Alpha Dogz Flyball Team
Supported by Sunnyside Photography
Princess Gemma Bear - Jade Award
Rachel and Gemma are the first Alpha Dogz to gain the BFA Jade award,
They gained their award at Eastham on the 21st June 2009.
Gemma is truly an A-mazing dog and we are all very proud.
35,000 BFA points and Gemma has only been competing for four years.She is only 6 years old.
Many more points and awards to come......
Well done girlies xx
ALPHA DOGZ NEW MEMBERS...
We are pleased to announce that we have some new members to Alpha Dogz.
Ryan, Amanda, Shannon, Sophie, Kenny, Juliet, Christian and Sabrina from the Steelers have all joined us.
We are pleased to have them in our team, we are close friends and training partners and it made sense for them to become Alphas..
Watch this space, Alpha Dogz will have 5 open teams and 1 Starters team for the new season..
Just got to sort which dogz go where now.....
Alpha Dogz at the BFA Summer Championships....
We had 3 teams entered at the 2009 BFA summer championships.. We had mixed results with Alpha Mayhem coming 6th in Division 8, Alpha Dogz coming 4th in Division 7, and Alpha Mischief coming a very well deserved 2nd in Division 30., narrowly missing out on the top spot
We had a great time at the champs and especially enjoyed the nightime entertainment and well and truly got in touch with our neon side on Friday Night.
We would like to congratulate our friends High Voltage and Water Orton Underdogs for winning their respective divisions, a great effort, especially as it was WOW first Championships.
Division One was some of the best racing we have ever seen, with most races going to 5 legs. It was all down to the last race of the day for the division Winners. HIgh Flyers and Bassett Hotdogs raced very well and Bassets narowly clinched the title. Well done to all the competitors in the divisions, including Cleveland Comets on coming third.
Roll on 2010 for more of the same excitement...
For more pictures of Alphas at the champs see the photo album in the gallery
Alpha Mayhem Racing in Neon Rachel judging Division 22
Milo Earns his Ice Blue Moon Award
Milo and Mark have gained 20,000 Flyball Points to achieve their Ice Blue Moon Award.
Milo has been competing at Flyball Competitions for 3 years.
He gained the final points for his award at Littleport on 7th June
Well Done Milo and Mark.
Charlie Earns his Pearl Award
Charlie and Mark have gained 30,000 Flyball points and have recieved thier Pearl Award.
Charlie has been competing in flyball competitions for 5 years and his first show was in June 2004.
They earned the final points for this award at Sutton Fields on 17th May.
Charlie is Alpha Dogz most experienced Flyball Dog and we are all very proud of him...
Heres to his next award soon
Pumpkin - Flyball Dog Advanced
Pumpkin gained her Flyball Dog Advanced award (3000 points) at Woodgreen Animal shelter on 25th April 2009.
They were presented with their award by Sharon at the High Flyers tournament at Littleport on 7th June.
Well done to John and Pumpkin!!!!
Darcie makes her starters debut!!!
Darcie made her starters debut at Woodgreen Animal Shelter on 24th May 2009. She was in a team with Maxie, Diggy, Buddy, T4 and Hope and they did very well.
Darcie has been ready for starters for quite some time and it was great to eventually see her race. She is a complete natural and is already running about 4.7 secs in her first tournament. She is Run by Genna and is quite the little pocket rocket.
We cant wait for her to come out in open on November!!!!
Now Officially Alphas........
Annie returned to open at Tai Lawr, Anglesey on 12 April 2009. She joined Alpha Mayhem and successfully completed every leg in the red lane. This is a huge leap forward for Annie and all the team are thrilled for Cathie and John.. The hard work is starting to pay off!!!!
Moo also returned to open as an Alpha Dog in Mischief at Tai LAwr Anglesey on 12th April 2009. He had been out of racing for 18 months, but Alison and Alistair have waited patiently for his return to racing
Well done to both Dogz......... Now Officially Alpha Dogz according to the BFA website
Teddy - Silver Certificate
Teddy and Mark earned thier Silver Flyball certificate at Tai Lawr, Anglesey on 12th April 2009. They gained 10,000 points to earn this certificate.
Well done to you both, heres to your next certificate!!!
Buddy Makes his Starters Debut at Mottram
Buddy ran in Starters for the first time this weekend and he was a complete star.
He ran with Busta, Maxie, T4 and Hope and Wednesday from the Steelers. They ran very well together winning 2 races and coming a very respectable third place. The fastest time of the day was 21.19.. Not bad for starter dogz!!!
Buddy ran in every race and didnt put a paw wrong.. we look forward to him running again at Middlesborough on 10th May.
See the Photo Album with all the pictures. ( thanks to Sunnyside photography)
Little Miss Rude- Flyball Dog Intermediate
Gromit and Rude were presented their Flyball Dog Intermediate award at Mottram st Andrews on the 2nd May. It doesnt seem two minutes since Rude was in starters, so well done Guys.. here's to their next award!!!
