The Woodbine Entertainment Group’s SBOA Stakes for Ontario Sired Filly Pacers have undergone a scheduling change that will see the traditional August events now raced in May at Mohawk Racetrack. Eliminations for both gaits will take place on Friday, May 18, 2012 and the Finals, each estimated at $160,000, will go Friday, May 25th. […] Read more »
Huge Thanks to All for Taking Part in 2012 SBOA Auctions, Purchasers Listed
SBOA would like to sincerely thank the many donors and bidders who participated in both our Stallion Auction and the Silent Auction at the Jan. 21st Awards Banquet in Toronto. These events perform an important fundraising role for SBOA, making it possible Read more »
Equine Herpes Virus Case Confirmed in Southern Ontario, Resource Links for More Info and Prevention
The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) has been notified of a confirmed case in Southern Ontario of Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), caused by equine herpes virus 1 (EHV-1). A blood sample from a horse with severe neurological signs tested positive for EHV-1 in early January. The horse was euthanized after its […] Read more »
More SBOA Awards Photos (Courtesy of Iron Horse Photo)
More photos of the award recipients and presenters at the SBOA Banquet on Jan. 21, 2012. Read more »
Only Prosecution Can Ensure Integrity in Racing, Gural Tells SBOA Banquet Crowd
Prosecution, not drug testing, is the way to ensure integrity in harness racing, Jeff Gural told the sold-out crowd Read more »
Ontario Sires Stakes Program Praised in “Harness Racing Update”
Writing recently in the popular online journal Harness Racing Update, Dean Hoffman examines why the Ontario Sires Stakes program has substantial appeal beyond our own borders. From the breeding shed Read more »
