RSCTA League

Taking the rough with the smooth

Anyone who is already competing in Agility will know what a buzz it is to run a Rough or Smooth Collie. The Rough & Smooth Collie Training Association (RSCTA) Agility League was introduced in order to promote the Rough and Smooth Collie in agility. It's purpose was to give their owners the opportunity to monitor the progression in their dogs' ability and give them something to aim for.

Many congratulations to Jean Tuck and Ross (Dark Motif from Misstoff AW) who are the first winners of the RSCTA Agility League. They may be runaway winners but they have enjoyed a truly spectacular season culminating in attaining their Agility Warrant.

Final League Results

The battle for places behind Ross was much closer with Marie Douglas and her Smooth Collie Beryl (Foxearth Speckled Wood) taking second place in a season where their results just got better and better. Penny Sensky and Raffles (Alanita Murphy’s Original) took third place in the League, making Raffles the most successful Rough Collie taking part in the League. Paul Sensky and Misty (Tiganlea Telling Tales) just held off a challenge from Jill Garnett and Ebony (Knipes Blaze Away) to take 4th spot. Ross, Raffles and Misty all took their personal rosette counts beyond the 100 mark at various stages of the year.

'We recognise that there aren't many competing Rough or Smooth Collies at the moment, said Paul Sensky, League Administrator, 'but it is our hope that setting up a league that allows results from the unaffiliated shows to be included, Rough and Smooth Collie owners will be encouraged to participate in Agility and attend competitions.'

Next year's league promises to be bigger and better as there are more Rough and Smooth Collies who are currently training and should be entering the show scene sometime in 2005. Anyone who would like to participate in the RSCTA Agility League, or knows of anyone else who would be, should contact Paul Sensky on mobile: 07760 252992 or emailing. Alternatively visit the website at www.rscta.co.uk.

To join the RSCTA Agility League you must become a member of the RSCTA. Entry into the league will cost £2 per dog. To apply for membership, please complete the Membership Application Form  and send with the appropriate fee to the Membership Secretary.

About the RSCTA
The Association was formed in the early 1990's, initially under the name of The Working Rough and Smooth Collie Association, by a group of individuals who were united in wanting to see these Collies active in areas other than just the show ring. They wanted to see them taking part in all kinds of working activities. Eventually in 1993, the Association gained Kennel Club recognition and became a Registered Society. At the request of The Kennel Club, the name was changed to The Rough & Smooth Collie Training Association.

Now, with a growing membership, the RSCTA organises its own events around the country to encourage members to work their Collies in activities such as Agility, Obedience, Flyball, Working Trials, Herding, and to have their dogs tested for The Kennel Club Good Citizen Scheme and for Character Assessment. Work as a PAT Dog, Hearing Dog for the Deaf, Dog for the Disabled, or as any other assistant to man is also encouraged. Both versatility and achievement are rewarded.

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