Jarrod Austin
Trainer
Jarrod has extensive experience in all aspects of the Thoroughbred industry including horse breaking, breeding, pre training and training. He believes that a key ingredient to racing success is to treat each horse as an individual and his training techniques are tailored accordingly.A strong focus is being hands on with each of his horsesJarrod’s lifelong experience in the racing and thoroughbred industry was rewarded with immediate success. Established in 2011, Austin Racing achieved a city metropolitan double – which included a Listed win – in its first season, along with numerous city winners.With this approach Jarrod’s strike rate since obtaining his own trainer’s licence atWarwick Farm in June 2011 is outstanding with 7 city winners in his first season, and a city double! His success has continued to escalate, continuously building year-on-year.Austin Racing has continued to ‘punch above its weight’, with several stakes results since from a small number of runners, most recently Looks Like Elvis, who ran 3rd in the Group 3 Shannon Stakes and ran a great 5th in the Group 1 Epsom.The stable currently includes several Saturday class runners working through the grades and is looking forward to welcoming several well-bred two-year-old’s beginning their preparations.
Sara Mitchell
Racing Manager
Sara has been a lover of horses and has been involved in many aspects of the racing industry for most of her working life. Starting as an apprentice jockey at Newmarket in the UK, Sara progressed to being the training manager for two prominent Group 1 winning stables in Japan. In her role with Austin Racing Sara works in several key areas assisting Jarrod with training, planning, preparation, and track work. Currently qualified as a Veterinarian Nurse Sara brings her love of horses and exceptional experience to the team. Sara also operates as the stables official photographer.
Amanda Darvill
Finance and Accounts
Amanda is Austin Racing's contact for all Finance and Account enquires
Team
Jarrod’s team consists of stable hands and track riders who share his philosophy and passion for the racehorse. This team is supplemented by a select group of vets, farriers and associated equine professionals that Jarrod has built a strong personal and professional bond with over his career.Together with our fabulous team of committed staff, we invite you to join us. We extend the same personal service to you, the owner, as we do your horses.
