Podcast appearances and mentions of kris lees

Former champion jockey Wayne Harris speaks glowingly of his former “stablemate” Neil Rae. Both were apprenticed to the late Pat Farrell, and while Harris concentrated on metropolitan racing for most of his career Rae opted to stay in the Hunter region where he enjoyed a productive 23 years-  productive enough to give him a total of 8 Hunter and North West riding premierships. Wayne Harris suggested I call the former lightweight jockey and talk to him about a possible podcast. A little reluctant at first, Neil finally agreed to join us for a chat about a career that brought him a very impressive 1370 wins. He begins by talking about the excavators and compactors he operates for the Lake Macquarie City Council. Always a natural lightweight, Neil says he's still pretty fit.  Rae was given a nickname by workmates very early in his career. He says it's still widely used by racing people. Neil talks about a racing accident at Gosford that left him with a  shocking ankle injury. He talks about a short lived comeback. He was delighted to ride a winner on his final day in the saddle. Neil talks about early days in Newcastle and his intense dislike of school. He talks of his first experience in a racing stable followed by his indentureship to the late Pat Farrell. The retired jockey clearly remembers his first race ride at Muswellbrook, and the thrill of his first win just a few weeks later. He actually landed a double on the day. Neil remembers his first provincial and metropolitan wins on the same horse. He recalls being driven to the races by Wayne Harris on the occasion of his first city win, little realising he'd later buy the car in question. He talks about the valuable tutelage he received from Harris, one of the greatest riders of his generation. Neil talks affectionately of Irish Flyer, perhaps the most important horse in his early career. He remembers the brilliant but headstrong Proud Knight. The son of Vain had enormous ability but often refused to race tractably around the turns. There was one unforgettable occasion at Randwick when Proud Knight's gate opened prematurely. Neil says his tendency to try too hard early in his career resulted in many suspensions. He talks of successful associations with leading Newcastle trainers like Paul Perry, Max Lees and later Kris Lees.   Neil says his ability to ride at a featherweight sometimes cost him rides.  He looks back on his eight riding premierships, three of them as an apprentice.  Neil says he was thrilled to be invited to ride two former champion racehorses in exhibition gallops. One was a legend, the other a dominant two year old in the early 80's.  Neil had only a handful of Gr 1 rides. He was pretty chuffed to ride the third placegetter in the 1989 Sydney Cup.  He says the race was run under deplorable conditions. He talks about fatherhood and the inevitable progression to grandfatherhood. Neil Rae is well remembered as a jockey of unwavering work ethic. His career win tally of 1370 tells the story. Great to have him on the podcast.

