Team SUPREME PRODUCTS® on a Roll at HOYS

Team Supreme Products riders and producers continued their winning ways on the second day of the Horse of the Year Show with championships going to Team Hollings, Simon Charlesworth of the Stanley Grange Show Team and Sarah Challinor.

Having already taken the Mace Group Mountain and Moorland Pony of the Year on the first day, Sarah’s success with the Dartmoor stallion, Pumphill Buckthorn continued when heading the Thistledown Mountain & Moorland Working Hunter Pony of the Year after winning the ponies not exceeding 122cm section earlier in the day.

Following a very successful season, the large hack, Royal Angel, ridden by Michaela Wood and produced by Team Hollings looked a picture.

Winning his section, Royal Angel then went on to take the Topham Barnes Hack of the Year Championship in another prestigious finale.

To round off an amazing day, Simon Charlesworth and the Stanley Grange Show Team then made it through to the evening performance with Mr and Mrs Parkin’s Catwalk after winning the Cuddy Supreme In-Hand Horse Championship.

Against his father Alan, winner of the pony section with Scallywag II, Simon and the lovely bay mare looked magnificent under the spotlight, shining to perfection and continuing to wow the judges to take to the overall Cuddy In-Hand Championship.

Meet the Team- Stacey Wiseman

Here we meet Stacey Wiseman of Team Hollings. Groom, key member of the turnout brigade and number one fan when it comes to Supreme Products Glistening Oil!

1. How long have you ridden and what disciplines do you compete in?

I have ridden for 27 years and have always concentrated on showing.

2. What is your favourite TV programme?

Criminal Minds or Lie to Me.

3. Do you have any brothers or sisters?

I have two brothers and two sisters and we all get on well which is great.

4. What is your favourite food?

I love Chinese.

5. Where is your favourite holiday destination?

Anywhere hot!

6. Who is your favourite horse or pony on the yard and why?

Abba otherwide known as Pennymore Isadora in the show ring. She is a 128cm show pony.

7. What is your favourite event?

Has to be Royal International Horse Show, great atmosphere lots going on!

8. What is your favourite item from the Supreme Products Professional Collection?

Supreme Products Glistening Oil, it’s a great highlighter and brilliant for final touches.

9. Do you have a top tip for us?

When it comes to show ring preparation don’t get the horses or ponies ready too early!

10. What do you feel is your biggest achievement in life so far?

I produced Whisper from a riding school pony to qualify for the Royal International Horse Show on the first attempt.

11. What music do you currently listen to?

Kasabian, they are brilliant.

13. What book are you reading at the minute?

Fear the Worst by Linwood Barclay.

14. What was the last film you watched at the cinema?

Twilight, same as Penny and Chelsea!

15. If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be?

I can get so stressed and would like to be more easy going.

16. If you could have an hour’s conversation with anyone who would it be and why?

The footballer Steven Gerrard.

17. When you have time to yourself, how do you like to spend it?

Believe it or not knitting!

18. If you were given £1million, what would you spend it on?

A new horse.

19. What is the most expensive thing you have ever bought?

My car.

A Bright Spark for HOYS

Supreme Products sponsored show rider Alexandra Hollings is riding high with Snaafi Bright Spark claiming their ticket for HOYS.

The pair were pulled in top of the line in the HOYS Ridden 138m class at the CHAPS Championships.
Snaafi Bright Spark and Michaela Wood were due to make their HOYS debut two years ago but after a terrible accident leaving Snaafi with severe concussive injuries, could not make the event.

Snaafi was on box-rest for six months and then sidelined for a further year before making his comeback in the showing world.

Now paired with Alexandra, owners Sandra and Martin Wood are over the moon with his progress and his
latest victory.

Said Sandra: “We could hardly believe it; we honestly thought he would never show again. He looked fantastic at CHAPS. All the hard work grooming, mane plaiting and using invaluable products such as the coat shine  from our collection of show ring presentation products paid off. He looked and went like an absolute star. We are so pleased with him."

Meet the Team- Team Hollings Groom Philip Gawthorpe

With a passion for both showing and dressage here we catch up with Team Hollings groom Philip Gawthorpe courtesy of SUPREME PRODUCTS™.

1. How long have you ridden and what disciplines do you compete in?

I’ve been riding for 18 years mainly showing and dressage.

2. What is your favourite TV programme?

Friends, it’s always good fun to watch.

3. Do you have any brothers or sisters?

I have three brothers and a sister.

4. What is your favourite food?

My favourite food is pasta.

