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Friday, 17 August 2018 13:27
89th Canadian Derby video preview
Video preview for the Canadian Derby - Western Canada's biggest race day. This year's renewal is set for Saturday, August 25 at Northlands Park Racetrack and Casino. Post time is…
Thursday, 16 August 2018 23:27
Dr. Doolittle returns to the backstretch for the 89th Canadian Derby
I was walking through Northlands backstretch the other morning when ‘the voice’ echoed from one of the shedrows. “Hey buddy,” came the familiar sound. It could only be one person:…
Wednesday, 15 August 2018 21:01
Rain wipes out third day of racing at Evergreen Park
The rain started Saturday night and was relentless throughout Sunday as Evergreen Park was forced to cancel its third day of racing this summer. The highlight of Saturday's race card…
Tuesday, 14 August 2018 09:50
Hoofprints - August 13
I thought today, I would write about renewal. Any industry that has hopes of moving forward has to provide opportunities for young people to learn, to practice, and ultimately to…
Sunday, 12 August 2018 11:41
Sir Bronx runs away from field in Westerner
Shamaree Muir took off like he was being swarmed by bees that had drank too much coffee. And I’m not talking about the way he and Sir Bronx sprinted away…
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Friday, 10 August 2018 01:18
Backstretch Foundation Newsletter - July 2018
Thank you to the individuals and stables that have offered sponsorship for the monthly awards! We need help for the rest of the season (including Century Downs). We offer to…
Wednesday, 08 August 2018 10:38
Alberta Derby sets record handle for Evergreen Park
The sun was shining and there wasn't a cloud in the sky, which made for a perfect day for the Alberta Derby. Evergreen Park put on an outstanding Derby Day…
Tuesday, 07 August 2018 10:35
Cecil Peacock passes
A true gentleman and great Alberta horseman Cecil Peacock passed last week. As a tribute to Cecil, we would like to take a trip down memory lane and replay this…
Tuesday, 07 August 2018 10:26
Hoofprints - August 6
Festival of Racing ends with a flourish I’ve always liked to watch a big lucrative pot get spread around among a variety of interests at the races. It’s a reward…
Monday, 06 August 2018 11:22
Construction tour of the Century Mile site
Given a recent visit to Century Mile I thought it was time to do an update on the new track which, despite many people saying it would never happen, will…
Thursday, 02 August 2018 22:29
2018 Gordon and Illa Rumpel Stakes at Century Downs (video)
The Province's top 3 year old Fillies speed to the gate in the Gordon and Illa Stakes. The Mid-Summer Classic, Monday, August 6th at Century Downs.
Wednesday, 01 August 2018 16:11
2018 Ralph Klein Stakes at Century Downs (video)
The Province's top 3 year old boys speed to the gate in the Ralph Klein Stakes. The Mid-Summer Classic, Monday, August 6th at Century Downs.
Wednesday, 01 August 2018 08:26
Stakes Races Galore in Eleven Race Sunday
Sunday at Evergreen Park truly had a race for everyone, as there were eleven races on the card to help make up for the two rained-out days the previous weekend.…
Tuesday, 31 July 2018 12:34
2018 Mid-Summer Classic at Century Downs (video)
Don't miss the 2018 Mid-Summer Classic, Monday August 6th at Century Downs.
Tuesday, 31 July 2018 08:55
Hoofprints - July 30
Calgary’s Festival of Racing got off to a wonderful start, Saturday, under warm, sunny skies, and without the breeze that always seems to be a part of the weather story…
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