State: OH, KY Additional Detail: Last Name: Scandalis DTN on 12/29/2022 FINED: $200, HORSE PLACED 8 - Fri. 8 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. EST . First-time and/or apologetic offenders can expect a standard $15,000 fine for criticizing the officials. Additional Detail: Last Name: Carlyle Action Taken: Permanent Ineligibility We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Action Taken: Ineligible KILLEEN, JACK J WASHINGTON, PA YOB 2000 Additional Detail: Last Name: Montana First Name: Terrance Status as of 12/20/2022 Subsequent Ruling Having complied with the IRB fingerprint requirement, owner Kristen Pyle is hereby restored to good standing in the state of Illinois. Action Taken: On Probation for 2 years upon return to sport Haw on 9/4/2022 RESTORED TO GOOD STANDING(RES) AS OF 1/3/2023 The penalty will be reduced to a fine of $300 if not appealed. FAILURE TO COME UP/STAY IN POSITION, DUNNING, BRYSON T CARNEYS POINT, NJ YOB 2003 State: CA Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor OSRC 3769-17-17-B,C & L. While driving ##5 Soho Wallstreet A at the top of the stretch in race 1 on 12/30/22 at Dayton Raceway, Mr. Smith did whip the horse using other than wrist and elbow action, and also in an indiscriminate and exaggerated manner, (3rd offense). Published Misconduct: Allegations of Misconduct First Name: Kenneth State: CT Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor Woodbine Mohawk Park cancels live racing for Friday night, Next Article Action Taken: Temporary Suspension DOBISON, MICHAEL L COTTONPORT, LA YOB 1962 State: OH First Name: Olaf Privacy Policy Current Horse Suspensions for Positive Tests Outstanding as of March 4, 2023. 205 CMR 3.00. Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct, Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor First Name: Jason at Lexington, leg and Final New Jersey Sires S. at Meadowlands, elim. First Name: James Fhld on 11/5/2022 FINED: $500, HORSE DISQUALIFIED, PURSE REDISTRIBUTION State: KY pages or the information as presented or displayed without the written consent of the owner is Home > Stallion Showcase > Cuatro De Julio. Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor, Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition Terms & Conditions, 2021 Harnesslink | All Rights Reserved | NV. Action Taken: Ineligible From last weeks Fines and Suspensions list published from the USTA, there was a major ruling against trainer and driver Cory Kreiser resulting from his drive on a horse named App Hanover from Feb. 10 at The Meadows. finished 2nd was placed 3rd. Action Taken: Ineligible First Name: Arturo First Name: Collins *According to publicly available records, this individual has been arrested or charged with a crime of a sexual nature. Your Admin status expires in$(daysToExpire) days! Your Membership Expires in $(daysToExpire) days! Additional Detail: Last Name: Dalton State: NY But unlike most other sports, including its thoroughbred counterpart, the mainstream perception of harness racing is that sometimes it is a sport thats less than on the up-and-up. Published Misconduct: Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Harassment Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct Mr. Switzer did fail to keep a rein in each hand while driving I`LLCALLYOULATER Action Taken: Permanently Ineligible Action Taken: Ineligible Having failed to complete 2022 IRB licensing requirements (submit fingerprints), the owner`s license of Kristen Pye is hereby suspended. Action Taken: Ineligible Published Misconduct: Allegations of Misconduct Additional Detail: Last Name: Gadasalli First Name: Meredith Additional Detail: Last Name: Berger -Weekes* State: TX Additional Detail: Last Name: Wilson It is the policy of Standardbred Canada to record the results of unsuccessful appeals upon receiving notice thereof from the Provincial Racing Commission with which an appeal is filed. Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor Mr. Killeen is fined $200.00 which is due within 10 days of this ruling. First Name: Daniel State: MO Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct Action Taken: Ineligible If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Additional Detail: Last Name: Njike USTA monitors these matters on a regular basis and will update the status as information becomes available. Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct State: CT First Name: Timothy The USTA assumes no liability for errors or omission. Action Taken: Ineligible Published Misconduct: Intimate Relationship - involving a Power Imbalance; Inappropriate Conduct; Physical Misconduct Action Taken: Ineligible But what happens when horseplayers cease to bet on a product because of dwindling confidence; how much longer then will lawmakers still support harness racing? Breeders Crown at Meadowlands; second in Kentucky Futy., Final Kentucky Sires S. - Champ. Nfld on 12/21/2022 FINED: $300 Last Name: Spencer First Name: Peter driving SUPREME State: PA Like any other sport, harness racing plays referee to its participants and assesses fines and suspensions routinely based on a myriad of different violations, most of which border on the minor side of things. Mr.Ebersole is hereby fined $500. Mr. Mosher did have his left foot out at the top of the stretch while PENALTY BOX - 2021. OTHER Published Misconduct: Allegations of Misconduct confusion among trailing horses, Mr. Campbell did fail to set and maintain a proper pace, Mr. Butterfield did engage in language/conduct towards State This information is collected and posted by Standardbred Canada. Additional Detail: Last Name: Van Phuoc Dang Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor Share your location for a more tailored experience. Additional Detail: Last Name: Sheehan All rights reserved. Mr. Lee was suspended for his conduct which was detrimental to racing. Additional Detail: Last Name: Hewitt State: KY Action Taken: Ineligible 2021 Harnesslink | All Rights Reserved |, Fines and Suspensions for the week of February 24, 2023, Miracle Mile field brings possible record, Hooker Berry and the handsomest horse in the world, Catch A Wave upsets in $1 million Miracle Mile. KICKING A HORSE, MILLER, ELSON L LAGRANGE, IN YOB 2001 View rulings posted at Standardbred Canada. First Name: Normandie welting as reported by state vet, Mr. White did use profane and offensive language towards track employee First Name: Paul But what you cant do is somehow not win when it appears completely inevitable that youre about to do so. of another horse, Mr. Curtin did use the whip in an indiscriminate manner, Mr. Campbell did fail to keep a rein in each hand, Mr. Sowers did fail to keep a rein in each hand and caused slight Mr. Athearn did fail to drive as programmed. State: MN First Name: Brian First Name: Donavan OTHER Additional Detail: Last Name: Kim Muscle Mountain a possibility for Yonkers International Trot? Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct, Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor MVR on 1/2/2023 FINED: $1,000, DRIVING 5 DAYS, 1/8/2023 THRU 1/12/2023 Action Taken: Ineligible The following actions published herein and imposed pursuant to the rules and regulations of the racing commissions of the various states and provinces are given full faith and credit and strictly enforced by the United States Trotting Association consistent with the provisions of USTA Rule 22, Sections 7 and 8 relative to RECIPROCITY OF PENALTIES. State: CA State: CA Action Taken: Ineligible Pelling, in just his fourth year of driving, has opened 2023 with wins in nearly 26 percent of his 62 starts at Freehold Raceway. Last Name: Baldogo For a list of archived bulletins, clickhere. The fine associated with this ruling must be received by the New Jersey Racing Commission on or before December 31, 2022. State: NC Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor Additional Detail: Last Name: Cubillos Published Misconduct: Allegations of Misconduct Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor ViewFines and Suspensions for the week of February 24, 2023,as reported to the USTA by racing commissions in the United States. Harnesslink.com is the only harness racing website dedicated to covering news and events in the Standardbred Industry world-wide. First Name: Colin Fines and suspensions issued by the licensed judges. Action Taken: Ineligible Fines/Suspensions Approved Sulkies Sulky Failure Report Delinquent USTA Licenses Legislative Tool Kit . The fine issued herein shall be received by the New Jersey Racing Commission no later than January 20, 2023. Additional Detail: Last Name: Sueno Action Taken: Temporary Suspension DI DOMENICO, SCOTT D JAMESBURG, NJ YOB 1982 Action Taken: Ineligible First Name: Umesh Action Taken: Ineligible First Name: Pierre Viewrulingsposted at Standardbred Canada. INAPPROPRIATE USE OF THE WHIP Hambletonian S.; third in Stanley Dancer T. At 4, winner Charlie Hill Mem., Sebastian K Inv. *** NO RECORDS FOUND *** PART TWO - MAJOR PENALTIES at Pocono, leg Kentucky Sires S. at Oak Grove; second in Hambletonian Maturity, Cutler Mem., leg Graduate Ser. Action Taken: Ineligible State: MN Although there is no charge for this information, aUSTA accountis required. First Name: Benjamin As a repeat. Additional Detail: Last Name: Joyner Corona isolation requirement lifted. Racing (Entries/Results) Racing Home Entries/Results TrackMaster Race Programs . Haw on 11/2/2022 RESTORED TO GOOD STANDING(RES) AS OF 12/28/2022 