Fast fillies invade Truro tonight
There will be a celebration of Atlantic Canada’s stars tonight as 31 three-year-old pacing fillies roll into Truro to compete in four divisions of the Atlantic Sires Stakes, vying for purses totaling $26,560.
Atlantic Standard Bred Breeders is recognized as a key promoter and supporter of Maritime harness racing, encouraging the breeding, raising and racing of horses in the Atlantic region for the last half century.
Maritime horses have a reputation for both the high speed and durability necessary to take on North America’s best.
The Atlantic Sires Stakes Series for two- and three-year-old pacing/trotting colts and fillies encompasses six division held at five tracks in P.E.I. and Nova Scotia.
On tap
Twelve dashes are scheduled for tonight, with a post-time of 6:30 p.m. Qualifying rounds are set for 5:15 pm.
Still chasing the Ace
Five cards remain for a jackpot of $24,423.50.
Last week’s winner, Dave Flemming, drew the four of spades and picked up $1,316 in prize winnings.
Tickets sell for $5 each or five for $20 and are available on Sundays at the Truro Horsemen’s Club between 1 and 3 p.m., followed by the draw.
Tickets are also available at Truro Raceway on Friday evenings during the regular race card.
VIP Package
Truro Raceway and Cat Country 99.5 have partnered to offer three VIP packages for Fast Fridays.
Simply text “HORSE” to 90200 for a chance to win one of these prizes. Each winner and seven friends will enjoy a Fast Friday at Truro Raceway with free programs, snacks, race vouchers as well as a personal host for the evening.
Details are available on the Truro Raceway website and Facebook page.
Connections Corner
Meet the Owners Robert “Bob” Skinner, Truro FIRST HORSE: AGS David – a chestnut gelding by Tarport Ervin, purchased in the early 1980s with Arthur G. Mercer of Sydney, N. S.
FAVOURITE HORSE: The Rev – purchased out of the 2011 NSPE Select Yearling Sale. To date, 154 starts, 33 wins, $539,115 in purses, life’s best of 150.2. Currently campaigning at Yonkers Raceway for trainer Greg Mcnair.
MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT: 1999, winning the $50,000 Dairy Queen Futurity with Last Of Bella in 2:00.2 in Saint John, N.B. That same year, the son of Arcane Hanover also picked up the $20,000 ASS two-year-old final, pacing in 2:00.1 in Truro.
FAVOURITE TRACK ( other than Truro): Red Shores Charlottetown
BEST PART OF HARNESS RACING: The spring of the year watching the two year olds with interest and hope, as they prep for their debut start in a racing career.
Top of the Turn specials June 1— Barbecue pork tenderloin, $15.95 or lobster roll, $17.95 both including tea/coffee and dessert.
June highlights
June 22 — Mackenzie Memorial Stake, three-year-old pacing colts and fillies.
June 29 — Regional Driving Championship.