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< Back Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of June 7, all races 5/16 unless otherwise noted ) Stan Pawloski Jun 7, 2021 Steve Sarras Kennel’s CTW Black Forest has three straight Grade AA wins for trainer Barb Long. Kennel-mate Cross Lanes has won three out of his last four starts (M, D, C). Rangel Kennel’s JS In The Money has three Grade AA victories in a row for trainer Scott Robinette. Jacobs Racing Kennel’s Abbie’s Frontman has catured three out of his last four Grade AA trips for trainer Alisha Nichols. Lester Raines Kennel’s O Ya Trisha has won five out of her last six 3/16 outings (TD, TC, B, TA, TAA) for trainer Joel Roden. Kennel-mate Teasemansqueezem has back-to-back wins (A, AA). Charter Kennel’s Barts Sundayhalo has two straight Grade AA victories for trainer James Campell. Wayne Ward Kennel’s WW Go Chiefs Go has three wins in a row (B, A, AA) for trainer Ron Otto. Kennel-mates ADH Flo Jo (A, TAA 3/8) and Craigie Design (B, A) have back-to-back victories. Brad Boeckenstedt Kennel’s Super Ollie has four straight wins (D, C, B, A) for trainer Frank Pellittere. Blanchard Kennel’s BO’s Owen has four victories and a second in his last five trips (M, D, C, B, A) for trainer Sarah Blanchard. Kennel-mates BO’s Robert has two wins and a second in his last three races (B, A) while TW Ptolemy has won three out of his last four starts (M, D, C). Patriot/Taplin Kennel’s Fly Bullet Train has back-to-back victories (B, A) for trainer Joe Otto. Previous Next

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< Back FINALISTS SET FOR WVGOBA JUVENILE STAKES Stan Pawloski Sep 18, 2023 Five Code Red Kennel greyhounds have earned spots in the Saturday afternoon, Sept. 23, final of the $35,000 West Virginia Greyhound Owners and Breeders Association Juvenile Stakes at Wheeling Island. Qualifying for the championship out of the Tom Engle-trained Code Red Kennel are CG’s Honesty, CG’s Sun Storm, CG’s Nail Biter, Arroyo Deon and Arroyo Duchess. Xtrem Hess Racing Kennel has two finalists – Wild Blue Bee and Wild Chomp Dude – while Steve Sarras Kennel’s CET Mist rounds out the top eight. CG’s Honesty is the top qualifier with 40 points on the strength of two wins and a second in the three preliminary rounds. Post positions for the final will be drawn later this week. Points after the semifinal round follow: (The top 8 in points recorded advance to the finals). CG’s Honesty (Code Red), 40 points CG’s Sun Storm (Code Red), 37 points Wild Blue Bee (Xtrem Hess Racing), 35 points Arroyo Deon (Code Red), 35 points CG’s Nail Biter (Code Red), 35 points Arroyo Duchess (Code Red), 33 points Wild Chomp Dude (Xtrem Hess Racing), 25 points CET Mist (Steve Sarras), 24 points (The following greyhounds have been eliminated from the stakes event). CET Dirty Skinny (Steve Sarras), 21 points BJ’s Goldie (Jacobs Racing), 16 points BJ’s Montie (Jacobs Racing), 15 points Four Roses (Steve Sarras), 14 points Arroyo Rylee (Code Red), 12 points CET Mc Gregor (Wayne Ward), 12 points CET Zinc (Imark), 11 points Kebo Lucky Lady (Steve Sarras), 10 points Previous Next

< Back FALL MEET STILL ON TRACK Jim Gartland Sep 28, 2020 Despite a recent uptick in COVID-19 cases in the Abilene area, the NGA fall meet is scheduled to go on as planned with pre-meet schooling beginning this Sunday, October 4. Some 10 new cases of corona virus popped up in the Dickinson County area over the last two weeks forcing the closure of schools in Abilene and nearby Chapman as well as several area businesses. No new cases have been noted in the last few days, however, and no new mandates have been put in place by the City or County (a proposed mask mandate was tabled by the City Council last week). While no new guidelines have been issued, Abilene remains under some restrictions