Course 322 were lucky enough to have a visit to Sir Mark Prescott’s yard today. They had a really interesting morning watching the horses and having a tour of the yard. Big thanks must go to William Butler, Sir Marks assistant for showing us around
Course 322 were lucky enough to have a visit to Sir Mark Prescott’s yard today. They had a really interesting morning watching the horses and having a tour of the yard. Big thanks must go to William Butler, Sir Marks assistant for showing us around
Its Day 2 of Royal Ascot but what a start it’s already been for our 1st two Graduates for this week’s… Massive congratulations to 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝘆𝗹𝗲 (course EER7) and 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗯𝘆 (course 42) who landed the Kings Stand Stakes yesterday.
Well done to 𝗭𝗼𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 (course 323) for winning best turned out with Overtrumped at Nottingham on Monday.
Congratulations to 𝗣𝗮𝘂𝗹 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗻 (course 113) who rode his 1000th winner on Sunday.
Well done to 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝘀 (course 304a) who rode his 1st winner, for boss Mick Channon at Salisbury.
Best of luck to everyone involved in Royal Ascot this week, and don’t forget to let us know what you’ve been up to, whether its a huge milestone or a small victory, we want to celebrate them all
Who’s excited for ROYAL ASCOT?
It’s 11 years since KINGSGATE NATIVE (📸 @amylanigan) won the Group 1 Golden Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot.
Let us know if you’re going this year and in what capacity – Riding, leading up, spectating
Today we’re very proud to say that 2 of our Graduates, Jess Cooley and Toby Eley represented us in Chantilly, France.
Both had 2 rides in the Longines Future Stars races, and the highlight was Toby finishing 2nd.
Also spotted, Jay Conlon leading up.
Thanks to Richard Perham, BRS Jockey Coach for the photos
It may be another wet and grey June day but lets celebrate the great things happening, so for today’s WellDoneWednesday we’re saying congratulations to… Jess White (course 308) who’s Navigate By Stars won at Pontefract (pictured)
Liam Spencer (course 307) who had his first ride on Saturday for Roger Teal at Goodwood.
Oliver Searle (course 305) for riding his first winner. He own aboard Handytalk for Rod Millman at Salisbury.
Hannah Sitch (course 327a) who recently joined Alastair Ralph’s team and in their words “is a delight to have on the yard!” The second picture is of Hannah with their recent winner Damut I’m Out at Bangor
Soggy Monday…
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You can see the rain in these photos taken by Kai Schirmann during the Overseas Apprentice Course
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Hats off to all the staff battling on through this wet Monday. Without you there’d be no Horseracing Industry
It’s WellDoneWednesday again!
Firstly, congratulations to SHANNAN JARMAN (course 327b) who works for Alan King and looks after Green Etoile and led him up when he won at Salisbury on 2nd May and again at Hexham on 1st June! 🥇🥇 Last week The Saddlers Youth Programme graduated from their course. This is a 2 year programme for those in Year 10 & 11 and they attend 1 day per week to work towards the Level 2 Diploma in Racehorse Care. So a big WELL DONE to all that graduated.
Plus a thank you to the Worshipful Company of Saddlers who support the programme, the local schools, in particular Newmarket Academy and to Luke Morris, former student of this course (2004-06) who came in for the Graduation.
If you’d like to feature in next week’s shout out just drop us a message
It’s Well Done Wednesday which means we’ll shout out to any graduates who have achieved something this week, no matter how big or small!
Firstly, well done to LAUREN WILSON (course 318) who sent us this photo of Al Co, a horse she looks after at Oliver Greenalls, who won at Cartmel yesterday.
Congratulations to TOBY ELEY (course 275) for his brilliant feature interview in today’s Racing Post, he’s having a great season, with a couple of doubles recently.
Well done to MICHAEL PITT (course 326), POPPY FEILDING (course 298X ) and ELINOR JONES (course 301 ) who are all nearing the end of the 2week Apprentice Jockey Licence Course. Fingers crossed they all did well and we see their names in racecards very soon.
Finally, a special mention to JOANNA KNIGHT who is currently on a course with us and has really impressed the instructors over the last couple of days by overcoming her confidence issues and doing really well with her riding. Well done, hard work pays off!
