punkrock 127 Report post Posted January 24, 2015 I'd like to write something positive about our industry on here to go against all the usual bull poo and cry baby stuff that goes on on this site. Let's see how long it takes for some uneducated story teller to ruin this but I'll give it a go. I'd like to congratulate matt roberts for his great start to the season after moving north. I'd like to congratulate glen Hodgson on his great placement and training of Kilchurn. I'd like to congratulate aleisha speight on getting a runner who she bred herself into a group one final. Congratulations to merv and alison with above all. I'm sick of hearing of conspiracy theories and people making unfounded accusations and spreading unfactual rumours. Anyone else got anything else positive to add? josh77, Memphis2, Alesha_666 and 2 others 5 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattyholka 19 Report post Posted January 24, 2015 I think it is great that there are so many younger trainers that are doing so well. It is great to see that they ignore all the negativity that there is in our industry and just get on and do a good job. Well done and keep up the good work. Memphis2, Alesha_666, Jabba2 and 1 other 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xfire 7 Report post Posted January 24, 2015 I would like to say a big congrats to Bob Bond and his lovely bitch Bright Star. I love watching this little girl every time she races. Memphis2, tonkatime, Gary Sharp and 1 other 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
windingmeup 49 Report post Posted January 24, 2015 Above all Would be the best thing that has happened to Greyhound Racing in New Zealand in my point of view for the last Century. His achievement's thus far are mind blowing and a step forward for breeding in New Zealand. Well done to all who are involved. Best of luck for the up and coming Perth cup series keep them coming GONSTA, dustydreamnz and Memphis2 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yankiwi 782 Report post Posted January 24, 2015 Racecafe I'd like to thank the owners, moderators and members for this robust forum, where we can sing praises about the possitives in our industry or growl about the things we think might have be done better. It's good to have some balance between the two ends of that spectrum. That's what keeps it interesting. GRNZ I think they are doing a good job overall, normally offering around 9 race meets a week. Our trainers get to take their dogs out of the kennel & give them a chance to do what they love. Our owners get to watch their pride & joy's compete against others on a regular basis. Our punters get to back their favorite dog or search through the form & odds to find the overs. In the end, some trainers/owners/punters make a few coin at the end of each day & others only have to wait for their turn until tomorrow. That's the gamble, but what an exciting gamble it is for all those involved. Greyhound racing beats the pants of a scratchcard, a spin at the pokies, or the dizziness caused by watching the winning wheel spin on Saturday night for someone else. GONSTA and Memphis2 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lad27 404 Report post Posted January 25, 2015 Zebidiah Gets third today and still in C5 company, with the old boy coming up 5yrs old. Hope he gets a bitch or two or a nice couch. Memphis2, bblunt and Yankiwi 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
twirly berly 73 Report post Posted January 25, 2015 Zebidiah Gets third today and still in C5 company, with the old boy coming up 5yrs old. Hope he gets a bitch or two or a nice couch. couch very shortly unless anyone expresses interest in stud before then. he sure wont mind. lovely hard worker at home and still looks stunning for his age. its an honour to have him dustydreamnz, Alesha_666, bblunt and 4 others 7 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jape again 67 Report post Posted January 25, 2015 You really do have to admire Zebidiah as he closes in on his 5th birthday. A former NZ sprint champion still very competitive at the top level. 102nd start at Addington today and a good 3rd to Clone Your Own and Quedrago. 30 wins and 34 placings at Addington. A real trouper and a consort or two would be a just reward for loyal service. josh77, Memphis2 and Alesha_666 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Sharp 224 Report post Posted January 25, 2015 I would like to thank all the Grounds staff at the tracks for all the hard work & many hours that they put into getting the tracks ready for races days. I would also like to thank all the hard working trainers out there for all the hard work they do with training their lovely & talented dogs. Also would like to thank all the Race day staff for all the hard work you do on race days. Keep up the good work all of you. happy, Memphis2 and modest mouse 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bblunt 334 Report post Posted January 27, 2015 I'm a bit slow out of the box with this post, a bit like Speed Legend himself, but must say I loved seeing him get another win last week Memphis2, dustydreamnz, Ashoka and 3 others 6 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bblunt 334 Report post Posted February 2, 2015 I'm a bit slow out of the box with this post, a bit like Speed Legend himself, but must say I loved seeing him get another win last weekBeat the C5s today. Is the Legend back? To be fair tho .. wide box, wet track, depleted field ... it was his for the taking right.? $6.80?? Memphis2, Yankiwi and lad27 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh77 88 Report post Posted February 2, 2015 Great to see speed legend win agian today and boy didnt he rail well around the home bend.well done willy!! good work mate iteruka and Memphis2 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lad27 404 Report post Posted April 16, 2015 Zebidiah the old boy gets up for another c5 win and left to go out $12 on tote from box one. Magic effort! Might get another mention on dogzone :-) Jabba2, Yankiwi, kirsty and 3 others 6 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jape again 67 Report post Posted April 16, 2015 Well deserved! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
legs&lashes 188 Report post Posted April 16, 2015 Dyna Vikkers a great effort last night to break the 30 second barrier for 2nd time as well Memphis2 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Memphis2 1,078 Report post Posted April 18, 2015 I'd like to thank everyone who is in this great sport how ever big or small their position or input. Including those craceful animals bringing us all involved joy, Yankiwi 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Memphis2 1,078 Report post Posted April 18, 2015 I didnt post that last post. How does that happen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Memphis2 1,078 Report post Posted April 18, 2015 aaaaah i have an idea now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOM 1,017 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 Warm congratulations to connections of Prophecy. What an introduction to open grade. This dog has shown exceptional ability from day one but a very serious injury at his first start nearly ended his career before it got started. Glennis has shown great skill and patience to bring this dog to the top despite a few more setbacks. I reckon this is the dog from the North to follow. Arch and Gloria also need congratulations. for yonks people have been lamenting the lack of stayers in NZ and therorising on the means to correct it. Arch has shown the way and it is ironic the answer appears to have lain in one of the old NZ bitch lines that we all abandoned for the flash harry imports that have taken the guts out of our industry. Jabba2, ownagreyhound.co.nz, Yankiwi and 1 other 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JETSUN 100 Report post Posted April 21, 2015 We regularly have several posters come on here with comments re how NZ would not be able to race with out Aust imports. It is interesting to note that this Thursday, the High Grade meeting at Christchurch has a 12 race program and the make up of the 120 dogs carded is 46 Aus and 74 NZ. josh77 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alltheway!!! 640 Report post Posted April 21, 2015 And when you go see the results, all the 500m + races will be won by the aus Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yankiwi 782 Report post Posted April 21, 2015 It's imposible to believe the blood lines are that far superior to ours in Australia. I think it's more likely that training methods from the dogs birth to retirement, one of which is under much scrutiny at the moment, could be a leading cause to their suspected superiority. Another factor worth considering could be how many dogs are born in Australia compared to NZ? If for instance 5% of all dogs born end up making it to the highest grade, then sheer numbers could play a major factor in why it's perceived that their dogs are better. You don't see any 40 start maidens with limited/mediocre ability brought over, but I'm sure they have them over there too. Ashoka 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOM 1,017 Report post Posted April 22, 2015 Well how does Prophecy kicking Good Returns arse well and truly register Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...