In his November Hoof Beats column, USTA chairperson Joe Faraldo delves into the effects of entries in races — whether coupled or uncoupled — on wagering, perception of integrity, and competitive opportunities for smaller stables.
Hoof Beats: ‘I’m Loving Life’
It’s only fitting that Jake Kiefer Jr. retired from his full-time job on Easter Sunday, since that is the day his harness racing career was resurrected.
Winbak Farm Nov. 11 Blooded Horse Sale videos posted
Limited time remains to buy a yearling from Winbak Farm this year. Winbak Farm will have 10 yearlings at the Blooded Horse Sale consigned with Spring Haven Farm, which will be held Wednesday (Nov. 11) at the Champions Center Expo in Springfield, Ohio.
Switzer Jr. wins six at First Tracks Cumberland
Driver Kevin Switzer Jr. picked right up where he left off when racing resumed at Maine’s Cumberland Raceway on Sunday (Nov. 8), piloting six winners on the opening 12-race card.
Bob Haignere, 83, passes
Robert Eugene Haignere, 83, of Centerburg, Ohio, passed away Nov. 2, 2026.
Stallion books open for Cornerstone Stock Farm-managed stallions
Cornerstone Stock Farm has announced that the 2027 books for Loubet, Stockade Seelster, Gulf Shores and Kings County are now open.
Last call for entries – North American Standardbred Mixed Sale
Mount Hope, OH – The North American Standardbred Mixed Sale is making its final call for entries for the upcoming Dec. 18–19 sale in Mount Hope, OH. An exciting lineup of broodmares,…
Women Layer wins 11th Potomac Pace
After being eclipsed off cover by Dandy Ideal in the Breeders Crown Open Pace, Women Layer turned the tables on his rival in Sunday’s (Nov. 8) $125,000 Grade 3 Potomac Pace at Rosecroft Raceway, emerging from the pocket in the final 150 yards to post a 1:48 victory.
Favored Sandyboots Yankee a Liberty Bell winner
The Always B Miki filly Sandyboots Yankee captured the last Liberty Bell stake of the 2026 racing season at Harrah’s Philadelphia on Sunday afternoon (Nov. 8), winning the $47,250 single division contest for 3-year-old pacing misses in 1:52.4.
Rock ‘shines’ in Dayton Open Pace
Rock Shines Again used a perfect pocket trip to capture the $30,000 Open Pace on Saturday night (Nov. 7) at Hollywood Gaming Dayton Raceway, stopping the timer in 1:49.3.