Officials at Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) announced Wednesday the launch of the 'Go Racing Student Society' at Gordon Elliott's Cullentra House Stables, in Longwood, Co. Meath. Jockey Brian Cooper was on hand to support the initiative and to encourage students to join for 2016.
The Society endeavors to foster interest in horse racing among students and to create opportunities to experience the sport first hand, including trips to trainers' yards, visits to studs, Irish bloodstock sales and race meetings at the country's tracks. Members of the 'Go Racing Student Society' will also have the chance to be part of an ownership group, as the Society has been made a member of the Gordon Elliott Racing Club, currently represented by four horses in training.
The first event will be held Feb. 6 at the Irish Gold Cup meeting at Leopardstown, where student member will have a chance to win a trip to the third day of the Cheltenham Festival. It is expected that there will be on event each quarter.
“The 'Go Racing Student Society' is an excellent opportunity for students to meet like-minded people and enjoy exclusive events,” commented Kate O'Sullivan, marketing and events executive for HRI. “I would encourage anyone with any level of interest to join the society. It is fantastic to have Gordon's support and it will be great to follow the careers of the four club horses.”
Joining the society is free and trips will be discounted. Students who are interested in joining can do so on www.goracing.ie.
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