Farming Life - Wednesday 16/11/11
Posted: Fri Nov 18, 2011 12:06 pm
NIPA Ladies Night 2011
The Vice Chairman Alan Darragh from Cullybackey with good wife Betty welcomed another good turn out of members and friends to the Annual NIPA Ladies Night held last weekend at the Templeton Hotel, in Templepatrick. Members were present from every part of the country from Derry City at the top of Northern Ireland down to Newry City at the border. Not much bother there now compared to the time the Customs Post was in operation the transporters now travel south through the new Newry bypass and now have good roads and a lot of motorway all the way to County Cork.
Special guests on this occasion included at the top table Mr John Heffernan Chief Convoy for many seasons for the Irish SR Federation and his wife, NIPA President Joe Kelly and Noel Murray from Londonderry, RPRA (Irish Region) President Sammy Thompson and his wife, Neil Frazer and wife from Frazer Feeds in Banbridge, and Mr & Mrs Robert Reid Secretaries RPRA (Irish Region). Also present were Mr & Mrs Beattie NIPA Sponsors, from the Irish Nat FC, Vice President David Black and Secretary Trevor Topping and President of the ISRF Henry Byrne.
Sammy Thompson was invited to say grace and the dinner got away on good time prior to a very large presentation. It was in the capable hands of long time Secretary Fred Russell and his new assistant Gregory McAvoy.
Most winners were in attendance to collect awards another massive night for Ron Williamson from Bondhill winning a dozen cups including Sect E Fancier of the Year for the 19th Season on the trot, quite an achievement. Rather that give replicas for each trophy as is the standard practice the NIPA presented Ron Williamson with a Cup to keep inscribed with all the winning performances which included the bulk of the hard to win Average Cups. Tom Wilson travelled up from Gilford and collected the awards for the Old Bird National St Malo, McComb Cup, News of the World Cup and Pigeonportal.com Cup.
Northern Ireland Provincial Amalgamation of Racing Pigeon Societies
Old Bird Trophy Winners 2011
Mulgrew Family Cup � 1st Tullamore � D. Farrell Strabane & Dist. Vel. 1831
H. McCabe Cup � 2nd Tullamore � M. Maguire & Son Millvale Inv. Vel. 1607
G. F. Whiteside Cup � 1st Roscrea � M. Maguire & Son Newry & Dist. Vel. 1577
Gilmour & Beattie Cup � 1st Clonmel � G. Quinn Strabane & Dist. Vel. 1348
S. Calvert Cup � 1st Fermoy � Nevin Bros. Coleraine Prem. Vel. 1422
R. Harkness Cup � 2nd Roscrea -- J. & P. Rice Killyleagh & Dist. Vel. 1628
Simpson Cup � Pilmore Beach � B. & M. Gilmore Ballyclare & Dist. Vel. 1509
Ledlie Cup � Talbenny � M. Shaw Armagh H.P.S. Vel. 1076
Northern Bank Trophy � 2nd Fermoy � Mark Maguire & Son Millvale Inv. Vel. 1801
Vint Cup � Bude � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1296
McCrory Cup � Penzance � W. Campbell Ligoniel & Dist. Vel. 1289
Young Bird Trophy Winners 2011
Frazers Animal Feeds Cup � 1st Tullamore --- R. McKelvey Newry & Dist. Vel. 1542
Frazers Animal Feeds Cup�2nd Tullamore -- P. Campbell & Sons Armagh H.P.S. Vel. 1579
Ben. Mercer Hunter Cup �1st Roscrea � T. Greenaway Gilford & Dist. Vel. 1657
Granco Cup�2nd Roscrea�M. & F. Russell Dromore W.E. Vel. 1891
W. V. Troughton Cup � Clonmel � Beggs & Hall Larne & Dist. Vel. 1845
S. Inglis Cup � 1st Fermoy --- Donnelly Bros. Newry City Vel. 1556
J. P. O�Hagan (Tyres) Cup � Tullamore C.B. � Doonan & McGuinness Dromor H.P.S. Vel. 1620
S. Montgomery Cup �2nd Fermoy � Donnelly Bros. Newry City Vel. 1998
First Young Bird Race Area Liberations Diplomas.
