Episode 170: Scott Darby (Part 1)

In Part 1 Scott Darby talks of the yearling sale selection criteria, which has led him to many winners. He talks of his early fascination with racing and his desire to become a jockey. Scott reflects on the intimidating experience of an interview with Tommy Smith. He looks back on a job with trainer Clarrie Conners in the early 90’s. He talks of his earliest attempts in the field of syndication. Scott remembers with affection his flying start as a syndicator. A Gimcrack Stakes win with a $15,000 filly. He talks of two young horses he purchased and later sold on. They ran 2nd and 4th in a Golden Slipper. He was very angry with himself. Scott pays tribute to his first syndicated Gr 1 winner, the $10,000 Inglis Classic graduate Yankee Rose. She gave twenty owners an exciting ride.