Congratulations to Yonkers Raceway driver Jason Bartlett for his selection as a recipient of the Thurman Munson Award from the AHRC-New York City Foundation. AHRC is an organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Jason, along with other sports celebrities will be honored on February 2nd for his work exploits on the track as well as for his philanthropic efforts.
It is always great to see one of racing's own being recognized for their contributions to their community. Unfortunately, we don't see it often enough. This is not to say people within the industry are not generous nor making a difference in their communities; we are doing a poor job in publicizing it. I realize many people prefer their charitable deeds be done without recognition but it is important for the sport to recognize and seek publictiy for those that do good deeds outside of the industry. It is always easy to be indifferent or critical of something where you lack a personal connection. By getting those within our industry involved in charitable organizations, it help harness racing establish a personal connection with the general public. If a person involved in harness racing gets recognized, we need to make sure it gets as much publicity as possible as it helps not only the sport, but the group recognizing our horsemen and industry leaders.
Racing returns to Yonkers Raceway this evening, kicking off the 2010 racing season at The Hilltop. At this point, with many tracks closed for the winter, there should be enough horses for both racing programs. Saturday night at the Meadowlands the first leg of the Presidential Series for FFA pacers kicks-off with a full field of eleven pacers taking to the track. Sunday brings us the first afternoon card of the 2010 Meadowlands meet with ten races on the card.
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