Elers Wins Golden Shears with Stellar 132.42 Score

In a gripping Senior Woolhandling Final at the Golden Shears 2026, Lucy Elers emerged victorious with a commendable total score of 132.42 points. Elers' performance was a balanced blend of speed and precision, finishing her task in 1:07.096, demonstrating her mastery in handling the five fleeces. Close on her heels was Tre Ratana-Sciascia, who not only finished with the fastest time of the competition at 54.032 seconds, earning him the lowest time points of 10.81, but also secured a total score of 134.81 points. Ratana-Sciascia's exceptional speed was a highlight, though it was Elers' superior balance across all categories that ultimately secured her win, with a narrow margin of just 2.39 points separating the top two competitors. In third place, Amy Bell tallied a score of 154.32 points, with her time nearly matching Elers' at 1:06.607. Bell faced challenges in the board points category, which totaled 63.00 points, the highest among the top competitors, indicating room for improvement in her technique. Shyla Gordon rounded out the competition in fourth place, with a total score of 169.53 points. Gordon's time of 1:24.534 was the slowest, reflecting in the highest time points of 20.53. Her performance was particularly impacted by high oddment and board points, which significantly contributed to her overall score. The competition was a showcase of skill and dedication, with Elers' victory highlighting the importance of a well-rounded performance in the demanding arena of woolhandling.