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Final Fair Grounds Horses Released From EHV-1 Quarantine

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The final horses remaining in the testing protocols for the Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) outbreak at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots have returned two negative tests and have been released back into the general horse population on the backstretch.

Since the first case of EHV-1 was reported on Dec. 26, any horse testing positive was promptly isolated under the protocols set forth by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry and then required after 14 days to return two negative tests, not less than 72 hours apart, before being permitted back into the general horse population.

“The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry, USDA Veterinary Services and the Louisiana Racing Commission responded to an EHV-1 outbreak at the New Orleans Fair Grounds Race Track on Dec. 26, 2016,” said State Veterinarian Brent Robbins, D.V.M. “On Feb. 14, 2017, the last horse in isolation tested negative and was released after a prescribed observation period. We at the LDAF extend our appreciation to all agencies involved as well as horse owners, trainers and officials at the New Orleans Fair Grounds for their cooperation and understanding in dealing with this outbreak.”

As of Feb. 15, no horses remain in the EHV-1 testing protocols at Fair Grounds and all quarantine restrictions have been lifted by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.

Louisiana Native Hernandez Has Momentum, Confidence on His Side

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Hernandez Has Momentum, Confidence on His Side
Photo: Coady Photography

Brian Hernandez Jr.

Brian Hernandez Jr. is quick to give credit where credit is due.

In recalling his 2016 season, when he celebrated a career-high eight graded stakes wins and tallied his second highest single-season earnings, the 31-year-old jockey talked about the wave of good fortune that came his way. Good mounts make for even better outcomes and in that vein, Hernandez said he “got lucky and had the right kind of horses for the right races.”

Quietly yet methodically, the 2004 Eclipse Award winner for outstanding apprentice jockey has taken an already full career that boasts more than 1,600 victories and started adding some key intangibles to it.

A year ago, he rode in his first Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (G1) aboard 12th-place finisher Tom’s Ready. By the end of the evening Feb. 11, he could be linked with a horse considered the leading contender this season for the first Saturday in May.

Hernandez has been in the eye of big-race hype before, but there is no buildup that quite compares with being attached to an unbeaten, graded stakes-winning 3-year-old about to take his first step on the Kentucky Derby trail. As the regular rider for Janis Whitham’s homebred colt McCraken, the 2-1 morning-line favorite for Saturday’s Sam F. Davis Stakes (G3) at Tampa Bay Downs, Hernandez could find his current groundswell of momentum dwarfed by what could come should his Ian Wilkes-trained mount prevail in his seasonal debut.

When Hernandez guided McCraken to victory in the Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes (G2) at Churchill Downs Nov. 26, it locked the son of Ghostzapper   in as a sophomore to watch for 2017 and sealed the best season for his jockey since he steered Fort Larned  —another Wilkes-trained, Whitham homebred—to victory in the 2012 Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1). The $7,791,059 in earnings Hernandez amassed in 2016 was second only to his career-best total of $8,034,048 four years earlier.

WINCZE HUGHES: McCraken the Real Deal in KY Jockey Club

The Kentucky Club Jockey Club triumph capped off a whirlwind stretch that saw the Louisiana native win three graded stakes in as many days. The other victories came aboard Thatcher Street in the Nov. 24 River City Handicap (G3T) and Linda in the Nov. 25 Mrs. Revere Stakes (G2T).

“You know, it just kind of snowballed,” Hernandez said of 2016. “Last year was one of the first years where I had multiple really good horses and won multiple graded races, and the momentum just kept building. Even last May, I was getting on a lot more 2-year-olds than I normally do.

“We had a really big year with the 2-year-olds and some of the older horses I had been riding, they kind of stepped up and won a couple graded races. … And to have the owners put the confidence in me to ride their better horses, it helps a lot and that’s the biggest thing.”

Hernandez’s ability has long been acknowledged as a solid presence on the Louisiana and Kentucky circuits, not that anyone could ignore him much after he racked up 243 wins during his Eclipse Award-winning season. It often takes a fortuitous pairing for an upstart jockey to gain access to that next, elite level, however. Appropriately enough, Hernandez cites his association with Fort Larned as that catalyst.

