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Sandro Bechini Australia (Verified User) Posts 19488 Dogs 15268 / Races 1856 20 Oct 2018 21:30
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It was a terrific night.
The spectacle that the Ladbrokes boys, Disco Dave & the Duke , back up front together along with the band, the pageantry and most of all a bumper crowd despite the inclement weather made it an event that I can truly remember
I can say that it definitely reminded me of the days when we had people from all walks of life attending the greyhounds in big numbers on a regular basis.
There were whole families with their children, there were a lot of young hip people, there were food stalls, there were the GAP there promoting greyhounds as pets, they were a huge hit with young kids who couldn't help themselves patting the dogs they had there
There was great, clean racing on a track that has been redesigned to give most dogs a real chance of winning if they are good enough
Most of all there was a win to a young man & his family who have committed their lives to the sport and have kicked the ultimate goal.
The sheer emotion and joy Peter presented after the race as he jumped and leapt down the straight was a sight to behold and one that has been imprinted on my memory
Congrats Pete and Jodie, it is a deserved victory and congrats to the owners/breeders of Mystic Riot, you guys nailed it!!!
Bill Deguara Australia (Verified User) Posts 215 Dogs 2 / Races 0 20 Oct 2018 22:14
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Well written Sandro,
Does anyone know what the actual crowd was???
Peter and jodie ,well done, Your shout st the GARDENS MATE, bill.
Michael Geraghty Australia (Verified User) Posts 4138 Dogs 14 / Races 15 20 Oct 2018 22:51
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Sandro Bechini wrote:
It was a terrific night.
The spectacle that the Ladbrokes boys, Disco Dave & the Duke , back up front together along with the band, the pageantry and most of all a bumper crowd despite the inclement weather made it an event that I can truly remember
I can say that it definitely reminded me of the days when we had people from all walks of life attending the greyhounds in big numbers on a regular basis.
There were whole families with their children, there were a lot of young hip people, there were food stalls, there were the GAP there promoting greyhounds as pets, they were a huge hit with young kids who couldn't help themselves patting the dogs they had there
There was great, clean racing on a track that has been redesigned to give most dogs a real chance of winning if they are good enough
Most of all there was a win to a young man & his family who have committed their lives to the sport and have kicked the ultimate goal.
The sheer emotion and joy Peter presented after the race as he jumped and leapt down the straight was a sight to behold and one that has been imprinted on my memory
Congrats Pete and Jodie, it is a deserved victory and congrats to the owners/breeders of Mystic Riot, you guys nailed it!!!
Great stuff, Sandro. I'm very envious, would have been a buzz to be there. I would also love to see some footage of Peter's victory dance down the straight...well done Peter and family. He who dares to dream...
Hopefully NSW and the rest of the country can use this to push on with improvements and growth for the sport.
More importantly, did anyone save me some popcorn?
Adam Crouch Australia (Verified User) Posts 103 Dogs 3 / Races 0 20 Oct 2018 22:55
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Sandro Bechini wrote:
It was a terrific night.
The spectacle that the Ladbrokes boys, Disco Dave & the Duke , back up front together along with the band, the pageantry and most of all a bumper crowd despite the inclement weather made it an event that I can truly remember
I can say that it definitely reminded me of the days when we had people from all walks of life attending the greyhounds in big numbers on a regular basis.
There were whole families with their children, there were a lot of young hip people, there were food stalls, there were the GAP there promoting greyhounds as pets, they were a huge hit with young kids who couldn't help themselves patting the dogs they had there
There was great, clean racing on a track that has been redesigned to give most dogs a real chance of winning if they are good enough
Most of all there was a win to a young man & his family who have committed their lives to the sport and have kicked the ultimate goal.
The sheer emotion and joy Peter presented after the race as he jumped and leapt down the straight was a sight to behold and one that has been imprinted on my memory
Congrats Pete and Jodie, it is a deserved victory and congrats to the owners/breeders of Mystic Riot, you guys nailed it!!!
Agreed Sandro. Last night wasnt about regional racing, it was about raising the profile of greyhound racing. And like you said, every single person I spoke to last night from all walks of life said how great a night it was and they will definitely be back.
The atmosphere for the million dollar race was electric, a huge success for greyhound racing. And a huge congratulations to Peter and Jodie!
Graeme Duggan Australia (Verified User) Posts 42 Dogs 4 / Races 0 20 Oct 2018 23:32
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Well said Sandro Best night of racing I've been to, great for NSW greyhounds, great effort from everyone Ladbrokes, GRNSW, GWIC,and of course Peter and Jodie's win was well deserved ,everyone I know enjoyed themselves and said how good it was. Congratulations to all the winners on the night .I hope that we have many more.
Grant Thomas Australia (Verified User) Posts 11447 Dogs 64 / Races 20 20 Oct 2018 23:42
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FOX channel 526...No introduction of dogs...race...no post race interview...Richest dog race in history...shit poor coverage for the home punter, enthusiast...
Ryan Vanderwert Australia (Verified User) Posts 5958 Dogs 8 / Races 0 21 Oct 2018 00:10
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Adam Crouch wrote:
Agreed Sandro. Last night wasnt about regional racing, it was about raising the profile of greyhound racing. And like you said, every single person I spoke to last night from all walks of life said how great a night it was and they will definitely be back.
