🏆 C & J Morris Ten Birds Memorial – Gusman’s Supreme Victory, Portelli’s Double Glory 🚀
The C & J Morris Ten Birds Memorial Race is one of the most prestigious tests in the Federation — each loft sends only their 10 best pigeons, making it a true showcase of class and conditioning. On Saturday, 9 August 2025, this year’s edition over Kaniva (355 km) produced a brilliant contest, and at the top of the results sheet was M. Gusman & Son (Mark), delivering a supreme winning performance.
Flying from the South West section, Gusman’s 2024 Blue Bar Pied Hen WPF-24-3252 clocked a scorching 1369.214 mpm, outpacing the entire Federation and stamping his name on one of the most coveted titles in the sport. It was a performance built on preparation, precision, and pure pigeon power — the best of the day by a clear margin.
Right behind him, Michael Portelli showed why he’s the talk of the season, adding a Federation 2nd in the 10-Bird to his Federation win in the main Kaniva race, sealing a rare and prestigious weekend double, with 3 birds who could have taken 2nd fed.
📊 Federation Top 10 – C & J Morris Ten Birds Memorial
| Pos | Flier | Section | Velocity (mpm) | Birds Sent | Ring & Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M. Gusman & Son (Mark) | South West | 1369.214 | 10 | WPF-24-3252 |
| 2 | J & M Portelli (Michael) | 3 Metro | 1344.882 | 10 | WPF-23-13093 |
| 3 | Ruel Camigla | South West | 1335.038 | 10 | WPF-24-4012 |
| 4 | Cachia, Holwell & Cini | 3 Metro | 1332.871 | 9 | VRPU-24-5688 |
| 5 | The J Brothers (Jeremiah) | South West | 1330.053 | 10 | WPFC-24-383 |
| 6 | No. 5 Loft (N. Santoso) | 2 Metro | 1317.393 | 6 | ESHS-24-904 |
| 7 | Alex Diaz | South West | 1316.434 | 10 | WPF-24-13711 |
| 8 | D. Hunter | West | 1300.740 | 10 | WPF-23-638 |
| 9 | Frank DePasquale | South West | 1300.111 | 10 | VRPU-21-1897 |
| 10 | B. Borg | 3 Metro | 1297.576 | 10 | VHA-23-21161 |
🏅 Section Winners & Prize Money
1 Metro – Baba’s Loft (R. Ristevski) – $156.60 – sharp trapping to lead the section
2 Metro – No. 5 Loft (N. Santoso) – $150.00 – top Metro 2 flyer with a small team
3 Metro – J & M Portelli (Michael) – $171.45 – Fed 2nd, part of his weekend double
North West – Trevor Webb – $115.20 – quick section pace
West – D. Hunter – $168.00 – Fed 8th and strong section lead
South West – M. Gusman & Son (Mark) – $194.40 – Fed 1st, the best performance of the race
🌟 Double Federation Placings – The Weekend’s Iron Flyers
- Michael Portelli – Main Race 1st, 10-Bird Special 2nd
- Frank DePasquale – Main Race 4th, 10-Bird Special 9th
- Cachia, Holwell & Cini – Main Race 7th, 10-Bird Special 4th
- Ruel Camigla – Main Race 26th, 10-Bird Special 3rd
- Alex Diaz – Main Race 26th, 10-Bird Special 7th
- The J Brothers (Jeremiah) – Main Race 39th, 10-Bird Special 5th
🌤 Race Recap & Final Word
The 10-Bird Memorial is all about class — and M. Gusman & Son delivered it in spades. His win was not just fast, it was emphatic, putting him clearly ahead of a field filled with elite pigeons. This was the standout single-race performance of the weekend.
Alongside that, Michael Portelli’s weekend double across the Federation main race and the 10-Bird is the stuff of fancier dreams. With multiple flyers placing in both events, the competition is fierce, and next week promises another thrilling battle.
Keep them sharp, keep them hungry – and let’s fly again! 🕊💨🔥