The thoroughbred industry continually complains that lack of stars who stick around for any period of time hurts the industry. Yet when a mare like Tuscan Evening, who was shooting for her 6th consecutive Graded Stakes win in 2010 in last Saturday´s Modesty Handicap at Arlington, comes along the industry blows the tremendous marketing opportunity.
Bloodhorse - Tuscan Evening Lasts All Day in Modesty
DRF - Tuscan Evening Wins Modesty
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Bloodhorse - Quality Road Works For Whitney
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All men having power ought to be distrusted to a certain degree.
James Madison
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Bloodhorse - Plenty To Like About Mike In Prince Of Wales
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CANADIAN THOROUGHBRED HORSE SOCIETY
(British Columbia Division)
2010 Yearling & Mixed Sale
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Thunderbird Show Park, Langley, BC
Catalogue are online
Print catalogues are expected July 30, 2010.
Pick one up at BC Day.
BC CTHS Mixed Sale has attracted 138 yearlings and 16 assorted mares, weanlings, etc.
42 Stallions represented:
Alfaari, Amaruk, Badge of Silver, Bertrando, Cahill Road, Finality, Flammabull, Forest Grove, Gilded Time, Holy Bull, In Excess (IRE), Joey Franco, Katahaula County, Kiridashi, Mass Market, Mazel Trick, Mutakddim, Orchid´s Devil, Petionville, Quiet Cash, Real Quest, Regal Intention, Rockport Harbor, Saint Stephen, Second in Command, Sharp Humor, Silent Name (JPN), Silver Fox, Stephanotis, Storm Victory, Sungold, Survivalist, Tempered Appeal, Terrell, Touch Gold, Tribal Rule, Vying Victor, Wandering, Western Trick, Wilko, Yoonevano
CANADIAN THOROUGHBRED HORSE SOCIETY
(British Columbia Division)
17687 - 56A Avenue,
Surrey, B.C. V3S 1G4
Fax # 604.574.5868
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Monmouth´s grand experiment may be a one-shot effort.
Bloodhorse - NJ Commission Recommends Selling Tracks
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Louis knows how to keep press happy.
LA Times - Dwyre - British Open
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Saratogian Hot Pink Sheet
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Arlington Turf gets a Workout
http://www.drf.com/news/article/114856.html
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Fort Erie Jockeys Upset
http://www.drf.com/news/article/114857.html
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Del Mar - Jockey Departures Mount
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Kent Desormeaux has begun counselling sessions to address issues involving his alcohol use.
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P Val back in California?
CHRB minutes should be on their website Friday afternoon.
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I have never known anyone worth a damn who wasn´t irascible.
Ezra Pound
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"We are pleased that we were able to attract more fans per day to Lone Star Park at a time than other tracks across the country that are seeing lower attendance numbers," Lone Star Park president and general manager Drew Shubeck said in a release. "Obviously, the decline in our wagering handle is disappointing. The biggest drop, in our off-track numbers, is consistent with other tracks in the state indicating the quality of Texas racing has declined to the point where it´s becoming irrelevant on the national level. Racing fans in other states are telling us they are not interested in wagering on our races. It´s a strong message that we need to improve the quality of racing at Lone Star Park.
Bloodhorse - Lone Star Attendance Rises - Wagering Down
Bloodhorse - Double Digit Declines At Hollywood Park
Hollywood considering 4 day a week meet.
George Cuff´s Report is back up on the Alberta Government site.
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Bloodhorse - Kentucky Approves Form Of Instant Racing
DRF - Kentucky Approves Instant Racing
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This week´s theme: Don´t worry, be happy … or nine reasons to feel good about horse racing, still the greatest game there is.
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Change is in the Air
Saratogian - Change In The Air
Horse Race Insider- Belmont North
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BC CUP PREVIEW BREAKFAST
SUNDAY, JULY 25
All of the top contenders for this year´s BC Cup extravaganza on Monday, August 2 will be working out at a special Clocker´s Corner BC Cup Preview Breakfast between 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. at Hastings Racecourse on Sunday, July 25.
A complimentary continental breakfast will be served in the Grandstand Patio and Box Seats. It will be the official launch of a weeklong thoroughbred racing celebration that culminates with seven stake races on the holiday Monday (BC Day) Aug. 2 with more than $400,000 in purse money on the line.
