The third leg of the North American Amateur Drivers’ Association spring trotting series was contested at Monticello Raceway on a pleasant Thursday afternoon (March 28). When the judges declared the race official, Alan Schwartz and his sturdy charge Ladys Big Stormont ($6.10), emerged victorious.
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Harrah’s Hoosier Park meet prepares to launch
Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino will kick off their 26th season of live harness racing on Friday (March 29) with a total of 14 races, highlighted by full fields and quality racing. A total of 128 horses have been entered for the season opener that includes eight races dedicated to the newly-formed Harrah’s Hoosier Park Claiming Challenge. First post is 6:30 p.m.
Third rounds of Matchmaker, Levy to go this weekend
The third of five preliminary rounds of Yonkers Raceway’s Blue Chip Matchmaker and George Morton Levy Memorial Pacing Series will go this weekend, with four ($40,000 each) and five ($50,000 each) divisions, respectively.
Can-Am Pick-4 charges into week two
The second edition of the Can-Am Pick-4 at Woodbine Mohawk Park and The Meadowlands is set for this Friday (March 29) and coming in hot after a strong debut.
Spring Into Summer giveaway at Western Fair
Following a challenging winter season of unpredictable weather, The Raceway at Western Fair District is entering the homestretch of its 2018-19 meet and looking forward to a busy and exciting final two months of racing.
Minnesota Racing Commission seeks Deputy Director
The Minnesota Racing Commission announced today that Joe Scurto, Deputy Director since 2014, will be leaving the commission in June to return to the private sector.
Ronald Barker, 79, dies
Ronald D. Barker, 79, died peacefully surrounded by his family on March 25, 2019.
Champaign County to host Memorial Matinee
The Champaign County (Ohio) Horsemen’s Association will host their first ever Memorial Matinee on May 26. The event will take place at the Champaign County Fairgrounds in Urbana, Ohio.
Celebrate the life of Tom White April 6 at Red Mile
A celebration of the life of Hall of Fame Communicator Tom White will be held in the clubhouse at The Red Mile in Lexington, Ky., from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday (April 6). Friends are invited to share their personal memories and stories of Mr. White, who died on Feb. 4 at the age of 85.
Vernon stall space still available for 2019 meet
Vernon Downs has stall space availability for the upcoming 2019 racing season.