The Harness Horse Youth Foundation announced on Thursday, Jan. 1 that Rachel Leonard has been hired as its new Program Coordinator, effective as of Jan. 2.
“Rachel has generational harness racing experience and understands the importance of HHYF’s initiatives to build the industry’s future” said Ellen Taylor, HHYF Executive Director. “With the addition of another person as well as our 50th anniversary celebration, 2026 will hopefully take HHYF to a higher level in terms of programming, exposure and support.”
Originally from Michigan, Rachel, her husband Ross, and daughter Grace now live in Anderson, Ind. and operate their racing business on their farm. Rachel is also a substitute outrider as well as a riding instructor.
“I am honoured to have been selected," Leonard said. "Miss Ellen (Taylor) and HHYF have my utmost respect. I look forward to carrying on the tradition of the last 50 years while adding a fresh new spin to the educational process. I am excited to introduce inquiring young minds to our amazing industry of harness racing.“
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