MULLINGAR EC was a hive of activity last weekend, as it hosted the Showjumping Ireland national pony and young rider championships.

The 128cms ponies were the first to take to the Allianz arena on Saturday in the 80cms national pony league finals. First to go in the jump-off, Stephen Gibbons and Sligo Little Star set a good target with a clear in 36.28 seconds, which would eventually see him finish as runner-up. Heather Byrne and Kilmoylan Joey also put in a great effort and their time of 36.50 proved good enough for third. A brilliant round from Olivia Shanahan saw her take the championship honours with Baronagh Boy when they finished clear in 35.82 .