Victoria’s National Coursing Association is encouraging trainers not to be disheartened by the overwhelming number of nominations at coursing meetings so far this year.
The average number of nominations across the first three coursing meetings of the season has been more than 130, however only 96 greyhounds can gain a start at a standard meeting.
“We are thrilled to see coursing nominations as high as they have been,” said NCA Secretary Sean Lithgow.
“Coursing has never been more popular in my time in the sport and we are thrilled to see it moving from strength to strength with new owners and trainers getting involved.”
Lithgow urged trainers to continue nominating for coursing events.
“The obvious challenge with so many people nominating is that it is proving difficult for some people to get a run with their dogs.”
“The NCA is aware of the numbers and people missing out.”
“Rest assured, the grader has been keeping track of those dogs that have nominated and not got a run.”
“We are trying to ensure those dogs get a run at the next coursing event so please don’t be discouraged.”
