by John Pawlak, the U.S. Trotting Association
2011 Eye on Harness Racing – 06-23-11 from USTA on Vimeo.
Columbus, OH — News regarding the installation of video lottery terminals at Ohio’s commercial racetracks leads this week’s edition of “Eye on Harness Racing,” the U.S. Trotting Association’s weekly video magazine.
Jerry Knappenberger, general manager of the Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association, provides an update on what’s happening in the wake of Gov. John Kasich’s announcement last week.
In addition, a look back at a big night of racing at Mohawk Racetrack and updates on the USTA’s “Back to the Track” and “Strategic Wagering” projects are offered.
Eye on Harness Racing may be seen by clicking the above icon, or visiting youtube.com/ustrotting. At the latter website, the USTA’s YouTube channel, you can also see past editions of the program — and dozens of other harness racing videos.
The USTA also has a “Media” page at its website, at www.ustrotting.com/media/media.cfm, where all USTA-produced videos and audio podcasts may also be seen or heard.
- Ohio legislature approves VLTs at tracks (Wednesday, June 29, 2011)
Ohio lawmakers have approved Gov. John Kasich’s agreement that will allow video lottery terminals at racetracks and require the developers to pay additional fees to the state.