The $50,000 Redekop BC Cup Classic for 3-year-olds and up highlights one of the biggest race days of the year that also features the Debutante, Nursery, Dogwood, Stellar´s Jay, Distaff and Sprint.
A reminder to horsemen: Nominations for BC Cup Day close on Saturday, July 24.
Complimentary Breakfast
Hastings Park - Clockers Corner
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Horse Race Insider - Racing Was Lucky
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BC Horse Racing Industry Management Committee
Industry Information Meeting
On Tuesday, July 27, 2010
7:00PM to 9:30PM
Red Robinson Show Theatre
Boulevard Casino
2080 United Boulevard, Coquitlam
The purpose of this meeting is to update industry participants on the committee´s current work to address the industry´s financial challenges and to provide an update on the next steps for the committee. The meeting will also include an open question and answer forum.
Given the financial challenges faced by the industry, the committee recognizes the importance of ensuring that all participants have access to clear and accurate information. This meeting will build on the committee´s efforts to date to provide information to industry participants. Please see the following link for previous communications from the committee Horse Racing Revitalization.
In order ensure that we have sufficient seating for all participants, please RSVP to Eugene Johnson, Eugene.Johnson@gov.bc.ca, no later than Monday, July 19. If you have any accessibility issues, please contact Eugene Johnson as early as possible.
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Good Sport
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There are still a few openings available for the annual BC Cup Golf Tournament on Monday, July 26 at Newlands Golf & Country Club in Langley, B.C. A $100 entry fee includes the round of golf, power cart, dinner and prizes.
Organizers Dan Jukich and Christine Hong are still on the prowl for prizes and sponsorships. In return, contributors will have their names appear in an upcoming Hastings live racing program. Call Christine at 604-216-5264 for more information.
BC Cup Day
Monday, August 2, 2010
7 stake races
50,000 BC Debutante for BC Bred 2 yr fillies going 6 ˝ furlongs,
$50,000 BC Nursery for BC Bred 2 yr olds going 6 ˝
$50,000 Dogwood for 3 yr old BC bred fillies going 1 1/16th miles.
The Stellar Jay for BC bred 3 yr old for a $50,000 purse going 1 1/16th miles,
The $50,000 BC Cup Distaff for BC bred fillies and mares going 1 1/8th miles,
BC Cup Sprint for 3 yr old & up going 6 ˝ furlongs for BC breds with a purse of $50,000 a
BC Cup Classic with a purse of $50,000 going 1 1/8th miles.
Also offered that day is a 1 3/8-endurance race for BC breds that have started for a claming price of $8000.00 dollars or less in the 2009 or 2010 for the current owner(s).
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Del Mar But
http://www1.drf.com/news/article/114925.html
Hopeful at Del Mar
Del Mar opening draws a crowd
ESPN - Del Mar Opening Day Crowd
Horse Race Insider - The Looming Of Del Mar
North County Times - New Track Superintendent
Track being watched
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HBPA Saskatchewan
Annual Steak / Chicken Supper
Wednesday, July 28,
6:00 p.m., 2010
Marquis Downs Cook Shack.
Tickets $10.00
available at Gail´s Coffee Bar
or ask an HBPA Director.
Tickets must be purchased by Noon Saturday July 25, 2010
- Cash Bar – Door Prizes -
Bring your instruments!!
Whiskey´s priming.
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HBPA Saskatchewan
Annual General Meeting
All Thoroughbred
Owners & Trainers
Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010
Marquis Downs Grandstand
Lower Level, East End
Lunch at Noon: 12:00—12:30
(Courtesy H.B.P.A.)
Meeting 12:30
(Director´s Meeting 11:00)
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Canadian Derby Golf Tournament Auction
Monday August 16th – Coloniale Golf Club - Beaumont
Registration is at 11:30 a.m. Shotgun starts 1:00 p.m.
Registration is $135.00 per golfer – please pay upon registration.
Includes: 18 holes of golf, power cart, steak dinner, guaranteed prize for all participants, and an appearance by the Derby girls.
Individual dinner option - $40.00 each
There will also be several prize holes on the course and a silent auction in the clubhouse. All profits from the auction will benefit the Backstretch Chaplaincy Trust Fund.
Donated items to be auctioned to raise funds for the Backstretch Chaplaincy Trust Fund are required. The fund provides benevolence to backstretch workers and events to improve the quality of life all of the horsemen working at the track.