Lee Magorrian had never been on a horse's back when he got a stablehand's job with Joe Byrne in his native County Meath in 2009. He continued to work on the ground when he later transferred to legendary horsewoman Joanna Morgan. Lee's life took an unexpected twist when he was encouraged by a friend to visit NZ where he made the snap decision to become an apprentice jockey. One hundred winners later, young Magorrian won a much sought after scholarship which springboarded him into a trip to Australia and a stint with premier trainer Chris Waller. The much travelled young jockey is now firmly ensconced as a popular “go-to” jockey on the NSW provincial circuit. It's a pleasure to share Lee's story on our podcast. Lee says he's been surprised by the ongoing support of  Chris Waller and several other trainers who patronise the Newcastle and Kembla Saturday meetings. He talks about his patient style of riding and his efforts to look busy in tight finishes. The jockey takes us back to childhood days in County Meath (IRE). He talks of siblings and the absence of racing in the family background.    Lee says there was a time he had visions of becoming a primary school teacher but that ambition was quickly replaced by several sporting pursuits.                                                    He admits to taking on his stablehand's job for no other reason than to earn some pocket money. He pays tribute to two employers Joe Byrne and Joanna Morgan, both former outstanding jockeys.   He talks of a suggestion put to him by Samantha Wynne, an Irish jockey who was already working in NZ. Lee looks back on his first apprenticeship to Roger James at his famous Kingscere Stables in Cambridge. Sadly the association didn't work out. He talks of a move to the stables of Shaun and Emma Clotworthy. Lee remembers with clarity the thrill of his first winning ride at Ruakaka. He reflects on a black type win at Te Rapa on a very smart horse called Barbaric. Lee remembers an Ellerslie win on Rising Romance, almost certainly the best horse he got to ride in NZ. The 31 year old hasn't forgotten the thrill of his scholarship win, a whirlwind move to Sydney and a stint at the Waller stable. Lee says he thought his first win for Waller would never come. He was immensely relieved to get home on Pianissimo at Warwick Farm. He was thrilled to land a Saturday double at Royal Randwick not long after. Lee talks of a win in an apprentice's race on the ill fated Higher Ground. He had a big opinion of the gelding. The jockey likes to claim some of the credit for the launch of Fangirl's stellar career. He had the mount when Fangirl strolled home in a Goulburn maiden. He recalls a win on Mo'unga when the horse was trained by Chris Waller.   Lee enjoys reminiscing about some high profile horses he got to ride in trackwork for the Waller stable. He hasn‘t forgotten the thrill of his biggest single race day achievement, a four win haul at Newcastle. Lee outlines his trackwork and barrier trial involvement. He talks of a strong association with the Richard and Will Freedman yard. Lee talks of a casual association with the Waterhouse/Bott stable. He recalls a Newcastle win on a horse destined for Derby success a few weeks later. He talks of his connection with the Kris Lees stable. Lee recalls the support he received from Blake Shinn in his early days in Sydney. As a regular at the Saturday Kembla and Newcastle meetings, Lee says he's formed strong camaraderie with a group of fellow riders. It's a laid back chat with a genial Irishman who followed his instincts after leaving the place of his birth.

Many racing people were predicting a bright future for Dylan Gibbons long before he made his debut at Taree in July 2020.  Son of successful jockey Andrew Gibbons,  the lanky youngster had been taken along quietly by his master Kris Lees and was the complete package by the time he was let loose. Dylan hasn't let his supporters down. In just four seasons of race riding he's approaching 400 winners including two Gr 1's. Caught up with the talented young rider last week for a comprehensive chat about his career so far. He talks about four seasons of success he never expected. Dylan talks about the workload of the modern day jockey with special mention of the barrier trial schedule. He talks of partner Nevada and the decision to stay in his hometown of Newcastle. The young jockey talks of his hectic 2023/2024 season and the holiday he was badly in need of. He admits he was late in making a decision to become an apprentice, but says his interest in racing was obsessive.  Dylan reflects on the many days he spent at race meetings where his father had riding commitments. He says he found a way to keep occupied. He talks of his admiration for two Sydney jockeys in particular. He remains very friendly with Tommy Berry and Kerrin McEvoy. At one stage he was acting as valet for both riders. When Andrew Gibbons could see his son was deadly serious about becoming a jockey he took him to a local riding school. Dylan talks about the education he gained in the Kris Lees operation, and talks of his very first day at the races. He hasn't forgotten the magic of his first winning ride at Coffs Harbour. Dylan looks back on his first metro success and the unforgettable thrill of a Gr 1 win so early in his career. The jockey looks back on his second Gr 1 win. This time the winner was trained by his boss and staunchest supporter. Dylan acknowledges the part Semana has played in his brief career- only two wins but several Group placings. One of them was oh so close! He talks of a Brisbane Cup win for Bjorn Baker and his association with smart sprinter Buenos Noches. Dylan talks of his association with talented horses like Brudenell and Loch Eagle and a four race association with multiple Gr 1 winning mare Montefilia. He talks of brother Ryan and three year old half sister Hayley. Dylan pays tribute to his father's longevity and the great winning trot the elder Gibbons has been enjoying. He admits it's a tough road ahead competing against so many top riders on equal terms but says he's up to the task.

Joe Pride, Kris Lees, Rex Lipp, Troy Corstens, Trent Busuttin, Mat de Kock & Scott Cameron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newcastle-based trainer Kris Lees has a strong team engaged at Randwick on Saturday. However, Luncies is his most likely winning chance in the Ipswich Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kris speaks about his runners today at Kembla, Randwick, Ipswich on Saturday.

