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Copied from Facebook 12/06/25 The weather committee reached a majority vote to basket sat for Sunday race

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Copied from Facebook ♦️ The History of a World-Famous Strain – Part 3 Emiel & André Denys AT THE MARKT 15 Cyriel Denys, Emiel’s son, was not only president of “Union Gistel” but also of the West-Vlaamse Vereniging. He was deeply committed to these roles—perhaps even a little too much. At the same time, the family business continued to grow, as the children were quickly coming of age. Alongside the hides and wool trade at Markt 15 in Gistel, the family acquired a plume business in Opwijk, where Cyriel became the manager. He also moved his residence to this village, which happened to be the birthplace of our former bishop, Mgr. Desmedt. The demands of his leadership roles in pigeon racing and the pressures of business eventually took a toll on Cyriel’s health, leading to a heart attack. As a result, responsibilities within the Denys family had to be redistributed. Cyriel, now living in Opwijk and still in poor health, had to prioritize the business, where a significant amount of money had been invested. Pigeon racing took a back seat. Cyriel stepped down from his role as president of the West-Vlaamse Vereniging, where he was succeeded by the current president, Norbert Norman, who has done an outstanding job. Emiel and his wife Ida supported their son and helped maintain the business in Opwijk. Meanwhile, Camiel, who still lived at Markt 15, took charge of expanding the operations in Gistel and also assumed responsibility for the pigeons. During the winter of 1957–1958, lofts were built above the sheds, and the most important birds were relocated and settled into their new environment. It required a great deal of patience and time, especially to get “Coppi,” the godfather of the loft, used to his new home. True enthusiasts at heart, though limited in time, they once again made competitions a priority. That same winter, at a traditional charity sale benefiting “Union Gistel,” they acquired several donations, including one from their close friends, the Brothers Catrysse. In 1958, the racing season with the newly acclimatized pigeons was not very successful. However, in 1959, two pigeons began to show promising results. One was “Favori” 3369001/57, a grandson of the 1948 “Coppi.” In his birth year, he managed to win a minor prize at Angoulême Waregem (646 km) while still housed in the old loft. His results as a yearling in the new loft were poor, but at two years old, he truly came into his own: 13/06/59 Angoulême – Interprovincial: 912 pigeons, 46th 27/06/59 Angoulême – National: 1,024 pigeons, 40th 12/07/59 Limoges – National Derby: 1,769 pigeons, 69th 25/07/59 Libourne – National: 2,644 pigeons, 141st With these results, he ranked among the Ace pigeons of Belgium. In 1960, he continued this strong performance: 04/06/60 Angoulême – Interprovincial: 468 pigeons, 31st 18/06/60 Bordeaux – National: 2,350 pigeons, 9th 03/07/60 Dax – National: 807 pigeons, 43rd In 1960, Favori was paired with the “Witoog-hen” 3427218/59, a granddaughter of “Quick Star.” From this pairing came “Kuiper.” Both “Quick Star” and “Zwaren 54” (Favori’s father) were full brothers, sons of “Coppi.” “Kuiper” was then paired with “Daughter Leeuw” 3423203/60, also a granddaughter of “Quick Star.” This pairing produced, among others, “Daughter Kuiper 111” 3301930/61, who appears in the pedigree of the world-famous “Tee.” This demonstrates a strong linebreeding on the 1948 “Coppi.” Another standout racer in 1959 was “Dikken” 3208854/56, a great-grandson of the “Dikken” from 1936. That season, he achieved: 9th International Bordeaux 25th International Libourne 25th National Cognac (2,400 pigeons) Interestingly, very little remains of the “Dikken” bloodline in the current colony—perhaps just by coincidence. To be continued