Alpha Abroad Logo
John has designed a new logo to go on our team gear for the upcoming European Championships in Belgium.
Alphas Abroad will include Rachel and Ben, John and Pumpkin, Genna and Blu, Rebecca and Ruby and Cathie boxloading.
We head to Belgium on Wednesday 27th May and are really excited about competing. Hope to see many of you there!!!
Blu- Silver Certificate
Well done to Genna and Blu who were presented their Silver Certificate on 25th April athe Cambrideshire Canines show at Woodgreen Animal Shelter. The points were gained up to Stocksbridge on 22nd March 2009.
Well done Guys, You will soon have reached your Gold !!
Ruby - Silver Certificate
Woodgreen was a good day for Ruby as she was presented with her Silver certificate at the Cambridgeshire Canines show at Woodgreen Animal shelter on 25th April. The points were gained up to Stocksbridge on 22nd March 2009.
Well done girls, keep up the good work!!!
Annie returns to Open Racing
Anglesey was a very good tournament for John and Cathie. Annie made her return to open competition.
Annie did very well and successfully completed every leg in her good lane - Red.
All the Alpha's are very proud of her , and long may she continue to run with her Alpha Mayhem team mates...
Little Miss Rude - Flyball Dog
Congratulations to Gromit and Little Miss Rude, she gained her Flyball Dog certificate at Deeside on 28 February 2009.
She was presented her certificate at Tai Lawr, Anglesey at the weekend.
Well done to them both, Heres to the next certificate!!!
Alpha Dogz at the AGM
Alpha dogz were represented at this years AGM on 29th March by Rachel (committee member), Bec, Alison and Alistair.
It was a good day out and the Alphas and friends has several reasons to celebrate.
Firstly, Congratulations to Rachel on being appointed the BFA Secretary.
Secondly, Well done to Sharon from our twin team the High Flyers for being voted onto the committee.
Lastly but certainly not least congratulations to Shannon and Sophie from our friends the Steelers. They came 1st and 3rd respectively in the BFA young Handlers award 7-11 yrs.
A huge well done to all!!!
Ben - Flyball Dog Intermediate F.D.I
Congratulations to Ben and Rachel. They got presented with his Flyball Dog Intermediate certificate at Stocksbridge on the 21st March 2009.
Well done, Guys and Gals !!! Keep up the good work
Bobby- Flyball Dog Advanced F.D.A
Stocksbridge was a great day for Bobby and Andy.
Congtatulations to them both on gaining his Flyball dog Advanced certificate. This has been very hard work to achieve as up to yesterday Bobby would on complete successful runs in the blue lane.
Stocksbridge on the 21st March, however was a different story. Bobby had been running very successfully at training in the red lane and he had not put a paw wrong. The next step was to try him in competititon.
The whole team stood anxiously waiting in the red lane. Bobby and Andy and the team were lined up ready, the light sequence started and they were off. Bobby completed a full run in the red lane. We were all thrilled, After 3 years of training and hard work from all the team, he had done it..... But was it a fluke??? Obviously not, Bobby then went on to complete every leg in the red lane to our joy!!!
Andy and Rebecca would like to thank the whole of the Alpha team, for thier unending support in our quest for Bobby to be a "proper " Flyball Dog. The hard work and encouragment from the everyone has been invaluable, when at times we never thought it possible. THANKS GUYS!!!! Lets hope we have finally got our dream... After 3 years it feels mighty good !!!!!!
Alpha Dogz to run 3 teams
From Easter we will be running three open teams. The three teams will be, Alpha Dogz, Alpha Mayhem and Alpha Mischief.
We are looking forward and are excited about all of the new teams making thier debut at Anglesey. Wish us luck !!!!
New Team Members
Alpha Dogz would like to welcome our new members Alison, Alistair and Jakob.
They have joined Alpha Dogz along with thier Dogs Moo and T4. Moo (Border Collie) will be running in open and T4 (NSDTR) in starters for now.
Welcome to Alpha Dogz Guys !!!!
New Alphlets.......Alpha Dogz are thrilled to welcome some babies to the team.
Meet Taylor and Melon
Taylor Solomon- (Bec & Andy) Melon Clarke- (John & Cathie)
Taylor has asked that i point out that he is just as cute as Melon contrary to the images.
He says he is not lucky enough to have a talented photographer as a father to bring out the best in him , unlike a little someone.......lol
Little Miss Rude Debut in Open
Blimey where has the time gone, our team Baby is taking the big steps into open competition tommorow at Rotherham.
All the Alphas would like to wish Rude and Gromit all the best for their first open tournament. We think this ranks up there with First poo outside, First Sit, First Starters you get the drift. Anyway its a big deal so good luck !!