Kris Lees joined Racing Pulse on Thursday morning with an update on the stable's key chances racing this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Taylor, Grahame Begg, Jason Warren, Ciaron Maher, Kris Lees, Annabel Neasham's Racing Manager Rob Archibald and James Cummings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Lloyd Williams import Adelaide River recapture his terrific international form this weekend in the Q22 at Eagle Farm. Kris Lees says a better barrier will likely see him settle much handier.

Kris Lees joined Racing Pulse ahead of what will be a huge weekend where the stable has plenty of runners engaged in the coming days, including Kind Words in the G1 Queensland Oaks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kris Lees will be chasing his third Qld Oaks tomorrow with Kind Words. Lees says she is going better than her form may suggest.

Kris Lees joined RSN on Thursday morning as he sends a good team to Eagle Farm on Saturday. He has the exciting youngster Brutal Bowler in the Sires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blinkers going on Qld Oaks winner Amokura in tomorrow's Doomben Cup. Kris Lees says she worked in the head gear earlier this week and pleased the stable.

Kris Lees joined RSN after Brutal Bowler won impressively on Sunday at the Sunshine Coast and is now nominated for the JJ Atkins.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trainer Kris Lees looks at his runners for Hawkesbury today.

Trainer Kris Lees chats his runners at Newcastle tomorrow.

Trainer Kris Lees looks at the chances of his team at Royal Randwick today on Racing HQ Saturday.

Trainer Kris Lees chats his big list of starters in Saturday's Provincial Championship final at Royal Randwick.

Kris Lees is optimistic re Kalapour running out a strong two miles when he tackles the Sydney Cup. Lees says “ There were several factors as why he didn't fire in the Melbourne cup last spring 

Brendan Delaney speaks to James Cummings after Cascadian made it back to back Group 1 Australian Cup wins at Flemington and Kris Lees joins Brendan after Kalapour claimed the win in the Group 1 Tancred Stakes at Rosehill. We wrap Sydney gallops with Shayne O'Cass, Glenn McFarlane wraps all the AFL action and previews today's games, along with a wrap of all the harness action from Melton with Rob Auber.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jockey Dylan Gibbons reflects on his group one win on Saturday aboard the Kris Lees-trained Kalapour plus discusses his rides at Warwick Farm today.

Trainer Kris Lees reviews the win of Kalapour on Saturday at Rosehill plus chats about his runners in the coming days at various venues including today at Warwick Farm.

Full episode of BSB Weekend for Sunday 31 March 2024 highlighted by boxing commentator Ben Damon joining Ray and Dean from Las Vegas. We also chat rugby league with Peter Peters. Gerard Daffy from the TAB joins the show plus racing regular Richard Callander along-with trainer Kris Lees and Michael Freedman. Phil Moss chats football including as the A-Leagues close in on the finals. We also have another edition of the Sports Super Quiz.

Trainer Kris Lees chats about the win of Kalapour

Kris Lees joined Andrew Bensley ahead of the meeting at Yarra Valley where he has the favourite going around in the main race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kris Lees joined Harf ahead of the meeting at Kempsey on Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest from the stables of Newcastle trainer Kris Lees.

Leading trainer talks about his chances on the track in Sydney and Brisbane this week

The BSB Team cover all the latest news in sport plus chat with Adam Pengilly, Gerard Daffy, Dr Rachael Gunn and Kris Lees

G1 Qld Oaks winner Amokura will return to Qld this Winter. Kris Lees says she will likely return in NSW before heading north.

Trainer Kris Lees on the chances of his Rosehill Gardens today on Racing HQ Saturday.

Kris on his runners today at Rosehill

Kris Lees joined RSN for a chat on Wednesday after training five winners on Saturday.

