The Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association has awarded former State Representative Scott Lipps the Association’s prestigious Maynard and Stella Hagemeyer Significant Contribution Award.
Benjamin Hanover rides pocket to Dover win
Benjamin Hanover benefitted from a pocket trip and won the $25,000 Open Handicap Trot at Bally’s Dover on Tuesday night (Jan. 14).
Tennessee Tom named Ohio 3-year-old Trotting Colt of the Year
Repeat divisional award winner Tennessee Tom won six of 11 starts on his way to being named Ohio’s 3-year-old Trotting Colt of the Year.
Meadowlands announces monthly handicapping contest schedule
For 2025, the Meadowlands Racetrack is hosting monthly handicapping contests, with the winners entered into an invite-only $10,000 tournament in December.
Southern Oaks 2025 training roster
Here is the 2025 winter training roster for Southern Oaks, Sorrento, Fla. Stars in training at Sorrento this winter include millionaire Breeders Crown winner Coach Stefanos and Odds On Platinum (Ontario Super Final winner), while R Melina (Kentucky Filly Futurity winner) might still be coming south for the winter.
Brett Beckwith wins five at Batavia Downs on Monday
Saratoga Raceway-based horsemen have been making their presence felt at Batavia Downs since the 2025 winter meet began and Monday (Jan. 13) was no exception after driver Brett Beckwith and trainers Jaymes Mcassey and Gary Levine all posted noteworthy performances.
Long Tom’s book full and closed
Midland Acres is pleased to announce that Long Tom’s 2025 book is now full and closed, following seven successful seasons with full books.
Michael Merton, Laura Aldrich take titles at Monticello Raceway
The curtain fell on the 2024 racing season at Monticello Raceway with Laura Aldrich taking her second consecutive training title and Michael Merton taking home top driver honors for the third time at his hometown track.
Harness Horsemen International 2024 award winners announced
On Feb. 26 at the Embassy Suites Resort and Spa, Deerfield Beach, Fla., Harness Horsemen International will honor three well-deserving individuals for their contributions to harness racing in North America.