DURING the April school holidays, Werribee Park was bustling with excitement as over 400 riders gathered for the State Interschool Championships.

Riders had the opportunity to showcase their skills in various disciplines, including showjumping, dressage, showing, sporting horse, and combined training.

The competition spanned five days, with participants divided into Primary and Secondary sections.

Charli Hill, riding Duskarado, competed in the 1m senior secondary class.

After three days of intense jumping, Charli emerged as the overall champion.

This impressive performance secured her a spot on the Victorian Team for the National Interschool Championships, which will be held in Tamworth this September.

Charli Leach, representing St. John’s, had an outstanding year with her pony, Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows.

She won the overall showjumping Championship in the 60cm Primary division.

Charli also placed 4th in the sporting horse championship and 4th in the working hunter showing champions.

These achievements earned her a place on the Victorian team for the Nationals.

Additionally, Charli was the runner-up in the overall Primary award, following her victory in the same category last year.

The State Interschool Championships at Werribee Park highlighted the incredible talent and dedication of young riders like Charli Hill and Charli Leach, setting the stage for a thrilling National Interschool Championships in September.