On Sunday (March 28), The Meadows Casino, Racetrack and Hotel named Scott Lishia as its new director of racing.
As part of his duties, Lishia will be responsible for all facets of The Meadows' year-round harness racing program and its pari-mutuel operations.
Lishia returns to the horse racing industry after working several years in the private sector. He previously worked in executive positions with the Maryland Jockey Club (operators of Pimlico and Laurel Park) for over a decade. Lishia other horse racing experience includes work with the Maryland Racing Commission and several years as a racing official at multiple Thoroughbred racetracks in New Jersey, Florida and Massachusetts.
"I’m excited to return to the horse racing industry and join the outstanding organization here at The Meadows," Lishia said. "I’m looking forward to working with the team and horsemen to help the racing product grow into the future."
Pending customary regulatory approvals, Lishia will start at The Meadows April 6.
(The Meadows)