The following was written by Tod Marks and appeared on his social media channels. In a blockbuster announcement, the National Steeplechase Association has released details of powerhouse jump racing programs at the flat tracks this summer that includes 19 races worth $950,000 at Colonial Downs in New Kent, Va., and four races at Saratoga Race … Continue reading Enriched Colonial Downs Meet Highlights Spectacular Summer Steeplechase Season
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The 83rd Annual Piedmont Fox Hounds Point-To-Point Recap
The Piedmont Fox Hounds Point-to-Point took place on March 23rd, at the historic Salem Racecourse in Upperville, VA. The card was made up of eight races, ranging from a mile and a quarter to three and a half miles around the track. This meet is important to local fans of the sport who get to … Continue reading The 83rd Annual Piedmont Fox Hounds Point-To-Point Recap
Colonial Downs Conducts Annual Controlled Burn of Secretariat Turf Course on March 18
The annual controlled burn of the Secretariat Turf Course at Colonial Downs took place Monday March 18 at the New Kent track. The grass oval is set ablaze at this time every year to quickly and efficiently remove dead cover off the surface’s top player. The burn also drives nutrients deeper into the ground to … Continue reading Colonial Downs Conducts Annual Controlled Burn of Secretariat Turf Course on March 18
Spring Point-to-Point Season Continues with the Warrenton Hunt; Piedmont PTP up Next
The Warrenton Hunt Point-to-Point took place on March 16th, at the historic Airlie Racecourse in Warrenton, VA. The card was made up of ten races, ranging from a mile and an eighth to three miles around the track. This meet is important to local fans of the sport who get to come out in the … Continue reading Spring Point-to-Point Season Continues with the Warrenton Hunt; Piedmont PTP up Next
Rosie’s Gaming to be Open 24 Hours After Hampton City Council Vote
The following article appeared on WTKR’s website and was written by Leondra Head. Colonial Downs currently has Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums open in Hampton, New Kent, Richmond, Emporia, Vinton, Collinsville and Dumfries. Horse race wagers can also be placed at VA-Horseplay OTBs in Chesapeake (Buckets Bar & Grill) and in Henrico (Breakers Sports Grille). A new … Continue reading Rosie’s Gaming to be Open 24 Hours After Hampton City Council Vote
Penny Chenery: The Woman Who Saved Meadow Stable
In honor of International Womens Day we celebrate Penny Chenery and her contributions to the horse racing industry both in the Commonwealth of Viriginia and to the sport as a whole. Exceptional Horsewomen like Penny have paved the way for the modern racing industry in Virginia! Originally posted on Americasbestracing.net. Penny Chenery and her most … Continue reading Penny Chenery: The Woman Who Saved Meadow Stable
BLUE RIDGE HUNT INVITES ALL ON MARCH 30 FOR POINT-TO-POINT RACES AND FAMILY FUN
The Blue Ridge Hunt Point-to-point returns to Woodley Farm in Berryville, VA on Saturday, March 30th for its 75th running. For the first time, the event will feature NSA-sanctioned races! The two sanctioned races are sponsored by the VEA and will feature purses of $15,000. Gates open at 10 AM and the first post is … Continue reading BLUE RIDGE HUNT INVITES ALL ON MARCH 30 FOR POINT-TO-POINT RACES AND FAMILY FUN
Aidan Turnage-Barney Wants Virginia to be for Lovers of Horse Racing
Originally posted on Harnessracingupdate.com on 3/8/2024, Written by Chris Lomon. Aidan Turnage-Barney always treasures the moment when he sees the smiles grow wider and wider. It is a scene he has witnessed, first-hand, dozens of times, and will no doubt view countless times in the future. While reactions are nearly identical, Turnage-Barney will never grow … Continue reading Aidan Turnage-Barney Wants Virginia to be for Lovers of Horse Racing
Rappahannock Hunt Point-to-Point Kicks off 2024 Racing Season in VA
The Rappahannock Hunt Point-to-Point (PTP) Race took place over the weekend, and it was an exciting event for equestrian enthusiasts and fans of steeplechase racing. The race took place on Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Boston, Virginia. The Rappahannock Hunt is one of the oldest Point-to-Point races in Virginia, dating back to 1951 when the … Continue reading Rappahannock Hunt Point-to-Point Kicks off 2024 Racing Season in VA
