Ballina   05 Oct 2025
 
GOING: G(3)

ROOFING CRAFTSMEN COUNTRY BOOSTED MAIDEN HANDICAP 1300m

Track: Good 3   Clear (Max: 21)   Rail: True.  

Rainsitpours has the pace to lead in what is likely to be a moderate tempo. DEODEE (3) returned to form last start with an eye-catching second over 1206m at Grafton last start, coming from last at one stage. Draws the fence and meets a very plain bunch so this is her chance. RAINSITPOURS (7) should dictate terms and if left alone is the clear threat. Back in trip after failing over 1526m at Lismore last time out. Nicely drawn and gets in well after Farr's claim so give him another chance. MISS GRAYSEA (5) returned a good figure when a close third over 1215m at Coffs Harbour two back. Failed to fire at Grafton since that run but this looks the right race for a return to form. STRATTON (8) hasn't threatened in three runs this prep but a little step up in distance may see some improvement. TRAVELLER (9) did his best work late last start at the end of 1206m at Grafton so this slightly longer trip should suit. SUGGESTED PLAY: Deodee to win.
1 HIGHLAND HARMONY
CAROLYN HALLIDAY
4YO  CHESTNUT  MARE 59.0KG
Mrs C J Halliday
First starter by Highland Reel out of Write This Down purchased for AUD $ 800 (Inglis 2023 APRIL (Late) Online Sale). Two trials have been unremarkable. Looks tested in this line-up.
3
BELLA YOUNGBERRY
Red And White Diamonds, Black Sleeves, Black Cap
2 8966x FLAMING GENESIS
STEPHEN LEE
4YO  CHESTNUT  HORSE 58.0KG
H Tomioka & T Ogawa
Resuming after a five months break. Finished off last campaign sixth of 10 at Ipswich Mdn-Sw May 5 over 2210m, 4.5 len behind Mad Ana with 58kg at $8. On debut eighth of 12 at Ipswich Mdn March 21 over 1700m, soft track; 4 len behind Shabooh Shalaa carrying 59.5kg at $21. Finds a soft maiden to launch this prep and might surprise.
7
NOZI TOMIZAWA
Red And Lime Green Zig Zag Halves, Black Dragon Inside Gold Heart, Red Sleeves, Quartered Cap
3 6x802 DEODEE
MATTHEW DUNN
4YO  BROWN  MARE 57.0KG
G J Jones
At the latest run 2nd of 9 at Grafton Mdn on September 22 over 1206m, slow going 1.5 len behind Need For Spieth carrying 55kg at $3.70. The start before that second last of 11 at Lismore Ctry Mdn on September 11 over 1320m, 11 len behind Patrioticintention with 56kg at $10. Turned things around last start and can go on with the job.
1
MATTHEW MCGUREN
Maroon, White Eagle, White Cap
4 4788x DA SILVA GOLD
JENNIFER M SMITH
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Ms J M Smith & Ms V N Gordon
She is resuming after a eight months break. Finished off last campaign eighth of 12 at this track Ctry Mdn-Sw February 14 over 1590m, soft track; 11 len behind High Class Roller with 55kg at $41. On debut fourth of 7 at Murwillumbah Ctry Mdn-Sw December 27 over 1100m, 5.5 len behind Odette's Orchids with 55kg at $81. Will improve on whatever she does in this.
5
NORIYUKI MASUDA
Black, Grey Fleur De Lys, Yellow Sleeves And Cap
5 05437 MISS GRAYSEA
BRETT BELLAMY
4YO  GR/B  MARE 57.0KG
N M Foley & Mrs A Foley
At the latest run 7th of 11 at Taree Mdn on September 23 over 1312m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Satono Invader carrying 55.5kg at $26. Before that sat on the pace when 3rd of 8 at Coffs Harbour Ctry Mdn-Sw on September 14 over 1215m, on a slow track; 1.1 len behind Territories Spirit with 57kg at $2.80. Good enough on her day to play a role in this company.
10
J GRISEDALE
Hot Pink, White Jagged Lightning Bolt V, White Jagged Lightning Bolt Sleeves, Striped Cap
6 570x7 PRESSIPITATING
SAMANTHA MCGUREN
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Mrs A L Rimmer, J J Rimmer & T Rimmer
Second-up. First-up after nine months got back early 7th of 12 at Grafton Ctry Mdn-Sw on September 22 over 1006m, slow going 3 len behind Prestige Ice with 57kg at $101. Previously second-up 6th of 10 at Narromine Mdn-Sw on September 23 2024 over 1100m, 6 len behind Stratified with 55kg at $61. Can figure prominently with that run under her belt.
8
L P ROLLS
Black, Bright Pink Diamond Sash, White Sleeves
7 00320 RAINSITPOURS
VANESSA MCLENNAN
4YO  BAY  GELDING 57.0KG
Ms V McLennan
Last start failed to make an impression; second last of 11 at Lismore Ctry Mdn on September 26 over 1526m, 7 len behind Warrior Bae with 56kg at $26. Before that held ground to the line 2nd of 8 at Coffs Harbour Mdn-Sw on September 14 over 1615m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Highland Hustle with 57kg at $19. Worth another chance on home soil on a short turnaround.
4
EMILY FARR
Royal Blue, Cerise And White Checked Band, White Sleeves And Cap
8 8x579 STRATTON
ANDREW PARRAMORE
3YO  BAY  GELDING 57.0KG
A M Parramore
Last start settled back and ran on when 9th of 12 at Grafton Ctry Mdn-Sw on September 22 over 1006m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Prestige Ice carrying 56.5kg at $21. The run before that second last of 8 at Coffs Harbour Mdn on September 4 over 1212m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Keiko Say with 54.5kg at $21. Very fit and appeals on an each-way basis at odds.
6
D PEISLEY
Gold, White Diamond And Sleeves, Gold Armbands And Quartered Cap
9 79x84 TRAVELLER
LISA SHEPPARD
7YO  BAY  GELDING 57.0KG
Mrs L Sheppard
Third-up today. First-up raced on the pace before fading 8th of 13 at Grafton Mdn on September 9 over 1200m, 5.5 len behind National Interest with 55kg at $61. Second-up came home strongly from last on the turn; 4th of 9 at Grafton Mdn on September 22 over 1206m, slow going 3 len behind Need For Spieth with 55kg at $13. Fitter for two runs back from a spell and looks a genuine hope.
9
ANTHONY ALLEN
Royal Blue, Green Sash, Red Cap
10 58600 WASHIK
JULIE PRATTEN
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Ms J A Pratten & G E V Nolan
At the latest run ran last of 11 at Lismore Ctry Mdn on September 26 over 1526m, 9 len behind Warrior Bae carrying 58kg at $101. The start before that 10th of 13 at Grafton Mdn on September 9 over 1200m, 6 len behind National Interest carrying 55kg at $81. Drawn well but happy to oppose again.
2
R SPOKES
Burgundy, Gold Stars, Collar And Stars Sleeves