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Welcome to UK Agility
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PLEASE CHECK ALL SCHEDULES FOR TEAM AND PAIRS AND ELECTRIC HOOKUP.
THESE CAN ONLY BE ENTERED BY PAPER ENTRY AND NOT AVAILABLE TO ENTER ONLINE
2008 UKA Judging Seminars
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Monday 28th July
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Week Show Tewkesbury
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Level 2
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Friday 15th August
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Royal Cornwall Showground
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Level 1
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Friday 29th August
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Cheltenham Racecourse UKA Charity Show
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Level 1
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Level 1 Training includes the Agility and Jumping Judging
Level 2 Training includes All Games Judging
Participants receive a Certificate of Attendance from UKA - no exam involved
Interested in booking a place? Contact: Kim Hunt, e:mail kim@kimhunt.co.uk or telephone 01773 827643/07870575328
07/07/08 - New Show
GT 6 Dec 08, Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire.
02/07/08 - New Show
EAWS 15Nov 08 - East Anglian Winter Series, Snetteron, Norfolk.
From the line up for this year’s Royal Canin final, it promised to be an exciting event. One of the attractions of the Royal Canin final is its open to all levels and heights of dogs and therefore attracts many top agility dogs and handlers. Shaun Hunt, our judge, set out a course pitched at just the right level considering dogs had qualified from Beginners through to Championship standard. It was the type of course where handlers needed to work every part of it, but perfectly achievable.
Now, those of you who are always busy (me) or lazy readers (me too) who rarely read all those lengthy show reports, I thought I’d get straight to the point with some of the highlights of the event. For those of you who enjoy reading, the full report follows the highlights.
Royal Canin Final Highlights
The four winners:
Maxi - Laura Derrett & Fish, fantastic perfectly handled run 26.67
Standard - Angela Williams & Pi, fastest dog on the Royal Canin course tonight 26.19
Midi – Lisa Lesigne & Chi, the only midi dog clear in less than 30 seconds (28.11)
Toy – David Alderson & Libby, extraordinary run 29.66
Other Highlights
David Alderson & Spice trying to catch the time set by Laura & Fish. A slightly wide turn between obstacle 12 /13 let him down. From the Standard group, watching the look of shock on Lucie Hinchley’s face as the wing jump 13 appeared right in her line after her front cross. She wheeled backwards taking the wing with her. Luckily she was fine; I think she found the amusing side of her unfortunate tumble.
The Midi and Toy group were great fun to watch. Such a wide variety of breeds and all levels of agility represented. Many fell foul of the weaves which was positioned with a tunnel inviting them in afterwards. This is where the experienced dogs had an advantage.
Full Report
In true final style was the ‘white dog’ TeeJay handled by Sue Wood. Sue showed them the way to go with a nicely
handled clear round. The draw resulted in Maxi dogs going first followed by Standard, Midi and Toy.
Maxi - First dog and handler of the evening was Bob Sharpe & Meg, no sign of nerves here as they set the
pace; a clear round in 27.41. Next up was Gemma Hanekom & Boo. Now I know there are rules about double handling, but
carrying an unborn baby, Gemma should have been given a head start! Starting at number three would have helped,
because that’s where she picked up a very unfortunate elimination. However, Gemma carried on and completed the
course very bravely.
With the pressure on, nerves were getting the better of some handlers now especially at the weaving poles. With the
tunnel just after, it was too much temptation for some and popped out before completing them.
Laura Derrett & Fish running 16th looked like they were on-form, although Laura was a bit fidgety on the start line
nerves or adjusting underwear (perhaps it’s a Derrett start line routine!) If it was nerves she was soon to be
putting in an Adrenaline fuelled performance. Fish was on top form, incredible power, tight turns every where and
superb handling. Clear round in 26.67 the 1st round below 27 seconds we’d seen tonight.
Following Laura was Dave Alderson. There was a bit of a delay on the start line while Renee (commentary) explained
to the crowd about Dave’s part-time male model side line, but it didn’t fluster him at all, Dave, as cool as an
Easter show, put in the sort of performance we are used to seeing with Spice. Unfortunately Spice wasn’t quite as
tight as Fish negotiating 12 / 13 and just came in behind him at 27.28 still good enough to take second place in
the Maxi dog’s height.