Your contribution to the auction would be greatly appreciated and funds raised used for a very worthy cause.
Prize holes may include:
· Gender specific holes
· Prizes for winner
· Draws for cash – e.g. - Toonie hole – 50/50
· Win $10,000.00!! Hole in one!!
· Win a car!!! Hole in one!!
Registration:
Theresa Sealy – Northlands Park – tsealy@thehorses.com
Cell - 403-540-8707
Jeanette Haggan at the Learning Centre - Northlands Park 780-474-1742
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Don´t blame Arnold
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July 23
Del Mar
CTBA Stake (R), $100,000g, 2yo f, California-bred, 5.5f.
Marquis Downs
Old Dutch Handicap $7,500g, 3&up, Fillies & Mares 7f.
Saratoga
Schuylerville Stake (gr. III), $100,000a, 2yo f, 6f.
James Marvin Stake $75,000a, 3&up, 7f.
July 24
Calder Race Course
Nancy´s Glitter Handicap $50,000g, 3&up, Fillies & Mares 8.5f.
Band Is Passing Stake $50,000g, 3&up, 7.5f (turf).
Del Mar
Eddie Read Stake GIT $300,000g, 3&up, 9f (turf).
Osunitas Stake (R), $75,000a, 3&up, Fillies & Mares non-winners of a stakes of $50,000 at 8f or over in 2010, 8.5f (turf).
Ellis Park
Ellis Park Turf Breeders´ Cup Stake $50,000g, $25,000 Breeders´ Cup Fund, 3&up, Fillies & Mares 8.5f (turf).
Evangeline Downs
Matron Stake $50,000g, 3&up, Fillies & Mares 8f (turf).
Marquis Downs
Marquis Downs Handicap $7,500g, 3&up, 7f.
Monmouth Park
Lady´s Secret Stake $400,000g, 3&up, Fillies & Mares 9f.
Desert Vixen Stake $100,000g, 3yo f, 8.5f (turf).
Northlands Park
Don Fleming Handicap $50,000g, 3&up, 8.5f.
Saratoga
Betfair/TVG Coaching Club American Oaks GI $250,000g, 3yo f, 9f.
Woodbine
Nijinsky Stake GIIC, $300,000g, 3&up, 9f (turf).
Toronto Cup Stake $150,000g, 3yo, 9f (turf).
July 25
Calder Race Course
American Dreamer Stake $50,000g, 3yo, 8f.
Del Mar
San Clemente Handicap GIIT, $150,000g, 3yo f, 8f (turf).
California Dreamin´ Handicap (R), $100,000g, 3&up, California-bred, 8.5f (turf).
Emerald Downs
Seattle Slew Handicap $50,000g, 3yo, Colts & geldings 8.5f.
Fort Erie
Prince of Wales Stake (R), $500,000g, 3yo, Canadian-bred, 9.5f.
Daryl Wells Sr. Memorial Stake (R), $50,000g, 3&up, Colts & geldings Canadian-bred, 5f (turf).
Ernie Samuel Memorial Stake (R), $50,000g, 3&up, Fillies & Mares Canadian-bred, 5f (turf).
Monmouth Park
Tyro Stake $100,000g, 2yo, 5.5f.
Saratoga
Sanford Stake GII $150,000g, 2yo, 6f.
Woodbine
Ontario Matron Stake $150,000g, 3&up, Fillies & Mares 8.5f.
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Lessons from the juice box
Globe And Mail - Stealing Home
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MJ on Lebron
ESPN´s ombudsman on "The Delusion"
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Dogs never bite me. Just humans.
Marilyn Monroe
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Too bad that HRA hasn´t seen fit to appoint an independent ombudsman.
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Horse Race Insider - Haskell v. Travers
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Phil´s drink and a movie
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Sporting Life - Racing Levy Dropping
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Globe And Mail - Team Owners Crying Wolf
Warrios Sale Tough Sell In CBA Fight
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Bloodhorse - Making Money Difficult At FT July Sale
Bloodhorse - Looking Back At FT Sale
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Bloodhorse - Haskin - Stable Ponies Reprised
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Bloodhorse - Krypton A Super Colt
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Chicago Tribune - Curse Of The Hairless Lip
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Staring Down Lenders, Selig Complicates Rangers´ Sale
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No one´s Listening
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Nothing written for pay is worth printing. Only what has been written against the market.
Ezra Pound
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Phil M Stockmen