Section A West Mullingar � J. Ramsey & Son Derry & District Vel. 1278
Coleraine / Ballymoney / Rasharkin -- Mullingar-- D Dixon Ballymoney H.P.S. Vel. 1337
Section C -- Mullingar � G. McKenna Eastway Vel. 1398
Sections B & C --Tullamore -- Fleming Bros. Crumlin & Dist. Vel. 1426
Average Trophy winners 2011
McCluggage Cup � Best average in all channel races including Nationals � Ron. Williamson Bondhil Social Vel. 1363
Scania Cup � Best average old bird National & Classic races � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1455
Major Lewis Cup � Best average in all races England and Wales � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1257
Surgenor Cup � Best average Talbenny, Bude and Penzance � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1207
Harper Cup � Best average old bird and young bird channel Nationals � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1610
Devine Memorial Trophy � Best two bird average old bird NationalW. G. Neill Annaghmore H.P.S. Vel. 1629
Dickson Cup � Best average Bude and Fermoy young bird 27thAugust 2011 � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel.1361
Erwin Trophy � Best average all National and Classic races � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1465
B. Fox Cup � Highest position obtained by any N.I.P.A. official, committee member or club delegate in old bird National race St. Malo � Ron Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1660
W. E. Diamond Cup � Best average Talbenny & Rosscarbery young bird Nationals � G. Buckley & Son Annaghmore H.P.S. Vel 1366
Agar Cup � First yearling in old bird Classic race � J. Brown Chimney Corner Vel. 1285
Waring Trophy � Best average in all National races � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Vel. 1534
New North Trophy � Best average Penzance old bird and Talbenny young bird National - J. Brown Chimney Corner Vel. 1348
Section Trophy Winners 2011
Section ―A‖ H. Devine Cup � St. Malo � Kevin Carolan Coalisland Vel. 1582
Section ―B‖ Leslie Mairs Memorial Cup � St. Malo � H. & R. McCloy Cullybackey H.P.S. Vel. 1612
Section ―C‖ J Campbell Memorial Cup--- St. Malo � B. & M. Gilmore Ballyclare & Dist. Vel. 1627
Section ―D‖ H. McVeigh Cup � St. Malo � R. Topping & Son Lisburn & Dist. Vel 1600
Section ―E‖ E. & J. McCambley Cup --St. Malo � T. Wilson Gilford & Dist. Vel. 1660
Section ―F‖ A. Brown & Family Cup�St.Malo�N. & A. McCavera Downpatrick Vel. 1544
Section ―G‖ Norman Girvan Memorial Cup � St. Malo � A. McAteer & Sons Ballyholland Vel. 1575
Section ―E‖ E. & J. McCambley Cup -- Talbenny � M. Shaw Armagh H.P.S. Vel. 1076
Section ―E‖ E. & J. McCambley Cup -- Bude � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel 1296.
Section ―E‖ E. & J. McCambley Cup -- Penzance � J. Brown Chimney Corner Vel. 1285
John Bingo Orme Memorial Trophy 1st Section F old bird inland national � McComb Bros. Killyleagh Central. Vel. 1534.
N.I.P.A. Section Fanciers of the Year 2011
Section A � G. & S. Smith Cookstown Social 252 points.
Section B � Fleming Bros. Crumlin & Dist. 689 points
Section C � Gregg Bros. & McCandless Ligoniel & Dist. 612 points
Section D � I. Gibb & Sons Glenavy & Dist. 541 points
Section E � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social 723 points
Section F � R. Shaw Corrigs H.P.S. 568 points
Section G � Donnelly Bros. Newry City 867 points
Section H � R. Witherow Limavady 231 points
N.I.P.A Young Fancier of the Year 2011 � R.P.R.A. Irish Region Trophy � Ian Horner Springvale. Runner-Up � N. Marshall Cup � Jordan Scott Springvale.
N.I.P.A. Champion old bird of the year 2011 - J. Moreland Memorial trophy � Donnelly Bros, Newry City.
N.I.P.A. Champion young bird of the year 2011 The Irish Region R.P.R.A. Trophy - Gregg Bros. & McCandless Ligoniel & District.
N.I.P.A. President�s cup � Mr & Mrs B McNeilly, Doagh & District.
