In total, there are nine candidates running for six seats in four districts on the U.S. Trotting Board of Directors. However, in one of the districts, the candidate is unopposed. Ballots are being mailed in early November, with completed ballots required to be postmarked no later than Dec. 8, 2026.
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USTA Board of Directors elections – District 1 – three seats
In District 1 (Ohio), four candidates are competing for three membership director seats. Incumbents Roy Burns, Steve McCoy and Dr. John Mossbarger are seeking re-election, with challenger Kris Brechler also on the ballot.
US Trotting elections – District 6 – one seat
In District 6, incumbent Dein Spriggs and challenger Sam Herrington are running for the at-large seat, which encompasses Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and West Virginia.
US Trotting elections – District 7 – one seat
In District 7, incumbent and USTA President Russell Williams is seeking re-election against challenger Ron Burke for one membership director seat. District 7 members will vote for one candidate.