and we would encourage anyone planning on attending the meet to be prepared see "masks required" areas as well as the need to practice social distancing at certain indoor functions (Hall of Fame, etc.). On a lighter note, this meet will see the return of the Hall of Fame Golf Tournament. The tourney is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13 at 10:00 AM and will be held at the old Abilene Country Club. Entry fee for the tournament is $50 per person and includes 18 holes of golf, cart and lunch at the course. If you are interested in playing, please let someone in the NGA office know as soon as possible so that we can make the proper arrangements with the course. It has been a lot of years since we've had a golf tourney and we would like to make this a big success for what will likely be that last organized NGA tourney as well as to raise some funds for the Hall of Fame! First round racing action takes place on Monday, October 12 with the finals on Thursday. The fall Auction will be held at the Hall of Fame on Friday at 9:00 AM. There will be two nights of inductions at the Hall of Fame; Tuesday night we will have regular HOF inductions with Wayne Strong and Djays Octane receiving the honors. Thursday night will be the presentation of the All American, Rural Rube and Flashy Sir awards which were held over from the spring meet. Looking forward to seeing you all! Previous Next

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< Back CODE RED POSTS THREE WINS AS WV JUVENILE STAKES KICKS OFF Stan Pawloski Sep 11, 2023 Three Code Red Kennel greyhounds – CG’s Nail Biter, Arroyo Duchess and Arroyo Deon – posted victories Friday afternoon in the first round of the $35,000 West Virginia Greyhound Owners and Breeders Association Juvenile Stakes at Wheeling Island. Xtrem Hess Racing Kennel’s Wild Blue Bee also registered a first-round win. Heading into the Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 13 second round, the four sprinters have accumulated 15 points to top the leader board. The semi-finals are set for Sunday, Sept. 17, and the juvenile stake final is scheduled for Saturday matinee, Sept. 23. Capsule looks at the first-round races follow: CG’s Nail Biter rushed to an early lead and never looked back in winning by 6 lengths in 30.24. Wild Chomp Dude closed late for second while BJ’s Goldie settled for third. Arroyo Duchess posted a box-to-wire 4-length victory in 30.31. Four Roses finished second and CET Dirty Skinny closed in the stretch to round out the trifecta ticket. Arroyo Deon jumped out to an early lead before holding off CG’s Honesty by 1 ½ lengths in 30.38. CET Mist was third on the ticket. Wild Blue Bee powered home from third in the stretch, pulling away to a 6-length victory in 30.57. Frontrunner BJ’s Montie took second with CG’s Sun Storm third. Points after the first-round follow: CG’s Nail Biter (Code Red), 15 points Arroyo Duchess (Code Red), 15 points Arroyo Deon (Code Red), 15 points Wild Blue Bee (Xtrem Hess Racing), 15 points CG’s Honesty (Code Red), 10 points Four Roses (Steve Sarras), 10 points BJ’s Montie (Jacobs Racing), 10 points Wild Chomp Dude (Xtrem Hess Racing), 10 points CET Mist (Steve Sarras), 7 points CG’s Sun Storm (Code Red), 7 points CET Dirty Skinny (Steve Sarras), 7 points BJ’s Goldie (Jacobs Racing), 7 points Arroyo Rylee (Code Red), 5 points Kebo Lucky Lady (Steve Sarras), 5 points CET Mc Gregor (Wayne Ward), 5 points CET Mulligan (Wayne Ward), 5 points CET Zinc (Imark), 3 points CET Nickel (Imark), 3 points CET Dirty Tom (Steve Sarras), 3 points TS Adesanya (Steve Sarras), 3 points CET Lithium (Imark), 2 points CET Jasper (Steve Sarras), 2 points CET Murphy (Steve Sarras), 2 points BJ’s Willie (Jacobs Racing), 2 points CET Bronze (Imark), 1 point Gullane (Steve Sarras), 1 point CET Valley (Wayne Ward), 1 point CET Flood (Wayne Ward), 1 point CET Murray (Wayne Ward), 0 points TS Nate Diaz (Steve Sarras), 0 points CET Mc Carthy (Wayne Ward), 0 points BJ’s Bodie (Jacobs Racing), 0 points Previous Next