National and Classic Winners 2011
B. Fletcher & Son Cup � Rosscarbery old bird National � J. & D. Braniff Colin Vell. 1557
Stena Trophy � Fermoy five bird O.B. Championship � Donnelly Bros. Newry City Vel. 1606
J. H. O�Neill Cup � Penzance Classic � W. Campbell Ligoniel Vel. 1289
News of the World -- McComb Cup -- Pigeon Portal.Com Cup � St. Malo old bird National � T. Wilson Gilford & Dist. Vel. 1660.9
D. McNeilly Cup � Runner-up St. Malo old bird National � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1660.1
McKeown Cup � Talbenny young bird National � S. Laverty Ballymoney H.P.S. Vel. 1601
H. McVeigh Cup � Rosscarbery young bird National � Bingham & Seaton Ligoniel & Dist. Vel. 1306
Northern Bank Cup � Yearling Hen National � D. & J. Campbell & Bigger Glengormley H.P.S. Vel. 1670
Northern Bank Cup � Yearling Cock National � D. & I. Edgar Dromore H.P.S. Vel. 1671
Volvo � Fermoy five bird Y.B. Championship � Gregg Bros. & McCandless Ligoniel & Dist. Vel. 1990.
Mid Antrim Show Scene –
Cullybackey HPS: Old Pairs 1st) W & N Gilbert 2nd) W & N Gilbert 3rd) W & N Gilbert 4th) B Herbinson Res) J & J Greer VHC) N & S Anderson HC) N & S Anderson C) B Herbinson. Young Pairs 1st) J & B Balmer 2nd) J & J Greer 3rd) E Davidson 4th) N & S Anderson RES) W & N Gilbert VHC) J & J Greer HC) J & B Balmer C) B Herbinson. Judges from Ahoghill John Balmer, Cowan Balmer, Albert Young and Charlie Young.
Ballymena: The judges at the latest shows were Broughshane & Dist Secretary Harry Smyth and on a first visit to the clubrooms Alistair Purvis. The pens were almost filled again and the winners in the Young Bird handled Classes were local members Mrs Sempey 1st Young Hen and Billy Smyth 1st Young Cock. Mrs Sempey won the Special for BIS and also won the raffle for the second week. Young Cock Handled (52 Birds) – 1st & VHC W & J Smyth, 2nd Richmond Bros, 3rd W & N Gilbert, 4th G & A Eagleson, Reserve M/M M Sempey, HC McAlonan Bros, Commended D & R Turkington. Judge H Smyth (Broughshane). Young Hens Handled (51 Birds) – 1st & Special M/M M Sempey, 2nd, 3rd, 4th & Reserve D & R Turkington, VHC McAlonan Bros, HC J & B Balmer, Commended W & J Smyth. Judge A Purvis (Broughshane). Monday – Old Cock and Old Hen Handled.
Broughshane: Old Hens T/W – 1st J McNaghten & Son, 2nd & Reserve A Purvis, 3rd & HC C Kennedy, 4th T & E Service, VHC D Houston & Son, Commended H Smyth & Son. Judges M & D Magill (New Antrim). Young Hens T/W – 1st T & E Service, 2nd & HC A Purvis, 3rd & 4th J & N Simpson, Reserve D Houston & Son, VHC H Smyth & Son, Commended J McNaghten & Son. Judge B Blair (Ballymena). Raffle won by Harry Smyth.
Kells & Dist: Young Cocks T/W (115 Birds) – 1st & 4th A Barkley & Son, 2nd, 3rd & Commended Surgenor Bros, Reserve & HC H Boyd, VHC G McDowell. Judge B Herbinson (Cullybackey) Next week – Young Hens T/W.
Randalstown HPS: Young Cocks T/W – 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Reserve, HC & Commended W & N Gilbert, VHC Smylie Bros. Young Hens T/W – 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Reserve W & N Gilbert, VHC, HC, Commended D Logan & Son. Judge M Agnew (Kells). Next week – Old Cock and Old Hen T/W.
Ahoghill Flying Club: The show last weekend was cancelled as a mark of respect to young Steven Lowry a member of the club who had passed away, this Friday the classes are Young Cock and Young Hens Handled.
Ballymoney HPS: Young Cocks T/W – 1st & Special D Dixon, 2nd & VHC D & G McMullan, 3rd, 4th & Commended D Dixon, Reserve D Gage, HC Curry & Gilmore. Young Hens T/W – 1st B & I Stewart, 2nd, Reserve & Commended D Dixon, 3rd & HC D Gage, 4th J Connolly, VHC L Neill. Old Bird Eye-sign – 1st , 4th & Reserve D & G McMullan, 2nd D Dixon, VHC, HC & Commended D Gage. Judges D McMullan and Owen & Pat O’Neill (Glenarm & District). Friday – OC & OH T/W and YB Eye-sign.
