Joe Behan has been named Stud Manager of Derrinstown Stud, with Jimmy Lenehan set to retire at the end of the month.
Behan worked at Broguestown, Swordlestown and Ardoon studs before joining Derrinstown in 2007.
“Joe has worked with horses all his life,” said Derrinstown's General Manager Stephen Collins. “He's been with us a long time now and knows the horses, the staff, the systems, the clients and most importantly Sheikh Hamdan, so his appointment will ensure that the handover is as seamless as possible. He's very experienced and knowledgeable, but equally importantly for his new role, he is particularly good with people.”
Paying tribute to the retiring Lenehan, Collins said, “Jimmy joined us in 2003 and has done a remarkable job over the years. He will be a hard act to follow and we wish him a long, healthy and happy retirement.”
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