BEL spill: Lakeman 'critical but stable'

[docicu3]

I certainly do not want to imply that I KNOW this guys case but hopefully the usual standards of care will apply.

Please understand that I have no first hand knowledge of his moment to moment condition but can hopefully ease a few hearts about the info available.

Do you know for sure what hospital Lakeman is admitted to as the local hospital to the track is not a Level 1 trauma center which is where a case like this is normally taken once triaged appropriately.

[GPK]

just saw the race replay...horrific.


Prayers to Mr. Lakeman and his family.

[sumitas]

Our Montana Dream was continually checked prior to clipping heels. She didn't appear to have any room and clipped heels on the rail. I sincelrely hope all are well. Here is the replay.
http://www.racereplays.com/nybreds/i...cename=friday1

[Lava]

boy that was bad I hope it all turns out ok

[pointman]

Belmont jockys go to North Shore University Hospital and they do have a level 1 trauma center. I am not positive that he went there, but I'm pretty sure.

[docicu3]

If I looked up the right place North Shore Long Island Jewish is a full service Level 1 trauma center so I stand corrected above.

So why were the jocks complaining last year about medical services or was that during the Aqueduct season?

[pointman]

That was during Aqueduct, North Shore is where they wanted to be taken from Aqueduct as well.

[cmorioles]

The latest:

http://www.drf.com/news/article/85256.html

Jockey Andrew Lakeman, involved in a spill at Belmont Park on Friday, remained in critical condition at North Shore University Hospital on Long Island Saturday morning with what track officials and trainers said was severe spinal cord damage. He was put on a respirator Saturday morning while hospital officials tried to reach out to his family in England.

[Riot]

I haven't seen any updates on this yet in the press today. Anybody?

It is always disturbing to me, when I win money on a race where a horse or jockey is injured, or worse. Emphasizes the frivolity and luxury of my entertainment within the big picture. Another typical 4th race at Belmont, on just another weekday afternoon ... how many fans will remember this incident next week? Remember Andrew Lakemans name in a month?

I was wondering how the average fan, who owes a great deal to the men and women that choose to put their lives on the line in the saddle on a daily basis, could get involved or contribute. We have contributed hundreds of thousands to the horses that we owe so much to, before and after Barbaro. I think the interest and care on the part of the fans is there, obviously.

Anyway, yesterday I e-mailed Pat Day, Racetrack Chaplaincy of America, to see if there is any way an average joe could contribute positively when such a tragic situation occurs. I'd much rather Lakeman and his family have the money I won yesterday, if they could use it. If I hear anything, I'll let you guys know.

[Honu]

Originally Posted by Riot

I haven't seen any updates on this yet in the press today. Anybody?

It is always disturbing to me, when I win money on a race where a horse or jockey is injured, or worse. Emphasizes the frivolity and luxury of my entertainment within the big picture. Another typical 4th race at Belmont, on just another weekday afternoon ... how many fans will remember this incident next week? Remember Andrew Lakemans name in a month?

I was wondering how the average fan, who owes a great deal to the men and women that choose to put their lives on the line in the saddle on a daily basis, could get involved or contribute. We have contributed hundreds of thousands to the horses that we owe so much to, before and after Barbaro. I think the interest and care on the part of the fans is there, obviously.

Anyway, yesterday I e-mailed Pat Day, Racetrack Chaplaincy of America, to see if there is any way an average joe could contribute positively when such a tragic situation occurs. I'd much rather Lakeman and his family have the money I won yesterday, if they could use it. If I hear anything, I'll let you guys know.

You can also call the jocks room at the track and find out if they have a sign up sheet or where you can send money , its a common thing for there to be a list for riders donating jock mounts to assist hurt riders.