Results from Lurgan Social Pigeon Show Monday 14th November. 1st Higginson & Johnston, 2nd Kevin Henderson & Sons, 3rd D & B Lyness, 4th T & K Mawhinney , Res J Douglas & Son, V.H.C J Douglas & Son, H.C J Douglas & Son. Best Young Bird J Douglas & Son. Many thanks to Michael Conlon and Jim Breen for judging. Next Show Monday 21st November. Penning from 7pm. Any age cock or hen. Special for Best Young Bird. Many thanks to Martin Douglas who supplies the result each week.
Ireland’s Own Auctions at Newtownbreda
Next Monday evening 21st November will see the return of Adie and his Ireland’s Own Pigeon Auctions Team commence Auctioning once again in the North of Ireland following 4 successful seasons in the South of Ireland. Venue will be Newtownbreda HPS a venue that has hosted many top sales over many years. First up will be a superb collection of 39 pigeons sent over by David Coward Talbott these mostly G/Children from some of the Absolute cream of Distance performers on the continent including “DE NARBONNE” 1st National Belgium + 6 Other Top Ten Nat Positions; “LUCAS” 1st National NPO Tours & 8th National Bourges; “VALE CAHORS” 1st National Cahors; “MUSA SON” Direct from “MUSA” 5 x Barcelona; “NATIONAL II” 1st National Limgoes; “EMPEROR” Sire of 1st DAX 19,400 Birds & 2nd DAX 17,000 Birds; “FULL TRY” 1st National ACE Pigeon Long Distance; “INTERNATIONAL DAX” 1st International Dax; “MISS LA SOUTERRAINE” 1st National La Souterraine; “SUMO” Multiple Winner and Ace Stock Cock for Jos Thone; “PAULINE” 4th International Pau; “DEN DAX” 1st National Dax;“THE RED BARCELONA” 1st National Barcelona. David Talbott is without doubt one of the elite stock and race men in the UK responsible for scores of winners for many fanciers in the all over the UK over the last 30 years, many pigeons have went on to be the basis for many consistent successful lofts especially at the 200 - 400 mile mark and further. A sale not to miss this the first for Adie at the Newtownbreda HPS Venue. The following Monday Adie will return with a superb draft of pigeons for Vernon Thom of Cookstown regarded as “Mr National” and why not !!! What a record Vernon has spanning some 50 years hardly a years passes without Vernon Thoms name appearing in a National result, this made possible of course with his old crafted family of Kenyon and Cattrysse pigeons. Sadly due to advanced age Vernon is finding the work load of the pigeons very demanding and has reluctantly decided to part with 40 + superb specimens that I must admit are rich and tasty to the eye containing all the old bloodlines that have kept Vernon at the top of National racing for what seems a complete life time. Once again a super sale to be had here. Both sales lists available to read on Ireland’s Leading website www.pigeonnetwork.com
THANKS Column –
The members of Kells & Dist wish to thank Robin and Pat Duddy, Arnold Thompson, Davy Strain and Alan and Betty Darragh for their hospitality towards Mr & Mrs John Preece from Wales and all those who attended the Panel & Moot at Dunsilly Hotel in Antrim. It was another night to remember and a special thanks to the panel members and other guests and to Alan Shanks for all his hard work.
Congratulations Column –
The members and officials of Crumlin & Dist send their hearty congratulations to Fleming Bros (Ian & Jimmy) on winning the NIPA Sect B Fancier of the Year award for 2011, best wishes to everyone in 2012.
Obituary Steven Lowry -
The local area and village of Gracehill and Ahoghill were shocked at the sad news of the untimely death of Steven Lowry captain of his local football team and a member of the D Lowry & Sons partnership who race in the Ahoghill Flying Club. Despite the quick response of an ambulance team they were unable to save the life of Steven who passed away shortly after returning from training at the local football fields. A highly respected and well liked young man he was involved in the Glenhugh Flute Band and worked as a barman at the Diamond Bar in Ahoghill. As I had mentioned he was captain of Ahoghill Rovers who play in the Saturday Morning League. Tributes were led by the Chairman Davy King and a number of matches were cancelled on Saturday the day of the funeral and Ahoghill Flying Club also cancelled the weekly show as a mark of respect. The local fancy send their sincere condolences to the family circle at this very sad time, he was shortly to be married. Donations in lieu of flowers were for C.R.Y (Cardiac risk in the young). The funeral was attended by a large number of the local sporting world and was one of the largest ever seen in the local village of Ahoghill. Willie Reynolds HOMER.
