Pathway Racing Update – Tuesday 31st May, 2016
In January 2016, Greyhound Racing SA (GRSA) introduced the Pathway Racing concept, which aims to provide regular and ongoing racing opportunities for lower class and out of form greyhounds.
Whilst the initial stages of the trial appeared very successful, the transition to a flattened stakemoney structure has not been as well received by participants as anticipated.
In response to this decline in support, GRSA will implement a new stakemoney structure (refer table below), slightly alter the way races are selected and extend the trial period of the Pathway Racing concept to 31st July, 2016 when a full review will take place.
Another important change that participants should be aware of, is that the Grader will now draw all eligible greyhounds into Pathway races, unless ‘NO PATHWAY’ is stipulated on the nominations. As such, participants should be diligent when nominating for meetings where Pathway races have been advertised.
These changes will be effective from the Angle Park meeting on Wednesday 8th June. Nominations close on Friday 3rd June.
SUMMARY OF CHANGES – effective Friday 3rd June 2016
· Increased stakemoney allocation for first place
· Greyhounds will be included in Pathway Races if eligible (unless ‘NO PATHWAY’ on nomination)
· Selection of races – greater emphasis on one trainer per race and worst to best form with SA Bred preferences included
· Trial period extended to 31st July 2016
STAKEMONEY SCHEDULE (As of 1/6/16)
ELIGIBILITY TO COMPLETE
· Pathway Racing events will only be for Maiden, Grade 6 and Grade 5 greyhounds at the track
· Greyhounds must have started in South Australia on four occasions to be eligible for these races (First starters and greyhounds with one, two or three starts will not be considered for these events)
· Greyhounds must not have run faster than the below time standards at their past four starts:
· Pathway Racing aims to ensure maximum participation, therefore the Grader will endeavour to include all trainers entering at least one greyhound, prior to including multiple greyhounds from the same trainer
· Fields will be selected worst form to best form in the opinion of the Grader. The Order of Preference is not be used for Pathway Racing
· Grade 6 and Grade 5 Pathway races will carry no penalty however where Grade 6 greyhounds compete in Grade 5 events and are successful they will become a Grade 5 at the track and ineligible for Grade 6 events at the track. (Normal rules apply for Maiden events)
· Races will be graded on race wins where possible
· Guarding will occur where possible
· Pathway Racing to be run at Angle Park Wednesday meetings and Gawler Sunday meetings along with Mt Gambier.
NOMINATING FOR PATHWAY RACES
All eligible greyhounds will be drawn into Pathway races unless ‘NO PATHWAY’ has been stipulated on the nomination.
PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK
Participants wishing to provide feedback on Pathway Racing are urged to forward comments to GRSA via email, post or through the GRSA closed Facebook page.
Further Information:
Shaun Mathieson
Racing Manager