b'THE ELLESMERIAN 151It has been another rewarding year for the Ellesmere College equestrianA particular highlight in January, was Immy Spencer-Blow becoming team. We have once again seen an increase in the number of pupilsShropshire champion in the testing 110m Hickstead Show Jumping joining our ranks, with some accomplished performances. qualifier at Allens Hill. She then produced an outstanding performance at the Hickstead National Finals to be placed 3rd in this demanding Our riders have competed in both jumping and dressage disciplines, withclass and in very tough competition. Both Immy and her sister Bella have four riders qualifying for the NSEA Championships in October 2022. Itproved themselves tough competitors over big fences by qualifying for was a great experience for our riders (ranging from Sixth Form studentsthe 110cm class for the NSEA championships, 2023.down to some of our youngest pupils) representing Ellesmere CollegeWe have had some experienced riders joining us for the coming season with such enthusiasm and skill. National qualifiers included: Tessa OBrien,and are looking forward to another good year.Tilly Leonard, Immy Spencer-Blow, and Freddie Spencer-Blow. As always, thanks go to the parents without whose hard work, groom Ellesmere College continued to be well-represented in many of ourduties, and early mornings our riders would not have such fun!regional schools competitions, with significant success, and four riders have already qualified for the next National Championships.KCIn April 2023, Tilly Leonard competed in a schools 2-Day event, at Princethorpe College in Warwickshire. This is a demanding event that includes dressage, show-jumping, and cross-country. Although not placed on this occasion, it was a valuable experience for Tilly.'