RACING VICTORIA CRACKDOWN ON SOCIAL MEDIA Ted Ryan

There is an open invitation for all PCA members to partake in “Taster Days’ which are designed to be a fun and educational learning experience, but also a short list for the most capable riders for qualifying days.

The first of these Taster Days was held earlier in July, with Channel Seven’s Horse Racing documenting that day on its national racing coverage on a Saturday.

Pony Racing is an exciting sport that’s been administered in Ireland, England and the US for some time.

The emphasis of the sport is to advance riding ability and skill, along with balance, fitness and control, with the safety of both the pony and rider paramount.

■ A Clerk of the Course’s horse was the lucky horse going around at Moonee Valle. The grey was lucky to escape serious injury when kicked. The Clerk’s horse was going on with his business, when a flighty young galloper lashed out, but luckily it was OK.

The horse was taken by the Horse Ambulance for attention, and I am glad to report it is going to be fine.

The Clerk’s Horse was going through his duties when an unruly two-year old, Miss Stella, lashed out.

Vets late cleared grey of any major injuries, with a Racing Victoria spokesperson saying it was comfortable and doing well.

This is great news as they are a big parcel of safety,especially on the track before and after races.

- Ted Ryan