THE Connaught region is gearing up for an exciting summer of show jumping as its horse and amateur leagues will kick off on May 3rd in Galway Equestrian, followed by six other rounds and finishing with the Connaught Super Grand Prix Show.

Among the driving forces behind the league is sponsor Liam Lynskey of Derryronane Stud, who expressed his enthusiasm: “As main sponsor, we’re very proud to support the Grand Prix League. With the season beginning over the May Bank Holiday, there’s a great sense of anticipation and we’re looking forward to an exciting and successful series.”