Kelly Skillecorn, General Manager at Gilgai Farm, is a key figure in the success of one of Victoria’s top nurseries owned by Rick Jamieson, who is passionate about horse breeding and pedigree. The farm recently had a major win with the Gilgai Farm bred and sold colt Nepotism, who won the last leg of the Sydney 2YO Triple Crown, becoming the first G1 winner for his sire Brutal and the latest G1 winner for the Helsinge family, which has produced champions like Black Caviar and All Too Hard.
The Helsinge family’s success is closely tied to Gilgai Farm, with Kelly Skillecorn playing a significant role in their achievements. Skillecorn and Jamieson have a division of labor where Jamieson focuses on breeding while Skillecorn handles the day-to-day operations at the farm. The farm had a successful year at Inglis Premier and Inglis Easter, achieving a 100% clearance rate and selling highlight colts for impressive prices.
Skillecorn covers a wide range of topics in the podcast interview, discussing the farm’s success, breeding strategies, and the importance of pedigree in horse racing. The farm’s recent achievements, including the sale of high-value colts and the success of Nepotism, highlight the expertise and dedication of the team at Gilgai Farm.
