Woodbine Entertainment announced today changes to its senior leadership team as part of a strategic re-alignment that positions the organization to best fulfill its mission in leading the growth and sustainability of the horse racing industry in Ontario.
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Queen Of The Pride named Ohio’s 3-year-old Pacing Filly of the Year
The well-traveled Queen Of The Pride has been named Ohio’s 2019 3-year-old Pacing Filly of the Year.
In The Arsenal back at Leatherstocking in New York
In The Arsenal p,2,1:49.4; 3,1:49.1, the 8-year-old, million dollar winning fast son of American Ideal, will stand his second season at Leatherstocking Equine in New York. His stud fee remains at $2,500.
Calling all cooks for fifth annual Meadowlands Chili Cook-Off
The battle is on Saturday (Jan. 25) in Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment’s fifth annual Chili Cook-Off. This year the Meadowlands has added a new category, Chili Verde, in addition to Home-style Chili.
Courtney Polan named Caretaker of the Year
Courtney Polan, who works in the Norm Parker Stable based at The Meadows, has been named the recipient of the 2019 Caretaker of the Year Award sponsored by Fair Island Farm in conjunction with the U.S. Harness Writers Association.
Hollywood Gaming Dayton Raceway purse account reminder
Attention drivers, trainers and owners who have not submitted a purse request and not received purse monies from the 2019 racing season at Hollywood Gaming Dayton Raceway.
RUS NY elects officers to Management Committee
Officers and directors were voted on at the December RUS NY meeting. Cathy Gearwar, who has been a part of the organization for two years, will take on the lead role of president giving Michelle Miller some time off from the duties.
Yonkers’ 2020 season begins with Marohn Jr., longshots and a carryover
Yonkers Raceway began its 2020 season Monday night (Jan. 6), with Jim Marohn Jr. throwing down an early gauntlet.
Doherty wins GSY Series leg at Monticello
For the second consecutive week in upstate New York, it was winter weather with rain, snow, and sun, which led to a sloppy surface at Monticello Raceway for the GSY Series. Eight pacers went to post in the seventh race on the card and drama ensued from the time the gate opened.
USTA District 5 announces upcoming awards banquet
The USTA District #5 Awards Banquet will be held on Jan. 18 at Poe’s Catering on the Hill in Springfield. If you have questions regarding the banquet or would like to purchase tickets, please contact Tina Schrock at 217-416-0006 by Jan. 10. The following awards will be given out at the banquet.