< Back $100,000 MOUNTAINEER CLASSIC KICKS OFF AT WHEELING Oct 4, 2021 Two kennels had multiple winners in the first round as the $100,000 Mountaineer Classic kicked off Sunday afternoon at Wheeling Island with a field of 70 sprinters. Three Blanchard Kennel greyhounds – Frappe, JS Rob Stone and Penrose Boss – and a pair of Steve Sarras racers – CTW Black Forest and LK’s Trubulee – captured first round victories. Other winners in the initial qualifying round were O Ya Bobbie Sue (Lester Raines Kennel), Ding Dong Ditch (Imark Kennel), Dark Guinness (Xtrem Hess Racing Kennel) and Abbi’s Eagle (Jacobs Racing Kennel). Each winner accumulated 15 points. The second round is set for Friday afternoon, Oct. 8. The tentative plan is to cut the field to 48 greyhounds after the second qualifying round. The third preliminary round is scheduled for Wednesday matinee, Oct. 13. The field will tentatively be cut to 24 sprinters, but could be higher, for the semifinal round on Sunday afternoon, Oct. 17. The championship final will be held during the matinee card on Saturday, Oct. 23. Points accumulated after the first round follow: 15 POINTS: O Ya Bobbie Sue (Lester Raines), Ding Dong Ditch (Imark), CTW Black Forest (Steve Sarras), LK’s Trubulee (Steve Sarras), Frappe (Blanchard), JS Rob Stone (Blanchard), Penrose Boss (Blanchard), Dark Guinness (Xtrem Hess Racing), Abbi’s Eagle (Jacobs Racing). 10 POINTS: JS Slush Fund (Lester Raines), JS Saltythursday (Lester Raines), RS’s Dark Night (Lester Raines), Turbo Walt (Code Red), Clap Back (Imark), Easi Vesurio (Blanchard), BO’s Tracy (Blanchard), Frogman (Blanchard), WW Grandiose (Wayne Ward). 7 POINTS: Tickle Ur Fancy (Imark), Imark Mash (Imark), Easi Volsina (Blanchard), Barts Worthwhile (Charter), Memphis Minnie (Wayne Ward), BGR Bigfoot (Brad Boeckenstedt), Hi Noon Ricochet (Jacobs Racing), Gettin My Buz On (Jacobs Racing), RHT Marylynn (Xtrem Hess Racing. 5 POINTS: Day Drinking (Imark), Easi Kadeem (Blanchard), KB’s Copy Kat (Charter), Oshkosh Dally (Charter), Jack Parkman (Charter), Eau Claire (Charter), Oshkosh Edward (Charter), WW Go Chiefs Go (Wayne Ward). 4 POINTS: Vegas (Patriot/Taplin), UBX Unclesweater (Xtrem Hess Racing). 3 POINTS: CTW Cant Stop It (Lester Raines), Craigie Daughtry (Lester Raines), Super C Amega (Lester Raines), Atascocita Amity (Code Red), Slatex Jackson (Jacobs Racing), CTW Smores To Go (Xtrem Hess Racing), Axtrem Flicker (Xtrem Hess Racing), T’s Iron Man (Xtrem Hess Racing). 2 POINTS: JS Shock Therapy (Lester Raines), Ponda Waco Hound (Code Red), Atascocita Birma (Code Red), Saber Fire (Imark), LK’s Santorini (Steve Sarras), BGR Out Of Mind (Brad Boeckenstedt), Abbi’s Frontman (Jacobs Racing), Denali Darlin (Jacobs Racing), Pat C Inferno (Rangel). 1 POINT: Teaser’s Tickle (Lester Raines), Sumkindawondrful (Imark), CTW Bahati (Steve Sarras), Lily Lazer (Blanchard), WW Holdin Fast (Wayne Ward), BGR Onewaystreet (Brad Boeckenstedt), BGR Big Daddy (Brad Boeckenstedt), Hi Noon Revolver (Jacobs Racing), Keeper Cry (Xtrem Hess Racing). 0 POINTS: Imark Solo (Imark), Saber Port (Imark), Mega Felipe (A Ray), ASK China (Steve Sarras), WW Blonde Roast (Wayne Ward), Kris Was Righh (Brad Boeckenstedt), Pat C Zenith (Rangel). Previous Next