Leading trainer talks bout his preparation for "The Hunter" race event

The BSB Team cover all the latest news in sport plus chat with Clint Gutherson, Tom Wright, Kris Lees and Brad Davidson

Leading horse trainer talks about the great performance of "Amokura" in the Queensland Oaks plus all about the chances of his runners in Taree, Canterbury and Doomben this week

It was Group 1 number 128 for champion jockey Damien Oliver when he won the Queensland Oaks on Saturday aboard Kris Lees trained Amokura

Kris Lees joins Correct Weight after Ucalledit won the Listed Lough Neagh Stakes at Eagle Farm yesterday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leading trainer talks about his recent win in "The Big Dance" with "Rustic Steel"

The BSB Team cover all the latest news in sport plus chat with Former Aussie test cricket captain Tim Paine & "The Big Dance" winning trainer Kris Lees

Leading trainer talks about his preparation for the "Big Dance" with his horse "Hosier"

The BSB Team cover all the big news in sport plus chat with "Golden Eagle" trainer Joe Pride and "Big Dance" trainer Kris Lees

Kris Lees Geelong Cup Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kris Lees with a myriad of runners in Melbourne and Sydney

Kris Lees Star galloper Mugatoo is set to resume this weekend in the Spring Preview after over 12 months out of the sport due to a tendon injury

Kris Lees has Hosier in today's Coffs Harbour Cup plus four runners in Saturday's Group 2 Missile Stakes

Kris Lees joins us to chat about the return of former All-Star Mile winner Mugatoo who will step out at Randwick on Saturday in the Winter Challenge in his first race since suffering a tendon injury

Leading horse trainer talks about his chances on the track this weekend at Randwick

Kris Lees joins Matt Stewart after Gem Song won the last race at his home track of Newcastle on Monday.

Maddie Raymond has been training in her own right for just two years but has already given notice that she has arrived in the Victorian training ranks. A Gr 3 with Earlswood, a Gr 2 with Turaath and a sequence of country Cups with Wentwood have brought her under notice in recent months. Maddie joins us on the podcast to talk about her journey with horses, from Warrnambool pony club to racing's big stage. She talks firstly of her acquisition of Earlswood and the way she got him fit enough to win first up after such a long absence. She discusses the hot form of another import Turaath who's won four consecutive races for the Raymond stable. She highlights the mare's stunning win in the Gr 2 Let's Elope Stakes. Maddie talks of Wentwood, a two time winner for Dermot Weld before joining her stable. The gelding took a while to get going but has now won five races in Australia. The twenty eight year old takes us back to pony club days in Warrnambool and the aged thoroughbred mare who got her hooked on racehorses. Maddie acknowledges the tuition she gained from several high profile Victorian trainers, and a six month stint with an Irish training legend. She was working for Darren Weir when she met Prince Of Penzance, and instantly fell in love with the horse who would win a Melbourne Cup and inspire the making of a popular movie. Maddie actually appeared in “Ride Like A Girl.” Maddie talks of her ten months helping to establish Linsey Smith's Warrnambool stable. During this time she forged a special relationship with Black Heart Bart. The talented trainer looks back on a dream trip to Dubai on the invitation of Kris Lees. She looked after Brave Smash in the lead up to his unsuccessful tilt at the Alquoz Sprint. During her time in the UAE Maddie met a young man who was destined to become her partner. She acknowledges the talents of Paddy Bell, a former jockey who went on to work for leading stables in Australia. During his time with Peter Moody, Paddy got to ride Black Caviar in most of her trackwork and accompanied the champion mare to the UK. Maddie talks of her frequent trips to Lady Bay Beach where her horses are swum and allowed to stretch their legs under saddle on a beautiful strip of beach. She acknowledges the efforts of her father Eddie who excels in his role with the oars. The popular trainer outlines the facilities available at Roseneath Lodge- the property owned by her parents where she grew up and began her life with horses. Today Roseneath is home base for Raymond Racing. On the downside Maddie talks of a distressing social media attack when one of her horses appeared on the Inglis Digital Auction. She explains how it happened. The trainer pays tribute to a group of gifted jockeys who share her stable riding duties. She talks of the way in which she manages the stress of her role as a professional trainer. She's not one to explode on race days. Maddie is perhaps best known for her success with mature imported horses, but she also enjoys training two year olds. She talks of a couple of promising youngsters she has in the stable currently.