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Post by BVADMIN on Jan 8, 2021 16:37:09 GMT
....Kennelhand of the Year 2020.... The Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB) is calling for nominations for the 2020 Kennelhand of the Year Award.
This prestigious award is presented to one outstanding kennelhand who shows impressive commitment to their work and who goes above and beyond to provide the highest standards of care to the greyhounds in their charge. The winning kennelhand will win £500 and a special trophy in recognition of their dedication and exceptional efforts.
To submit a nomination for this year’s award, please email the name of your nominee, a brief description of why you think they should win and your own contact details to awards@gbgb.org.uk with the subject line ‘Kennelhand of the Year 2020’.
The deadline for nominations is Monday 18th January 2021. After this date, a panel comprising several industry experts will meet virtually to discuss each nomination and decide the winner of the sought-after title.
Whilst the current Covid-19 restrictions prevent greyhound racing fans and supporters of the sport coming together to celebrate its stars in person, the 2020 GBGB Awards will still go ahead this year as part of an exciting virtual event. This will be held and broadcast online on the evening of Sunday 14th February 2021.
Mark Bird, Managing Director of GBGB, said: “This award is our annual opportunity to thank the kennelhands of our sport for their hard work and dedication to their role. Each day across our trainers’ residential kennels, our kennelhands are working tirelessly to care for their greyhounds, ensuring they bring out the best in them both on and off the track.
“This year, in particular, kennelhands have played an invaluable role within trainers’ teams to keep owners updated and kennels running smoothly. I know how difficult this period has been for everyone so kennelhands across our sport should be proud of everything they have done in support of our greyhounds.”
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Post by BVADMIN on Jan 11, 2021 13:33:56 GMT
MONDAY 11-1-21::: www.gbgb.org.uk/gbgb-statement-racing-continues-behind-closed-doors/[/tt] ...GBGB Statement: Racing Continues Behind Closed Doors... GBGB has confirmed that it has not been informed of any intention to temporarily halt greyhound racing because of a tightening of Covid restrictions.
GBGB Managing Director Mark Bird said:
“I have seen the comments being made on social media regarding the apparent pausing of elite sports by the government. There appears to be no substance to these assertions and certainly not from government. We remain in close contact with DCMS as to any changes in government advice.”
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Post by BVADMIN on Jan 11, 2021 16:23:59 GMT
...Derby rescheduled to avoid clash with British Grand Prix...
BY JONATHAN KAY OF THE RACING POST
THE Derby has a new schedule for the second time in four days after host track Towcester yesterday reacted to criticism of a potential clash with the British Grand Prix festival at neighbouring Silverstone.
As a result, GBGB permission was sought, and received, to bring the competition forward by a week, meaning it will now conclude with a £175,000 final on Saturday, July 10, with a start on the weekend of June 4 and 5.
"I was pushing for the final to be on July 17 so I take full responsibility," admitted Towcester's consultant Nathan Corden yesterday.
"Our main focus had been on the gap between the English Derby/Irish Derby and maintaining that, but we are more than happy to listen to feedback.
"Over the weekend we became aware of the difficulties people were having in booking accommodation because of the Grand Prix also being scheduled for that weekend and we've acted quickly to hopefully rectify that.
"The British Grand Prix was actually in August last year, but that was a Covid-delayed scheduled and, while this year's date remains provisional, it seems pretty certain that it is going to be on Sunday, July 18.
"We're grateful to the GBGB for listening to our request and being understanding and flexible in agreeing to another change to the schedule but this definitely the last one we intend to make!"
Read more in Tuesday's Racing Post
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Post by BVADMIN on Jan 14, 2021 11:12:20 GMT
...2020 GBGB Roll of Honour... Coronation Cup (Romford, 575m) Antigua Rum Winter Derby (Hove, 500m) Volcanic Reef Golden Jacket (Crayford, 714m) Skilful Sandie Peter Bussey Memorial (Crayford, 540m) Goldies Symnsy Juvenile (Sheffield, 500m) Ice On Fire Puppy Trophy (Sunderland 450m) Calzaghe Mint Springbok (Central Park, 480mH) Burgess Doc Golden Sprint (Romford, 400m) Goldies Hoddle Midland Puppy Derby (Monmore, 480m) Newinn Jacko Steel City Cup (Sheffield, 500m) Headford Ranger Silver Salver (Central Park, 265m) Shrewd Call All England Cup (Newcastle, 480m) Bower Luke Sussex Cup (Hove, 515m) Bockos Doomie Regency (Hove, 695m) Zascandil Champion Hurdle (Central Park, 480mH) Swift Loki Gold Cup (Monmore, 480m) Gonzo Summer Stayers (Monmore, 630m) Kingsbrook Glyn East Anglian Derby (Yarmouth, 462m) Kilara Lion Champion Stakes (Romford, 575m) Desperado Dan Puppy Cup (Romford, 400m) Tenpin Produce Stakes (Swindon, 476m) Queen Jessiej Guy and Dolls (Romford, 400m) Melodys Secret Cesarewitch (Romford, 925m) Aayamza Royale Three Steps to Victory (Sheffield, 660m) Roxholme Kristof Maiden Derby (Henlow, 460m) Roxholme Olaf Kent St Leger (Crayford, 714m) Droopys Bird Gold Collar (Crayford, 540m) Desperado Dan Young Guns (Sheffield, 480m) Blackstone Milo Young Guns (Central Park, 480m) Tenpin The Derby (Nottingham, 500m) Deerjet Sydney Derby Plate (Nottingham, 500m) Doolin Duke Puppy Trophy (Nottingham, 500m) Ballydoyle Razor Stayers Trophy (Nottingham, 680m) Blue Tick George Dorando Marathon (Nottingham, 905m) Affirmed Grand National (Central Park, 480mH) Roxholme Biscuit British Breeders Stakes (Nottingham 500m) Queen Dolly St Leger (Perry Barr, 710m) Smallmead Birmingham Cup (Perry Barr, 480m) Droopys Carat Kent Derby (Central Park, 480m) Kilara Lion Essex Vase (Romford, 575m) Kilmessan Puma The English Oaks (Swindon, 476m) Ballymac Trend British Bred Derby (Sheffield, 500m) Elderberry Sky English Puppy Derby (Towcester, 500m) Surprising Greyhound Olympic (Hove, 515m) Newinn Jacko TV Trophy (Romford, 945m) Aayamza Royale Brighton Belle (Hove, 515m) Droopys Aoife National Sprint (Nottingham, 305m) Loggies Lito Puppy Trophy (Sunderland 450m) Calzaghe Mint British Bred Maidens (Romford, 400m) Go Pat Go British Bred Oaks (Doncaster, 483m) Fearsome Encore British Bred Sprint (Towcester, 260m) King Drake British Bred Northern Maiden Standard (Newcastle, 480m) Acomb Jenny British Bred Scurry (Harlow, 415m) Queen Lilly Kent National Hurdle (Crayford, 540m) Roxholme Biscuit BGBF St Leger (Central Park, 642m) Zaha
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Post by BVADMIN on Jan 14, 2021 12:01:42 GMT
Tune into the virtual GBGB Awards to celebrate the winner of this year’s title, proudly brought to us by our sponsor 'ARC' Awards info here: bit.ly/39qdf6P
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Post by BVADMIN on Jan 14, 2021 12:03:34 GMT
....Kennelhand of the Year 2020.... The Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB) is calling for nominations for the 2020 Kennelhand of the Year Award.
This prestigious award is presented to one outstanding kennelhand who shows impressive commitment to their work and who goes above and beyond to provide the highest standards of care to the greyhounds in their charge. The winning kennelhand will win £500 and a special trophy in recognition of their dedication and exceptional efforts.
To submit a nomination for this year’s award, please email the name of your nominee, a brief description of why you think they should win and your own contact details to awards@gbgb.org.uk with the subject line ‘Kennelhand of the Year 2020’.
The deadline for nominations is Monday 18th January 2021. After this date, a panel comprising several industry experts will meet virtually to discuss each nomination and decide the winner of the sought-after title.
Whilst the current Covid-19 restrictions prevent greyhound racing fans and supporters of the sport coming together to celebrate its stars in person, the 2020 GBGB Awards will still go ahead this year as part of an exciting virtual event. This will be held and broadcast online on the evening of Sunday 14th February 2021.
Mark Bird, Managing Director of GBGB, said: “This award is our annual opportunity to thank the kennelhands of our sport for their hard work and dedication to their role. Each day across our trainers’ residential kennels, our kennelhands are working tirelessly to care for their greyhounds, ensuring they bring out the best in them both on and off the track.
“This year, in particular, kennelhands have played an invaluable role within trainers’ teams to keep owners updated and kennels running smoothly. I know how difficult this period has been for everyone so kennelhands across our sport should be proud of everything they have done in support of our greyhounds.”Don’t miss the #GBGBAwards where one outstanding individual will be crowned Kennelhand of the Year Our thanks goes to B.A.G.S. for being this year’s sponsor! Awards info here: bit.ly/39qdf6P
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Post by BVADMIN on Jan 15, 2021 17:14:30 GMT
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Post by BVADMIN on Jan 15, 2021 22:47:11 GMT
Taken From The Racing Post Saturday 16-1-21:::
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Post by BVADMIN on Jan 19, 2021 12:22:13 GMT
The votes of the Greyhound Writers’ Association have been counted and the contenders for the eight 2020 open race greyhound category awards are as follows:Star Sports Bitch of the Year 2020: Aayamza Royale, Queen JessieJ, Smallmead
GBGB British Bred Greyhound of the Year 2020: Elderberry Sky, Queen Dolly, Queen JessieJ
Colossus Bets Hurdler of the Year 2020: Burgess Doc, Roxholme Biscuit, Swift Loki
GBGB Marathon Performer of the Year 2020: Aayamza Royale, Affirmed, Micks Little Gem
GBGB Newcomer of the Year 2020: Roxholme Kristof, Surprising, Tenpin
Charles Russell Speechlys Sprinter of the Year 2020: Goldies Hoddle, Loggies Lito, Shrewd Call
GBGB Standard Distance Performer of the Year 2020: Deerjet Sydney, Kilara Lion, Newinn Jacko
GBGB Stayer of the Year 2020: Desperado Dan, Roxholme Kristof, Smallmead The winners will be unveiled at the GBGB Greyhound of the Year Awards which are being held and broadcast virtually from 6pm on 14th February 2021. More details on the schedule of the Awards and how to watch them online will be available on the GBGB website and social media channels shortly.
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Post by BVADMIN on Jan 19, 2021 21:35:24 GMT
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