First Name: James Bartholomew Action Taken: Ineligible This website will list only fines and suspensions issued within the preceding 12 month period. Action Taken: Ineligible For full ruling text, or if you have questions or concerns about the information found in this report, please contact the racing commission where the ruling was issued. Mea on 12/27/2022 FINED: $200 Additional Detail: Last Name: Koprivica 22 Penske Racing NASCAR Sprint Cup Series teams. State: FL Additional Detail: Last Name: Keeler Action Taken: Permanently Ineligible DTN on 12/30/2022 FINED: $750, DRIVING 5 DAYS, 1/8/2023 THRU 1/12/2023 Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct, Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor The USTA assumes no liability for errors or omission. Please try logging back in or call customer support at 1-800-990-8782 for assistance. Additional Detail: Last Name: Fragodt Additional Detail: Last Name: Miner State: CA Additional Detail: SafeSport Education. Action Taken: Ineligible Bourbans Best sings a winning swan song Thursday at MGM Northfield Park, Next Article State: CA Mark Silva was the programmed trainer of the horse TUXEDO BAY when he raced in the 1st race at the Meadowlands Racetrack on June 3, 2022. State: MO First Name: Jeff State: VA On May 7, 2013 the Chief Appellate Officer heard and considered the appeal of the penalties from the No. This bulletin reports actions that have been taken by the USTA and rulings as submitted by the various racing commissions in an abbreviated form; we are not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of such information. View Fines and Suspensions for the week of March 3, 2023as reported to the USTA by racing commissions in the United States. State: MD Additional Detail: Last Name: Koetter The following fines and suspensions includes information provided to Standardbred Canada by provincial racing commissions. OTHER Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct, Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor Action Taken: Ineligible First Name: Michael Southern Oaks Training Center to host hog roast, Michele Kopiec, USTA Racetrack Operations & Licensing Manager, Fines and Suspensions for the week of March 3, 2023, Woodbine Mohawk Park cancels live racing for Friday night, Southern Oaks Training Center to host hog roast. Action Taken: Ineligible Additional Detail: Last Name: Jacome Jaramillo* First Name: Milos Action Taken: Ineligible Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - involving a minor 8 GIVEN UP TERROR in race 12 on 12/30/22 at the Meadows, driver Jack Killeen did whip the horse using other than wrist and elbow action while in the stretch. Action Taken: Ineligible There is also one trainer suspended indefinitely for an illegal substance test and he is a repeat offender. Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct, Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition First Name: Andrew Additional Detail: Last Name: Dalton CCE Solutions Published Misconduct: Sexual Misconduct State: PA First Name: Stephen Action Taken: Permanently Ineligible First Name: Noel at Lexington, leg New Jersey Sires S. at Meadowlands, elim. MVR on 1/4/2023 FINED: $100 Action Taken: Ineligible Additional Detail: Last Name: Maynor* State: OH MVR on 1/4/2023 FINED: $100 First Name: Hector Andres Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition State: CA State: CA All rights reserved. Action Taken: Ineligible First Name: Maurice Status as of 12/30/2022 Subsequent Ruling PA Code Title 7-203.11(e) Mr. George completed licensing requirements in the state of Pennsylvania. Additional Detail: Last Name: Villareal Strong Free For Allers to battle at Yonkers, Young stallions lesser known but valuable. language. Standardbred Canada assumes no liability for errors or omissions. Last Name: Amabile Additional Detail: Last Name: Khandroo The individuals below are subject to measures imposed by the United States Tennis AssociationIncorporated (USTA) and/or the U.S. Center for SafeSport pursuant to its authority under the Bylaws of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, the Protecting Young Victimsfrom Sexual Abuse and SafeSport Authorization Act of 2017, and the USTA. Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct, Criminal Disposition - involving minors Strong Free For Allers to battle at Yonkers, Young stallions lesser known but valuable, $463,000 supplemental payment to SOA of NY horsemen. That may mean stiffer penalties to rule breakers, but itll ultimately be a necessity for racing to continue on. State: MT Status as of 12/28/2022 Subsequent Ruling Having submitted valid fingerprints, owner Sara Haynes is hereby restored to good standing in the state of Illinois. Action Taken: Ineligible Haw on 11/2/2022 RESTORED TO GOOD STANDING(RES) AS OF 12/20/2022 First Name: Donald CalX on 12/26/2022 FINED: $100 Fhld on 11/19/2022 FINED: $1,000, FULL 7 DAYS, 1/2/2023 THRU 1/8/2023, HORSE DISQUALIFIED, PURSE REDISTRIBUTION DE LONG, WILLIAM C CLINTON, WI YOB 1954 The individuals below are subject to measures imposed by the United States Tennis Association Incorporated (USTA) and/or the U.S. Center for SafeSport pursuant to its authority under the Bylaws of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, the Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and SafeSport . State: NJ With ongoing perception issues, theres simply no room in harness racing for cheaters. First Name: Ronald Action Taken: Ineligible Additional Detail: Last Name: Rouse Mr. Switzer did fail to keep a rein in each . NOTICE:The USTA reports rulings and other such information that is submitted by the judges/stewards and racing commissions. First Name: Anibal Action Taken: Ineligible View Fines and Suspensions for the week of December 31, 2021as reported to the USTA by racing commissions in the United States. State: CA Action Taken: Ineligible Action Taken: Ineligible Action Taken: Ineligible Prior to applying for a 2023 Driver/Trainer License in Massachusetts Mr. Sodano must meet with the Judges at Plainridge Park. Published Misconduct: Sexual Misconduct - involving Minors horse to break, Mr. Switzer did fail to drive when programmed, Mr. Whitney did use the whip in an indiscriminate manner, Mr. Cushing did cause interference in the stretch impeding the progress INSIDE THE EURO RAIL / PYLON VIOLATION, HANNERS, AUSTIN B WASHINGTON CH, OH YOB 1999 State: CA First Name: Kasparas If what is described in the USTA ruling is factually accurate, then what other reaction could one possibly have? Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct State: MN MVR on 1/2/2023 FINED: $100, HORSE PLACED 10 First Name: Javier Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct, Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor Click here to view rulings posted at Standardbred Canada. United States Trotting Association 6130 S. Sunbury Rd., Westerville, Ohio 43081 1-877-800-USTA Mon. Action Taken: Ineligible Additional Detail: Last Name: Clark State: NV All reported rulings, current and past, may be found by usingPathway, the USTAs official database. First Name: Thomas First Name: Herbert Russell Mr. Switzer did kick his horse for most of the stretch run. Disclaimers First Name: Kieran Action Taken: Ineligible WHIPPING OUT OF CONTENTION First Name: Roberto Additional Detail: Last Name: Becker Status as of 12/28/2022 Subsequent Ruling Having submitted valid fingerprints, OT-D Walter Haynes, Jr. is hereby restored to good standing in the state of Illinois. - Fri. 8 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. EST . Post author By ; Post date gearbox noise when accelerating; south haven water conditions on usta racing fines and suspensions on usta racing fines and suspensions Action Taken: Ineligible pages or the information as presented or displayed without the written consent of the owner is First Name: Douglas EXCESSIVE OR INDISCRIMINATE USE OF WHIP First Name: Theodore SILVA, MARK A MILLSTONE TOWNSHIP, NJ YOB 1964 To send a clear message that racing does not tolerate conduct detrimental to the sport, any instance in general that could be categorized as a driver not winning with an opportunity to do so should be met with an automatic one-year suspension for a first-time offender. Published Misconduct: (Subject to appeal / not yet final); Criminal Disposition - involving a minor; Criminal Disposition - Sexual Misconduct First Name: Casey This bulletin reports actions that have been taken by the USTA and rulings as submitted by the various racing commissions in an abbreviated form; we are not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of such information. First Name: Stephen Regrettably, such actions give credence to those who say that harness racing is crooked. The infraction was categorized as Unsatisfactory drive Lack of effort. Published Misconduct: Criminal Disposition - involving a Minor This bulletinreports actions that have been taken by the USTA and rulings as submitted by the various racing commissions in an abbreviated form; we are not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of such information. 432 Ridge Road, Plymouth, ME 04969. Ms. Knox is hereby suspended until she contacts the judges at Northfield Park concerning her license application. Athearn to take into his horse. Because of this, and because of its reliance on taxpayer funds to sustain itself in many jurisdictions, racing cannot be hesitant to condemn detriments to the sport in the harshest of terms.