Archive
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Jockey Avery Whisman, 23, passes away
Avery Whisman, a jockey who forged a strong relationship with Hall of Famer Mike Smith and rode numerous winners in the Mid-Atlantic, died January 11.
Apprentice Jhovany Paredes gets first win
Apprentice rider Jhovany Paredes earned the first win of his career at Laurel Park Friday aboard Bob Gamber’s I Can Do It.
Jock Kevin Gomez working his way back
Jockey Kevin Gomez, out with injury since October, had his first mounts back last week and has several mounts scheduled this weekend.
Caravel earns nods as Top Midlantic-bred of 2022
Caravel, the Pennsylvania-bred mare who pulled a 42-1 shocker in the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint, earns the nod as the Top Midlantic-bred of 2022.
Preakness “Art of Racing” contest returns
The Preakness “Art of Racing” contest will return this year, as 1/ST Racing, the Maryland Institute College of Art, and Park Heights team up.
Virginia-Certified program to undergo changes
The Virginia-certified residency program, which encourages people to send young horses to Virginia, will operate with new limitations this year.
Photo Essay: Best of 2022
Photographer Allison Janezic took thousands of pictures of racing, horses, and people in 2022. Here, a photo essay of her favorites, and their stories.
Md. Thoroughbred Career Program set for June
The Maryland Thoroughbred Career Program, which provides young people the chance to learn about careers in the industry, is set for June 5-9.
Trainer James W. Casey passes at 92
James W. Casey, whose remarkable second career as a trainer, owner, and breeder followed a 32-year stint as a teacher, has passed away at age 92.
Mid-Atlantic Three Stars: January 9
Your five-minute read to catch up on all the Mid-Atlantic racing action you may have missed over the weekend…
