JP McManus has a host of potential chances including Kopeck De Mee - A French import with a big reputation - McLaurey, who won at the Dublin Racing Festival, and No Ordinary Joe.
The ante-post favourite for this year's race is Wodhooh for Gordon Elliott, who is 6-6 over hurdles and beat William Hill Hurdle winner Joyeuse and a host of other next-time-out winners.
The race, limited to conditional jockeys, has been won by the likes of Felix De Giles, JJ Slevin, Jonjo O'Neill Jr, Sean O'Keeffe and Danny Gilligan, just to name a few.
Roche is yet to have many rides for the big stables, but he has lots of experience to call upon which will be a big plus for any trainer.
EVERY trainer is looking to make a Power play in this year's Martin Pipe Handicap Hurdle.
