Networking and making the right contacts gave Ben Gowans, who had no familial ties in the business, a jumpstart and now a firm foothold in the world of Thoroughbred racing and breeding. Gowans, 28, works for one of the world’s most prolific and respected breeding and racing entities, Gainesway, located near Lexington. While he oversees bloodstock and racing at Gainesway, Gowans also has his own outside clients.
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Dollars & Sense: Building Relationships Paying Off for NYRA, FOX
Partnerships between the New York Racing Association and FOX Sports, along with NYRA’s relationship with Caesars Entertainment, continue to pay significant dividends.
Women in Racing: ‘Class and Integrity’ Propel Parx Racecaller Paquette
America’s Best Racing has launched a monthly series to celebrate women in racing, explore the challenges they face in what has been a male-dominated industry, and highlight their achievements. Jessica Paquette knew there would be pressure when Parx Racing named her as track announcer in November 2022, making her the nation’s only woman to hold such a full-time position.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Success Story: ‘A Beauty with a Clue,’ a Tale of Two Thoroughbreds
After Tracy Yates’ middle-aged Quarter-Horse was diagnosed with a hoof disease, her veterinarian suggested she explore the Hope After Racing Thoroughbreds (HART) program in search of a sound riding horse. That advice led her to Including All — now affectionately known as “Clue.” Yates was matched with Clue through the guidance of Robin Sprafka, program director for Hope After Racing Thoroughbreds. Clue had three screws in one of his knees and could not jump or perform strenuous riding activities.