He gained the mount on the future multiple grade 1 winner in the 2012 Prairie Meadows Cornhusker Handicap (G3), when the colt’s previous rider, Julien Leparoux, was committed to pilot Successful Dan in the same spot. The chemistry was instant as Hernandez booted Fort Larned to victory both that day and during his subsequent start in the Whitney Invitational Handicap (G1) in the run-up to their Breeders’ Cup heroics.

MITCHELL: Fort Larned Wins Thrilling BC Classic

In addition to notching the first grade 1 victories of his career, Hernandez was also building a relationship with the Wilkes barn that has evolved him into the go-to rider for the former assistant to Hall of Famer Carl Nafzger.

“He understands what I’m trying to do, and he’s a great asset to my barn in helping and developing horses,” Wilkes said. “He’s good and he just knows how to put a horse in position to win a race.”

“It’s been a great working relationship, because riding for guys like Ian and Carl, they entrust me on some of the better horses and they’re easy to talk to,” Hernandez added. “It makes it to where it’s a team effort, where you don’t have any pressure going forward, like ‘Oh man, if I mess this up, I might not get another chance.’ With Ian and Carl, they are always behind you. Even in the big races … it’s ‘Let’s look at the bigger picture and get them to the next step.'”

Wilkes has plainly stated that the Sam F. Davis is not the end goal for McCraken. He doesn’t want the bay colt coming too much into his own before the first leg of the Triple Crown.

Hernandez has already compiled a career dotted with successes many will never get to the opportunity to experience. Like his late-running mount, momentum has been his friend in recent times, a powerful surge brought on by inherent talent that is being given a chance to reach a career pinnacle.

“We’re just going to try and get McCraken (to the Derby) and let him showcase how good he is,” Hernandez said. “I think the biggest thing we have to do is make sure it’s not any of us that stops him from running his best race. Just stay out of his way and let him take us there. But it’s excitement, really. There is no nervousness.”

EVANGELINE DOWNS 2017 TB SEASON STARTS APRIL 12 ~ STALL APPLICATIONS DUE FEBRUARY 24

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 OPELOUSAS, LA – Evangeline Downs’ 2017 Thoroughbred racing season will begin on Wednesday, April 12 and continue through Saturday, September 2. There will be 84 days of live racing run on a Wednesdaythrough Saturday weekly schedule during the season.

All horsemen interested in submitting a stall application to Evangeline Downs must do so by Friday, February 24. To obtain a stall application, horsemen can visit the website www.evdracing.com and click on the “Horsemen’s Info” tab at the top of the homepage. To contact Evangeline Downs directly, horsemen can call the racing office at 337-594-3000.

The highlight events on the Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred racing schedule include the $100,000 Evangeline Mile for 3-year-olds and up at one mile on the main track on Saturday, June 3 and Louisiana Legends Night on Saturday, July 8, which will feature eight Louisiana-bred stakes races with purses totaling $750,000

The Evangeline Mile program will also include two other stakes races: the $50,000 Need For Speed Stakes for 3-year-olds and up at five furlongs on turf and the $50,000 Lafayette Stakes for Louisiana-bred 3-year-olds at seven furlongs on the main track.

Louisiana Legends Night, a celebration of the Louisiana-bred Thoroughbred, is highlighted by the $100,000 Classic for 3-year-olds and up at 1-1/16 miles on the main track. There will be six other $100,000 stakes races on Legends Night: the Distaff for fillies and mares 3-year-olds and up at 1-1/16 miles on the main track, the Sprint for 3-year-olds and up at 5-½ furlongs on the main track, the Mademoiselle for fillies and mares 3-year-olds and up at 5-½ furlongs on the main track, the Turf for 3-year-olds and up at 1-1/16 miles on the turf, the Cheval for 3-year-olds at one mile on the main track, and the Soiree for 3-year-old fillies at one mile on the main track. There will also be the $50,000 Starter for 3-year-olds at up at 7-½ furlongs on the turf.

The full 2017 Stakes Schedule is still pending official approval from the Louisiana Racing Commission.

First post time for each live racing night at Evangeline Downs for the 2017 Thoroughbred season will be 5:40 pm Central Time.

