The February 15 deadline is drawing near for many stakes payments. Below are a list of notices that have recently been submitted to the USTA Newsroom.
Author: from the USTA Communications Department
Early starts to warm hearts of Big M faithful
The extreme cold temperatures that have plagued the New York metropolitan area for the last month have wreaked havoc with live action at The Meadowlands, forcing the cancellation of five of the last six race cards.
Pandy’s Meadowlands picks for Friday, Feb. 13
Handicapper Bob Pandolfo offers his selections for the full card at the Meadowlands on Friday (Feb. 13).
Bill Dailey Foundation racing colors applications open
The Bill Dailey Foundation is proud to announce that applications for its 2026 Sponsored Racing Colors Program are now open. Created in memory of James “Bill” Dailey following his unexpected passing in 2018, the Foundation honors a legacy defined by excellence, hard work, and generosity in harness racing.
Stakes-filled summer awaits 2-year-olds at Woodbine Mohawk Park
With the Feb. 15 stakes deadline looming, owners and trainers of 2-year-olds will want to give a close look to the various stakes opportunities this season at Woodbine Mohawk Park.
MGM Yonkers’ Pick-5 sequence remains difficult to hit
Once again the Pick-5 proved an elusive target on Wednesday night (Feb. 11) at MGM Yonkers Raceway, leading to a $6,218.97 carryover and $20,000 guaranteed pool in the wager on Thursday night’s (Feb. 12) program.
Post time change at Meadowlands through April
This Friday (Feb. 13) and Saturday (Feb. 14), the Meadowlands Racetrack will kick off live racing with an early 6 p.m. post time.
Woodbine Mohawk Park entry box remains open for Monday
Woodbine Mohawk Park’s Race Office would like to inform trainers that the entry box for Monday’s (Feb. 16) live racing card will remain open until tomorrow morning (Thursday, Feb. 12) at 10:30 a.m.
Guaranteed wagers, giveaways highlight Hoosier Park Opening Night
Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino’s 33rd season of live harness racing will kick off at 5:30 p.m on Thursday (Feb. 12) with a 14-race card. Celebrating Fan Appreciation Night at Hoosier Park, fans that make it to the track will enjoy an array of giveaways, promotions, handicapping contests, and a multitude of guaranteed pools.
NAADA donates $2,500 to Purple Haze, disabled American veterans
The North American Amateur Drivers Association made a pair of donations the week of Feb. 9 to support racehorse aftercare and America’s veterans.