My Story

The first time I sat on a horse I was 6 years old and from that moment, I fell in love. I have to thank Joe Byrne for teaching me how to ride.   My grandmother, Bridie Stringer, housed a lot of Noel Meades staff, the likes of Niall "Slippers" Madden, Ian Power, Bobby Molloy, Michael "Badger" McAlister and so many more.  My Granddad- Christy Stringer was head man for Noel in the 70's and was leading head man in 1979 the year I was born.   Paul Cullen who was also living with my grandparents was Noel's head man.  Every Saturday morning he would bring me to Noel’s and I stayed there for around 10 years. I did some time in England and worked in Juddmonte stud for a few years breaking horses. I’m now working for Jack Davison coming up to 2 years now and the love has come back all over again for riding out every morning, even though I don’t think it ever left. You know you enjoy what you do, when waking up every morning, hail, rain or shine it is easy. Jack gives you great opportunities to travel and see places with his horses. I had always wanted to ride one last time for my daughter (my biggest supporter) Isabelle. It has always been a dream of mine since she was born and I’m grateful for this opportunity. The I.J.F has done so much for so many over the years and to have the opportunity to raise funds for it is amazing. I’m really looking forward to the day as it will be a great day out for my family and friends. I’m just going to enjoy the buzz of the day and of course the thrill of putting on the silks for one last time. Any bit off support would be gratefully appreciated.