Tyler Buter, who has been the leading driver at Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania during the afternoon and evening pari-mutuel racing, decided to extend his dominance to the mornings as well, as he won five qualifying races at the northeast Pennsylvania oval on Wednesday (May 7), guiding three of trainer Hunter Oakes’ four victorious charges and also doubling for trainer John Butenschoen.
Author: from the PHHA/Pocono
SOA of NY Empire Terrace dinner promotion for owners in Matchmaker and Borgata finals and consolations
The SOA of NY will pay for a buffet dinner only (no alcohol) for up to four people per horse who is racing in the finals or consolations, where an owner is present and is a SOA of NY member.
Battlin Bob preparing for 3-year-old debut
The Spring Previews at the Illinois State Fairgrounds for ICF 3-year-olds and upward pacers and trotters are only a week away. It’s our first chance for the 2025 harness racing season to watch ICF horses compete. Among the many prairie-state horses in training for their first start of the season on Tuesday (May 13) at Springfield is the well-regarded youngster Battlin Bob, the current pride of the Walker family.
MSOA raises over $21,000 to support family of Hunter Myers
The Meadows Standardbred Owners Association is proud to announce that through the overwhelming generosity of the harness racing community, over $21,000 was raised to benefit Chloe and Hayden, who tragically lost their fiancé and father, Hunter Myers, in March.
Fayette County (OH) Harness Horsemen’s Association annual matinee on May 18
The Fayette County Harness Horsemen’s Association will hold their annual matinee on Sunday (May 18) at the Fayette County Fairgrounds in Washington Courthouse.
Secret Agent Man impressive in Philadelphia qualifier
At a time of year when many stakes 3-year-olds are making their way back to the racetrack, it was the more seasoned performers who made the best showings during Tuesday (May 5) qualifiers at Harrah’s Philadelphia.
Ohio fair officials continuing education session on May 24
A continuing education session for fair officials will be held on Saturday (May 24) at the Champaign County Fairgrounds in Urbana, Ohio.
Lyin’ Eyes rolls in Oak Grove distaff; handle record broken
Joey Putnam took the initiative with 7-2 third choice Lyin’ Eyes and rated a powerful mile to hold on for the 1:53.3 victory in the $33,000 Fillies & Mares Open Pace on what became a record-breaking day at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel on Monday (May 5).
Monticello Raceway raises purses for the third time
For the third time since March, Monticello Raceway Race Secretary Eric Warner has raised the purses at the Mighty M.
Qualifiers at Illinois State Fairgrounds on May 9
Weather permitting, qualifiers will be held at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield on Friday (May 9).