ABOUT
Good day!
My name is Isabella May Shaw, and I am currently 16 years old. I am an event rider based in the North West of England who is competing in BE90 and BE100u18 classes as of 2016. I also compete locally in Show Jumping and Dressage competitions as well as as competing in Working Hunter classes occasionally.
I have owned my main eventing pony, Only Sometimes (Leo) for near five years now. I am also in my fifth year of membership at the East Cheshire Pony Club. If you're interested in learning more about how I have come to where I am now, please don't hesitate to read the brief history page.
I am a focused, ambitious and dedicated young rider with two horses for eventing in the upcoming season. Merry Dhalia will be competing in BE5YO classes next year, and I am aiming at preparing her properly for the many seasons ahead. Concurrently I plan to compete with Leo in the BE100u18 classes, and perhaps BE100+ or Novice classes towards the end of next year. I am also preparing Tranquil Soldier for competing in BE competitions during the 2017 season.
During 2015 I competed at 90cm and 1m, and entered 8 One Day Events where I boosted my rankings from near the bottom to the upper section of the scoreboard showing obvious improvement in dressage and maintaining a spotless cross country record. I always am willing to learn and work for further improvements in the upcoming season.
When I'm not with the horses, I enjoy playing musical instruments and games.
TEAM
Susan Clacker
Tony Stubbs
Photo by Andy Clark
Sue, Isabella's Mum shows constant support for Isabella's career. She is responsible for arranging transport and sharing yard duties with Isabella.
Tony has been the very reliable farrier for Sue and Isabella for the past 13 years.
Frank Cooper
Frank has been the feed delivery man for Sue and Isabella for the past 6 years. He supplies all of their feeds and haylages, so he's the horses favourite man!
Michelle Walker
Michelle of MRW International is Isabella's sponsor and coach. She has helped Isabella to come on in the 2016 season and is a wonderful tutor.