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NZ Herald
28-05-2025
- NZ Herald
Jimmy Schick ATV crash: Father and son recovering after fatal Waikato accident
Rodney Schick with his sons Jimmy (next to his father) and Oli (far left). Photo / Windsor Park Stud The father and son seriously injured in an ATV crash that tragically killed 10-year-old Jimmy Schick have shared an update on their recovery. Jimmy Schick died after the accident on a Waikato property on Mother's Day, May 11, in which his father Rodney was badly injured and was recovering
7NEWS
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Tributes flow for horse racing's Schick family after shattering death of Jimmy Schick, aged 10
Heartfelt tributes continue to flow for famous horse racing family, the Schicks, who have been crushed by a shattering accident that took the life of their 10-year-old boy, Jimmy. The Schick family — considered to be racing royalty within the industry — run Windsor Park Stud in New Zealand, and last Sunday father and managing director, Rodney, was involved in a tragic ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) crash with his two sons and a third child. Rodney was critically injured when the ATV rolled on the family's Cambridge estate, and his other son Oli, 12, was also injured but is recovering. Another family friend was also involved and hospitalised, but is OK. The group were reportedly on a hunting trip when they lost control of the vehicle. They were airlifted to hospital where Rodney was placed in intensive care, but, sadly, Jimmy could not be saved. The family has asked for privacy but have also been 'overwhelmed and extremely grateful for the outpouring of love and support' they have been shown during the extremely difficult time. They are also extremely grateful to the emergency services teams who attended the scene and — true to the family's selfless nature — they are asking people to donate to those crews in an amazing act of generosity. 'In lieu of any flowers or food, the family has asked that anyone who wishes to make a contribution, should kindly donate to t his Give a Little page,' Windsor Park said in a statement. 'Rodney, Oli and Jack who were rescued at the scene would like to personally distribute all the funds to the amazing emergency services teams including Cambridge Fire Brigade, Hato Hone St John Ambulance and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter who were truly amazing in our time of need. 'A huge thanks also to our local Police who were fantastic. Our love, thanks and gratitude go out to them all 🙏❤❤' At the time of writing they had raised $175,000 for those emergency teams. Meanwhile, tributes continue to flow for Jimmy and one, in particular, was heartbreaking. On Thursday Windsor Park shared that moving poem to their friends and followers on social media. The tribute was titled: In Memory of Jimmy, the Little Cowboy We Love, and the Heroes Who Answered the Call A cowboy's heart in a young boy's frame, Jimmy loved each horse by name. He'd ride too fast, then flash a grin — A tumble of joy, pure mischief within. With his brother's laugh and his father near, And a faithful friend he held so dear, The sun shone down, the breeze blew free, The best day ever, 'twas meant to be. But fate can turn with cruel surprise, Beneath familiar, clear blue skies. The wheels gave way with no warning sound, In that valley, where hills surround. It tipped, then turned, then lost its place, And tumbled down through time and space. The air grew still, the light withdrew, Then rescue came with purpose true. From far and wide, they heard the call, And flew where few would dare at all. They gave their all, they stayed the fight, And held him through the falling night. To every hero who came that day, We thank you more than words can say. With stars as stirrups, the clouds his trail, He rides at sunset, o'er hill and vale. No track too steep, no gates to close, Where the wild wind sings, the young heart goes. \ And to his kin, whose love runs deep, May peace find you in hours of sleep. For Jimmy rides where pain is gone— A cowboy's soul, still riding on. 'The Schick family is incredibly grateful for the generous donations and supportive comments on Jimmy's Emergency Service Give A Little page,' Windsor Park said. 'These messages have provided inspiration and encouragement during an extremely difficult time.'