5. Where is your favourite holiday destination?

Thailand

6. Who is your favourite horse or pony on the yard and why?

Royal Angel who is ridden by Michaela Wood and competes in Intermediate Show Riding Type and Large Hack classes.

7. What is your favourite event?

I really enjoy the Royal International. Hickstead is a great venue.

8. What is your favourite item from the Supreme Products Professional Collection?

Supreme Products Glistening Oil is a great addition to any show ring presentation kit

9. Do you have a top tip for us?

Don’t over do the horse make-up!

10. Do you have any family pets?

No not at the moment

11. What do you feel is your biggest achievement in life so far?

I produced a Welsh pony, Murray Hall Elizabeth that qualified for HOYS, so I am very proud of that.

12. What music do you currently listen to?

Dance.

13. What book are you reading at the minute?

I should read more, but nothing at the moment!

14. What was the last film you watched at the cinema?

Toy Story 3 in 3D is was great.

15. If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be?

I could do to be more cheery in the morning.

16. If you could have an hour’s conversation with anyone who would it be and why?

Nelson Mandela.

17. When you have time to yourself, how do you like to spend it?

With friends.

18. If you were given £1million, what would you spend it on?

Horses I’m afraid.

19. What is the most expensive thing you have ever bought?

My horse.

20. If you could be anyone else for the day who would it be?

The top dressage rider Carl Hester.

From Lake Windermere to the USA with Stuart Hollings

Following in the family tradition, Stuart Hollings is a successful show producer and a vital part of Team Hollings. Based in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, here we catch up with Stuart to find out more about his hectic schedule and how he uses the SUPREME PRODUCTS™ range for top class show preparation.
From Lake Windermere to the USA with Stuart Hollings

Q. If you hadn’t become a show producer, what other career would you have chosen?

A. I probably would have become a lawyer, although I would have really liked to be in the film or TV industry.

Q. Why did you choose this particular discipline?

A. Really it came about by accident. I went on a Pony Club trip to Leahurst Veterinary College in Liverpool there the DC Dr Sutherland told me that because I had started riding later than most I needed to go to a very good riding school. I later went to Readwood Stables and my first lesson was on a 13.2hh show pony and the rest,they say, is history.

Q. Do you have a nickname?

A. Yes Koojy Bear – it was a character from a children’s TV programme

Q. Do you have any family pets?

A. Yes I have two French bulldogs, both are bitches - named Yvette and Desi.

Q. Do you follow or play any other sports? If so what are they?

A. Not really, sometimes when I get chance I like to catch up on the football and I like watching rubgy, tennis and athletics when it’s on.

Q. Who is your main sponsor?

A. Our main sponsor is Supreme Products which is really great. Supreme Products are wonderful from a showing perspective; they have everything we need to make our horses and ponies look a million dollars for the show ring.

Q. In what way does you sponsor help you?

A. They supply the yard with lots of really good products that help the team prepare all our horses and ponies for the show ring. They are great for adding that extra touch of coat shine so we stand out from the crowd. They also supply us with branded Supreme Products clothing which looks really smart – the team love it.

Q. What is your biggest achievement in life so far?

A. Becoming a published author and Horse & Hound columnist

Q. How many horses/ponies do you have on your yard?

A. We have 31 at the minute including some youngsters that we have bred ourselves.

Q. Do you have a favourite horse/pony?

A. I have been lucky enough to work with several great horses and ponies and therefore have many favourites for different reasons. Nigel’s WHP Downland Smuggler was a pleasure to produce as he gave 100% every time and was pretty straightforward to work with. One season his first mistake was a fence down in muddy conditions at an August Bank Holiday show, up until then he had jumped clear all season. That day he still finished second reserve champion!

Q. How do you manage to get the show horses and ponies so clean?

A. A good horse shampoo is key. Supreme Products High Shine Shampoo is brilliant for restoring the coat and producing lustre and shine in all coat colours.

Q. How did you feel when you won your first major title?

A. My first win of any note, which led to the family deciding to go in to top class level showing, was when I won the novice show pony class at Royal Lancashire show under Albert Deptford.

Q. Is there a title you would like to win?

A. I would like to win the Royal International Horse Show Supreme title with a horse. We have already won this with the pony Royal Bronze. Also I would like to win the HOYS Supreme with a pony as we have won that accolade with the riding horse Fair Breeze.

Q. Do you have a favourite event?

A. The Royal International Horse Show is one of the best events, it has a great atmosphere and there is always lots of really good competition there. I also like HOYS, it is a huge and very prestigious show.

Q. How do you get your horses and ponies to shine under spotlight?

A. Supreme Products Glistening Oil is great for highlighting eyes and muzzles. It really enhances and highlights their best points and creates a superb shine under artificial lights.

