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09-18-2009, 12:08 PM
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Saw this the other day.
http://monmouthpark.com/event_detail.aspx?id=2311
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09-18-2009, 08:32 PM
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Mr. Raffetto has done an excellent job of trying to increase the awareness of steeplechasing in the US. I understand it's never going to reach the popularity that it enjoys in Ireland, France or the UK, but the more exposure it gets will generate greater interest and hopefully an increased fan base.
Saratoga was/will continue to be a great platform for steeplechasing and while they can be a little tricky to bet, if you were able to catch a winner on a few of those races, you were well rewarded (3 out of 6 winners were double-digit odds). Now, Mr. Raffetto is following up Saratoga's success by staging a mixed-meet at Monmouth Park. This used to be the old Monmouth County Hunt, but it makes perfect sense to run this meet at Monmouth Park in conjunction with 4 other flat races. Great exposure and should be a wonderful day of racing. I wish I could be there but will follow/bet it through my ADW. MaTH, I hope you (and other DTers in the area) have the opportunity to attend and enjoy this exciting day of racing. Additionally, I hope it will generate a few more recruits/fans to the jump game. Also to note - Belmont has a Grade 1 on Sunday's card, 1st race. Should be a fantastic race with most of the top steeplechasers in action.
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09-19-2009, 07:28 AM
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Sunday's race (the Lonesome Glory) lost some luster when it was announced last month that Good Night Shirt was out for the year. Nonetheless, it should be a good race, I'm a fan of Dynaski.
Agree on Lou Rafetto, he's a good guy and a sharp marketer. I think he will do alot for the 'chasing game. Whether or not the 'chasing mainstays like it is another story.
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09-21-2009, 01:33 PM
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I agree. I believe there are some in the jumping game that would like to keep it as "their best kept secret". But hopefully that will change and 'chasing will continue to gain popularity and support from the rest of the racing community. Now on to Monmouth next Saturday.
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09-21-2009, 02:16 PM
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Far Hills
All DT'ers,
October 17th is the Far Hills Hunt in Far Hills NJ. I have been the examining and course veterinarian for this race meet for about 15 years. It is always a Great Day. If you live in NY, NJ DE or Eastern PA, you are close, come out to this meeting. If you thinking of coming from farther away to visit the area contact me I can tell you good places to stay. It will be really special this year and have 5 hours of live TV coverage. Check out the web page link below and see all of the great pictures from last year. They have bookmaker booths for wagering as well. If you are going to come, get your tickets, and e-mail me work cball@summitvetpharm.com home cabvmd86@cs.com or call my cell 732-610-0393 I will try to meet you and get you a good spot. CABVMD www.farhillsrace.org
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01-26-2010, 09:50 AM
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Hadn't had a chance to post this, but Raffetto is moving on from NSA.
Is it fair to speculate that he could end up right back on top of the MJC after MEC bows out? Raffetto leaving steeplechase group By DRF Staff Lou Raffetto will be leaving his post as CEO of the National Steeplechase Association on June 30. A former president of the Maryland Jockey Club, Raffetto is leaving to pursue other opportunities within the Thoroughbred racing industry, the steeplechase group said in a release. Raffetto joined the steeplechase group in March 2008. According to the release, Raffetto initiated live video streaming of steeplechase meets on the organization's website, helped develop the first parimutuel card centered on steeplechasing last September at Monmouth Park, and created a day of championship steeplechase racing last fall broadcast live on NBC Universal Sports. Raffetto, 59, held key management positions at Monmouth Park and Suffolk Downs in addition to the Maryland Jockey Club.
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