NDC Drivers's Blog
Drivers Skyward Bound
August 24, 2014:
As some of our drivers shoot for the stars in more ways than one, they've taken the time to share what's going on as they start their cross-country treks. Check out what they have to say in Road to the NDC: Day 4.
NDC Drivers's Blog
"It's getting real now!"
August 23, 2014:
Now that the drivers participating in the National Driving Championship have drafted their horses, the stage is set for Tuesday evening. Check out what's going on with the participants in Road to the NDC: Day 3.
NDC Drivers's Blog
Highlighters, anyone?
August 22, 2014:
Our drivers received the program pages yesterday evening in preparation for today's draft. Check out what's going on in the Road to the NDC: Day 2.
NDC Drivers's Blog
More Than One Drivers' Challenge
August 21, 2014:
While the action on the track next Tuesday will be intense, the competition is already heating up off the track. Check out what's going on with our eight drivers in the Road to the NDC: Part 1.
Submitted Letters's Blog
Rick Mowles, JJJ Stables
August 16, 2014:
To all our fellow Horsemen, Horsewomen, Friends and Business Associates;
On June 1, 2014, we experienced the worst type of tragedy anyone can experience in a lifetime. We lost seventeen horses by smoke and fire. There are not words to describe the pain and heartache we feel.
Anthony MacDonald's Blog
Issues that need addressing; who will do it?
July 22, 2014:
As a husband and a father raising a family in this industry, it's hard not to be concerned about our future.
Adam Mauntah's Blog
Announcing the End of an Era
July 17, 2014:
As a fan of race calling – and the professionals who demonstrate their mastery of this art at racetracks everywhere – I pay homage to a race calling legend: Tom Durkin.
Anthony MacDonald's Blog
Statement on Election
June 16, 2014:
Friday June 13th was one of the saddest days of my life. What I watched unfold was both puzzling and upsetting.
But Ontarians have voted, and the Liberal Party will be in charge of our province for the next four years.
So in that respect, congratulations to both Kathleen Wynne and in my case Liz Sandals, for winning the election.
Kathy Wade's Blog
Why You Should Bring A Friend...Or Two...Or More!
June 3, 2014:
As members of the industry, many of us have been around for a good part of our lives. We were all at that novice stage once, where we were just learning about the sport.
Jack Darling's Blog
The People Have Spoken
May 6, 2014:
I think the people in harness racing have made a statement. We are passionate about our sport, proud of it and we want to promote it to a wider audience to attract new fans.
Jack Darling's Blog
Getting Racing Televised
April 24, 2014:
We have an opportunity in harness racing right now.
Submitted Letters's Blog
Cohen: "Duncan MacTavish: An Appreciation"
April 10, 2014:
There have been better drivers and trainers in harness racing and surely there have been those who were more successful for longer stretches.
Dr. Alison Moore's Blog
Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy: Dealing with an Outbreak
March 10, 2014:
The neurological form of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) called Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) reared its ugly head in outbreaks involving both the Standardbred and Thoroughbred racing industries last May/June.
Submitted Letters's Blog
Robert Burgess, Letter to John Snobelen, March 3, 2014
March 5, 2014:
A False Sense of Hope for the Standardbred Industry
Dr. Alison Moore's Blog
Winter Racing – The Breath of Cold Air
February 25, 2014:
As I was flipping through channels watching the recently concluded Sochi Winter Olympics, I landed on the image of a Nordic skier coughing just after he finished his race.