De Name Escapes Me has only had one run for connections since joining the team. He was very keen on that occasion and connections feel he would be better over 2 miles and wants a cut in the ground.
De Name Escapes Me – ran in one point to point for handler Tom Keating.
Fair Return looks a decent prospect for this year, he is fine big horse who had his first run under rules in a novice chase where he finished fourth to No More Heroes.
Fair Return – won his point to point maiden at Quakerstown for handler Ronald O’Leary
Mullaghanoe River has picked out as the dark horse in the yard. He missed last season due to injury but returned well and connections are happy with his progress. He has plenty of ability and his first race be the Troytown and then maybe the Paddy Power.
Mullaghanoe River – won his point to point maiden at Laurencetown for handler William Codd
Gunnery Sergeant got off to a flying start under rules when winning his bumper at Punchestown earlier this month. Connections are open minded regards trip and he will go jumping next.
Gunnery Sergeant – won his point to point maiden at Oldtown for handler Gordon Elliott.
Ice Cold Soul is nicely bred type, he is a brother to Western Leader and Outlander. He disappointed slightly on his season return but connections felt he needed it.
Ice Cold Soul – won his point to point maiden at Belclare by eight lengths for handler Gordon Elliott.
Monksland is a talented individual who has performed well at the top level over hurdles. He has been a frustrating sort to train and his trainer has said this year they will do 50/50 swimming and work. It’s a strong possibility that he will go chasing this season.
Monksland – looked a winner before running out at the last on his points debut at Ballysteen for handler Andrew Slattery
Road To Riches the superstar in the yard has won eight races for connections which includes two Grade 1 victories. He has been a model of consistency for the yard. He will start off in the JNwine.com chase at Down Royal Saturday connections are hoping he is ready. He will more than likely head for the King George. The staff at Tu Va stables are really happy with his progress since returning this season.
Road To Riches – won his point to point maiden at Sligo for handler Martin Cullinane.
Wounded Warrior was described by his trainer as ‘a big lovely horse, a big leggy bugger with great stamina.’ He stays really well and could be an English National horse.
Wounded Warrior – won his point to point maiden at Maralin for handler Gordon Elliott