For more information on the American Quarter Horse season at Evangeline Downs, visit the track’s website at www.evdracing.com. Evangeline Downs’ Twitter handle is @EVDRacing and the racetrack is also accessible on Facebook at www.facebook.com/EvangelineDownsRacing.

 

About Evangeline Downs

Evangeline Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel is owned by Boyd Gaming Corporation, a leading diversified owner and operator of 22 gaming entertainment properties located in Nevada, New Jersey, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana and Mississippi.  Boyd Gaming press releases are available at www.prnewswire.com.  Additional news and information can be found at www.boydgaming.com, or www.evangelinedowns.com.

 

Think Before You Reach for an NSAID for Your Horse

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Why You Should Consider Reaching Out to Your Veterinarian Before Reaching for an NSAID.
Equine lameness seems to happen at the most inopportune times, and it’s one of the main reasons for removing a horse from athletic activity. When lameness appears, horse owners are often quick to reach for a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). In fact, a survey found 82 percent of horse owners use NSAIDs without consulting their veterinarian.1 But that may not be the smart move.

“It’s important for horse owners to consult their veterinarian before giving an NSAID,” says Hoyt Cheramie, DVM, MS, Senior Manager, Merial Large Animal Veterinary Services. “The best option – and the shortest path back to soundness – may be a medication, treatment or protocol the horse owner hasn’t considered.”

“In addition, no medication is without risks,” says Cheramie. “Your veterinarian is the best person to help you monitor your horse’s health for potential side effects or lack of efficacy. Keeping your veterinarian involved, even if it’s just informing them of your treatment decision, will provide them with important information in the future if the issue comes up again.”

Your equine veterinarian considers many factors before prescribing any treatment, including an NSAID:

  • What is the horse’s history?
  • Is the diagnosis a simple lameness or could it be something else?
  • What treatment options are available?
  • What is the horse owner’s budget and resources?

If your veterinarian does recommend an NSAID, they’ll take into consideration:

  • Has this horse been given this medication before?
  • What dosage should the horse receive, and what is the best route of administration?
  • What are the potential side effects of the treatment or medication?

The decision-making process can be complex, which is why most equine NSAIDs are available only with a prescription. If for some reason your horse does have a reaction or fails to improve, ensuring your veterinarian is fully aware of the situation will be a benefit.

Regardless of discipline, when your horse is lame, it can impact not only your short-term competitive goals but also your horse’s long-term health. So, before you reach for that old tube or bottle, talk to your veterinarian about all of your options to help effectively manage lameness, pain and inflammation in your horse.

1Andrews F, McConnico R. Cause for concern: Evidence that therapeutic dosing of nonselective NSAIDs contributes to gastrointestinal injury. Equine Vet Education. 2009;21(12):663-664.

Wanis “Chris” Washington, Jr. Obituary

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Wanis “Chris” Washington, Jr., age 59, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017 at West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital in Sulphur.

Mr. Washington was a native of Houston, TX and a resident of Lafayette. He was a graduate of Booker T. High School in Houston, TX and received his Bachelor’s Degree from Texas State University with a double major in Business and Political Science. He was employed with the Lafayette Police Department for five years, was a Construction Contractor with his own company for ten years, was a Railroad Engineer in Houston for many years, played music at St. Paul’s Church for over twenty years, was a keyboard musician with Baby Oceans of Soul Musical Group and worked in lawn care for five years. He was a loving and giving man who never met a stranger. He loved horses and was an avid horseman.

Survivors include his devoted wife of thirty one years, Sharon Guillory Washington of Lafayette; one daughter, Dyonna Pinnock and her husband, Durrell, Sr., of Garland, TX; two step-sons, Allison Jacques Sabine, Jr. and his wife, Tamara, of Port Allen and Shawn Alexander Sabine and his wife, Marcella, of Baton Rouge; one step-daughter, Cherrie Claiborne and her companion, Mark Adams, of Lafayette; one sister, Roslyn Burton and her husband, Larry, Sr. of Houston, TX; two grandchildren, Franchesca Pinnock and Durrell Pinnock, Jr.; six step-grandchildren, Joel Claiborne, Jayden M. Adams, Lauren Sabine, Allison Sabine, III, Oliver Jackson and Jesse Sabine; a special cousin, Chasity Madena of Lafayette; three nephews, Larry Burton, Jr., Wanis Burton, Sr. and his wife, Pheadra, and Tristan Burton all of Houston, TX; and his goddaughter, Christine Jordan of Houston, TX.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wanis J. Washington, Sr. and Lorena T. Senegal Washington.

