SPORT Final win keeps unbeaten record Riding without a horse

LODDON Pony club is putting its best hoof forward in 2023.

Monthly Sunday rallies with amazing instructors, riders competing in central victorian events, including the Victorian Team Championships and with the introduction of a riders without horses program for three to 10 year olds, it’s going to be a busy year.

“We have a lot of new families moving to the Loddon area, as well as long-term locals who have younger children that may be interested in pony club but may not have a horse or pony,” said the club’s Rachael Taylor.

“The riders without horses program teaches basic riding skills as well as the ins and outs of horse ownership in a safe structured environment.

“There will be limited places for this program so get in fast.”

Riders without horses is on March 5.

Loddon Pony club also welcomes new members to its grounds at Powlett Plains.

THE undefeated Boort Yando side took on Murrabit in the Northern Rivers junior cricket semi-final at the weekend.

Back on their home turf after the recent installation of the irrigation system was welcomed by the Boort boys. On arrival the ground looked dewy but was evident the new sprinkler system worked well.

Murrabit won the toss and elected to bowl.

Boort openers Owen Byrne and Cooper Gooding showed a few nerves, with Murrabits accurate bowling.

A miscommunication between the two batters saw Byrne out for seven and showed his frustration as he headed back in to the shed.

Another quick wicket followed with Boort looking like they had a challenge on their hands.

The middle order took over with some strong batting from Malone, Arnold and the King boys and with great communication they steadied the team to a promising score.