Wanda Polisseni, President of the Purple Haze Standardbred Adoption Program, has donated eight tickets and parking for the Little Brown Jug and the Jugette available for bidding. Proceeds will benefit the adoption program.
Category: Announcements
Jug & Jugette Supplemental Entry reminder
Just a reminder that any 3-year-old pacer not currently eligible for the 81st Little Brown Jug (Grade 1) may, with a payment of $45,000, supplement to the 2026 Little Brown Jug.
Bettor’s Wish, Tattoo Artist to stand at Winterwood Farm in 2027
Winterwood Farm in Bellville, OH is pleased to announce that Bettors Wish and Tattoo Artist will stand there for the 2027 season.
Ohio Selected Jug Yearling Sale set for Friday
It’s no secret that Ohio-bred horses are just as sought after as their East Coast counterparts, however, that fact was amplified on Hambo Day at the Meadowlands as Ohio-bred and -sold Big Ranger was a whisker away from winning the prestigious $1 million Grade 1 Hambletonian.
SBOANJ announces mare rebate for 2026 foals
The SBOANJ’s resident mare rebate for 2026 is $1,000, designated for mares who reside in New Jersey 150 days, inclusive of foaling.
Go Dog Go set to return to training after surgery
Acting on the advice of their medical team, the connections of Go Dog Go, two-time Breeders Crown placed and 2025 Stanley Dancer division winner, made the decision to geld the 4-year-old trotter.
Maine’s Stevenson family in need of assistance
The following GoFundMe has been shared with the USTA regarding the Stevenson family in Maine.
National Standardbred Horse Show entries reminder
The Standardbred Pleasure Horse Organization of New Jersey (SPHO-NJ) announces that entries for the 32nd annual National Standardbred Horse Show, presented by Purple Haze Standardbred Adoption Program, close Saturday (Sept. 12).
Hall of Fame broodmare Arl’s Troublemaker, 34, dies
Winbak Farm is saddened to announce the passing of Hall of Fame broodmare Arl’s Troublemaker.
James H. Wilson, 92, dies
James H. Wilson, 92, of Fort Wayne, Ind., passed away Sept. 5, 2026, in his home.