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U.S. Team Wins World Jockey Challenge
The U.S. team won their second consecu- tive title in the fourth annual World Jockey Challenge at Indiana Grand Racing and Casino on June 24, winning six of 10 races to lead the way with 72 points. Jockeys adding wins to Team USA’s tally included DeShawn Parker, Cheyanna Patrick, Tommy Pompell, James Flores and Rodney Prescott. Team Mexico came in second with 69 points.
California Approves Third-Party Lasix
The State of California joins 20 other states after approving rules establishing that indepen- dent veterinary professionals must administer race-day medication. The policy was devel- oped by the Racing Medication and Testing Consortium (RMTC) and is a key component of the National Uniform Medication Policy promulgated by the Association of Racing Commissioners International (ARCI). The
new rules require that the horsemen’s organiza- tions representing the various breeds, includ- ing the Pacific Coast Quarter Horse Racing Association, include in their purse agreements with racing association’s third-party Lasix administrations contracts for CHRB approval. The changes are expected to go into effect at all tracks by December.
Idaho Faces Uncertain Future
The future of Idaho horse racing is uncertain ever since the state legislature in 2015 voted to repeal instant horse racing, which was a primary source of revenue for the industry. Les Bois
Park then closed in 2016, taking away a large portion of the Idaho Racing Commission funds. According to the Associated Press, the Idaho Racing Commission expects to run out of money by 2018. Quarter Horses raced at Pocatello Downs (May) and Jerome County Fair (June), and will race at Rupert Downs (July), Oneida County Fair (Aug.), Cassia County (Aug.), Eastern Idaho Fair (Sept.) and Sandy Downs (Sept.). However, “This could be the last year,” said Scott Giltner, who runs the track in Jerome.
Free Marketing & Advertising Seminar At Indiana Grand
The Indiana Horse Racing Commission (IHRC) is hosting a free marketing and advertising seminar for all Quarter Horse owners and breeders to help them understand the basics of advertising on Aug. 12 in the suites at Indiana Grand Racing and Casino in Shelbyville. Topics to be covered include photography, videography, advertising, and social media. RSVP by Aug. 7 by emailing INQuarterHorse@in.hrc.gov.
Horseracing Integrity Act
The Horseracing Integrity Act of
2017 was introduced to the House of Representatives on May 25 requiring “a uniform anti-doping and medication control program to be developed and enforced by
an independent Horseracing Anti-Doping and Medication Control Authority.” While the AQHA strongly supports uniformity in the horse racing industry, it does not sup- port this newly introduced legislation. “Of particular concern regarding this proposal is the elimination of all race-day medications, including Lasix, the use of which has been endorsed by several equine groups and the American Association of Equine Practitioners to help mitigate the occurrence of exercise inducted pulmonary hemorrhage in race- horses,” said AQHA Executive Vice President Craig Huffines. “American Quarter Horse representation on the Authority and fund- ing sources for the program are also among other areas of concern that we have regarding the legislation as currently proposed.” The use of Lasix in AQHA shows is currently under review by the AQHA Animal Welfare Commission by request of the Executive Committee.
It appears that trainer Chris Zamora (2nd from right), a former jockey, gets better results with live racehorses.
Family Day A Success At Ruidoso Downs
The annual Family Day celebration
at Ruidoso Downs was held on June 17. Activities included a stick horse race and a bouncy horse race, as well as a tour of the jockeys’ room, saddling paddock, and Racehorse Hall of Fame.
World Series Team Roping Event At Ruidoso Downs
A World Series of Team Roping event that was held through July 4 at a Ruidoso Sales Company arena attracted thousands of ropers, their families, and spectators. This was the first year the event was held. Hall of Fame jockeys Casey Lambert and G.R. Carter Jr. were among those who attended. “We are dedicated to bringing more people to the Ruidoso area,” said Ruidoso Downs’ president and general manager Shaun Hubbard in a press release.
Ruidoso Announces Increased Purses & New Schedule
Ruidoso Downs on July 4 announced increased purses and a new racing schedule adjustment. Races will be held on a Friday through Sunday schedule through closing day on Sept. 4. This change, in which there will be eight fewer race days, should provide larger and more competitive fields.
James Glenn Sr. Passes Away
Longtime horse trainer James Glenn Sr. passed away at the
age of 78 on May 31
after a long battle
with several illnesses,
including congestive
heart failure. From
1990-2001, he won
91 races from 597
starters. Some of his
top Quarter Horses include Thinkin Strawfly and Caughter In The Straw while training at Los Alamitos, Portland Meadows, Del Mar, Santa Anita, and Hollywood Park. Glenn is survived by his wife, Roxie, and their five children, as well as many other family members and friends.
Jim Shoemake Passes Away
AQHA Past President Jim Shoemake passed away June 28 after a battle with leukemia. Shoemake was a national director with the AQHA, joined the AQHA Executive Committee in 1998, and the presidency in 2002-2003. After serving as AQHA President, Shoemake served
as a chairman of the American Horse Council Board and was later elected as Trustee Emeritus and continued to serve the AQHA as a member of the finance and investment oversight com- mittees. He was inducted into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame in 2008. He is survived by his wife, Rita, three daughters, and many other friends and family members.
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