< Back Tri State Kennel Wins for Grade AA/A 550 & TAA 677 : Jan 23-27 P. Saul Jan 29, 2024 Js Kennels (trainer Garret Gruden) captured three Grade AA wins from (2) Jsp Burninmoney (TS 4-3-0-0-1) and Od Red Romer. Three Grade A wins went to Kohagiya (TS 3-1-1-1-0), Slatex Samson (TS 3-2-0-0-0) and Mac’s Sidnyjames (TS 4-1-0-1-2). Blanchard Kennel (trainer Scott Scharff) took two Grade AA wins for Tmc’s Wildeclair (TS 4-2-0-0-0) and Bgr Bottomsup (TS 3-1-1-0-0). One Grade A win was taken by Vca Tatum (TS 3-1-0-0-1). Lester Raines Kennel (trainer Jim Cochran) seized two Grade AA wins with Rs’s Penny Lane (TS 3-2-0-0-1). Heather Lomax Kennel (trainer Betty Lomax) took one Grade AA win for Dastardly Deeds (TS 3-1-0-0-0) and one Grade A for Hl’s Antonio (TS 3-1-0-0-1). Double G Racing Kennel (trainer Greg Geter) took one Grade AA win from Ab Draconium (TS 4-1-2-0-1). Abrahamson Kennel (trainer Todd Johnson) had two Grade A wins from Cg’s Maggi (TS 3-2-1-0-0) and Cg’s Reactor (TS 2-2-0-0-0). Wayne W. Ward Inc Kennel (trainer Eric Griffin) grabbed two Grade A wins for WW Magic Million (TS-4-2-0-0-0) and Winsum Dough (TS 3-2-1-0-0). Superior Kennel (trainer Jadwiga Kups) captured one Grade A win with Oya Will E Makit (TS 3-1-1-0-0) and one Grade TAA win with Oya Phil T Rich (TS 2-1-1-0-0). Kennels capturing one Grade A win were Cet Kennel (Cet Dirty Skinny, TS 4-1-0-1-2) and one Grade TAA win for On Line Racing Kennel (Army, TS 4-3-1-0-0). Previous Next

< Back STIDHAM CHARGES DOMINATE IOWA BREEDER'S CUP Nov 12, 2020 There definitely was a family feel at the top of the board in the final of the Iowa Breeders’ Cup at Iowa Greyhound Park. JD Elegant, JD Eminence and JD Eclectic finished first, third and fourth. “What a dynamite litter,” said Brian Webb, trainer for Stidham & Brindle Kennel. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime litter. Besides these three, there are two others in grade A.” The trio are from JD Titanium and JD Bombshell, whelped Oct 12, 2018. They also were the top three qualifiers. In the final, Elegant, who has hit the board in 24 of 27 races and has won five of six, broke on top from the 7 box, ahead of her littermates and Slide Off. She held a short lead entering the first turn and slowly pulled away for a five-length win in 31.63. “There was a little jam behind her,” Webb said. “Once she gets the lead, she’s tough to run down.” Boeckenstedt Kennel’s BGR True Grit, from Boc’s Hank Jr. and Boc’s Destiny, overcame a slow start with a strong rush but was unable to overtake Elegant, who has 12 wins this season. Last year, the Stidham & Brindle entry, JD Revelation, lost by a nose to a hard-charging Revin Devon. The brindle from Copper Kettle Kennel reached the final again, finishing sixth. “We lost by a nose last year,” Webb said. “This year we were definitely ready. It’s a fantastic way to end the year.” Elegant paid $8, $3.40 and $2.60. The victory also held special meaning. “This was a big win for Jon (Stidham, owner),” Webb said. “He’s never won this one. The win is dedicated to his mom, who passed away this spring.” The purse is estimated at $229,000. The winner receives 40%. The remainder is broken down by order of finish: 20%, 10%, 8%, 7%, 6%, 5% and 4%. In the consolation race, BGR J Capt Quick broke well and never trailed to grab the title. “Getting the one-hole was key,” said Phil Stapleton, trainer. “He wants the inside.” He held firm to the rail and pulled away for a 3-length win. “Once he got around the turn he was able to get control,” Stapleton said. The red male, from Djays Octane and Boc’s Sweeney, posted a 31.37. He has hit the board in 26 of 32 races and paid $10.20, $6.20 and $3.20. T’s CaptPhasma placed, BGR Goingoingone showed and Babinov fourth. The consolation race purse is $7,500, with $3,000 to the winner. The remainder is based on order of finish: $1,500, $750, $600, $525, $450, $375 and $300. Previous Next

