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HRSA are delighted to formally invite applications from young harness racing participants for a harness racing scholarship. The aim of the scholarship program is to reward, retain and enhance the involvement of young people in harness racing in South Australia.
Successful applicants will receive a scholarship for a period of one year and will receive the following benefits and entitlements:
- formal placement with a leading interstate or New Zealand racing stable (including flights and accommodation) to be trained and briefed on industry ‘best practice’ and models for training and /or driving;
- education and training mentoring including possible support with coaching and specific racing instruction, biomechanics and sports psychology;
- financial contribution towards the cost of purchasing or leasing horses (trainers);
- establishment of a website and social media to promote their services including sourcing new owners and syndication opportunities;
- special race silks to promote the scholarship scheme; and
- official HRSA Scholarship uniform to be worn at all races meetings and for official duties.
Eligibility is open to any young harness racing participant between 16 to 30 years of age and a South Australian resident. Up to three scholarships annually will be awarded and are valued at $8,000 (approx.) each. Applications will be open until 5.00pm Friday 28 July, with interviews conducted in August and successful scholarship recipients commencing from 1 September 2017. Application forms are attached and are also available from the HRSA Office.
More Information:
John Lewis, HRSA CEO – Ph 0417 855 300