The Vice Chairman Alan Darragh from Cullybackey with good wife Betty welcomed another good turn out of members and friends to the Annual NIPA Ladies Night held last weekend at the Templeton Hotel, in Templepatrick. Members were present from every part of the country from Derry City at the top of Northern Ireland down to Newry City at the border. Not much bother there now compared to the time the Customs Post was in operation the transporters now travel south through the new Newry bypass and now have good roads and a lot of motorway all the way to County Cork.
Special guests on this occasion included at the top table Mr John Heffernan Chief Convoy for many seasons for the Irish SR Federation and his wife, NIPA President Joe Kelly and Noel Murray from Londonderry, RPRA (Irish Region) President Sammy Thompson and his wife, Neil Frazer and wife from Frazer Feeds in Banbridge, and Mr & Mrs Robert Reid Secretaries RPRA (Irish Region). Also present were Mr & Mrs Beattie NIPA Sponsors, from the Irish Nat FC, Vice President David Black and Secretary Trevor Topping and President of the ISRF Henry Byrne.
Sammy Thompson was invited to say grace and the dinner got away on good time prior to a very large presentation. It was in the capable hands of long time Secretary Fred Russell and his new assistant Gregory McAvoy.
Most winners were in attendance to collect awards another massive night for Ron Williamson from Bondhill winning a dozen cups including Sect E Fancier of the Year for the 19th Season on the trot, quite an achievement. Rather that give replicas for each trophy as is the standard practice the NIPA presented Ron Williamson with a Cup to keep inscribed with all the winning performances which included the bulk of the hard to win Average Cups. Tom Wilson travelled up from Gilford and collected the awards for the Old Bird National St Malo, McComb Cup, News of the World Cup and Pigeonportal.com Cup.
Northern Ireland Provincial Amalgamation of Racing Pigeon Societies
Old Bird Trophy Winners 2011
Mulgrew Family Cup � 1st Tullamore � D. Farrell Strabane & Dist. Vel. 1831
H. McCabe Cup � 2nd Tullamore � M. Maguire & Son Millvale Inv. Vel. 1607
G. F. Whiteside Cup � 1st Roscrea � M. Maguire & Son Newry & Dist. Vel. 1577
Gilmour & Beattie Cup � 1st Clonmel � G. Quinn Strabane & Dist. Vel. 1348
S. Calvert Cup � 1st Fermoy � Nevin Bros. Coleraine Prem. Vel. 1422
R. Harkness Cup � 2nd Roscrea -- J. & P. Rice Killyleagh & Dist. Vel. 1628
Simpson Cup � Pilmore Beach � B. & M. Gilmore Ballyclare & Dist. Vel. 1509
Ledlie Cup � Talbenny � M. Shaw Armagh H.P.S. Vel. 1076
Northern Bank Trophy � 2nd Fermoy � Mark Maguire & Son Millvale Inv. Vel. 1801
Vint Cup � Bude � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1296
McCrory Cup � Penzance � W. Campbell Ligoniel & Dist. Vel. 1289
Young Bird Trophy Winners 2011
Frazers Animal Feeds Cup � 1st Tullamore --- R. McKelvey Newry & Dist. Vel. 1542
Frazers Animal Feeds Cup�2nd Tullamore -- P. Campbell & Sons Armagh H.P.S. Vel. 1579
Ben. Mercer Hunter Cup �1st Roscrea � T. Greenaway Gilford & Dist. Vel. 1657
Granco Cup�2nd Roscrea�M. & F. Russell Dromore W.E. Vel. 1891
W. V. Troughton Cup � Clonmel � Beggs & Hall Larne & Dist. Vel. 1845
S. Inglis Cup � 1st Fermoy --- Donnelly Bros. Newry City Vel. 1556
J. P. O�Hagan (Tyres) Cup � Tullamore C.B. � Doonan & McGuinness Dromor H.P.S. Vel. 1620
S. Montgomery Cup �2nd Fermoy � Donnelly Bros. Newry City Vel. 1998
First Young Bird Race Area Liberations Diplomas.
