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FEATURE: Dare to Dream Dolenski reaching goals in racing Story on page 25 JULY 2020 Serving the Indiana Indiana Harness Racing Industry StandardbredMAGAZINE Ready and Waiting Converse Fairgrounds ready for racing Produced by the Indiana Standardbred Association Have a story idea for the ISA Magazine? We’d love to hear about it. Contact Tammy Knox at [email protected] or the ISA Office at (317) 462-6616 Serving the Indiana Indiana Harness Racing Industry StandardbredMAGAZINE ISA Healthcare Center Now – November 2020 Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Located in the Racing Administration Building at Harrah’s Hoosier Park ISA Healthcare Center Number (317) 621-1230 A valid 2020 IHRC Standardbred (Owner, Driver, Trainer, Groom) license and photo i.d. is required upon arrival for services. from the EDITOR Indiana Standardbred MAGAZINE By the time this issue arrives in homes, racing should be back to the new nor- mal. The state of Indiana approved a start date of June 16 without spectators and beginning July 4, spectators were slated to be added to the grandstands at both the pari-mutuel and county fair level. Early indications for Governor Holcomb’s phased in plan appears to be hitting all marks as the state works to get back on track. So, what will the new normal look like? Most likely, social distancing will remain in place for the time being and the Early indications for grandstand area, both inside and outside at Harrah’s Hoo- Governor Holcomb’s sier Park, will adopt a new setup. But whatever that layout is, the main thing is horses are back racing, money will phased in plan begin to flow again, and people will be back to work as the appears to be hitting rebuilding process begins for all facets of the industry in the state of Indiana. all marks as the state works to get back This issue of the Indiana Standardbred Magazine has taken on a theme of inspiration. John Dolenski has overcome odds on track. to work in the industry as a groom. Bruce Nickells has en- joyed decades of success at a level most dream about, Jeff Fought identified a way to reunite Shane Bowermaster with a special horse, and a horseshoeing school nearby is thriving. It is always amazing to see the way individuals step up in times of adversity. Denise Dennis’ company created and delivered 7,000 masks to front line Above: workers in the Indianapolis area, a very inspiring gesture. Dawn Curran, Audrey Cowhie and Desirae It is also optimistic to see how all the racing organizations in the state came Seekman will soon be grabbing a ride once together and worked through some very trying times. Because of their efforts, again to the front paddock at Harrah’s racing has solid footing moving through the second half of 2020 to achieve Hoosier Park. Photo by Dean Gillette some great things. That’s very motivating to make this year a memorable On Our Cover: time for Indiana Standardbred racing. Converse Fairgrounds sits quietly awaiting the Indiana Sired Fair Circuit, which kicks off at that facility in early July for the adjusted 2020 racing season. Photo by Dean Gillette July 2020 Indiana Standardbred Magazine 1 Indiana Standardbred INSIDE MAGAZINE this issue Volume 9, Issue 3 • July 2020 Editor Tammy Knox Photography: Brandon Bates Dean Gillette/makemeaprint.com Ground Work: Tammy Jackson Tammy Knox Getting the dirt on Indiana’s ovals Desirae Seekman Ellen Taylor 6 Amy Welch Writers: Robert Heyden All The Right Moves: Tammy Knox Simon LeFranc Denise Dennis choreographs community assistance Tara Ellen Taylor 12 Additional Information: Indiana Standardbred Breed Development Bruce Nickells: Editorial Board: Dr. Alan White (Chair) A polished gentleman Doug Rideout 16 Sarah Conrad Coming Home Mykindachip a gift of a lifetime Indiana Standardbred Magazine is published five times annually by the 28 Indiana Standardbred Association 311 American Legion Place Greenfield, IN 46140 FEATURES Phone: (317) 462-6616 or (800) 565-5725 . ISA Directors 4 By The Numbers 15 Visit us online at: www.indianaharness.com . Turning Back Time 11 In Remembrance 46 Periodical postage paid at Indianapolis, IN Postmaster Send Changes to: Indiana Standardbred Association 311 American Legion Place Greenfield, IN 46140 2 Indiana Standardbred Magazine July 2020 Harness Horse Youth Foundation providing activity boxes Nothing replaces braiding a foretop or jogging a horse on the track – we know that! “We needed to find a way to take racing edu- cation right into the home of the kid who loves horses who won’t get the opportunity to attend a camp this year,” explained Harness Horse Youth Foundation (HHYF) President Adam Bowden. “For many years, the office has stockpiled unique methods of teaching about harness racing