John Tapp Racing

Great to catch up with respected Scone trainer Rod Northam who’s hoping a slot holder might come along for his Kosciuszko hopeful Spiranac. Rod has high praise for the Scone training precinct. He takes us back to childhood days on a Singleton dairy farm where he taught himself to ride. Rod talks of the genetic influence provided by his father and grandfather. The experienced horseman looks back on work experience at Carrington Stud and the celebrity mare he looked after. Rod talks of his love of Rugby League and a short stint with a well known country team. He reflects on a rewarding year at the famous Marcus Oldham College in Victoria. Rod couldn’t believe his luck when he landed a job as a trackwork rider at the Lindsay Park operation in South Australia. The dream turned sour when a nasty fall put him in hospital. Colin Hayes took a shine to the young New South Welshman and before Rod knew it, he was preparing yearlings for the Adelaide and Sydney sales. Rod reflects on his association with Colin Ha