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New innovations on the way for Horse Source which will reduce passport turnaround times
Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) is launching major digital investment and innovation within its Horse Source passporting platform, focused on delivering…
2026 NBS Breeding Initiatives Launched
Horse Sport Ireland is delighted to announce the opening of the 2026 National Breeding Services schemes, funded by the Department…
DAFM Showjumping Studbook Series 2026 Launched
Horse Sport Ireland has launched the 2026 DAFM Showjumping Studbook Series
Five alive for Sweetnam and Breen
McEvoy, O’Connor and Allen shine as Coyle’s great Legacy retired Shane Sweetnam and Shane Breen bagged five-star wins in America…
First place in 8 out of 14 classes for Irish Sport Horses
Carlingfords He’s A Clover had 8 Top 10 finishes last year and starts well in 2026. Nice to see some…
Updated figures of passport applications processed on Horse Source – February 13th, 2026
HSI has received 5963 applications and issued 5116 completed applications for foals born in 2025. 5958 pedigree applications have had…
Sixth for Ireland in opening leg of 2026 Longines League of Nations, Abu Dhabi
Ireland’s High Performance Show Jumping Manager Jessica Kurten was satisfied with her team’s performance at the Longines League of Nations…
Minister for Agriculture launches 2026 National Breeding Services Grant Scheme worth €600,000
Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) will award over €600,000 to 71 equestrian bodies, societies and show organisations across the equestrian industry…
HSI Podcasts
High Performance Dressage and Para Dressage Roadmap
Achieving elite performance in equestrian sport requires a strategic, holistic approach, planning years in advance to ensure the right blend…
How To Become An HSI Coach
The equestrian industry faces the challenge of continually producing top-tier athletes while ensuring the foundation of high-quality coaching is consistently…
RDA Ireland: Forty Groups, Four Hundred Riders, Zero Paid Executives
Mary Walsh chairs RDA Ireland — the volunteer-led organisation with 40 groups, 400 riders weekly and zero paid executives that…
Olympic Eventing Resilience: Austin O’Connor
What does it take to bounce back from major disappointment and win a five star just weeks later? Four-time Olympian…
Breeding Champions – The Ballypatrick Formula
Horse breeding demands massive financial investment and years of patience before seeing any return, making it one of the most…
Dublin Horse Show 2025 Special
Recorded live at the 2025 Dublin Horse Show, this fast-moving special podcast drops you right at ringside. Enjoy exclusive behind…
From Pony Trials to Glory: Seamus Hughes Kennedy
Seamus Hughes Kennedy, a star 22-year-old Irish show jumper, discusses his rapid rise in the sport, including winning double gold…
Breeding Champions: How Ireland Stays on Top
Ireland’s continued success on the world stage depends on our ability to consistently breed and produce top-class sport horses In…