Rosemount woman's tips on running a

Published: Wed 11 Nov 2009, 5:30 PM

A new DVD released last Friday could give you the secrets to owning a successful racing horse like Sea the Stars or Beef or Salmon!Written and presented by a Rosemount woman, "Horse Racing Syndicates - It Could Be You" gives first-hand advice about becoming a syndicate owner of a racehorse and reaping the rewards. It also features advice from former Sports Minister John O'Donoghue.AnnaMay Mullins, nee O'Connor, grew up in Rosemount and was brought up in a GAA-mad house, however it was the turf that she turned to as an adult.Having worked in the fashion business as a model and also compering fashion shows, AnnaMay is now a sales consultant but has always had a passion for racing. It has always been her ambition to make a programme and this year got the chance to combine that with her passion for horse racing."I always wanted to make a programme and I have a strong passion for horseracing. A couple of years ago I did a TV Presenting course with the Bill Keating Centre. I'm a member of a horse racing syndicate myself and we have some racehorses," she explained. "When I started this project I got great support from friends and associates in the racing game - trainers, bloodstock agents and owners."AnnaMay's own syndicate, the River Syndicate, is featured with their horse 'Presenting Lucy' along with the Goat Racing Syndicate who own 'Forpadydeplasterer'.The DVD looks at racehorse ownership by means of a syndicate, covering the highs and lows and the social aspect of the sport. Also, it's informative, giving practical advice on how to set up a syndicate and find a racehorse. The story is entertaining, it's true and without giving the story away, it features a thrilling race. It is suitable viewing for all, not only for the serious punter.The DVD includes interviews with racing fan and former Minister for Sport John O'Donoghue, Horse Racing Ireland, racehorse trainers, a bloodstock agent and the colourful Charlie Chawke.Edited by Yard Media and produced by Bankos Tales Productions, the DVD is available in all good shops nationwide and on www.dvdsales.ie priced at €12.99.