The June issue of “Hoof Beats” had several connections to Indiana, including a profile on driver-trainer Brandon Bates. The profile, prepared by Matt Dorsey, showcased information about Bates off the racetrack. The profile included a lot of information about Bates’ family. His two sons have been heavily involved in sports during their high school careers […]
Jack Kieninger featured in latest Hoof Beats
Jack Kieninger, former president of the Indiana Standardbred Association and recipient of the Sagamore on the Wabash earlier this year, is featured in an article in the June issue of “Hoof Beats.” The story, featured on page 38 of the magazine, was written by Megan Arszman, marketing and communications manager for the Indiana Horse Racing […]
Elite Series nominations up in 2019
A total of 251 nominations were accumulated for the 2019 Elite Series. The number of nominations is up from 206 in 2018. Leading the list of nominations is 54 for the Two-Year-Old Filly Pace. A total of $8, 100 elite nominations will be added to $5,000 from Breed Development and another $2,000 for Breeders Awards. […]
ISA Trainer Registry now available online
The Indiana Standardbred Association has added a new feature for 2019. The ISA Trainer Registry is now available on the organization’s Website at indianaharness.com. The ISA Trainer Registry was created for the first time in 2019 as a tool for new owners. By compiling a list of trainers that stable and race in and around […]
Horses major part of history in Johnson County
Harness racing used to make an annual stop in Johnson County for the fair each year. In the 1920’s, the circuit moved up the road from Columbus to Franklin and then over to Shelbyville to form a circuit for Standardbred owners, trainers and drivers. Although racing is no longer held at the Johnson County Fairgrounds, […]
IHRC’s Smith announces retirement
Mike Smith, executive director of the Indiana Horse Racing Commission (IHRC) has officially announced his retirement. The head of the organization since 2016, Smith cited his decision to retire has been difficult. In a press release issued by IHRC Tuesday, May 7, Smith said, “Deciding to retire has not been an easy decision to make, […]
Indiana horses included in Blooded Horse Sale
A total of 393 horses will be offered in the Spring Blooded Horse Mixed Sale set for Tuesday, May 14. The event, slated for the Champions Center in Springfield, Ohio, just off I-70, includes numerous Indiana sired horses, ranging from yearlings to breeding stock. Some of the Indiana sired horses offered for sale include Virgin […]
Rideouts featured in Winchester News Gazette
Doug and Julie Rideout were the subjects of a feature in the Winchester News Gazette Thursday, April 25. The Rideouts, who have lived in Randolph County near Winchester since 2002, have their own farm complete with a training track that has produced numerous Indiana champions over the past 15 years. Doug is a native of […]
Fourteen races kick off racing season at Harrah’s Hoosier Park
(Some information from Hoosier Park press release) Harrah’s Hoosier Park will kick off the 26th season of Standardbred Racing Friday, March 29 with 14 races. A total of 128 horses have been entered for the season opener that includes eight races dedicated to the newly formed Claiming Challenge. Complementing the opening night program will be […]
Night Pro kicks off 18 qualifiers at Harrah’s Hoosier Park
Night Pro, the longtime Indiana bred older pacing standout, kicked of 18 qualifiers Saturday, March 23 at Harrah’s Hoosier Park. With opening night less that a week away, the track was filled with horses getting ready for the upcoming 160-day race meet. Driven by Dale Decker, Night Pro bided his time out of the gate […]
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