The Pennsylvania Horse Racing Association (PHRA) is sharing key event dates for horse racing fans across the Commonwealth.
Category: Announcements
Equine sales company seeks administrator
An equine sales company seeks qualified individuals for the role of equine sales company administrator.
James R. Otto, 93, dies
James R. Otto, 93, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, at the Jefferson Health Care Center, surrounded by the love of his family.
SHHA’s Thomas McTygue Scholarship deadline April 30
The Saratoga Harness Horseperson’s Association’s Thomas McTygue Scholarship is given to a graduating high school senior pursuing a two or four-year degree and who is a member of the SHHA, or whose parent, guardian or relative is a member in good standing of the SHHA.
Wesley Hershberger, 72, dies
Wes “Fuzzy” Hershberger, 72, passed away on Monday (March 16) at the Truman House in New Philadelphia, Ohio
Flibbertigibbet, 23, dies
Winbak Farm is saddened to report the loss of broodmare Flibbertigibbet, p, 3, 1:54.4f; 1:49 ($188,383).
Nominations due March 19 for first show in Roadster Series
The first show on the 2026 Roadster Off-Track Series schedule is rapidly approaching, and participants are reminded that horse nominations are due by Thursday (March 19) if they want to show at the Kentucky Spring Premier.
AGCO and OLG approve race dates for four Ontario tracks
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) have approved 2026 race dates for four Ontario racetracks: Woodbine Racetrack, Woodbine Mohawk Park, Fort Erie Race Track and Ajax Downs
Spring Break euthanized due to lameness issues
Winbak Farm is saddened to report the passing of Spring Break, p, 2, 1:57.4h; 3, 1:50.3z ($787,057). Spring Break was euthanized due to unresolvable lameness issues.
Hall of Fame spring family fun craft workshop & egg hunt Saturday, April 4
Bring the kids to the Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame, located at 240 Main Street, Goshen, NY on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 10 – 11 a.m. for a fun-filled family event.