< Back Wheeling Hot Dogs ( as of July 26, all races 5/16 unless otherwise noted ) Stan Pawloski Jul 26, 2021 Jacobs Racing Kennel’s Abbi’s Gusta Win has captured six out of his last seven Grade AA races for trainer Louise Strong. Charter Kennel’s Barts Worthwhile has two wins and two seconds in her last four Grade AA trips for trainer James Campbell. Kennel-mates Barts Superbowl (TA, TAA) and FGF Ron Weasley (TB, TA, TAA) have three straight 3/16 victories while Oshkosh Elway (TB, TA) has back-to-back 3/16 wins. Wayne Ward Kennel’s WW Little Lies has two Grade AA victories in a row for trainer Ron Otto. Blanchard Kennel’s HKF Friskyfranny has back-to-back 3/8 wins (B, TAA) for trainer Sarah Blanchard. Xtrem Hess Racing Kennel’s Keeper Tai has won three out of his last four outings (C, B, A) for trainer Jill Spicer. Steve Sarras Kennel’s LK’s Santorini has two victories and two seconds in her last four starts (B, A) for trainer Barb Long. Brad Boeckenstedt Kennel’s BGR Callmecrazy has two wins and a second in her last three trips (B, A) for trainer Frank Pellittere. Imark Kennel’s Havin A Hissyfit has three straight victories (D, C, B) for trainer DiAnn Derr. Code Red Kennel’s FF Roadhouse has three wins in a row (M, C, B) for trainer Tom Engle. Previous Next

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< Back SENATE MAJORITY WHIP RYAN WELD'S RETIRED GREYHOUND BASKS IN THE ATTENTION DURING VISIT TO WEST VIRGINIA CAPITOL Mar 8, 2021 Members of the West Virginia Legislature and their staffs let a sleeping dog lie this week and stepped over the retired racing greyhound snoozing on the floor in Senate Majority Whip Ryan Weld’s office. Weld, R-Brooke, adopted Ava the greyhound, which resides with Weld and his wife Alex in Wellsburg. This past week, she made the trip to Charleston with Weld and took up residence in his office at the Capitol. During her stay, people got to know her, learn about racing greyhounds, and even get some animal-provided stress therapy during a hectic week at the Legislature, Weld said. “She is here — she’s the belle of the ball,” he said. “We have had more visitors — people just stopping by to see her, the staff and people working in the building. “The building is quiet. It’s weird. It’s not a normal session. Her being here gives them (staffers) something to keep them company in the office.” And Ava has been very receptive of the attention, according to Weld. She greets each visitor to the office, and often lays in the doorway between Weld’s office and the entryway so she can take in all the action. “She loves it,” Weld said. “Ava is the most relaxed, calm, laid-back dog. She is a very, very calm and relaxed dog by her demeanor. There were four people in my office one day this week. When they left they all had to step over her. She doesn’t care.” Weld takes her for walks and they visit other offices. She also gets stopped by people along the way who want to greet and pet her. “This has been a good experience for her, and a good experience for the staff having her here,” he said. “Sometimes this can be a stressful place to be. A lot of law schools have a therapy dog in their libraries around finals time. “Someone can take their five minutes, come down and visit, and maybe de-stress a bit.” Visitors also get the chance to learn a little about racing greyhounds, and how they look, feel and act, Weld said. “I don’t think most people have ever been around one before,” he said. “I had not, until I went to the Beech Bottom Kennels in 2019 and that’s where we met her.” He thinks people were surprised by her demeanor. “I might be biased, but she is a good-looking dog,” Weld said. “They get to see just how soft their hair is, and how much they like to be petted.” Ava didn’t get to meet any lobbyists wanting to abolish greyhound racing in West Virginia, as none appear to be in Charleston this session, he said. Weld said those meeting her, though, can see she is a happy and well-adjusted canine “If there was any sort of mistreatment of dogs, it certainly doesn’t show with Ava,” Weld said. “She doesn’t shy away from people. She doesn’t meet a stranger and goes up to everybody. “ Previous Next