Lifford Greyhound Stadium announces new racing model under Rásaíocht Con Éireann
New structure to see improved prize money and 'sustainable' RCÉ Tote system at stadium
Lifford Greyhound Stadium will return to staging race meetings as a privately operated track under the remit of Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ).
The first race meeting under this management structure will be on Saturday, August 30.
Lifford Greyhound Stadium will also integrate into the RCÉ Tote system at the organisation’s standard rates, as the stadium returns to its original racing model as a privately operated track.
It was claimed that the new arrangement was a “significant milestone for both RCÉ and Lifford Stadium, as it ensured that “Lifford’s participants will benefit from improved prizemoney under the RCÉ racing and prizemoney structure, while also providing a sustainable Tote model operated by the RCÉ.”
Ciaran Magee of Canaradzo Ltd, operators of Lifford Greyhound Stadium, said: “We are delighted to be returning to the RCÉ racing model from this weekend.
“This partnership secures a sustainable future for Lifford and ensures that our owners, trainers, and supporters will benefit from enhanced prizemoney.
“It is a major boost for greyhound racing in the north-west and we look forward to building on this positive step together with RCÉ.”
Tim Lucey, the CEO of RCÉ, commented: “The integration of Lifford into the RCÉ racing model is another important step in delivering on our five-year strategic plan, in particular, pillar two, which focuses on organisational and industry sustainability.
“By bringing Lifford into the RCÉ prizemoney and Tote structures, we are not only strengthening the future of the stadium but also supporting participants and the wider greyhound community in the northwest.
“This partnership demonstrates how collaboration can deliver long-term benefits for the sport and its stakeholders.”