Grooms

Randy Waples on the importance of grooms

In The Words Of Randy Waples

November 09, 2023

"They are the unsung heroes of this industry. They are critical to the success of any horse in any stable; putting the horse first, providing care and duties daily, and attention to the equine athlete...

Grooms In Demand In Alberta

“I've been around racing around the world and everybody needs qualified grooms. Competent, qualified, experienced grooms are hard to come by and that's what we need in Alberta, especially now that we ...

COSA Groom Health Benefits Reminder

January 29, 2013

The Central Ontario Standardbred Association would like to remind grooms covered under its Health Benefits program that proof of eligibility must be filed annually.

COSA Groom Draw For Gift Certificates

December 02, 2011

The Central Ontario Standardbred Association has announced a special Christmas draw for grooms at the Racetrack Chaplaincy of Canada’s hot lunch on Wednesday, December 14

Groom Branning Rocks To Victory

September 22, 2011

Sure, the Caretakers Classic was only an exhibition race, but try to tell that to the five grooms that participated.

Caretakers Classic Set For Wed., Thurs.

September 20, 2011

After a false start last week, the Caretakers Classic is set to go this week at Monticello Raceway

Support For Backstretch Workers Profiled

September 14, 2011

Anyone that knows the first thing about the behind the scenes aspect of horse racing knows that grooms can be a major part of a horse's success. It is also known that grooms' dedication and perseveran...

Showing Some Love For The Grooms

September 08, 2011

It is well known that grooms are the unsung heroes of the horse racing industry. Now, those that muck stalls, truck everywhere and log the long hours now have a chance to get paid like a 'five-per-cen...

COSA Groom Health Benefits Reminder

September 02, 2011

The Central Ontario Standardbred Association would like to remind grooms covered under its Health Benefits program that proof of eligibility must be filed annually

Notice To Grooms On OHHA Benefits

August 15, 2011

Grooms on the Ontario Harness Horse Association's Life/Health/Dental benefits under the Caretakers’ Premium Assistance program must return their annual eligibility check forms by Friday, August 19

Eligibility Checks For OHHA Grooms Due

August 11, 2010

Grooms on the Ontario Harness Horse Association's life/health/dental benefits under the Caretakers’ Premium Assistance Program must return their annual

SC Announces Increased Insurance Benefits

Standardbred Canada has announced increased insurance benefits for trainers, drivers and grooms

'Ideal' Promo Update

February 26, 2009

The Ideal Training Centre recently announced a promotion advantageous for grooms working at its location and the coffers at the Chase McEachern Tribute Fund. Now, officials at the centre have provided