by Courtney Stafford, for the SBOANJ

Manalapan, NJ — Attention all sons and daughters of New Jersey horsemen: the deadline for the Standardbred Breeders & Owners Association of New Jersey, along with the Backstretch Community Assistance Program, college scholarship is fast approaching.

Applications must be postmarked by June 26.

The scholarships will be awarded up to $10,000 and are available for qualified students who are the son or daughter of a full-time participant in New Jersey harness racing or are themselves a full-time participant in New Jersey harness racing.

Applications and requirements are available at www.sboanj.com or contact Linda Goss at the Meadowlands.