Wellington, Florida, USA – Wednesday, February 27, 2020 – The incredible contribution made by all of Ireland’s horse owners and supporters to the Irish Show Jumping team was celebrated last Wednesday night, at a special reception held at Trelawny Farms, Wellington, Florida in the USA.

Speaking at the reception, Horse Sport Ireland CEO Ronan Murphy thanked all of Team Ireland’s horse owners and supporters for their “incredible support” and thanked all those working behind the scenes for their massive contribution to Ireland’s success.  He also reflected on what was an fantastic year for Ireland in 2019 when they secured Olympic qualification along with medal winning success for Ireland’s youth athletes at European Championship level.

Ronan Murphy also said:
“Along with all our fantastic owners and supporters I want to also thank our senior Show Jumping team sponsors, Devenish and the Underwriting Exchange and our official clothing supplier Equiline, and all Team Ireland Sponsors, Berney Brothers, Charles Owen, Dubarry Ireland, Horseware and TRM.”

Ann Thompson receiving honors during the reception

A special presentation was made to Ann Thompson, owner of several of Darragh Kenny’s top horses for her outstanding contribution to Irish Show Jumping.

Source: Press release from Horse Sport Ireland

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