Preparing Mares for Foaling

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Preparing Mares for FoalingA mare’s teats will become waxy around one to four days before foaling, and sometimes sooner. Photo: Courtesy of Dr. Ben Espy

The end of one year and the beginning of another is an exciting time for many breeders, as it likely marks the last trimester of their mares’ pregnancies. Due to the rapid changes that occur in the last few months of gestation, it is imperative that owners monitor mares closely. Udder development, abdominal distension, and presence of vaginal secretions are some of the most important changes to monitor. 

Average gestational length is around 11 months and a week, or 335 to 342 days. However, sometimes the duration is shorter or longer (330 to 360 days or more) with no detrimental effects on the fetus or mare.  

Remove mares from endophyte-contaminated tall fescue pastures no later than 10 months of gestation to prevent abnormal prolonged pregnancy, decreased milk production, and even abortion, and work with your veterinarian to determine whether a mare needs to be medicated with a prolactin stimulation product to negate the endophyte’s effects. 

Lack of udder development four to six weeks before foaling in a mare that is not grazing tall fescue or is not on pergolide medication for equine Cushing’s disease should not be a cause for alarm. Normal udder development starts in the month prior to delivery. Typically, the udder becomes engorged within the last few days before foaling (parturition). Waxy accumulation at the nipples from early colostrum (the mare’s antibody-rich first milk) production occurs one to four days before foaling but sometimes earlier. Occasionally, milk leaks from teats for several days to weeks before foaling, resulting in colostrum loss. If this occurs, work with your veterinarian to find an alternative source of colostrum for the neonate before foaling.

Take premature lactation (a clinical sign of placentitis) seriously and have your veterinarian examine the mare’s uteroplacental thickness (abnormal thickness can indicate issues such as placentitis). At the same time he or she should perform a vaginal exam and make sure no vaginal discharge is visible until a few days before delivery. Although abdominal distention is normal and more noticeable in the last trimester, have sudden and excessive distention evaluated to rule out hydrops conditions (excess placental fluids) or excessive edema (fluid swelling) that can weaken the ventral abdominal musculature. 

By the tenth month of gestation, the fetus will no longer be able to turn around. At this time mares can be examined using rectal ultrasound to determine fetal presentation. Although we can’t predict complications such as dystocia (a difficult birth), we can determine if the foal’s head is facing the cervix properly (anterior presentation). If the veterinarian can’t visualize the foal’s eyeball through the rectal wall on an ultrasound exam, this could indicate a possible breech (posterior presentation). Additionally, the veterinarian can evaluate uteroplacental thickness, examine the vulva for signs of discharge, and open the vulva if the mare had ever undergone a Caslick’s operation (sutures to prevent reproductive tract contamination). The veterinarian should also boost the mare’s immune system by administering her 10-month vaccinations; this will help her produce antibodies that will ultimately pass through the colostrum to the newborn in the first few hours after birth. The vaccines given will depend on the mare’s geographic location and her risk of disease exposure. Owners should move mares to a foaling facility, if necessary, at this time. 

During the final two weeks before her due date, the veterinarian should examine the mare frequently for physical changes such as vulvar laxity and edema, mucoid (resembling mucus) vulvar discharge, broad ligament (which suspends the uterus in the abdomen) relaxation, and udder size and secretion. Predicting the exact time of parturition is challenging, particularly in first-time foaling mares. The vet can, however, measure calcium and magnesium levels in udder secretions, which will increase in the last two to four days before parturition, to predict the time of foaling.

The actual foaling process is short and explosive, with delivery usually occurring in 20 to 30 minutes. If labor progression is slow, or if delivery lasts longer, the veterinarian should assess the mare immediately and correct any foal positioning abnormalities if necessary.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Juan Samper, DVM, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACT

Juan C. Samper, DVM, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACT, practices in British Columbia specializing in reproduction.

