Can Knicks make a Go of it ???

by | Jul 1, 2021 | Blog, Uncategorized

As runners prepare for the $300,000 Cornhusker Handicap at Prarie Meadows on Friday, July 2, there is a big ole question mark surrounding the top dog in the hunt…Will we see the super Knicks Go we saw back in January in the Pegasus Cup, or that Clark Kent...

Running strong in Belmont was Essential

by | Jun 6, 2021 | Blog

                                       RUNNING STRONG IN BELMONT WAS ESSENTIAL   They have called the Belmont Stakes the “test of a champion” for many years now. This mile and a half saunter around Big Sandy is no doubt a challenge. The 2021 edition saw a champion...

Belmont a Quality opportunity

by | Jun 4, 2021 | Blog

BELMONT A QUALITY OPPORTUNITY The Triple Crown races are always a measuring stick for Thoroughbreds. Because of the notoriety and purse money associated with these races, the best of the three-year old division normally shows up. This makes for big chances for young...

Kentucky Derby countdown is on

by | Mar 30, 2021 | Blog, Uncategorized

Known Agenda wins the Florida Derby (photo by Adam Coglianese) KENTUCKY DERBY COUNTDOWN IS ON   When does a hillbilly turf writer think about the Kentucky Derby?…Pretty much all the time. When does the every day sports fan think about the world’s most famous...

Essential Quality runs like number 1

by | Mar 1, 2021 | Blog

Juvenile Champ Essential Quality made his three year old debut an impressive one as he powerfully scored in the delayed running of the Southwest Stakes at Oaklawn Park on February 27. Winning the mile and a sixteenth race by a widening 4 1/2 lengths, this son of Tapit...