Otago Daily Times
15-05-2025
- Otago Daily Times
Police condemn 'hurtful' rumours over child deaths in Cambridge
Jimmy Schick was killed in an ATV crash near Cambridge last weekend. Photo: Supplied/Windsor Park Stud Police in Waikato have asked people to stop sharing untrue theories and rumours following the deaths of two children in Cambridge last weekend. A 14-year-old girl died after a house fire on Brennan Place, Cambridge on Saturday night. On Sunday, 10-year-old Jimmy Schick died in an all-terrain vehicle crash on French Pass Rd outside Cambridge. Three others were seriously injured in the accident. Police said they were investigating both incidents on behalf of the Coroner, who would make findings based on the facts. They asked that people refrain from publicly sharing "theories" and "rumours" that were not based on fact. "We have been made aware of some of these theories that are far removed from the facts. It is both unhelpful and hurtful to the grieving families." Sergeant Greg Foster said the deaths were tragedies. "Over the two incidents, emergency services from our local Cambridge volunteer fire brigade, ambulance, Westpac Rescue Helicopter and local Cambridge Police attended. I am extremely proud of the urgency, professionalism and care shown by everyone in the most difficult of situations. Their actions have undoubtedly saved lives." Foster said the families had expressed their gratitude for the efforts of all that were involved. The Schick family have started a Givealittle page to raise money for emergency services that responded to the crash. "Rod, Oli & Jack who were rescued at the scene would love to personally distribute all funds to the amazing emergency services, Cambridge Fire Brigade, Hato Hone St John Ambulance and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Trust who were truly amazing in our time of need. A huge thanks also to our local Police who were fantastic," the family said. The family said they have been overwhelmed and extremely grateful for "the outpouring of love and support shown at this extremely difficult time".
Daily Mirror
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Tragedy as boy, 10, dies and father in intensive care after off-road crash
Two other children were also injured in the accident involving the family which runs the stud where Aidan O'Brien stars Auguste Rodin, Paddington and Circus Maximus are on the stallion roster Tragedy has struck one of New Zealand's best known racing families following a vehicle crash in which a 10-year-old boy lost his life and his father was critically injured. The Schick family own one of the top studs in the southern hemisphere, Windsor Park Stud in Waikato, where the enviable stallion roster includes the ex-Aidan O'Brien stars Auguste Rodin, Paddington and Circus Maximus. But the community has been left shattered by the death of Jimmy Schick, 10, in an horrific off-road accident on Sunday, in which dad Rodney Schick, other son Oli, 12, and another child were injured. On Tuesday, Windsor Park Stud posted a statement on its Facebook page which read: 'In incredibly sad circumstances, the family kindly asks for privacy as they come to terms with the devastating loss of their dearly loved Jimmy. 'Rodney is receiving the best possible care from the dedicated team in the Intensive Care Unit at Waikato Hospital and further updates will be shared as information becomes available. "He is in a stable condition with a long recovery expected. Oli is recovering well with support from the amazing team in the children's ward." It is believed the group were on a hunting trip in a six-seater All-Terrain Vehicle in a remote area of the Schick's land when it rolled over. Police later confirmed that Jimmy Schick had died in the accident while Rodney Schick had to be winched out of the wreckage before he and the two other children were flown by helicopter to hospital in Waikato. Their condition was described as stable. A statement posted on the Windsor Park Stud X account added: 'The Schick family and Windsor Park team express their sincere and heartfelt appreciation for the outpouring of love, support and concern during this most difficult of times. 'We appreciate everything that has been provided and sent to the family - we are well supported and catered for at this stage. 'Thank you for your understanding and support."
RNZ News
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- RNZ News
Family mourn death of 10-year-old Jimmy Schick in ATV crash on Sunday
Jimmy Schick was killed in an ATV crash at Karapiro on Sunday. Photo: Supplied/Windsor Park Stud The Schick family says it is trying to come to terms with the devastating loss of 10-year-old son, grandson, and brother, Jimmy Schick in an all-terrain vehicle crash in Karapiro on Sunday. Jimmy's brother Oli and his father Rodney remain in hospital. Another child is also still in hospital after the crash on a private property on French Pass Road outside of Cambridge. "Rodney is receiving the best possible care from the dedicated team in the Intensive Care Unit at Waikato Hospital and further updates will be shared as information becomes available," the statement from Windsor Park Stud said. "He is in a stable condition with a long recovery expected. Oli is recovering well with support from the amazing team in the children's ward," it said. Oli (l), Jimmy (c) and their father Rodney Schick. Photo: Supplied/Windsor Park Stud The family expressed appreciation for the outpouring of love, support and concern they had received. "In incredibly sad circumstances, the family kindly asks for privacy as they come to terms with the devastating loss of their dearly loved Jimmy." Windsor Park Stud has bred and raised thoroughbred racehorses for more than 40 years on a farm a few minutes' drive from the township of Cambridge on Kaipaki Road and on three other farms in the area. It is owned by Nelson and Sue Schick but their son Rodney managed the day-to-day operations on the farm. Waipa mayor Susan O-Regan told the Waikato Times that the Schicks were a well-known family locally. "This will ripple very, very heavily through the community on a lot of levels," she said. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero, a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
