The nominees for the RCÉ/GRI National Greyhound Racing Awards in Ireland have been unveiled, honouring the standout performers in greyhound racing during 2023. The nominees were determined through a voting process by the selection committee.
The winners across various categories will be disclosed at the Awards ceremony & Gala Dinner scheduled for Friday, April 12th, hosted at Limerick Greyhound Stadium.
Here are the nominees for the 2023 National Greyhound Racing Awards:
DOG OF THE YEAR
- Clonbrien Treaty
- Swords Rex
- The Other Kobe
BITCH OF THE YEAR
- Bockos Crystal
- Crafty Shivoo
- Droopys Mandolin
SPRINTER OF THE YEAR
- Ballinakill Alf
- Carrick Aldo
- Gizmo Cash
STAYER OF THE YEAR
- Garfiney Blaze
- Highjay Muzzy
- Kinturk Road
BROOD BITCH OF THE YEAR
- Beaming Smasher
- Droopys Curio
- Mountaylor Queen
STUD DOG OF THE YEAR
- Ballymac Best
- Droopys Sydney
- Laughil Blake
FUTURE STAR
- Faypoint Harvey
- Scooby Countess
- Whyaye Bonnylad
An additional prestigious award, that of Supreme Greyhound of the Year, will be unveiled during the Awards ceremony.
Recipients of the Human Awards, including Hall of Fame, Special Merit, and Welfare Award, will be announced on Tuesday, March 5th, 2024.