Veterans, Horses, and Loved Ones: EIE Highlights Charitable Causes

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February 13, 2017 – EquineInfoExchange.com learned about a wonderful organization called the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) while at the Washington International Horse Show last October. When a loved one does not return from being in the military, the grieving process for the surviving family can be overwhelming. 

Realizing the difficulties that these relatives and families endure, military veteran Bonnie Carroll founded TAPS in 1994 and serves as its president. She is the surviving spouse of the late Brigadier General Tom Carroll.

Since its inception, the charity has helped over 70,000 family members with sensitive care in the form of support programs and events for the families of fallen American military heroes. President Barack Obama recognized TAPS and Bonnie Carroll’s outstanding work by awarding her the Presidential Medal of Freedom, November 24, 2015.

Since 2009, TAPS has had a relationship with the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment Old Guard Caisson Platoon, of Fort Meyer, VA, which is part of the Old Guard, the oldest active duty unit in the Army, from 1784. The ceremonial cavalry platoon includes caisson horses participates in official parades, special events and presidential inaugurations, and it accompanies funerals at Arlington National Cemetery. 

One of the caisson horses currently serving is the adored seventeen year old, Klinger, a Morgan Percheron cross, 16 hands, with a magnetic presence. He has been known to show up at events, including the Washington International Horse Show. Klinger has proved so popular that TAPS published a children’s book named Klinger, A Story of Honor and Hope.

Occasionally, after serving for over a decade, a caisson horse comes up for adoption. The Old Guard takes applications from the public. 

Read more about Taps and the Old Guard Platoon here: http://equineinfoexchange.com/index.php/health-education/522-taps-and-the-old-guard-caisson-platoon

Louisiana Premier Night Results

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LOUISIANA BRED PREMIER NIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP

 

Delta Downs, 2-11-17, 1 11/16 Miles

Four Year Old and Upwards, Purse $150,000

MOBILE BAY

Lone Star Special – Tranquility Bay by Out of Place.

Breeder: Tigertail Ranch

Owner: Tigertail Ranch

Trainer: Victor Arceneaux

Jockey: Diego Saenz

2nd

The Pickett Factor

Gold Tribute-Dynaspice, by Dynaformer

Breeder: E. O. Pickett

Owner: Melissa Cantacuzene

Trainer: Ralph R. Irwin

Jockey: Luis Quinonez

3rd

Fort Pulaski

Any Given Satruday-Jazzwithcandy, by Jambalaya Jazz

Breeder: Tigertail Ranch

Owner: Tigertail Ranch

Trainer: Danny Pish

Jockey:Steven J. Bourque

Track: Fast, 1:44.81, Margins: 1, 4 1/2, 5

LOUISIANA BRED PREMIER NIGHT SPRINT

Delta Downs, 2-11-17, 5 furlongs

Four Year Old and Upwards, Purse $100,000

ICY GENTLEMAN

Yankee Gentleman – Icy Day by Five Star Day.

Breeder: Ironwater Farms Joint Venture

Owner: Ironwater Farms Joint Venture

Trainer: Henry B. Johnson, Jr.

