Track to Close for Maintenance on June 6

  May 21, 2013 - 12:27 am |
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The Meadows Race Office advises horsemen that the main track will be closed on Thursday, June 6 for installation of the new matrix board.

Track to Open on Selected Upcoming Sundays for Training

  May 13, 2013 - 11:32 pm |
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The Meadows Race Office has announced that the main track will be open for training on Sunday, June 2 and Sunday, June 30. It will also be open for training on Sunday, August 4 and Sunday, August 11.

MSOA Advises Caution in Regard to Vernon Downs Quarantine

  May 8, 2013 - 7:23 pm |
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The USTA has reported that Vernon Downs in New York has been quarantined following a horse being diagnosed with EHV (equine herpes virus). No racetrack should permit any horses to be entered that may have been exposed or may have raced at Vernon Downs and horsemen should take every precaution in this matter to protect their training centers and stables.

For further information, visit this link:  http://xwebapp.ustrotting.com/absolutenm/templates/article.aspx?articleid=53390&zoneid=1

Trainforthefuture breedings available to benefit MSOA Scholarship Fund

  April 24, 2013 - 12:59 am |
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The Meadows Standardbred Owners Association is pleased to once again announce the donation of two breedings to the stallion Trainforthefuture to benefit the MSOA collegiate scholarship fund, which assists young individuals from harness racing families seeking to further their futures through academic opportunities.
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Track announces restrictions for summer events

  April 23, 2013 - 1:11 am |
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The Meadows Racetrack & Casino has announced that due to several summer events, the racetrack will have restricted use on the following dates:

  • Saturday, May 4 – Track closes at 10AM (Kentucky Derby)
  • Saturday, May 18 – Track closes at 11AM (Preakness)
  • Sunday, May 19 – Track closed (Car Cruise)
  • Saturday, June 1 – Track closed (Concert)
  • Saturday, June 8 – Track closes at 11AM (Belmont)
  • Saturday, June 29 – Track closed (Concert)
  • Saturday, August 3 – Track closed (Concert)
  • Sunday, August 11 – Track closed (Concert)
  • Saturday, August 17 – Track closed (Concert)

3YO Sire Stake Eligibles released

  April 22, 2013 - 1:16 am |
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The Pennsylvania Harness Racing Commission has released the list of eligible 3YOs for PA Sire Stake (pari-mutuel) races for 2013.  Click on the link for each list.

Race Office updates Approval Guidelines

  April 20, 2013 - 1:19 am |
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The Race Office has updated the Horse Approval Guidelines, effective immediately.

HORSE APPROVAL GUIDELINES, Updated APRIL, 2013

Additionally, the Race Office has announced two additional track rules, effective immediately:

  1. The use of cell phones while training or jogging on the main track or the back track is prohibited.
  2. Helmets with chin straps fastened are required while on the main track or back track.

NOTICE for Drivers, Trainers & Grooms

  March 24, 2013 - 1:27 am |
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Trainers, drivers and grooms are reminded that they must be members of the MSOA to receive retirement benefits. Membership renewal was required by the end of the 60-day grace period, March 1, in order to maintain benefits from the MSOA, including Health Insurance, Sulky Insurance, Third Party Liability and Fire & Disaster Insurance,
If you have not already renewed your MSOA membership for 2013, please do so immediately.

Trainers, drivers and grooms are encouraged to check the lists below to make sure they are current members of the MSOA for 2013. Contact the MSOA at 724-228-3644 to join the MSOA or renew your membership.

FULL MEMBERS (OWNERS, DRIVERS & TRAINERS) – 2013

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS (GROOMS) – 2013