The great thing about this Royal Canin event is its open to all. In the maxi dog final we had Labs, xbreeds, and even Stuart Carter with
Storm who still manages to put the performance in when it matters finishing in 5th place.
Special well dones must go to the beginners in the maxi dog height who put in some great runs up against tough opponents.
Standard - These were going to be fun to watch, a great mixture of breeds and well known handlers. Tace Allen and her
Kelpie Oakley set the benchmark, producing a clear round in 32.18. It was going to take another seven dogs before we saw the next clear
round with a time to match or better Oakley’s. It was Wendy Clay and Tishi who put in a very good performance (30.98) with tight turns
which was definitely needed on this course.
Angela Williams and her Kelpie Pi (Pi really is a Kelpie) put in a stunning performance flying over the finish line
in 26.19 even quicker than Fish. Again, time made up by Pi’s sheer power, drive and turning ability . . . oh and
Angela’s handling of course. Pi was the fastest dog on Shaun’s course tonight and a well deserved winner of the
standard class.
Some good handling and determination was seen on the course with other exceptional runs by Morag Harris finishing 2nd with Murran who also did a lovely run, and Sue Choux and Sassy 3rd with another very enjoyable run to watch.
Midi- Karen Bugler and Ace were first up coming over the finish line with a clear run in 32.97 which was
going to prove a challenging time to better. Bob Griffin’s Kromfohrländer, Kala caught my eye, a really happy
little dog really enjoying the run; so did Bob, clear in 35.94 which was going to put him in third place. Last to
run was Lisa Lesigne with her Sheltie Chi, this was the one to watch. They produced an excellent run demonstrating
very good handling; clear in 28.11 taking 1st place.
Toy dogs - Last to run in the Royal Canin final a great selection of breeds to watch. Amazingly out of the
first eight dogs only two had clear rounds, but they were two good ones. I especially enjoyed watching Ray Burke and
Kez go round, such a happy little dog clear in 37.52. Unfortunately he was not quite quick enough to make the final placings. Elizabeth
Saggers and her Poodle Florence, running order 11, was the first pair to go clear in under 33 seconds. This run was going to put her in
3rd place.
Shaun’s course was definitely proving more testing for these Toy dogs, by the time Paul Isaac entered the ring with
his JRx Scooby at 15 we had only seen 6 clears. Paul (junior handler) and Scooby did a superb clear run in 35.31
which wasn’t quick enough for the final line-up but still a run to be proud of.
The last five would determine the final results. David Alderson was back in the ring this time with Libby who needs
no introduction. This pair is always exciting to watch Libby’s speed is amazing and how David manages to control a
little dog going at such a pace is fun to watch. They didn’t put a foot wrong over the course. Every turn was tight
and accurate, the contacts fast and solid and unlike many dogs tonight managed to complete the weaves quickly and
accurately. They finished clear in 29.66 going in to first place. The final dog to run was Tia a Sheltie handled by
Marilyn Adams. They knew they had to fly to beat Libby and they had a really good go at achieving that. This pair
put in a really good performance finishing in 31.84 taking them into second place.
Toy Division
| David Anderson |
Libby |
C |
29.96 |
1st |
| Marilyn Adams |
Tia |
C |
31.84 |
2nd |
| Elizabeth Saggers |
Florence |
C |
32.72 |
3rd |
| Rosemary Anson |
Jack |
C |
33.62 |
4th |
| Sophie Waymouth |
Millie |
C |
35.00 |
5th |
Midi Division
| Lisa Le-Signe |
Chi |
C |
28.11 |
1st |
| Karen Bugler |
Ace |
C |
32.97 |
2nd |
| Bob Griffin |
Kala |
C |
35.94 |
3rd |
| Carol Donnelly |
Monty |
C |
36.04 |
4th |
| Rebecca Preston |
Minnie |
C |
36.15 |
5th |
Standard Division
| Angela Williams |
Pi |
C |
26.19 |
1st |
| Morag Harris |
Murran |
C |
27.74 |
2nd |
| Sue Choux |
Sassy |
C |
27.85 |
3rd |
| Helen Perryman |
Molly |
C |
30.84 |
4th |
| Wendy Clay |
Tishi |
C |
30.98 |
5th |
Maxi Division
| Laura Derrett |
Fish |
C |
26.67 |
1st |
| Dave Alderson |
Spice |
C |
27.28 |
2nd |
| Chris Cole |
Cap |
C |
27.34 |
3rd |
| Bob Sharpe |
Meg |
C |
27.41 |
4th |
| Stuart Carter |
Storm |
C |
27.92 |
5th |
Thank you to Royal Canin for their sponsorship of the UK Agility Grand Prix 2008. For more information on Royal Canin Dog Food please visit their web page www.royalcanin.co.uk
UKA would also like to thank everyone that helped at the show and at the final for making the event such a success.
