by Jay Wolf, publicity director, the Little Brown Jug
Delaware, OH — The Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association and the Delaware County Fair have agreed to a sponsorship deal with the Little Brown Jug. This year’s 71st edition of the pacing classic will be titled the Little Brown Jug presented by the Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association.
The OHHA was founded in 1953 and has a mission to preserve, protect and promote and serve the entire Standardbred industry in Ohio and beyond.
“Harness racing’s roots came from the county fairs, Ohio has 65 county and independent fairs that conduct racing and the OHHA is committed to preserving those roots. The Delaware County Fair embodies the epitome of fair racing by hosting preeminent Ohio stakes and Grand Circuit events including the Triple Crown jewel, Little Brown Jug,” noted Renée Mancino, Executive Director of the OHHA.
“The OHHA’s Board of Directors understand the importance of growing the sport,” added Kevin Greenfield, OHHA Board President. ”We have supported the Harness Horse Youth Foundation Camps, the USTA’s Drivers School and we see the Jug as a great opportunity to showcase the sport.”
Tom Wright, President of the Little Brown Jug Society, noted, “We are very excited that the OHHA has joined the Little Brown Jug as a presenting sponsor. We look forward to a long-term partnership as Ohio Standardbred industry returns to national prominence.”
“We are grateful to the Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association for their support of our race meet here at the Delaware County Fair,” added Phil Terry, Director of Marketing for the Little Brown Jug. “We are truly excited to host the greatest week of racing in the state of Ohio.”
The 71st edition of the Little Brown Jug will be held on Thursday (Sept. 22) and headlines the Delaware County Fair Grand Circuit week (Sept. 18–22). For race or ticket information, please visit www.littlebrownjug.com.