Jockey: Jorge Guzman

2nd

C U Tiger

Indian Territory-Comehomewithasmile, by Came Home

Breeder: Bill Langford

Owner: Bill Langford and Roland Bruno

Trainer: Roland L. Bruno

Jockey: Alex Cortez

3rd

Greeley’s Wish

Greeley’s Galaxy-A Wish For Travis, by Moonlight Dancer

Breeder: Margie K. Averett

Owner: Brian Schweda

Trainer: Brian Schweda

Jockey: Timothy Thornton

Track: Fast, :58.46, Margins: 3, 3/4, 3

LOUISIANA BRED PREMIER NIGHT DISTAFF

Delta Downs, 2-11-17, 1 Mile

Four Year Old and Upwards, Fillies & Mares, Purse $100,000

BIG WORLD

Custom for Carlos – Tensas Wedding Joy by Broken Vow

Breeder: Curt Leake & Elm Tree Farm , LLC

Owner: Maggi Moss

Trainer: Thomas M. Amoss

Jockey: Gerard Melancon

2nd

Illussion Artist

Drosselmeyer-Art of Illusion, by Forest Wildcat

Breeder: 4 M Ranch

Owner: Steve Landers Racing LLC

Trainer: Brad H. Cox

Jockey: Colby Hernandez

3rd

Pacific Pink

Private Vow-Truly Romantic, by Robyn Dancer

Breeder: Brandon Adcock

Owner: Keith Plaisance

Trainer: Edward J. Johnston

Jockey: Miguel Mena

Track: Fast, 1:38.91, Margins: 4, 1, 2

LOUISIANA BRED PREMIER NIGHT MATRON

Delta Downs, 2-11-17, 5 furlongs

Four Year Old and Upwards, Fillies & Mares, Purse $100,000

SUNNY OAK

Giant Oak – Heckuva Time by Gilded Time

Breeder: Jeff Wahman & Darlene Wahman

Owner: Keith Plaisance

Trainer: Edward J. Johnston

Jockey: Miguel Mena

2nd

Sarge’s Daughter

Salute The Sarge-Mind Blowing, by Friends Lake

Breeder: Southern Equine Stables, LLC & DarrellC. Comeaux

Owner: Brian Freking and Anthony J. Wolfe

Trainer: William B. Sandmann III

Jockey: Eddie Martin, Jr.

3rd

Smittys Cougar

Half Ours-Smitty’s Sunshine, by Seeking A Home

Breeder: Elliott Necaise

Owner: Susan K. Love

Trainer: Ron Faucheux

Jockey: Gerard Melancon

Track: Fast, :58.30, Margins: 3 1/2, 1/2, hd

LOUISIANA BRED PREMIER NIGHT STARLET

Delta Downs, 2-11-17, 1 Mile

Three Year Old Fillies, Purse $100,000

MR. AL’S GAL

Salute the Sarge – Spanish Ice by Spanish Steps

Breeder: Roger Guy Smith

Owner: Roger G. Smith

Trainer: Justin Jeansonne

Jockey: Richard Eramia

2nd

Our Millie

Half Ours-Magic Maiden, by You and I

Breeder: Barbara V. Rowell

Owner: Marble Farms LLC

Trainer: Joseph M. Foster

Jockey: Alexander Castillo

3rd

My Gal Layla

My Pal Charlie-Bellebottom Blues, by Cure The Blues

Breeder: Elliott Necaise

Owner: Susan K. Love

Trainer: Eduardo Ramirez

Jockey: Roberto Morales

Track: Fast, 1:40.89, Margins: 4 3/4, 1/2, 3 1/4

LOUISIANA BRED PREMIER NIGHT PRINCE

Delta Downs, 2-11-17, 1 Mile

Three Year Olds, Purse $100,000

UNDER PRESSURE

Birdstone – Charming Colleen by Charismatic

Breeder: James McIngvale

Owner: Mallory Greiner

Trainer: Chris Richard

Jockey: Diego Saenz

2nd

Magic Vow

Private Vow-Whitewashed, by Broad Brush

Breeder: J. Adcock

Owner: Brittlyn Stable, Inc

Trainer: Allen Landry

Jockey: Kerwin D. Clark

3rd

Saints Fan

Tale of Ekati-Boy Crazy, by Sky Mesa

Breeder: Dallas Stewart

Owner: Dallas Stewart

Trainer: Dallas Stewart

Jockey: Colby Hernandez

Track: Fast, 1:40.47, Margins: 2, 1 1/2, 3/4

LOUISIANA BRED PREMIER NIGHT RAGIN CAJUN STARTER HANDICAP

Delta Downs, 2-11-17, 5 furlongs

Four Year Olds And Upward, Purse $50,000

HE’S ALL OURS

Half Ours-Bate’s Lady, by Lord Carson

Breeder: Jarvis Fortier & Doris Hebert

Owner: Dale White, Sr.