Sew What embroidery are the sponsors of a new pairs class for UK Agility this year. The class is open to ALL
heights and levels. The first qualifier was very fast and huge fun with some fantastic pairings making it
through to the finals. These are to be held at Scrambles Sept 2008 show. For more information, including
details of finalists, qualifying shows, rules, examples and much more- please take time to visit
www.swpairs.co.uk
18/06/08 - New Show
EAWS 11 Oct 08 - East Anglian Winter Series, Snetteron, Norfolk.
13/06/08 - New Show
GT Nov 1st 08 - Cheltenham, Gloucestershire - 1st November.
08/06/08 - New Show
GT Oct 08 - Cheltenham, Gloucestershire - 26th October.
UK Agility is pleased to announce 4 new winter shows
The East Anglian Winter Series dates are
Oct 11th, Nov 15th, Jan 24th, Feb 7th
The venue for the shows will be
World Horse Welfare, Hall Farm, Snetterton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 2LR
UKA is also offering to all new members who enter either the Oct 11th and/or Nov 15th shows at time of registration a 15% discount on registration.
Paper registration is therefore £8.50 an item and Online registration is £6 an item. (This excludes TBYB).
The 2008 Summer / Autumn shedule of events for Derbyshire Agility Centre is now available. Please click here to view / download
Full report on the IFCS World Cup now available - please check the IFCS page for more info
20/05/08 - New Show
Top Barn charity show, Top Barn, Holt Heath, Worcestershire - 4th and 5th October.
20/05/08 - New Show
Waverunner 08, Apps Court Farm, Walton on Thames, Surrey. Sept 27th and 28th.
IFCS World Cup Update
To see full results from the IFCS World Cup including video footage of some of the runs please click the link below:
http://smoothmovesagility.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=113&Itemid=163
12/05/08 - New Show
UKA Scrambles 08, Apps Court Farm, Walton on Thames, Surrey. Sept 19th-21st.
IFCS World Cup Update
GB Team bring home 8 golds, 2 silver and three bronze. Full report to follow shortly
Sunday 11th May:
Individual agility: Dave Alderson & Spice gold, Dawn Weaver & Minky silver
Jumping: Dave Alderson & Spice gold, Dave Anderson & Libby gold, Wendy Fairlamb and Scout gold
Snooker: Dawn Weaver & Chelsea bronze
Gamblers: Wendy Fairlamb & Scount gold
Snooker: Chris Cole silver
All-around: Dawy Weaver & Chelsea bronze
Power and Speed: winnder Dave Alderson & Spice
Saturday 10th May:
Biathlon results: Dave Alderson & Spice gold, Mark Powell & Trigger bronze, Dawn Weaver & Minky gold, Wendy Fairlamb & Scout gold. GB win three out of four heights
Friday 9th May: Dave Alderson & Spice win individual agility gold. Dawn Weaver & Minky win individual agility silver. Eight dogs still in contention for the all-around gold medals - the remaining three runs happen tomorrow.
Biathlon jumping - Great Britain win all four heights: Dave Alderson with Libby, Wendy Fairlamb with Scout, Dawn Weaver with Minky and Dave Alderson with Spice were the four winners. Three other dogs are still in contention for the biathlon gold with the agility run happening tomorrow.
06/05/08 - New Show
UKA Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge, Cornwall, August 16th and 17th
Team & Day camping rate to be entered by paper entry form. Weekend rate camping available to book online.
