Women making big strides in the sport

A new generation of female trainers and leaders is emerging

Greyhound News Editorial

Women around the world celebrated International Women's Day on Sunday, March 8, and according to Hayley Searl right now is an empowering time to be a woman involved in NSW greyhound racing.

The 21-year-old who recently was awarded the Young Achiever of the Year at the Greyhound Racing NSW Annual Awards, has been a part of the industry since her formative years. She's on the industry's front line working with the Shoalhaven Club in Nowra and is a member of the Young Participant Panel who see the sport from a younger perspective and provide ideas and feedback for the future to the governing body.

 

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