by Moira Fanning, publicity director, the Hambletonian Society

Cranbury, NJ — Stallion nominations for Breeders Crown No. 25 (excluding first-year stallions) which covers foals of 2009, are due today, January 15, for inclusion in the sport’s most prestigious program.

The total estimated value for Breeders Crown No. 25 is $7 million in purses.

First-year stallions have 60 days from the date of their first cover to nominate to the program.

For more information or a stallion nomination form, call the Hambletonian Society at (609) 371-2211 or visit http://www.hambletonian.org.