05/05/08 - New Show
Dogs Trust 08 - Dogs Trust Centre, Wickhamford nr Evesham, Worcestershire WR11 7RT - 6th and 7th September
PLEASE CHECK SCHEDULE FOR CAMPING DETAILS
New show announced
For those of you disappointed with the Scrambles date change you’ll be pleased to know that Waverunners Agility will be running a show at Scrambles venue on their original date with 5 runs a day.
27th & 28th September Apps Court Farm, Walton on Thames, Surrey KT12 2EG. You may even be able to leave your caravan on site between the Scrambles and Waverunners shows.
CHANGE OF KATS SHOW VENUE
Due to a problem with the venue the KATS UK Agility show will now be held at Apps Court Farm, Walton on Thames, Surrey KT12 2EG. (Scrambles venue)
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
28/04/08 - New Show
UKA Charity Show, Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, Glos - August 30th and 31st
25/04/08 - New Show
Staverton 08, Dowtys Sports and Social Club, Cheltenham, Glos - August 23rd-25th
12/04/08 - New Show
UKA Nationals, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 8DP July 28th to August 3rd
Electric Hook Up and Pairs to be entered by paper entry form
11/04/08 - REMINDER
UKA - KATS Agility Show
With just a few weeks before the entries close this is a reminder for you all to enter the
Trophy Team Steeplechase and the Kats & Dogs Open Pairs Jumping classes on “paper”
direct to UK Agility (KATS), Langdale, Church Street, Offenham, Evesham, Worc. WR11 8RW.
This show is to hold the first qualifier for the Trophy Team Steeplechase, kindly sponsored by
Trophy Pet Foods, and should prove to be a fast and furious event. With most combinations of
heights catered for, the top 2 teams from each heat will qualify for the final.
The Kats & Dogs Open Pairs Jumping class will be limited to 150 pairs with no priority given to
any particular height. Pairs must consist of two dogs of the same height but levels may be mixed,
i.e. Beginner with Senior, Novice with Champion.
We are also holding a heat for the Royal Canin Agility with the results of the 4 levels combined
and the top 3 qualifying for the final.
KATS are a very sociable club; formed in 1991 with the emphasis on fun, and we would like to
invite you all to join in the team games planned for Saturday evening. Teams of four persons,
two male and two female will be eligible to enter the “Pole Pickers Pirouette”. Entries will be
accepted on the day with no late entry surcharge. Warning: this game may involve alcohol.
24/03/08 - New Show
Hereford DTC, Fownhope FC, Fownhope, Herefordshire July 19th and 20th 2008
19/03/08 - IFCS World Team Quiz
Help raise money to send the UKA squad to the IFCS World Cup Agility
19/03/08 - New Show
Witney Rugby Ground, Witney, Oxfordshire June 14th and 15th 2008
10/03/08 - New Show
Broomfield Hall, Ilkeston, Derby July 12th and 13th 2008
10/03/08 - New Show
Newbury Showground 28th and 29th June 2008
10/03/08 - New Show
Aldon, Yeovil, Somerset June 21st and 22nd 2008
21/1/08 - New Show
KATS May 31st - June 1st 2008
21/1/08 - New Show
Phoenix AC May 24th 2008
21/1/08 - New Show
GT Agility 3rd ad 4th May 2008
21/1/08 - New Show
Patanden & Waverunners Agility - April 26th and 27th 2008
21/1/08 - New Show
Prested Hall - April 12th and 13th 2008
04/12/07 - Results Posted
Show results through last show are now posted.
04/12/07 - New Show
N Somerset Agility Show - March 29-30th 2008
04/12/07 - New Show
Scrambles - April 4-6th 2008
Pairs Entry via paper only.
Camping is only one of two choices, Thurs - Sat OR Fri & Sat.
19/11/07 - New Show
Coswold RDA - March 21-24th 2008
11/11/07 - New Show
Hereford DTC Agility Show - March 2nd 2008
4/11/07 - New Show
Prestbury Park DATC - Feb 16-17th 2008
15/10/07 - New Show
January 5-6th 2008 GT
15/10/07 - New Show
January 13th 2008 UKA Cornwall
09/10/07 - New Show
December23rd 2007 GT
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