Equestrian rising star Lily Slattery dies aged 16
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 03:24 · Archive
Lily Slattery, a champion showjumper from County Mayo, died on October 5 just days after her 16th birthday.
Lily Slattery, a champion showjumper from Knock in County Mayo, died on October 5 just days after her 16th birthday. Her cause of death has not been publicly revealed.
Lily was a rising star in showjumping circles. Earlier this year, she was crowned overall champion at the Irish National Showjumping awards, and in 2025 won the Equestrian Award at the Connaught Telegraph Mayo Young Sportstars Awards. Equestrian events across the region were cancelled over the weekend in her honour.
A funeral service was held in Knock on Friday. Her sister Morgan-Mai delivered an eulogy, describing Lily as 'thoughtful and smart' and noting her deep love for horses. 'Today, we aren't saying goodbye to Lily but see you, later,' Morgan-Mai said. Attendees at the funeral were given navy ribbons, Lily's favourite colour. Showjumping Ireland offered condolences on social media.
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- Knock, Ireland: Equestrian rising star Lily Slattery dies aged 16, horse sport community pay tributeJust days after celebrating her 16th birthday, the talented champion died, leaving her family and the sporting community devastated.The West Australian · 12 Oct, 01:14
- Knock, Ireland: Equestrian rising star Lily Slattery dies aged 16, horse sport community pay tributeJust days after celebrating her 16th birthday, the talented champion died, leaving her family and the sporting community devastated.Perth Now · 12 Oct, 01:14
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