireland AGM being held at ...

Dressage & X-C Training Young Riders and Juniors 14 February 2012:

Note from Organiser

Dressage training with Heike Holstein Tuesday 14 February 2012 Copperally Stud, Moyglare, Maynooth, Co Kildare In 60 x 30m Indoor School Limited to 12 places 2 ...

Spring Training for All Young Riders and Juniors:

Note from HSI

Spring Training Dates - Open to All Young Riders & Juniors Mon 13 Feb: Show jumping with Ian Fearon @ Grange Farm Tues 14 Feb: Dressage with ...

Combined Training @ Coilog Young Rider Meeting Sunday 12 February 2012:

Note from HSI

Combined Training @ Coilog & Young Rider Meeting Sunday 12 February 2012 All Young Riders wishing to be considered for the 2012 Championships and/or Training Programme, please ...

Note to all Young Riders/Expressions of Interest 2012:

Note from HSI

NOTE TO ALL YOUNG RIDERS: 2012 Young Rider Management Team: High Performance Manager: Sally Corscadden Dressage Coach: Heike Holstein Show Jumping Coach: Ian Fearon Vet: Will Lalor. Advisors: Julia Watson ...

David Foster Injured Riders Fund Ball:

Note from Organisers

The David Foster Injured Riders Fund Ball will be held on the 18th February 2012 in the Johnstown House Hotel, Enfield, Co Meath (046 9540000). Tickets are brilliant value ...

New Dressage Tests for 2012:

Note from Head Office

Will competitors please note there will be three new dressage tests for 2012: Intro Test 95 (2012) replaces Test 91 Pre-Novice Test 106 (2012) replaces Test 101 Novice Test 110 (2012) replaces Test ...

Eventing High Performance Pony Riders (U16) Assessment Day 2012:

Note from HSI

We would like to invite pony riders to apply to participate but it is recommended that ponies have previously competed at 2* level. The assessment day is scheduled for Thursday 16 ...

Junior Team Selection 2012:

Note from Team Coach

Could all Junior Riders eligible for 2012 season and for both 2012 & 2013, that wish to be considered for selection for the Junior European Championships in 2012, please contact ...

Good News - Price Reductions 2012:

Note from Chairman

Some time ago I wrote that the Board was examining all of our pricing structures in advance of the 2012 season. I am happy to report that some courageous ...

VIPS 2012 Applications:

Note from VIPS Team

Eventing Ireland is inviting applications from Event Organisers/Landowners for the VIPS 2012 Grant Scheme. More information is available by downloading the following document: VIPS 2012 Details of Grant Scheme Document ...

David Foster Injured Riders Fund Ball:

Note from Organisers

The David Foster Injured Riders Fund Ball will be held on the 18th February 2012 in the Johnstown House Hotel, Enfield, Co. Meath. Tickets are brilliant value at €60! The night ...

National and International Dates for 2012:

Note from Chairman

The National Dates Committee (NDC) has celebrated its first anniversary. We should at this time recall the trojan work done by the late Roma Kieran on national dates for ...

Notice of Annual General Meeting for the Financial Year 2011

Note from Head Office

IRISH HORSE TRIALS SOCIETY LIMITED TRADING AS EVENTING IRELAND NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING FOR FINANCIAL YEAR 2011 AND NOTICE OF ELECTION Notice is hereby given under Section ...

Irish Ferries Holds EI Rates for 2012:

Note from Head Office

Irish Ferries has confirmed it will hold its 2011 rates for Eventing Ireland members transporting horses travelling to overseas events in 2012, despite the rising costs in fuel. All members need ...

AGM :

Note from Chairman

AGM The Board has announced that the Society AGM will be held on Sunday 19 February 2012. ELECTIONS The following four elected directors will finish their term of office ...

Doctors/Paramedics:

Note from Chairman

The Board has examined Rule 44 and confirmed that a venue at which either a Doctor or Paramedic is present and on duty meets the requirements of Rule 44(a): "Before ...

End of 2011 Season:

Note from Chairman

Dear Members and Friends of Eventing Well done to all. We have happily and successfully completed another season of national eventing. Our thanks are due to our valued Landowners, ...

International Eventing Forum 2012:

Note from IEF

The International Eventing Forum is delighted to announce the panel of presenters for their Olympic Year Forum, which is once again aimed at all riders, owners, trainers and supporters interested ...

Dates Team Rules:

Note from Chairman

Below are the rules for the National Dates Team approved by the Board on 22 September 2011. The chairman of the Team is Jessica Harrington and the other members are Polly ...

Ireland Finish 5th in European Championships:

Press Release from HSI

The Irish Three Day Eventing team finished fifth in Sunday's European Championships at Luhmuhlen in Germany on a total penalty score of 206.70. However they missed out on Olympic qualification by ...

HSI High Performance Funding:

Note from Chairman

The Board has decided on a majority vote to commit to HSI HP Funding for 2011 and 2012. The amount it was decided to donate in 2011 will be ...

HSI Announces Le Lion D'Angers Competitors:

Press Release from HSI

Horse Sport Ireland has announced the horse and rider combinations for the FEI World Breeding Championships for Young Event Horses at Le Lion D'Angers in France from 21-24 October. Three combinations ...

International Application Process Reminder:

Note from Int Administrator

International Application Process Before making an Application for an International Event either at home or abroad, please ensure the following processes have been completed: 1. Riders must be registered with ...

HSI Rules: Note from Chairman

HSI yesterday passed its new Rules which will become effective on 01 January 2010. These will be of interest to riders and owners. The Rules can be found under Downloads under ...