Chief Stipe Posted Monday at 04:13 AM Share Posted Monday at 04:13 AM Te Akau Appoints New Assistant Trainer | News www.teakauracing.com ../edit/cache/images/hunter_and_berri--w_640-h_427-e_png-cp_center-cs_2225.png Te Akau Racing is delighted to announce the appointment of Hunter Durrant to the role of Assistant Trainer, acknowledging his important role in the stable's continued success. "We recognise Hunter's dedication and expertise, especially in managing our Riccarton operation under the guidance of our trainers Mark Walker and Sam Bergerson," said Te Akau Principal David Ellis CNZM. “Hunter has been exceptional since we established our permanent base at Riccarton,” Ellis said. “He’s a skilled horseman with a calm demeanor, sharp instincts, and the ability to connect with our owners and team. This promotion is a well-deserved recognition of his hard work and leadership.” Durrant joins a distinguished lineup of assistant trainers, including Nicole Shailer at Matamata in the North Island and Ben Gleeson at Cranbourne in Victoria, who play crucial roles in ensuring seamless operations across Te Akau’s stables. Last season Te Akau's southern operation delivered exceptional results - earning three prestigious titles at the South Island Racing Awards, including Champion Two-Year-Old for Nucleozor and Champion Miler for Perfect Scenario. This season the seamless success continues, fresh off a NZ Cup carnival week that included Captured By Love winning the Group 1 NZ 1000 Guineas and Mehzebeen the Group 3 NZ Cup and Listed Metropolitan Stakes. The wins this season have included a landmark moment on 28 September 28 when Age of Discovery delivered Mark Walker’s 2000th career training victory. Hunter’s promotion solidifies Te Akau’s commitment to excellence in racing. David Ellis CNZM added: “We love supporting South Island racing and first had stables in 2002 at Rangiora. It was timely to set up permanently again in the South last season, with the stables at Riccarton, and Hunter has been instrumental in that success. “Hunter’s promotion is not only about rewarding hard work but also about setting the stage for even greater success.” Back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huey Posted Monday at 06:28 PM Share Posted Monday at 06:28 PM Sounds like an American corporation Vice Presidents everywhere. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted Monday at 08:42 PM Author Share Posted Monday at 08:42 PM 2 hours ago, Huey said: Sounds like an American corporation Vice Presidents everywhere. I didn't realise Vice Presidents could ride trackwork. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huey Posted Monday at 11:07 PM Share Posted Monday at 11:07 PM 2 hours ago, Chief Stipe said: I didn't realise Vice Presidents could ride trackwork. I guess they either have to or can do given the numbers of Assistant Trainers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted Monday at 11:13 PM Author Share Posted Monday at 11:13 PM 2 minutes ago, Huey said: I guess they either have to or can do given the numbers of Assistant Trainers. What is wrong with the number of Assistant Trainers? It ensures in a large stable more professional individual contact per horse, an larger knowledgeable feedback loop and continuity of training. No doubt it improves performance and stable standards. Not to mention the career opportunities and pathway for young people to participate in the industry. There you go a whole list of positives. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huey Posted yesterday at 12:14 AM Share Posted yesterday at 12:14 AM 59 minutes ago, Chief Stipe said: What is wrong with the number of Assistant Trainers? It ensures in a large stable more professional individual contact per horse, an larger knowledgeable feedback loop and continuity of training. No doubt it improves performance and stable standards. Not to mention the career opportunities and pathway for young people to participate in the industry. There you go a whole list of positives. I guess if there is that many assistant trainers then they are all assistant trainers? Nothing to stop them starting their own stable up and being the actual trainer. I guess you could call that a promotion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted yesterday at 12:52 AM Author Share Posted yesterday at 12:52 AM 37 minutes ago, Huey said: I guess if there is that many assistant trainers then they are all assistant trainers? Nothing to stop them starting their own stable up and being the actual trainer. I guess you could call that a promotion? You really are talking in riddles now. Perhaps we should call you Gollum? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huey Posted 15 hours ago Share Posted 15 hours ago 16 hours ago, Chief Stipe said: You really are talking in riddles now. Perhaps we should call you Gollum? Now is not the time or place to bring your comprehension skills into question Chief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted 14 hours ago Author Share Posted 14 hours ago 38 minutes ago, Huey said: Now is not the time or place to bring your comprehension skills into question Chief. Sorry Gollum I find it hard to solve your riddles or understand your vague inferences. I'm sure others do to. 18 hours ago, Huey said: I guess if there is that many assistant trainers then they are all assistant trainers? What does that mean? There are only 3 and each is based at a different location. Matamata, Riccarton and Cranbourne. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Stipe Posted 14 hours ago Author Share Posted 14 hours ago Ciaron Maher has 3 Assistant Trainers and 3 Racing Managers in two OZ States. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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