New York is one of the largest racing hubs in the United States, and the recent results of the American Horse Council (AHC) Economic Impact Study, along with those of the associated New York State ‘breakout’ study, document the strength and importance of the racing sector in New York’s Equine profile. Together, the Thoroughbred and Standardbred racing sectors in New York bring an economic impact of $3 billion (inclusive of tourism impact) and employment impact of 19,785.
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Hot dog! Calabrese relishes Amateur Driver of the Year honor
Long before he began competing in harness racing and winning races as a trainer and driver, John Calabrese set a track record at The Meadowlands…for selling hot dogs. Calabrese, who grew up 10 minutes from the Big M, spent three summers while home from college working a hot dog cart on the track’s apron. One night in 1980, with the great pacer Niatross as the star attraction, Calabrese sold 1,042. This past December, Calabrese was named the Amateur Driver of the Year by the U.S. Harness Writers Association.
Pandy’s Meadowlands selections for March 1
Handicapper Bob Pandolfo offers his selections for the full card at The Meadowlands on Friday night (March 1).
Ain’t She Special in Cal Expo spotlight
Ain’t She Special, going in razor sharp form at the moment, eyes her third straight snapshot in Friday night’s (March 1) featured $7,000 Filly and Mare Open Pace at Cal Expo.
Harrah’s Hoosier Park offers racing internship for 2024 season
Harrah’s Hoosier Park is currently accepting applications for an internship opportunity with the Race Marketing Department for the upcoming 2024 live harness racing season. The internship will be with the Race Marketing Department and is ideal for students pursuing careers in marketing, hospitality, communications, business, or any equine related fields.
Northville Downs sues Plymouth Township
According to Patch.com, recently closed Northville Downs has filed a lawsuit against Plymouth Township in Michigan.
Buffalo Raceway ready for Saturday’s opener
Buffalo Raceway is ready to open the 2024 live harness racing season on Saturday night (March 2) with a 13-race program set to get underway at 6 p.m.
Tae is a game winner at Bally’s Dover
Dover, DE – Tae survived the elements and a late closing Jody to win the Mares Conditioned Pace at Bally’s Dover on Wednesday (Feb. 28) night. Last week, Jody defeated Tae narrowly at the wire. Tonight the tables were turned as Tae held on to defeat Jody at the wire.
$10,000 Check Six breeder’s challenge
After Check Six’s recent move to Minnesota, it was announced that owner Dr. Ken Rucker will be offering $10,000 cash to the breeder of the highest money-earning Check Six 2-year-old in his first Minnesota crop (2024 breeding year).
Bright ‘Rose’ returns fresh for Matchmaker preparation
Season after season, Lit De Rose continues to bloom. The now 9-year-old female pacer enjoyed a career-best season in 2023, posting 11 wins and earning $354,985. It was her fourth consecutive campaign with six figures in purses and bettered her previous money high of $211,805 set one year earlier. Lit De Rose made her 2024 debut last week at Yonkers as she prepares for next month’s start of the Blue Chip Matchmaker Series at The Hilltop.