Like some others, my first interest in racing was with harness horses. My big brother would take me to Raceway Park in Toledo (was then a dump and still is!) or Scioto Downs in Columbus. I have many friends who are owners in harness racing and still will do harness races following their interests (never miss the Jug!) As a youngster, remember watching TV and all the Triple Crown races but first real betting moment was the Monarchos Derby in 2001! I was in Vegas in the sports book @ Bally's. The place was packed and alive! I hit the tri and I was hooked!
