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EQUINE SPORTS

“Horseman extraordinaire”

Perhaps the best-known Māori figure in horse racing and equestrian formerly of Ōtaki, and now of Woodville. Eric has been the owner and owner-trainer of many of the country’s top gallopers and tutor of many top jockeys. Eric is also renowned both nationally and internationally in the equestrian field as a trainer, breeder and tutor of elite equestrian riders. Eric was awarded the ONZM for his services to the equine industry.

A lifetime dedicated to Equestrian and horse training
Māori Sports Hall of Fame