Trainer: Eduardo Ramirez

Jockey: Roberto Morales

2nd

Totally Ours

Half Ours-Swifty Victress, by Macho Uno

Breeder: Clear Creek Stud, LLC

Owner: Fleur De Lis Investments

Trainer: Corale A. Richards

Jockey: Colby J. Hernandez

3rd

Say Charlie

My Pal Charlie-Say Afleet, by Northern Afleet

Breeder: Stewart M. Madison & Channon Farm, LLC

Owner: David Fontenot Racing, LLC

Trainer: Shane Wilson

Jockey: Ashley Broussard

Track: Fast, :59.68, Margins: no, 1, 1

LOUISIANA BRED PREMIER NIGHT BON TEMPS STARTER HANDICAP

Delta Downs, 2-11-17, 5 furlongs

Four Year Olds And Upward, Fillies And Mares, Purse $50,000

LADY EMILY SAGE

Intimidator-Lady Fingers, by More Than Ready

Breeder: Steve Asmussen

Owner: Ricky Courville & David Roy

Trainer: Ricky Courville

Jockey: Colby Hernandez

2nd

Tunica Girl

Gold Tribute-Forge Ahead, by Sunny’s Halo

Breeder: Neal McFadden & Mary McFadden

Owner: Clyde Taylor

Trainer: Brent Delahoussaye

Jockey: Steve Bourque

3rd

Chaotic Kitty

Big Top Cat-Lemon Yellow, by Red Ransom

Breeder: Circle H Farms

Owner: End Zone Athletics, Inc.

Trainer: Karl Broberg

Jockey: Ashley Broussard

Track: Fast, :59.84, Margins: hd, nk, hd

LOUISIANA BRED PREMIER NIGHT GENTLEMEN STARTER HANDICAP

Delta Downs, 2-11-17, 1 1/16 Miles

Four Years Old And Upward, Purse $50,000

FLIT N TIME

Time Bandit-Miss Flit N Flot, by Leestown

Breeder: Margie K. Averett

Owner: Bonnie Wall

Trainer: Sam Breaux

Jockey: Diego Saenz

2nd

Rare

Fusaichi Pegasus-Xylophoone, by Dehere

Breeder: Curt Leake

Owner: Christopher E. Savage

Trainer: Sam Breaux

Jockey: Roberto Morales

3rd

Heavy On TheMister

Lion Tamer-Twinwinwin, by Twining

Breeder: T.J. Dickey & Rebecca Farm

Owner: Raymond Todd White and Randy J. Stone

Trainer: Karl Broberg

Jockey: Timothy Thornton

Track: Fast, 1:46.19, Margins: 7 1/4, 1 3/4, 1 1/2

LOUISIANA BRED PREMIER NIGHT LADIES STARTER HANDICAP

Delta Downs, 2-11-17, 1 Mile

Four Year Olds And Upward, Fillies And Mares, Purse $50,000

NIGHT PARADE

Parading-Huckie, by Fast Play

Breeder: Stacy Moak

Owner: Rhonda Snodderly

Trainer: Alex De Beauville

Jockey: Larry Taylor

2nd

Coast Of La

Costa Rising-Kris’stalwart, by Stalwart

Breeder: Jarvis Fortier & Doris Hebert

Owner: Sandy Badeaux

Trainer: Eduardo Ramirez

Jockey: RDiego Saenz

3rd

Salty Martini

Quiet American-French Martini, by Salt Lake

Breeder: Becky Winemiller

Owner: Kimberly Blackmon

Trainer: Donald Watson, Jr

Jockey: Bethany Taylor

Track: Fast, 1:41.22, Margins: 3, 2, 4 1/2

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Nelson J. Menard Obituary

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Nelson J. Menard passed away Thursday, February 9, 2017 of heart failure at the age of 70. Nelson was a native of Abberville, LA and resident of Kenner, LA until his time of death. He was survived by his lovely wife of 50 years Frankie Farmer Menard and their two children Nelson Menard Jr. and Crishella Menard(Jude). He is also survived by three grandsons Charlie Menard, Rocco and Enzo Marullo, sisters Audrey Bourque (Roy), Velta O’Brien, Willis Menard (Blue), godchild Kyla Romero and other nieces, nephews and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Paul and Delta Roy Menard, in laws Ocie Lee and Vernice Farmer and a brother in law Danny O’Brien. He was a jockey for 30 plus years, being leading rider and winning many titles. At present time, he was Clerk of Sales at the Fair Grounds. Nelson was deputy with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff Department for over 20 years. A job he loved and enjoyed. He considered them family and friends. His hobbies were fishing, spending time with grandchildren and family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Celebration of Life Service at the New Orleans Fair Grounds, the Paddock, 1751 Gentilly Blvd. New Orleans, LA 70119 on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 11:30AM. Visitation will begin at 11:00AM. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

