I was also especially pleased with Nugget's (Ch Oakridge Nusakan CCD NRA) efforts today, when he gained a pass, and a 3rd placing, in the Open competition. He has only recently been familiarized (not yet really trained) in some of the retrieving concepts at this higher level, but he performed surprisingly well today.
And just to top off the afternoons success, John's young boy Rocky (Oakridge Sirocco NRA) also achieved a pass in Open, gaining a 2nd placing - his first attempt at this level. Congratulations, John and Rocky!