Let us know what you’re up to and next week it could be you getting the shout out
Fitness session for the Apprentice Jockey hopefuls during their 2 week licence course.
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The 8 potential Jockeys have to attend a 2 week assessment course where they learn about fitness, diet, rules & regulations, race riding plus lots more whilst also being assessed on their ability to be granted their race riding licence
It’s a week of firsts for today’s WellDoneWednesday. Lots of graduates achieving things for the first time… JODI MATTHEWS (course 323, 1st photo) had her first lead up – Pink Sands for her employer William Haggas at Windsor. She finished 2nd and was ridden by fellow graduate OISIN MURPHY.
ANGUS VILLIERS (course 324a) had his first ride as an apprentice and finished 3rd aboard Creek Harbour for boss Richard Hughes.
JOE LYONS (course 317) also had his first ride at Leicester on Monday, and finished 4/10.
RHYS FOX (course 329, 2nd photo) was delighted to have achieved his dream by having his first lead up, at Nottingham on Tuesday
TRY BEFORE YOU BUY…. We’re offering a completely FREE 5 day course to give 16-22 year olds the opportunity to test the waters of the Horseracing World before committing to an Apprenticeship course.
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WHEN? 24th-28th June 2019
WHERE? BRS, Newmarket, CB8 7NU
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The week long residential course will involve riding, going racing, visiting a stud and a trainers yard, plus lots more.
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This is a great opportunity if you are stru to decide.
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📧 Kieran.Kourdache@brs.org.uk
📞01638 675905
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Link in bio for more information
Calling all Yards in Lambourn… The RIDER COACHING PROGRAMME is heading to you in Summer/Autumn 2019.
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This is a chance for your senior team members to gain a qualification and pass on their knowledge to younger/less experienced members of the team. Everyone’s a winner 🏅
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Head to Our website for more information or contact Carol Bramhill on Carol.Bramhill@brs.org.uk
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https://brs.org.uk/course/rider-coaching-programme/
Are you ready to take the next step towards becoming a WORK RIDER?
Then the INTRODUCTION TO RIDING WORK COURSE is for you… 📆 27th & 28th June 2019
🗺The British Racing School, Newmarket, CB8 7NU
📨di.farrell-thomas@brs.org.uk or 01638 665103
What are you waiting for??
This week we’re celebrating all things Managerial, plus some extra achievements
Firstly, a big shout out to ROBERT STEVENSON, who attended our Ground Based Yard Staff (non-riding) Course in March 2018 with no prior experience, but is already a Head Lad for Richard Spencer.
Congratulations to SOPHY SCOTT, JADE RANSLEY & MEGAN SPENCER who have all attended this weeks Yard Managers course because their employers believed them to have the capabilities to become Managers.
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Well done to ALYS SIDAWAY who did herself proud when meeting the Duchess of Cornwall and making the local newspaper!
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Finally, a shout out to MOLLIE PHILLIP who had her first ride as an Apprentice Jockey this week
We’re joining forces with the Jockey Club Estates and some Newmarket based trainers this afternoon for a giant LITTER PICK.
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This is part of @racing_together Community Day, which is an opportunity for our industry to collectively engage with the local community.
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If you’re Newmarket based please look out for us between 1-3pm at The Severals and along the Yellow brick Road @RTcommunityday
It’s WellDoneWednesday, the time of the week that we congratulate our graduates on their achievements, big or small… Congratulations to SKYE SWEETING (course 307) who lead up the winner of the Dahlia Stakes at Newmarket on 1000 Guineas day WORTH WAITING (ridden by fellow graduate JAMES DOYLE)
Well done to PADDY TRAINOR who led up his first winner for Mark Johnston at Newmarket.
A nice winner for TOM MARQUAND with 10/1 shot THREAT at Newmarket on 1000 Guineas Day.
Congratulations to all those involved in the 2000 and 1000 Guineas – CHARLIE RICHARDS, TOM MARQUAND, FRAUKE HERMES, DAVID EGAN, CHARLIE APPLEBY, WILLIAM BUICK, JAMES DOYLE, JAY CONLON