Q. Do you have a favourite holiday destination?

A. My favourite country for holidays is the USA, there are so many things to see and do over there.

Q. What music do you currently listen to?

A. I like listening to anything really, a complete mixture, but I’m not keen on Jazz.

Q. What book are you reading at the minute?

A. I’m currently reading The Lost Symbol written by the famous Dan Brown.

Q. What is your favourite TV programme?

A. It has to be Coronation Street

Q. What is your favourite film?

A. Two of my favourites are Murder on the Orient Express and the musical The Sound of Music.

Q. What was the last film you watched at the cinema?

A. I don’t go to the cinema much, but I do rent films out with LoveFilm.com. The last one I watched was the new Sherlock Holmes film with Jude Law and Robert Downey Jr.

Q. What was the last item you bought at the supermarket?

A. It was Pink Moet Champagne for a friend.

Q. If you could have an hour’s conversation with anyone who would it be and why?

A. It would have to be... the head of security, MI5.

Q. If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be?

A. I went bald in my early twenties, so I would like more hair!

Q. When you have time to yourself, how do you like to spend it?

A. I like dining out with friends and shopping. I also like going sailing on Lake Windermere

Q. Wine, Beer or Champagne?

A. Wine

Q. Milk, White or Dark Chocolate?

A. Milk chocolate

Q. If you could pass any law, what would it be?

A. Not to show disrespect to fellow human beings

Q. If you could be anyone else for the day, who would it be?

A. I would like to be a member of the Royal family for the day, just to see what it is really like.

Q. What is your biggest regret?

A. Not being able to play the piano, I tried my hand at the clarinet but never stuck at it.

Q. If you were given £1million, what would you spend it on?

A. I would love to go on a world cruise with Cunard.

Q. If there was one horse you could own... past or present... who would it be?

A. We presently produce a 148cm show pony for Laura Fitzgerald, Crafton Touch of Gold, which I would like to own. She is a half sister to our successful dun show pony Deaconwood Gold Print (dual HOYS winner and dual RIHS champion). She is well bred and comes from a line of good quality movers.

Q. If you could sit down at table for a meal with five other people who would they be?

A. John Barrowman, Victoria Wood, Sir Richard Branson, Princess Anne and the Prime Minister.

Q. Who did you last recieve a text from and what did it say?

A. A competitor saying how much they enjoyed the recent North of England show.

Q. What was the most expensive thing you’ve ever bought?

A. My home since 1975 - Blue Slate Stables.

Q. Do you have any tips for any readers interested in taking up showing?

A. Watch the experts and pick what you think is the best tip from each of them. Look at your animal with a super critical eye and train it from there.

Q. Do you have a favourite product from the Supreme Products Professional Collection?

A. Supreme Products de Luxe Coat Gloss is outstanding for laying the coat in preparation for quarter marks and sharks teeth

Supreme Products Professional Collection – The Choice of Champions.

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Busy Season for Team Hollings

Based in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, Team Hollings have had a busy start to the season. The team comprises of brothers Nigel and Stuart, Nigel’s wife Penny and their daughter Alexandra.
With a host of wins and championships under their belt, the team, sponsored by Supreme Products are now busy on the show circuit with the aim of qualifying for HOYS.

Major wins and championships include:

Midland Counties:

Dynamique - Novice SHP 1st. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

NPS Area 5:

Greylands Stardust, Champion SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood, Qualified HOYS

Cardines M’Lord, HOYS SHP 122cm 1st. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Katie Ashcroft, Qualified HOYS

Pendle First Light, HOYS SHP 153cm 1st. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth, Qualfied HOYS

Hambleton:

The Pied Piper, RIHS BSPA 153cm N/T 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Michaela Wood

Snaafi Bright Spark, RIHS BSPA NNP 1st. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Alex Hollings, Qualified RIHS

Wispa, RIHS BSPA N/T EX 153cm 1st. Owner Mrs W Ellis, Rider Samantha Ellis, Qualified RIHS

Lancashire Championships:

Crafton Touch of Gold, Champion RIHS Show Pony & PBA. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

Fleetwater Xecutive, RIHS Small Int SRT 1st & Champion. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth

Greylands Stardust, Champion RIHS SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider
Alice Greenwood

Ninfield Fable, Novice Show Pony 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs J Horsfall, Rider Alex Hollings

Dynamique, Novice 153cm SHP 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

Cardines M’Lord, RIHS SHP 122cm 1st. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Katie Ashcroft

Pendle First Light, RIHS SHP 153cm 1st. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Georgia Butterworth

Shropshire Country Spring Show:

Crafton Touch of Gold, Champion RIHS Show Pony. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

Greylands Stardust, Champion RIHS SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

Royal Angel, Champion RIHS Hack. Owner Mrs Wood, Rider Michaela Wood

Lincolnshire Spring Show:

Pendle First Light, RIHS SHP 1st & Champion,Premier League SHP 1st & Champion. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth

Crafton Touch of Gold, Champion RIHS Part Bred Arab 2nd & Reserve Champion RIHS Show Pony. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

Fleetwater Xecutive, RIHS Small Int SRT 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth

Whittaker’s Count, Novice Int SH 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Chelsea Foster

White Rose County:

Pendle First Light, Premier League SHP 1st & Champion & Reserve Supreme. Owner Mrs E Butterworth's Pendle First Light, Rider Georgia Butterworth

The Pied Piper, BSPA 153cm 1st & Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Michaela Wood

Ninfield Fable, RIHS PBA 1st & Champion & 1st Novice Show Pony. Owner Mrs J Horsfall, Rider Alex Hollings

Fleetwater Xecutive, RIHS Small Int SRT 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth

Cheshire Premier:

Ninfield Fable, RIHS PBA 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs J Horsfall, Rider Alex Hollings

BSPS Area 1B:

Royal Angel, Reserve Supreme, 1st & Champion RIHS Intermediate & 1st RIHS Large Hack & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Michaela Wood

Greylands Stardust, Champion RIHS SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

Cardines M'Lord, 1st RIHS SHP 122cm. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Katie Ashcrot

BSPS Area 5:

Crafton Touch of Gold, RIHS Part Bred Arab 1st & Champion. Owner
Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Chelsea Foster

Royal Angel, RIHS Intermediate 1st & Reserve Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Michaela Wood

Fleetwater Xecutive, RIHS Small Int SRT 1st. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth

Ninfield Fable, Novice Show Pony 1st. Owner Team Hollings, Rider Alex Hollings

Thirkleby Beluka, 1st RIHS Part Bred Arab ex 148 1st. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth

North Eastern Counties:

Greylands Stardust, Champion RIHS SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

Crafton Touch of Gold, Reserve Champion RIHS Show Pony. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

NCPA Lancs Spring:

Crafton Touch of Gold, Champion Show Pony & Reserve Supreme.
Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

Greylands Stardust, Champion SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

Ninfield Fable,1st Novice Show Pony, 1st 138cm & Reserve Champion. Owner
Mrs J Horsfall, Rider Alex Hollings.

Dynamique, 1st Mixed Novice SHP. Owner Mrs L Fitzgerald, Rider Alice Greenwood

BSPS Area 3A:

Royal Angel, 1st Large Int SRT & Champion. Owner Mrs S Wood, Rider Michaela Wood

Pendle First Light, 1st 153cm SHP & Champion. Owner Mrs E Butterworth, Rider Georgia Butterworth

'The Team have had an excellent start to the season and have been incredibly busy,' says Sarah Turnbull of Supreme Products. 'We are delighted to be supporting the team and supplying them with show ring products such as our range of hoof paints; Plaiting Spray and Mane and Tail Detangler amongst others. We see the team and their horses and ponies at shows week in, week out through the season and they always look immaculate.'

Meet the Team – Nigel, Penny, Stuart and Alexandra Hollings

Based in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, Team Hollings have been at the top of their game for more than 40 years.

The Team comprises of brothers Nigel and Stuart, Nigel’s wife Penny and their daughter Alexandra. Between them they have won many of the top accolades in the showing world.

10 things you didn’t know about Team Hollings:

Penny’s favourite indulgence is champagne

Stuart is a regular Horse & Hound columnist

Penny’s most memorable horse was Dutch Dame

Nigel is an NPTC City & Guilds Approved Assessor - Certificate of Competance Transport of Animals (Horses Cattle & Sheep) short and long journey for Drivers, Attendants & Grooms.

The horse Penny would have most liked to own is the late Blue Hors Matine

Stuart and Nigel have written several books about showing and ring craft.

Penny’s biggest no-no in the ring is glitter

Penny’s proudest moment was watching her daughter Alexandra at the Horse of the Year Show

The team have 28 stables at the yard

Penny has lots of superstitions – usually lucky clothes

Top foot care tip; “The old saying ‘no foot, no horse’ is as true today as it has ever been” says Nigel Hollings of Team Hollings. Animals competing from the Team Hollings stables always have their frogs sprayed daily with Supreme Products Foot Care Spray from the Horse Care range. “It is easy to use, very reasonably priced and most importantly it works wonders and keeps foot rot at bay!”