Section A West Mullingar � J. Ramsey & Son Derry & District Vel. 1278
Coleraine / Ballymoney / Rasharkin -- Mullingar-- D Dixon Ballymoney H.P.S. Vel. 1337
Section C -- Mullingar � G. McKenna Eastway Vel. 1398
Sections B & C --Tullamore -- Fleming Bros. Crumlin & Dist. Vel. 1426
Average Trophy winners 2011
McCluggage Cup � Best average in all channel races including Nationals � Ron. Williamson Bondhil Social Vel. 1363
Scania Cup � Best average old bird National & Classic races � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1455
Major Lewis Cup � Best average in all races England and Wales � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1257
Surgenor Cup � Best average Talbenny, Bude and Penzance � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1207
Harper Cup � Best average old bird and young bird channel Nationals � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1610
Devine Memorial Trophy � Best two bird average old bird NationalW. G. Neill Annaghmore H.P.S. Vel. 1629
Dickson Cup � Best average Bude and Fermoy young bird 27thAugust 2011 � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel.1361
Erwin Trophy � Best average all National and Classic races � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1465
B. Fox Cup � Highest position obtained by any N.I.P.A. official, committee member or club delegate in old bird National race St. Malo � Ron Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1660
W. E. Diamond Cup � Best average Talbenny & Rosscarbery young bird Nationals � G. Buckley & Son Annaghmore H.P.S. Vel 1366
Agar Cup � First yearling in old bird Classic race � J. Brown Chimney Corner Vel. 1285
Waring Trophy � Best average in all National races � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Vel. 1534
New North Trophy � Best average Penzance old bird and Talbenny young bird National - J. Brown Chimney Corner Vel. 1348
Section Trophy Winners 2011
Section ―A‖ H. Devine Cup � St. Malo � Kevin Carolan Coalisland Vel. 1582
Section ―B‖ Leslie Mairs Memorial Cup � St. Malo � H. & R. McCloy Cullybackey H.P.S. Vel. 1612
Section ―C‖ J Campbell Memorial Cup--- St. Malo � B. & M. Gilmore Ballyclare & Dist. Vel. 1627
Section ―D‖ H. McVeigh Cup � St. Malo � R. Topping & Son Lisburn & Dist. Vel 1600
Section ―E‖ E. & J. McCambley Cup --St. Malo � T. Wilson Gilford & Dist. Vel. 1660
Section ―F‖ A. Brown & Family Cup�St.Malo�N. & A. McCavera Downpatrick Vel. 1544
Section ―G‖ Norman Girvan Memorial Cup � St. Malo � A. McAteer & Sons Ballyholland Vel. 1575
Section ―E‖ E. & J. McCambley Cup -- Talbenny � M. Shaw Armagh H.P.S. Vel. 1076
Section ―E‖ E. & J. McCambley Cup -- Bude � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel 1296.
Section ―E‖ E. & J. McCambley Cup -- Penzance � J. Brown Chimney Corner Vel. 1285
John Bingo Orme Memorial Trophy 1st Section F old bird inland national � McComb Bros. Killyleagh Central. Vel. 1534.
N.I.P.A. Section Fanciers of the Year 2011
Section A � G. & S. Smith Cookstown Social 252 points.
Section B � Fleming Bros. Crumlin & Dist. 689 points
Section C � Gregg Bros. & McCandless Ligoniel & Dist. 612 points
Section D � I. Gibb & Sons Glenavy & Dist. 541 points
Section E � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social 723 points
Section F � R. Shaw Corrigs H.P.S. 568 points
Section G � Donnelly Bros. Newry City 867 points
Section H � R. Witherow Limavady 231 points
N.I.P.A Young Fancier of the Year 2011 � R.P.R.A. Irish Region Trophy � Ian Horner Springvale. Runner-Up � N. Marshall Cup � Jordan Scott Springvale.
N.I.P.A. Champion old bird of the year 2011 - J. Moreland Memorial trophy � Donnelly Bros, Newry City.
N.I.P.A. Champion young bird of the year 2011 The Irish Region R.P.R.A. Trophy - Gregg Bros. & McCandless Ligoniel & District.
N.I.P.A. President�s cup � Mr & Mrs B McNeilly, Doagh & District.
