The Greyhound Board of Great Britain annually hosts an award ceremony, which awards trainers and dogs in reflection of their success throughout the year.
The Greyhound Writers Association have announced the nominees for 2009, which can be seen below. The list consists of the top performers in their field over the past 12 months.
The winners of each category will be announced on the 31st January at the London Hilton Metropole. Guests at the event will also witness the crowning of the 2009 Greyhound of the Year.
2009 GBGB Awards Nominations
Hurdler
Bomber Bailey, Hotdog Jack, Platinumlancelot
2008 winner: Kildare Lark
Stayer
Crown Rover, Droopys Zach, Lorrys Options
2008 winner: Lenson Joker
Marathon
Bubbly Eagle, Flying Winner, Midway Skipper
2008 winner: Flying Winner
Newcomer
Bandicoot Tipoki, Eye Onthe Storm, Shaws Dilemma
2008 winner: Boherna Best
Standard
Eye Onthe Storm, Fear Zafonic, Kinda Ready
2008 winner: Boherna Best
Sprinter
Centaur Allstar, Jimmy Lollie, Officer Donagh
2008 winner: Boherbradda Mac
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Freedom Emma, Midway Skipper, Shaws Dilemma
2008 winner: Flying Winner
British Bred greyhound
Jimmy Lollie, Jogadusc Ace, Midway Skipper
2008 winner: Westmead Osprey
Other awards to be presented on the night are: Kennelhand of the Year, Trainer of the Year, Owner of the Year, RGT Services to Greyhound Racing Award, GWA Harry Lloyd Services to Greyhound Racing Award, Sky Sports Viewers Award.
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