By Heather Anderson
Over 300 fifth and sixth class pupils attended a 'Go Racing Kids Club' Education Day event at Galway Racecourse Wednesday. Throughout the day, various racing industry representatives–from racecourse manager Michael Moloney, champion point-to-point rider Derek O'Connor from Galway, racehorse trainer Fergus Hanley to groom Tazmen Murray, gave presentations to the children about what goes into preparing Galway Racecourse for its August festival, as well as their various professions in racing. The students received a 'Go Racing Kids' Club' goodie bag, observed demonstrations from Racing Academy & Centre of Education racehorse simulator, as well as 'Front Runner-Racing Club for Kids' racing-themed games, puzzles and quizzes.
“We had a great time today with all the pupils from our local schools,” commented Michael Moloney, Manager at Galway Racecourse. “The activities here educate school children about racing and show them what happens behind the scenes at Galway in the lead up to the festival.”
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