National and Classic Winners 2011
B. Fletcher & Son Cup � Rosscarbery old bird National � J. & D. Braniff Colin Vell. 1557
Stena Trophy � Fermoy five bird O.B. Championship � Donnelly Bros. Newry City Vel. 1606
J. H. O�Neill Cup � Penzance Classic � W. Campbell Ligoniel Vel. 1289
News of the World -- McComb Cup -- Pigeon Portal.Com Cup � St. Malo old bird National � T. Wilson Gilford & Dist. Vel. 1660.9
D. McNeilly Cup � Runner-up St. Malo old bird National � Ron. Williamson Bondhill Social Vel. 1660.1
McKeown Cup � Talbenny young bird National � S. Laverty Ballymoney H.P.S. Vel. 1601
H. McVeigh Cup � Rosscarbery young bird National � Bingham & Seaton Ligoniel & Dist. Vel. 1306
Northern Bank Cup � Yearling Hen National � D. & J. Campbell & Bigger Glengormley H.P.S. Vel. 1670
Northern Bank Cup � Yearling Cock National � D. & I. Edgar Dromore H.P.S. Vel. 1671
Volvo � Fermoy five bird Y.B. Championship � Gregg Bros. & McCandless Ligoniel & Dist. Vel. 1990.
Mid Antrim Show Scene –
Cullybackey HPS: Old Pairs 1st) W & N Gilbert 2nd) W & N Gilbert 3rd) W & N Gilbert 4th) B Herbinson Res) J & J Greer VHC) N & S Anderson HC) N & S Anderson C) B Herbinson. Young Pairs 1st) J & B Balmer 2nd) J & J Greer 3rd) E Davidson 4th) N & S Anderson RES) W & N Gilbert VHC) J & J Greer HC) J & B Balmer C) B Herbinson. Judges from Ahoghill John Balmer, Cowan Balmer, Albert Young and Charlie Young.
Ballymena: The judges at the latest shows were Broughshane & Dist Secretary Harry Smyth and on a first visit to the clubrooms Alistair Purvis. The pens were almost filled again and the winners in the Young Bird handled Classes were local members Mrs Sempey 1st Young Hen and Billy Smyth 1st Young Cock. Mrs Sempey won the Special for BIS and also won the raffle for the second week. Young Cock Handled (52 Birds) – 1st & VHC W & J Smyth, 2nd Richmond Bros, 3rd W & N Gilbert, 4th G & A Eagleson, Reserve M/M M Sempey, HC McAlonan Bros, Commended D & R Turkington. Judge H Smyth (Broughshane). Young Hens Handled (51 Birds) – 1st & Special M/M M Sempey, 2nd, 3rd, 4th & Reserve D & R Turkington, VHC McAlonan Bros, HC J & B Balmer, Commended W & J Smyth. Judge A Purvis (Broughshane). Monday – Old Cock and Old Hen Handled.
Broughshane: Old Hens T/W – 1st J McNaghten & Son, 2nd & Reserve A Purvis, 3rd & HC C Kennedy, 4th T & E Service, VHC D Houston & Son, Commended H Smyth & Son. Judges M & D Magill (New Antrim). Young Hens T/W – 1st T & E Service, 2nd & HC A Purvis, 3rd & 4th J & N Simpson, Reserve D Houston & Son, VHC H Smyth & Son, Commended J McNaghten & Son. Judge B Blair (Ballymena). Raffle won by Harry Smyth.
Kells & Dist: Young Cocks T/W (115 Birds) – 1st & 4th A Barkley & Son, 2nd, 3rd & Commended Surgenor Bros, Reserve & HC H Boyd, VHC G McDowell. Judge B Herbinson (Cullybackey) Next week – Young Hens T/W.
Randalstown HPS: Young Cocks T/W – 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Reserve, HC & Commended W & N Gilbert, VHC Smylie Bros. Young Hens T/W – 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Reserve W & N Gilbert, VHC, HC, Commended D Logan & Son. Judge M Agnew (Kells). Next week – Old Cock and Old Hen T/W.
Ahoghill Flying Club: The show last weekend was cancelled as a mark of respect to young Steven Lowry a member of the club who had passed away, this Friday the classes are Young Cock and Young Hens Handled.
Ballymoney HPS: Young Cocks T/W – 1st & Special D Dixon, 2nd & VHC D & G McMullan, 3rd, 4th & Commended D Dixon, Reserve D Gage, HC Curry & Gilmore. Young Hens T/W – 1st B & I Stewart, 2nd, Reserve & Commended D Dixon, 3rd & HC D Gage, 4th J Connolly, VHC L Neill. Old Bird Eye-sign – 1st , 4th & Reserve D & G McMullan, 2nd D Dixon, VHC, HC & Commended D Gage. Judges D McMullan and Owen & Pat O’Neill (Glenarm & District). Friday – OC & OH T/W and YB Eye-sign.