which we usually incorporate in some way during our hands-on programs. We have quickly adapted and created activities to put in boxes for individu- al learning. We feel confident that families, small groups like 4-H, and teachers will find value in the information.” There are four boxes in total, each with its own theme – Harness Racing 101, Before The Track, To help bridge the gap between school and summer activities, the Harness At The Track, and It’s All Related. The Activi- Horse Youth Foundation created special kits designed to educate and entertain ty Boxes are stuffed with games and projects which kids during Covid-19 restrictions. Photo by Ellen Taylor intertwine harness racing and general horse informa- tion with art, math, science, history, social science, language arts and even some vocabulary words. are encouraged to consider ordering all four boxes at once with a discount offered for doing so; the cost is $90 The content is which includes postage within the United States. geared toward ages 10 to 13, but older “HHYF understands that many families are strug- teens will find the gling right now so we have kept our production costs material entertain- as low as possible in order to keep the boxes affordable ing as well. Because too,” added Bowden. of the build-on- To order, visit https://hhyf.org/activity-boxes/ or call your-knowledge (317) 908-0029 for additional information. Boxes may be Several different activity boxes are available design, purchasers to kids ranging in interests and age groups. ordered now through September 15, 2020. Photo by Ellen Taylor July 2020 Indiana Standardbred Magazine 3 2020 Directors Brandon Bates Wilbur Eash Joe Putnam (President) Monroe, IN Alexandria, IN Pendleton, IN Cell: (260) 417-1256 Cell: (260)463-1419 Cell: (765) 620-2840 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Sarah Conrad Chad Gooding (Treasurer) Matt Rheinheimer Morristown, IN McCordsville, IN LaGrange, IN Cell: (317) 490-1619 Cell: (317) 491-2449 Cell: (260) 585-0114 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Jeff Cullipher Randy Hatton Doug Rideout Pendleton,IN Anderson, IN Winchester, IN Cell: (765) 602-5940 Cell: (702) 336-0779 Cell: (765)546-0351 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] John DeLong Richard Keaton (1st Vice President) Jacob Smith (2nd Vice President) Anderson, IN Morristown, IN Knightstown, IN Cell: (608) 359-6477 Cell: (317) 341-1066 Cell: (317)339-1429 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Emily Dever Dennis Petty (Board Secretary) Alan White Converse,IN Anderson,IN Fountain City, IN Cell: (765) 860-2312 Cell: (317) 339-7417 Cell: (765) 967-2836 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Lisa Krise Kristi Comstock Office Manager Benevolence Administrator About the ISA The Indiana Standardbred Association (ISA) is a do not have to be from the State of Indiana. Limited non-profit organization led by 15 elected directors. benefits are available with a paid membership. We support the Indiana Standardbred Horse Racing Industry and all of its affiliated horsemen and women. PURPOSE: To promote and increase interest in harness horses and The ISA continually strives to meet the needs and harness racing; to represent and establish cooperation wishes of the harness people of Indiana and favorably between county, state, and pari-mutuel racetrack oper- position the association to represent the harness horse ations, breeders, owners, trainers, drivers and grooms; industry in matters involving the legislature, the Indi- to sponsor and promote Standardbred racing, breed- ana Horse Racing Commission (IHRC), pari-mutuel ing, training, and development programs in the State of race track management, and other matters directly Indiana; to represent horsemen/women for negotiations involving member’s interests. with racetrack operations and to take other actions in Membership is voluntary with an annual membership the furtherance of the Standardbred Racing Industry fee of $25. Anyone can become a member. Members in the state of Indiana. Indiana Standardbred Association 311 American Legion Place, Greenfield, IN 46140 (800) 565-5725 or (317) 462-6616 ~ Fax: (317) 462-7240 www.indianaharness.com ~ Email: [email protected] 4 Indiana Standardbred Magazine July 2020 2020 Committees INDIANA STANDARDBRED ASSOCIATION Executive Committee Budget/Finance Membership/Promotions Joe Putnam President/Chair Chad Gooding Treasurer/Chair Richard Keaton Chair Richard Keaton 1st Vice President Joe Putnam President Emily Dever Jacob Smith 2nd Vice President Richard Keaton 1st Vice President Wilbur Eash Dennis Petty Board Secretary Jacob Smith 2nd Vice President Randy Hatton Chad Gooding Treasurer Dennis Petty Board Secretary Dennis Petty Contract Negotiations