We know you will do us proud Little Girl, Welcome to the grown up league!!!!
Markfield Starters Competition
Saturday 14th March 2009
Alpha Dogz will be holding a starters competition at Tomlinsons Kennels on 14th March 2009.
For a tournament schedule please contact Rachel on 07767 266916 or Email rmchild@hotmail.co.uk.
We look forward to seeing you there !!!!
Training Dates
We have secured use of a training venue, and have confirmed some training dates. Please look for the details on our training page.
If you have an active dog in need of stimulation or a couch potato who needs a kick up the preverbial, come along and give flyball a try. Great for all breeds of dog and great fun for the handlers.
We would love to see you at our training event....
BERTIE- Flyball Dog Intermediate.
Bertie has achieved his Flyball Dog Intermediate award. Berts has become quite the celebrity on the flyball circuit.
He has many a loyal fan who follow his progress and we are sure they will all be thrilled for him. We know the Alpha dogz team are very proud of our Boy.
Keep up the good work Bertie Boy, Keep having those day excursions from Bertie world to gain them flyball points. Here comes 3000 points ......
EU
RO UPDATE
Good news all the Alpha dogz travelling to Belgium have passed their Rabies Tests.
So, Pumpkin, Blu, Ben and Ruby are all have their own passports !!
We are all very excited and thrilled to be taking part........
BLADE (Speedy)- Flyball Dog Intermediate
Special congratulations must go to Speedy and Genna on achieving their Flyball Dog Intermediate Award.
Blade is a very special little man, Very close to all our Alpha Hearts.
Not only has he had cruciate surgery at the beginning of this year, but he is battling with losing sight in one eye.
No one though Blade would continue with flyball after his cruciate, but he has shown what a special boy he is to go on and achieve this award.
Blade, We all love ya buddy, Carry on making us Alphas proud !!!!!!!
ALPHA DOGZ IN BELGIUM
Alpha Dogz are thrilled to announce they will be competing at the European Flyball Championships in Belgium Next year.
The team will be Rachel & Ben, John & Pumpkin, Genna & Blu , Rebecca & Ruby and Cathie Box loading.
We look forward to seeing you all in May 09 in Belgium.
Can't wait !!!!
Alpha Dogz have had a bit of Success in the certificates Front,
Congratualtions to the following Dogz and Handlers:
Gemma & Rachel 30000 Points ( Pearl)
Tillie & Grom 5000 points ( Flyball dog Graduate)
Bobby & Andy 3000 points Flyball Dog advanced)
Pumpkin & John 1000 points ( Flyball dog Intermediate)
Ben & Rachel 200 points ( Flyball Dog)
Alpha Dogz are considering holding an "Introduction to Flyball Session"
See out New Training Page for further details
Well Done to Mark and Milo. Milo achieved His Gold Flyball Award at Cantley Park in June.
Congratulations Boys!!!
Well Done to Bobby who Managed to break the 4 second barrier on Sunday at Rotherham with a time of 3.99 Seconds.
Well done Andy and Bobster... Just need him doing in the red lane now !!!
Congratualtions to Blade who returned to open at Rotherham, Thanks to his friend Ben.
Blade did very well, unfortunately his Sarcastic Nick Name "Speedy" will no longer be able
to be used, because he is indeed "Speedy " for real Now. Well Done Blade
Massive congratulations to Ben ( Rat on a Rope) for his first Open Tournament at Rotherham.
He did not put a paw wrong all day and managed to gain 140 points in our "new" Mayhem Team.
Well Done Boop!!!
Not Only is Tillie the Highest Ranked Staffie in British Flyball,
Tillie and Graham achieved their Flyball Dog Advanced award at Sutton Fields.
Well Done Guys .....
Congratulations to Genna and Blu
They gained thier Flyball Dog Graduate
at Sutton Fields
Well done to you Both...
Congratulations to Rebecca And Ruby..
They gained thier Flyball Dog Graduate award
at Sutton Fields.
Well done Girls xx
Congratulations to Mark & Teddy.
They gained thier Flyball dog Graduate Award at Middlesborough...
Well done Boys!!!!
Special Congratulations to Tillie & Grom
She is now officially the best Staffie in Flyball..
With 2785 points She has the highest number in her Breed.
Well Done Pumpkin
Great news, Pumpkin gained her Flyball dog award at Portway.
Congratulations to Pumpkin and John.
Limited Open Tournament
28/29 June 2008
Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire
go to:
http://www.clumberparksteamandcountryfair.theeventsoffice.co.uk/
We will be having 3 Divisions , plus a Starters Division
on Saturday and Sunday. Fun Events also if time permits.
Upcoming Competitions
Rotherham 17/18 October 09
Newark Showground 14/15 November 09
Deeside 21/22 November 09
Doncaster 5/6 December 09
See our calendar page for more forthcoming events