Results from Lurgan Social Pigeon Show Monday 14th November. 1st Higginson & Johnston, 2nd Kevin Henderson & Sons, 3rd D & B Lyness, 4th T & K Mawhinney , Res J Douglas & Son, V.H.C J Douglas & Son, H.C J Douglas & Son. Best Young Bird J Douglas & Son. Many thanks to Michael Conlon and Jim Breen for judging. Next Show Monday 21st November. Penning from 7pm. Any age cock or hen. Special for Best Young Bird. Many thanks to Martin Douglas who supplies the result each week.
Ireland’s Own Auctions at Newtownbreda
Next Monday evening 21st November will see the return of Adie and his Ireland’s Own Pigeon Auctions Team commence Auctioning once again in the North of Ireland following 4 successful seasons in the South of Ireland. Venue will be Newtownbreda HPS a venue that has hosted many top sales over many years. First up will be a superb collection of 39 pigeons sent over by David Coward Talbott these mostly G/Children from some of the Absolute cream of Distance performers on the continent including “DE NARBONNE” 1st National Belgium + 6 Other Top Ten Nat Positions; “LUCAS” 1st National NPO Tours & 8th National Bourges; “VALE CAHORS” 1st National Cahors; “MUSA SON” Direct from “MUSA” 5 x Barcelona; “NATIONAL II” 1st National Limgoes; “EMPEROR” Sire of 1st DAX 19,400 Birds & 2nd DAX 17,000 Birds; “FULL TRY” 1st National ACE Pigeon Long Distance; “INTERNATIONAL DAX” 1st International Dax; “MISS LA SOUTERRAINE” 1st National La Souterraine; “SUMO” Multiple Winner and Ace Stock Cock for Jos Thone; “PAULINE” 4th International Pau; “DEN DAX” 1st National Dax;“THE RED BARCELONA” 1st National Barcelona. David Talbott is without doubt one of the elite stock and race men in the UK responsible for scores of winners for many fanciers in the all over the UK over the last 30 years, many pigeons have went on to be the basis for many consistent successful lofts especially at the 200 - 400 mile mark and further. A sale not to miss this the first for Adie at the Newtownbreda HPS Venue. The following Monday Adie will return with a superb draft of pigeons for Vernon Thom of Cookstown regarded as “Mr National” and why not !!! What a record Vernon has spanning some 50 years hardly a years passes without Vernon Thoms name appearing in a National result, this made possible of course with his old crafted family of Kenyon and Cattrysse pigeons. Sadly due to advanced age Vernon is finding the work load of the pigeons very demanding and has reluctantly decided to part with 40 + superb specimens that I must admit are rich and tasty to the eye containing all the old bloodlines that have kept Vernon at the top of National racing for what seems a complete life time. Once again a super sale to be had here. Both sales lists available to read on Ireland’s Leading website www.pigeonnetwork.com
THANKS Column –
The members of Kells & Dist wish to thank Robin and Pat Duddy, Arnold Thompson, Davy Strain and Alan and Betty Darragh for their hospitality towards Mr & Mrs John Preece from Wales and all those who attended the Panel & Moot at Dunsilly Hotel in Antrim. It was another night to remember and a special thanks to the panel members and other guests and to Alan Shanks for all his hard work.
Congratulations Column –
The members and officials of Crumlin & Dist send their hearty congratulations to Fleming Bros (Ian & Jimmy) on winning the NIPA Sect B Fancier of the Year award for 2011, best wishes to everyone in 2012.
Obituary Steven Lowry -
The local area and village of Gracehill and Ahoghill were shocked at the sad news of the untimely death of Steven Lowry captain of his local football team and a member of the D Lowry & Sons partnership who race in the Ahoghill Flying Club. Despite the quick response of an ambulance team they were unable to save the life of Steven who passed away shortly after returning from training at the local football fields. A highly respected and well liked young man he was involved in the Glenhugh Flute Band and worked as a barman at the Diamond Bar in Ahoghill. As I had mentioned he was captain of Ahoghill Rovers who play in the Saturday Morning League. Tributes were led by the Chairman Davy King and a number of matches were cancelled on Saturday the day of the funeral and Ahoghill Flying Club also cancelled the weekly show as a mark of respect. The local fancy send their sincere condolences to the family circle at this very sad time, he was shortly to be married. Donations in lieu of flowers were for C.R.Y (Cardiac risk in the young). The funeral was attended by a large number of the local sporting world and was one of the largest ever seen in the local village of Ahoghill. Willie Reynolds HOMER.