The atmosphere for the million dollar race was electric, a huge success for greyhound racing. And a huge congratulations to Peter and Jodie!
Very gracious Adam after looking a massive chance down the back yourself, must have been a huge thrill.
That's a great attitude to have and people like you are exactly what greyhound racing needs to reassure it's future.
Have enjoyed reading your thoughts on data prior to the race as well. Good luck with the sport in the future.
If you've got time, wld like to know the background of the 2 you guys had in the race, how they were acquired, thoughts behind their breeding etc.
Michael Geraghty Australia (Verified User) Posts 4138 Dogs 14 / Races 15 21 Oct 2018 01:05
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Credit where credit is due...well done Mr. Mestrov and Co. As a whole, Greyhound racing was the winner.
Joe Baldacchino Australia (Verified User) Posts 561 Dogs 6 / Races 2 21 Oct 2018 02:56
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Anyone know what the attendance was?
Ray Brown Australia (Team Member) Posts 6226 Dogs 8 / Races 5 21 Oct 2018 03:09
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I hope that it keeps all the nay sayers quiet for a while.
Malcolm Smart Australia (Verified User) Posts 12802 Dogs 19 / Races 34 21 Oct 2018 04:14
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Joe Baldacchino wrote:
Anyone know what the attendance was?
3500 give or take ...
Doug Smart Australia (Verified User) Posts 867 Dogs 1 / Races 0 21 Oct 2018 04:28
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Malcolm Smart wrote:
Joe Baldacchino wrote:
Anyone know what the attendance was?
3500 give or take ...
You need to change your old glasses
Grant Thomas Australia (Verified User) Posts 11447 Dogs 64 / Races 20 21 Oct 2018 04:30
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Malcolm Smart wrote:
Joe Baldacchino wrote:
Anyone know what the attendance was?
3500 give or take ...
Got 3,000 some years back for a G.E.E so would say same numbers for this is poor effort...
Mark Donohue Australia (Verified User) Posts 3237 Dogs 6 / Races 0 21 Oct 2018 05:12
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Merrick & Rosso two DJs got more about fifteen years ago lol. It only goes to show that if you build it, they will come. GBOTA and GRNSW have been poor in this area. Of course everyone was happy there. It was a captive audience. Next ?
Joe Baldacchino Australia (Verified User) Posts 561 Dogs 6 / Races 2 21 Oct 2018 05:15
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3500 isn't so bad given the times.
Valerie Glover Australia (Verified User) Posts 239 Dogs 2 / Races 0 21 Oct 2018 06:41
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Joe Baldacchino wrote:
3500 isn't so bad given the times.
Guys ,behave. 3000/3500 whatever is still a very good crowd, what with afternoon Cups etc, opera house event,expected weather and no parking, great work ; for those that put it together : Congrats to the trio of NSW performers, we all like to win so ,take a bow , and for them to be younger that most in the game says there is a future ahead ?? Just hope that another Strategic Plan can shine some light now to keep more in our sport ?? Well done to those who gave time to set the place up, for the young families to enjoy, have had nothing but excellent thoughts from some young ones that went along , We just need to keep at the pollies now after the drubbing , the coalition got yesterday : Bob Glover
Malcolm Smart Australia (Verified User) Posts 12802 Dogs 19 / Races 34 21 Oct 2018 06:51
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doug smart wrote:
Malcolm Smart wrote:
Joe Baldacchino wrote:
Anyone know what the attendance was?
3500 give or take ...
You need to change your old glasses
driving past in the rain with fogged up windows won't get you an accurate count....
Malcolm Smart Australia (Verified User) Posts 12802 Dogs 19 / Races 34 21 Oct 2018 06:54
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Joe Baldacchino wrote:
3500 isn't so bad given the times.
that's it Joe, knowing it was going to rain, having foxtel/sky channel, Betting acc , ppl tend to either stay home or go to pub/club close to home
Malcolm Smart Australia (Verified User) Posts 12802 Dogs 19 / Races 34 21 Oct 2018 06:55
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Valerie Glover wrote:
Joe Baldacchino wrote:
3500 isn't so bad given the times.
Guys ,behave. 3000/3500 whatever is still a very good crowd, what with afternoon Cups etc, opera house event,expected weather and no parking, great work ; for those that put it together : Congrats to the trio of NSW performers, we all like to win so ,take a bow , and for them to be younger that most in the game says there is a future ahead ?? Just hope that another Strategic Plan can shine some light now to keep more in our sport ?? Well done to those who gave time to set the place up, for the young families to enjoy, have had nothing but excellent thoughts from some young ones that went along , We just need to keep at the pollies now after the drubbing , the coalition got yesterday : Bob Glover
thanks Bob, a good night was had by all (except mexicans)...
Doug Smart Australia (Verified User) Posts 867 Dogs 1 / Races 0 21 Oct 2018 07:08
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I WAS there and I thought it was great, I estimated a crowd of at lease 6500 to 7000 and the atmosphere was electrifying
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