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AIRO & IRTA - Owners & Trainers Golf Classic 2026 – A Day of Sport, Camaraderie and Support for Treo Eile

18/5/2026

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​AIRO & IRTA were delighted to once again host the annual Owners & Trainers Golf Classic at the majestic Mount Juliet Estate Golf Club, bringing together owners, trainers and industry participants for a fantastic day both on and off the course.
 
This much-anticipated event continues to grow in popularity each year and, importantly, serves a vital purpose, raising funds for Treo Eile. As two organisations deeply committed to horse welfare, Treo Eile remains a natural and fitting beneficiary, providing an invaluable platform for the retraining and rehoming of former racehorses.
 
Strong Support from Across the Industry
A total of 17 teams took part on the day, including one enthusiastic group who travelled all the way from California to compete 
 
The participating teams included:
  • John & Helen Hartnett 
  • Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) 
  • ISSA 
  • ITBA 
  • Oghill House Stud 
  • Ardmore Equine Nutrition 
  • Connolly’s RED MILLS 
  • IHRB 
  • Goffs 
  • John Henry (Poolcourt Ltd) 
  • Finbarr Sheehan (Mountmassey Syndicate) 
  • John Donnelly 
  • Punchestown Racecourse
  • Coolmore Stud 
  • Willie Mullins 
  • IRTA - Mouse Morris 
  • IRTA - Eddie & Patrick Harty 
 
AIRO & IRTA would like to sincerely thank all teams for their support, participation and the great spirit shown throughout the day.
 
Grateful Thanks to Our Sponsors
The success of the Golf Classic is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors.
 
Tee-box sponsors included:
Poolcourt Engineering Ltd, Davy Stockbrokers, Doherty Ryan & Associates, Tattersalls Ireland, The Irish Field, Irish Equine Centre, Eleanora Kennedy, Martin Gowing, Caren Walsh, SCD Accountants Ltd, Maurice Power Solicitors, Irish EBF, Fornaughts Stud, SES Equine Veterinary Services, Gordon Elliott Racing and AIR.
Our 10th hole sponsors, who kept golfers refreshed along the way, were:
Brendan & Angela Scully (BS Medical Supplies Ltd), HH Aga Khan Studs, Ballylinch Stud, Anglesey Lodge Stud and Thrive SVG.
 
We are extremely grateful to all sponsors for their continued support and generosity.
 
Prizes and Competitions
A fantastic selection of prizes was on offer:
  • 1st Prize: Two-ball and dinner at Mount Juliet Estate Golf Club for each member of the team 
  • 2nd Prize: Bespoke charcoal portrait by renowned equine artist Jason O'Ceannobhain 
  • 3rd Prize: Four Dubarry bags 
 
Sincere thanks to Mount Juliet Estate Golf Club, Jason O’Ceannobhain and Dubarry for their generous sponsorship.
 
Additional competitions included:
  • Longest Drive (Ladies): Helen Hartnett 
  • Longest Drive (Men): Jack Galway (Punchestown Team) 
  • Nearest the Pin: Terence Sheehan (Mountmassey Syndicate Team) 
 
Prizes for these competitions were kindly donated by Elm Park Golf Club.
 
Goody bags were provided courtesy of Character Print Solution Ltd, with contributions from Treo Eile, AIRO and Naas Racecourse.
 
A number of pull-out prizes were also awarded on the day, with thanks to Home Store & More and Peter O’Reilly for organising.
 
Results on the Day
Congratulations to all our winners:
1st Place – Oghill House Stud
David Hyland, Tom Molomby, Martin Booth & Donal Booth
Score: 107 points
2nd Place – IHRB
Brendan Groarke, Andrew Ring, Pat Kelly & Brendan Madden
Score: 104 points
3rd Place – Goffs
Tadgh Dooley, Shane Power, Cathal Gorman & Charles Shanahan
Score: 102 points
 
A Day to Remember
While a few passing showers made an appearance, they did little to dampen spirits, with all participants enjoying a superb day of golf, camaraderie and shared purpose.
Events such as this highlight the strength of the racing community and the willingness across the industry to come together in support of an important cause.
 
AIRO & IRTA would like to thank everyone who contributed to making the day such a success, the players, sponsors and organisers alike.  We look forward to building on this year’s success and welcoming everyone back again.  Roll on 2027.
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Winning Team: Oghill House Stud - David Hyland, Martin Booth, Donal Booth & Tom Molumby

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2nd Team - IHRB - Brendan Groarke, Brendan Madden, Andrew Ring & Pat Kelly

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3rd Team - Goffs Team - Charles Shanahan, Shane Power, Cathal Gorman & Tadhg Dooley

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Longest Drive Winner - Jack Galway (Punchestown Team)

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Nearest the Pin Winner - Terence Sheehan (Mountmassey Syndicate Team)

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