The Alberta Standardbred Horse Association (ASHA) announced the winning name from the 2016 'Name That Foal' contest on Sunday, June 5 at Century Downs Racetrack and Casino.
The contest, sponsored by Meridian Farms, included categories for Best Name, Best Letter and Best Drawing, with age groups separating entrants as 'Ages 8 & Under' and 'Ages 9 to 16.'
The overall winning name selected from 88 submissions from across the country for the contest's foal, a beautiful bay filly by Riverboat King out of Mrs Red Pop, is Lollipop Yacht. The name was submitted by Sadie from the 'Ages 9 to 16' category.
The finalists and their families enjoyed a great day at the track with their submissions showcased on the big screen and announced by "The Voice of Century Downs," Murray Slough.
All of the contest winners are listed below.
Ages 9 to 16:
Best Name & Overall Winner - Lollipop Yacht - Sadie
Honourable Mention for Best Name - Red River Rebel - Paxton
Best Letter - Carla
Ages 8 & Under:
Best Name - Jelly Bean - Seth
Best Letter - Brooke
Best Drawing - Maia
ASHA would like to thank everyone who sent in a submission for the 'Name That Foal' contest, as well as Meridian Farms, Century Downs Racetrack and Casino, OnTrack Media, and track announcer Murray Slough for their efforts in making this year's contest a huge success.
(With files from ASHA)