Amanda Vandermeersch is more than holding her own in one of North America’s largest and most competitive jockey colonies.
Profiles
“Any time I’m around a horse, I’m happy” says the University of Guelph student of her very special intern placement.
Alf Bavington guided E.P. Taylor’s Major Factor to victory in the 92nd (and final) running of the King’s Plate at Woodbine Park.
The young Ukrainian had some preconceived notions about racing, but is now an enthusiastic student of the Thoroughbred game.
A look at the early mornings and busy days of these important backstretch workers who keep their Thoroughbreds charges racing fit.
The former jockey from Trinidad started RDP Pony Services at Woodbine in 2021, providing the services of these hardworking heroes of the racetrack.
In this series, Woodbine horse people answer fun, offbeat questions while giving readers a unique perspective into their personality.
In this exclusive excerpt from Curtis Stock's new book, a young Ron Turcotte and his buddie Reggie Pelletier desperately comb Toronto for work.
Despite a cancer diagnosis, a serious injury and the loss of a top owner, this jockey-turned-trainer isn’t throwing in the towel just yet.
The Thoroughbred groom has been in the business for over two decades and encourages anyone with an affinity for horses to get in the game.
One of Woodbine's highest-percentage trainers by wins loves his horses, his staff and the happy banter he has with fellow horsepeople.
Trainer Tharrenos and jockey Contreras talk about the 2022 Woodbine season and their goals for the upcoming 2023 Woodbine campaign.
Her latest trip spanned seven weeks in Thailand and yes, she even managed to sneak in a day at the horse races.
Friends and family remember the incredible contribution Todd made to racing in British Columbia, in a multitude of ways.
In this week’s report, trainer Don MacRae and jockey Slade Jones discuss their 2022 seasons and hopes for 2023.
