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Wednesday, 05 August 2015 02:46
Living Happily Ever After
There are over 400 farms and ranches involved in horse racing in Alberta and just north of Madden, Alberta, one ranch sits in the rolling green foothills along a small…
Monday, 03 August 2015 20:34
Wrapped To Go: A Nice Surprise
The three-year-old filly stakes scene just got a whole lot more interesting following Wrapped To Go's surprise victory against dominant fillies Fire Watch and Blue Star Texas this past Saturday, at…
Monday, 03 August 2015 12:11
History of RMTC - Stan Marks
For more than 60 years the venerable Stan Marks has been pursuing his passion, racing horses."My wife (Grace) used to say all we ever did on the weekend was go…
Friday, 31 July 2015 17:06
If Only It Could Talk
Tough. Weathered. Resilient. These attributes may easily conjure the image of anyone in horse-racing, an industry that has persisted through a period of uncertainty and adversity. Or perhaps they can…
Wednesday, 29 July 2015 12:08
Ralph Klein – A Deserving Tribute
One of Alberta’s FinestRalph was elected to his first term as Mayor of Calgary in October of 1980. In March of 1989, he moved into Provincial Politics and was elected…
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Wednesday, 29 July 2015 12:00
Brad Gunn - The Gunn That Won The West
The late Dr. Brad Gunn was more responsible than any other man for putting Western Canada back on the harness racing map. Born in 1913, graduated BA, MA, magna cum…
Wednesday, 29 July 2015 11:49
Road to the Canadian Derby - Possible Contenders
At the beginning of each thoroughbred racing season, every three year old is a future Canadian Derby contender in the eyes of their owner, but it’s a long road ahead…
Tuesday, 28 July 2015 09:48
A Busy Few Weeks For 'The Sugarman'
As I write this - I am now less than 24 hours away from the richest race I have ever called in my life. For those that may not know…
Thursday, 23 July 2015 09:00
Harness Horsemen Rumoured To Be Shopping Around
With the Ralph Klein and Brad Gunn Stakes, for three-year-olds, just around the corner - it's been rumoured that some astute Alberta horsemen have been shopping around outside of Western…
Wednesday, 22 July 2015 09:58
War Horse Wednesday - Badlands Buddy, Every Gamblers Girl and Man Alive
Three horses, three girls, and six changed lives.Out of the 30 or so horses at Flying Cross Ranch, three off track Standardbreds have made their mark on the hearts of…
Monday, 20 July 2015 17:44
Road to the Canadian Derby
There are 75 live thoroughbred race dates this year, but there is one day that shines the brighter than the rest.A day that warrants distinction for much more than a…
Monday, 20 July 2015 14:34
'Glamour' Girls And Boys Coming To Century Downs August 1st
Known to the sport of harness racing as the 'glamour' girls and boys - the 'three-year-old' fillies, along with the colts and geldings, will be taking centre stage on August…
Monday, 06 July 2015 12:23
Wrap-up of Final Weekend from RMTC
"These final two days have capped off a great Spring Meet for the Rocky Mountain Turf Club," said RMTC CEO Max Gibb after Sunday's seventh race."You know, we had almost…
Friday, 03 July 2015 12:17
Backstretch Foundation Newsletter - June/July
June/July 2015 Summer is here and the racing meets are in full swing all over Alberta. Backstretch Awards for June Groom of the week: June 6th – Jill Klubi June…
Friday, 03 July 2015 12:04
Dr. Maurice Stewart's Filly Comes Up Huge In $479,000 Final
Breeders Dr. Maurice and Maureen Stewart, of Leduc, Alberta, were all smiles as a filly they bred and raised - Wrangler Magic - would more than double her career earnings…
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