Woodbine Entertainment Group (WEG) announced the hiring of Stuart Slagle as its new Thoroughbred Racing Secretary.
Slagle, 47, is currently the Racing Secretary at Hastings Park. His appointment at Woodbine is effective November 10.
After stops at race offices across the continent, including Colonial Downs, Sunland Park and the Maryland Jockey Club, he became the Racing Secretary at Manor Downs, Arapahoe Park and finally Hastings in 2013.
“We respect Stuart’s experience in racing,” said Steve Lym, WEG’s Thoroughbred Director of Racing, who has also held the Woodbine Racing Secretary role since 2003. “He brings a fresh perspective that will greatly benefit our racing program. He has experience with American racetracks, but a familiarity with Canadian racing and its intricacies as well.”
“I’ve watched and admired Woodbine racing for many years,” said Slagle, who was born in Ohio and raised in Texas. “I’m thrilled to be joining such a first-class organization like the Woodbine Entertainment Group.”
The 133-day Woodbine meet concludes on December 7.
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