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Copied from Facebook BY MICHAEL CURRIE Scottish national flying club Reading Section A 1st Section A 37th Open Michael & Julie Currie Moffat Timing their 2yo cheq cock to record a velocity of 1536ypm He raced very consistent as a youngster topping the federation open result from lymm 144mls He raced through the programme as a yearling being very consistent on the celibate system He had every race in the programme leading up to the national being the second bird to the loft from the last 2 races again on celibate his feeding was adjusted 2 days prior to basketing and he was briefly put with a hen He is bred from the best distance Blood Down from W J Smith's Silver Award winning cock and crossed through my own golden pair Blood x our menn dghts 16th open Alencon 2nd section A, 43rd open John & Brenda Morgan Lockerbie Recording a velocity of 1529ypm This partnership were 1st Section 11th open Snfc Kettering 2024 Since introducing the roman klein pigeons and working them on a celibate system they have gained great success in the federation winning The federation open yb and gold ring in 2023 and 2024 The 2yo cheq cock had several races as a yb then flew through to snfc Maidstone 2024 this year again worked on celibate and taking 1st club charnock Richard 4 weeks previous to national An outstanding pigeon in the hand that will come to the front again 3rd section A , 44th Open Sean and Linda Trodden Springfield The winning pigeon recorded a velocity of 1525ypm This outstanding partnership once again up front They are multiple federation winners and have won Federation East section fanciers of year award many times Previous Snfc winners from Yeovil Season 2024 1st section A 2nd Open Snfc Alencon gold cup The 2yo dark cheq hen is a dream to handle small in hand with beautiful balance and silky feather It flew the programme as a young bird And went as far as Stafford at yearling stage It has flown very consistent this year topping the federation open from Woolaston week Previous to Reading national Rutten x Van Beveran Theo and Raymond Rutten being 5 x Dutch champions

Copied from Facebook Many thanks to Dave dockray for verifying our latest national winner now named Geordie racer also our 2nd combine winner quando who topped it from Maidstone last year the loft really is in form at the moment that two 1st nationals, 2 second nationals, 3rd and 5th in the space of 4 weeks can’t wait for the weekend 🤞

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Copied from Facebook 8/06/25 SUPER SUNDAY 3rd Aug Otterburn 10th Aug otterburn 17th Aug Otterburn 24th Aug towlaw 31st Aug towlaw 7th sep towlaw 14th thirsk There will be a £10 joining fee this will make sure the doos go down the road every week regardless. Im in the process of getting a trailer as im trying my best not to have to cap the amount each member can send. If you want to come on bored ill be opening up a what’s app chat and ill add use on this 👍🏻

Copied from Facebook Express 144 – The Barcelona Legend of Emiel Denys By Eric T’Jolyn The blue cock Express 144 (BE 03-3203144) is one of the most iconic Barcelona pigeons in the rich history of Belgian pigeon racing. Bred and raced by Emiel Denys from Tielt, this exceptional long-distance flyer gained national fame through his consistently top performances in the legendary race from Barcelona. Key achievements of Express 144: • 337th National Barcelona 2006 against 11,802 pigeons • 67th National Barcelona 2007 against 12,612 pigeons • 1st National Ace Pigeon Barcelona KBDB over 2006–2007–2008 These achievements highlight his remarkable endurance and reliability in the toughest long-distance races. Express 144 was not only celebrated for his racing performances but also for his value as a breeder. His descendants, such as the “Sproete Barcelona,” also achieved impressive results, including 101st national in Barcelona 2020. The influence of Express 144 is still clearly felt in today’s long-distance pigeon sport. His bloodline lives on in the current top pigeons of Emiel Denys, such as “777 Barcelona” and “Ringo 306,” both of which secured multiple top rankings in Barcelona races.

Copied from Facebook He doesn't just fly. He descends like judgment in feathers. Meet the Martial Eagle, Africa's heaviest and most powerful raptor. Wings stretching over 7 feet wide. Eyes sharp enough to spot prey from 5 kilometers away. And talons strong enough to shatter bones with a single strike. This isn't a bird. It's a ball!stic m!ssile with feathers. Martial Eagles take down monkeys, mongooses, and even young antelope mid-flight. They don't chase... they calculate. With silent wings and a [dea💀] grip, the attack is over before the victim even realizes the shadow has landed. It's not just the speed. It's the silence. The certainty. The fall that never misses. 🦅

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