Michael G. Walsh
Michael Gerard Walsh (September 8, 1906 – August 16, 1993) was an Irish Steeplechase trainer and founder of the Stoneybrook steeplechase in Southern Pines, North Carolina. Uncle of hall of fame jockey Thomas M. Walsh Personal life. He was born in Kildorrery, Co. Cork, Ireland on September 8, 1906 To Thomas and Regina Walsh, owners of the Walsh Corner House Pub in Kildorrery. Walsh immigrated from Ireland to the United States in 1925 after a falling out with his father, Thomas. He died on August 16, 1993 at his home in Southern Pines after a 50 year career  in the horse industry. Walsh is also related to famed Irish horse trainer Ted Walsh and his son, National Hunt Champion Ruby Walsh He is a member of the 1997 class of inductees to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. F. Ambrose Clark Award List of achievements. Inducted into national horse racing hall of fame 1997, saratoga springs ny 1977 inducted into north carolina sports hall of fame References. http://www.racingmuseum.org/hall/trainer.asp?ID=299