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In sheep jousting, selecting a sheep that is going
to provide a wide base is paramount. Here, Gabby has chosen the massive Horned Dorset, Marguerite.
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Boston, on the other hand, prefers the younger and more
fleet of foot Texel ewe Vanilla, who also provides a wide base for balance.
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The demanding sport of sheep jousting requires good balance.
Gabby gets in the proper position atop Marguerite.
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Strategy and communication between rider and sheep is also
very important in sheep jousting. Boston and Vanilla make battle plans.
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The contest is about to begin. The riders and sheep position
themselves. Last minute instructions are given.
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Gabby (front) and Boston (rear) size-up one another. The first
joust is crucial and must be skillfully executed.
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The battle begins! Riders attack while sheep continue
to munch on hay oblivious to the great conflagration above.
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Blows are exchanged, but these kids are tough and will
fight to the bitter end.
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Gabby delivers a decisive blow that unseats Boston. Vanilla
seems perplexed as to where her rider has gone.
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As is tradition in sheep jousting, Gabby acquires the
loser's sheep while chastising her opponent as he stands, vanquished from the flock.
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