MOBILE BAY BECOMES A MILLIONAIRE WITH IMPRESSIVE WIN IN THE $150,000 LOUISIANA PREMIER NIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP AT DELTA DOWNS

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–  LEADING JOCKEY DIEGO SAENZ GETS A RIDING TRIPLE ON RICH NIGHT OF RACING –

VINTON, LA. – Delta Downs hosted the 14th edition of Louisiana Premier Night on Saturday which included 10 stakes races and total purse money of more than $850,000 offered. The featured event on the card was the $150,000 Louisiana Premier Night Championship, which was won by Tigertail Ranch’s Mobile Bay, who went over the $1 million mark in career earnings with the victory. Mobile Bay is trained by Victor Arceneaux and was ridden by Diego Saenz, who had a riding triple on the night.

Mobile Bay broke sharply in the 1-1/16 mile Championship and took the lead after Grande Basin set the initial pace and went the opening quarter mile in 24.31 seconds. The eventual winner led the field of 10 onto the backstretch while going the half mile in 48.00 and three quarters in 1:12.49. When Mobile Bay reached the homestretch he was confronted by The Pickett Factor, who moved alongside the leader but could not get past and would up beaten by one length on the finish line. Fort Pulaski finished another 4-1/2 lengths behind the top pair in third.

Mobile Bay covered the distance over a fast track in 1:44.81.

The win by Mobile Bay marked the 10th triumph of his 25-race career and the $90,000 first-place prize put his career bankroll over the seven digit mark at $1,006,440.

Bred in Louisiana by his owner, Mobile Bay is a 5-year-old dark bay or brown horse by Lone Star Special out of the Out of Place mare Tranquility Bay.

Sent to the gate as the heavy favorite at odds of 4-5 on the tote board, Mobile Bay returned $3.60 to win, $2.80 to place and $2.20 to show. The Pickett Factor paid $5.20 to place and $3.40 to show. Fort Pulaski was worth $12.60 to show.

In other action on Louisiana Premier Night it was Underpressure winning the $100,000 LAPN Prince with jockey Diego Saenz in the saddle for trainer Chris Richard. The winner is owned by Mallory Greiner.

The $100,000 LAPN Starlet was annexed by Mr. Al’s Gal, who reported home in front with jockey Richard Eramia at the controls. Mr. Al’s Gal is owned by Brittlyn Stable, Inc. and is conditioned by Justin Jeansonne.

The $100,000 LAPN Matron was the scene of Sunny Oak’s latest score as she won easily with jockey Miguel Mena riding for trainer Edward Johnston. Sunny Oak is owned by Keith Plaisance.

This year’s $100,000 LAPN Distaff was taken by Maggi Moss’s Big World, who was ridden to victory by jockey Gerard Melancon. Big World is conditioned by Tom Amoss.

Icy Gentleman pulled an upset in the $100,000 LAPN sprint with jockey Jorge Guzman aboard for trainer Henry B. Johnson, Jr. The winner is owned by Ironwater Farms Joint Venture.

Night Parade was successful in this year’s $50,000 LAPN Ladies Starter with jockey Larry Taylor. Night Parade is owned by Rhonda Snodderly and is trained by Alex De Beauville.

The $50,000 LAPN Gentlemen Starter was won by Flit N Time, who was also ridden by Diego Saenz. The winner is trained by Sam Breaux and is owned by Bonnie Wall.

The $50,000 Bon Temps Starter saw upsetter Lady Emily Sage make it to the wire in front. Colby Hernandez rode the winner for trainer Rickey Courville and owners David Roy and Ricky Courville.

And finally the night was capped off with a win by Totally Ours, who just held on for victory in the LAPN Ragin Cajun Starter with jockey Roberto Morales in the saddle. Totally Ours is owned by Dale White, Sr. and is trained by Eduardo Ramirez.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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