Roger Houston, longtime announcer of the Little Brown Jug, asked me in the winner’s circle on September 18, 2008, “Ian, is this a dream come true?”

On September 6th, 2008, the undefeated Deweycheatumnhowe was dethroned.

Arriving at Grand River on Industry Day is always fun -- the track does a great job and it’s always a great atmosphere.

There is no better feeling as a driver than sitting behind a horse who gives you confidence – a horse you know, no matter what, won’t let you down.

As Somebeachsomewhere rounded the final turn and breezed down the homestretch, he got stronger and more powerful. I could hear the crowd getting louder...

I've been a harness racing owner and trainer for 23 years, and a fan for 30. But the most memorable day I've spent in the sport was May 25 of this year, at Solvalla Racetrack in Stockholm, Sweden.

Trot Magazine takes a journey through the 2008 racing season with a ­selection of the best and brightest moments of the year.