Page 38 - August 2005 The Game

38 The Game, August 2005 Your Thoroughbred Racing Community Newspaper
Did You Know....
That Jockey Garry Cruise has been granted a ORC jockey’s license and began his comeback at Woodbine on July 24.
As reported in the Daily Racing Form, Cruise, who had changed his name from Colin Campbell, was suspended indefinitely by the Ontario Racing Commission Stewards in August 1998 for falsifying his riding record on his apprentice jockey’s application. A day earlier he had been apprehended by Fort Erie OPP and Citizenship and Immigration Officials and was deported back to his native Scotland on a matter in California. Agent Fred Scott will once again represent the jockey at Woodbine.
Did You Know.....
That Trainer Elliott Walden has decided to end his training career to take the position as WinStar Farm’s vice president in charge of racing and bloodstock services.
Walden had been the semi-private trainer for WinStar for the past three years of his 21 years of training. He enjoyed his most successful year as a trainer in 1999 with runners such as Menifee, Victory Gallop, Ecton Park, Plenty of Light, Brahms and Awesome Humor helped to pad his earnings to over $7.2 million.
Did You Know....
That ticket applications for this year’s Breeders’ Cup World Thoroughbred Championships were available and being accepted in July in preparation for the October 29 event which is hosted by Belmont Park in 2005. Ticket applications are available via email at bcwtc@nyra.com; or at the NYRA website or by regular mail (2005 Breeders’ Cup Tickets, P.O. Box 90, Jamaica, N.Y., 11417.
WENDOVER - CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12
One of her responsibilities was to walk Perfect Soul, with Paul O’Sullivan aboard, out to the racetrack every day and it was during that time that Melanie and Paul started a relationship which has since blossomed into a matrimonial bond, with the couple expected to be married in October.
In the winter of 2003 Melanie worked for trainer Claude “Shug” McGaughey at Payson Park and also galloped at Keeneland in Kentucky.
Both Paul and Melanie currently gallop horses for trainer Mike Keogh at Woodbine as well as run the farm.
Eric MacDonald, is an Engineer and the CEO of his successful company MacViro, a multi-discipline engineering firm based in Markham. But more importantly, he is Melanie’s father and has always held the dream of one day owning a thoroughbred horse farm.
Born in Scotland, Eric has been a fan of racing all of his life and has fre- quented Ascot, the Kentucky Derby, the Travers and numerous Breeders Cup races throughout the years. He is currently a proud partner in two racehorses who compete at both Woodbine and Fort Erie.
“For Paul and my Dad, this was a dream that was meant to be.” said Melanie, “Dad knew Paul had the experience needed. It is a dream come true.”
PREMIUM LIVESTOCK BEDDING
Bulk Deliveries Dumped or Pushed off Scheduled deliveries customized to your needs. Call for a quote 519-757-6303
Classifieds
LAY-UPS / BOARDING FREE TRANSPORTATION
Large Box Stalls with Soft Stall Mats.
Turn Out. Individual Feed Programs. Free Transportation
to & from Woodbine provided for boarders. Toll Free : 1-866-551-5535
$49/month with a
12 month commitment
Professional Directory
Dave King Fencing
Specializing in Horse Paddocks Oak • Pole • Farm Fence Quality Workmanship
Ken Button
905-775-6499 Bradford, Ontario
To Advertise in the Professional Directory call Stacie Roberts at The Game
toll free 1-866-886-5827
or email info@thehorsegame.com
$49/month with a
12 month commitment
WILLSON LEWISLLP
Barristers & Solicitors
•EQUINE LAW • TAX ISSUES
• WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
• CIVIL LITIGATION •CONSTRUCTION •FAMILYLAW
Telephone: (416) 534-9504 Fax: (416) 534-9503 www.willsonlewis.com
MEREDITH LUMBER CO. Inglewood, Ontario
Oak Lumber, Fencing & Barns Cedar Posts & Rails
519-927-3486 416-339-6861 Numeric Pager
Looking to get Hitched?
We have the Best Selection and a Knowledgeable Staff for all of your Trailer Needs
RR#3 Rockwood, ON, N0B 2K0 1-800-283-6966 519-856-2451 • 519-856-2391
“Full Service Facility” www.wellingtontrailers.com
Arrive “Ready toRace” i in n a a Thoroughbred Special “Walk on/Walk off”
905-939-2279 www.hepburnsales.com Hwy.9 (just east of 27) Schomberg, ON
H awk Trailers epburn Sales
MANAGEMENT POSITION A V AILABLE
Woodbine Entertainment is an industry leader in the sports, gaming and entertainment business. We provide the best in Thoroughbred and Standardbred horse racing and offer an array of quality dining venues as well as an enjoyable and rewarding experience on our Slot floor.
Woodbine Entertainment Group invites you to join our dynamic team in the position of:
Manager, Thoroughbred Racing Surfaces
As the successful candidate, your primary responsibility will be to ensure your team keeps the thoroughbred racing and training tracks at their best.
You are a hands on leader who has demonstrated the ability to manage a diversified team of employees toward
a common goal. You are results driven and have proven your ability to effectively communicate and influence positive cooperation and contribution from others. You will be as comfortable interacting on the track as you are in more formal settings. You thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Basic knowledge of track surfaces specifically with soils and turf is a definite asset.
Interested candidates can apply to:
Human Resources Services P.O. Box 156, 555 Rexdale Blvd. Toronto, ON M9W 5L2 Jobs@Woodbineentertainment.com Fax:(416) 213-2129
Thank you for your interest in this position, however only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.
$0Down
$225/120 per mth