THE second week in July saw some fledgling jockeys humming around the campus with the group of lightweight riders reminding some of the youngsters who came through the doors in the 1970s when RACE was the ‘Apprentice Centre’. Ten riders aged 13-15 were taking part in our first week-long Invitational Junior Academy with selections based on merit and behaviour from the various Junior Academy days held during the year.

Daniel King from Cork was given a scholarship for his achievements pony racing after he won the 14.2hh pony race in Castleisland which was sponsored by RACE. We were delighted to have been involved in this event and to offer Daniel the place. He is a talent we’ll be hearing more of in the future.