Off The Track Program Announces Ambassadors

Racing Victoria (RV) is pleased to announce two new Off The Track (OTT) Ambassadors, successful show competitor Fiona McIntyre and founder and director of Racing Hearts, Lisa Coffey, who have been engaged to support the numerous opportunities available for thoroughbreds after their racing careers.

Both active members of the Off The Track community, McIntyre and Coffey work tirelessly in their fields to promote the versatility of thoroughbreds and are advocates for equine welfare more broadly.

Current RV Acknowledged Retrainer of the Year and 2020 Lady of Racing Award winner, McIntyre balances a full-time job while also dedicating her days to retraining and rehoming former racehorses, as well as being a successful show competitor. Her team of off-the-track horses includes two-time Moonee Valley Gold Cup winner Precedence, dual Group One winner Sirmione, Geelong Cup winner Caravan Rolls On and Chris Waller-trained Life Less Ordinary.

Hailing from Ireland, former trackwork rider Lisa Coffey created Racing Hearts three years ago on the Mornington Peninsula to combine her two great passions in life, rehoming racehorses and helping people overcome adversity.

Supported by her 25-strong team of Off The Track horses, Lisa operates a wide range of equine assisted therapy sessions to support clients through stressful times in their lives.

Article courtesy of Racing Victoria