Kilkenny equestrian team secure prestigious Captain John Ledingham Cup
Warrington Pony Club shine at Irish Pony Club National Festival
Warrington Pony Club, based at Warrington Equestrian Centre in Kilkenny, recently celebrated remarkable success at the Irish Pony Club National Festival after winning the prestigious Captain John Ledingham Cup.
Representing Warrington Pony Club were Mia Rowe, Jilly Hoban, Anna Moloney, and Emily O'Keeffe, under the guidance of Chef d'Equipe Eddie Moloney.
The Kilkenny-based team delivered an outstanding performance, finishing as the only team in Ireland to complete the competition on zero faults, producing four flawless clear rounds.
Their exceptional consistency secured a place in the final jump-off, where only two teams remained in contention, and Anna Moloney and Emily O’Keeffe produced the winning clear rounds to seal the victory.
The team’s success did not end there. In recognition of their excellent riding standards, horsemanship, and turnout throughout the competition, they were also presented with the National Horsemanship Award.
Adding to Warrington's celebrations, Anna Moloney claimed second place in the individual competetion, capping off an outstanding weekend for both rider and team.
The double success marks a memorable achievement for Warrington Pony Club and highlights the strength of young equestrian talent coming through in Kilkenny.