Jacksonville Greyhound Racing

Wednesday 3-9-11 Thoughts

2011-03-10T13:32:00.000-05:00

In the Matinee it was nice to see Gs Tee Up to get back winning. The son of our AA Afleet Alex, this guy can get it done over 550 and 660. Good that he is back in A.

Also watch out for the rising star Go Penske Go. This puppy has posted up back to back wins in grade A and has got it done from off the pace in both efforts. Rising at the right time, keep an eye out for this pup.

Wednesday evening's 7th race was another win for SNJ Ginger! This puppy has reallyt taken off and has been running really tough in grade A for awhile now! He too could be a sleeper in the upcoming stakes.

The one to beat for the title will be the new record holder, Paddy Whacker. His win on Wed Eve was nothing but exceptional. This greyhound had no shot of a win from the 1 box as he broke last, but somehow he turned it around. With trouble ahead, he bolted thru the far turn and seized command in the stretch. WHAT A RACE!

Distance starts Power Exhange and Kiowa Deli Dee both got back on track with strong wins and look like that are returning into form. Watch out 660 fields here they come!

Whacking The Track Record

2011-02-15T15:17:00.000-05:00

Wow what an effort by Paddy Whacker as he won by 8.5 lengths and posted up a new track record in the process.

That 30.11 second run was the best ever and it came as he broke 7th at the start of the race.

What a great talent who looks on a mission to try and capture his 2nd stakes title in the upcoming 2011 Jacksonville Sprint Classic.

Congrats B & J Racing and Doug and Lisa Riches!

Race Break Down for 2011 Orange Park Derby

2011-02-04T14:16:00.000-05:00

Saturday night at the Orange Park Kennel Club is not only the finals of the 2011 Orange Park Derby, but it is also our Pick A WINNER promotion. Come out and select the winner of the Orange Park Derby, place your entry in the color coded box, and if you greyhounds win, you could be a winner. Ten names will be drawn from the winner's box for $250 each. So come on out for the fun, stay for the race and prizes as you might just get a chance at some of the $2,500 in cash we will be giving away.

Well no matter what you will need to know about the stakes and we are ready to fill you in. The finals of the 2011 Orange Park Derby will run in the 11th race on the card for Saturday Evening and feature the best greyhounds at the racetrack over 660 yards. Below is a little info about each greyhounds and a race breakdown.
1. La's Lucy (Get Over - Ruby Is The Best) Lucy couldn't have draw it up any better than this. She is on top of her game now, she can win with or without the lead, and she is in a great starting box. All she has to do is come out fast, stalk the pace throughout, and this race should be hers to lose. Remember no one in the last 14 years has been faster over 660 yards than LUCY!
2. Akeem (Rhythmless - Sweet Darla) Akeem might be a converted sprinter, but he has taken well to the added distance. He loves the rail and the 2 box will go a long way to help him out in this effort. He can close a bit at the end of the race too, but the break will be more critical for him in this effort. If he wants a chance to steal away the win, he has to be really close early on.
3. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) No greyhound has been more impressive as of late than Really Xtreme. Over the 660 yard course he has been short though, so he is going to have to Really steal a big time lead in this race. He held on the front end in round 1, can he do it again? In this race he reminds me of another Mike Gerard trained greyhound, named Sugarnooche, and if you remember she won her Orange Park Derby race.
4. Make U Look (Diamond's For Me - Let's Run To Win) The hottest greyhounds heading into the finals gets no time to rest on her laurels. She has to keep up the good work against this talented field. Proving that she belongs, this converted sprinter is a closing threat over 660 and is just learning how to break. If she does clear close in this effort, she might just prove unstoppable at the wire.
5. Kanuka (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) Didn't win a race in qualifying, but maybe she is saving her best for last. I think this is going to be a tough row to hoe for this greyhound tonight. When she runs her best she is out of the box fast and holds on late. Tonight she is not the best early speed, she gets the 5 box, and has to find a way to the rail. If she can overcome all of the obstacles, she might have a shot at the money in this race.
6. Paddy Whacker (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) Won his last effort from this post position by 12 lengths. Everyone knows he loves it outside and gets far enough outside here to challenge. His last race was big time as he closed throughout and overcame adversity to finish 2nd. Tonight the break is the most important part of this effort. He needs to be out fast and around the conversation for the early lead. If he is stalking at the start, he is going to be a major piece of the puzzle come the finish line.
7. Gs Tee Up (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) Tee Up might not get the hype that the rest of the big names do, but he has been just as good over the 660 yard course. He has never missed the money in any of his added distance races, and tonight from the outside post the trend should continue. He uses his early speed to his advantage over the route and will need to keep breaking in order to factor here. He has everything working for him at the start of this effort, he just need a carpe diem moment.
8. Hallo My Pear (Hallo West Acre - Kiowa Chil Cavel) Pear is an all out early speed greyhound that needs to be in front in this effort. She is short at the end of the race and without the lead, it could be a long, long night. Pear has the most experience of any greyhound in this field, and knows how to win races. He didn't record one in qualifying, but in the past the O'Donnell has won final round races with greyhounds that have squeaked their way into the big race. Winning is probably a stretch, but if he does what he can do early, he might have a shot at the money.
Ok now for the race break down. As the lure swings by I think that Really Xtreme is going to come out running. I see this greyhound taking the lure away from the rest of the field. He is going to steal a big time lead and stretch to out all the way to the far turn. His problem as I see it is that the chasers are going to be coming, and coming fast at the end of the race. The only real question is, can he steal enough to hold on at the wire, or is he going to get caught in the final few strides? I think he gets nipped. I think that La's Lucy is just posted up too well on the rail and will be too close too early not to get it done. She definitely has the late speed to take down the leader and in their last match up she shrank an 8 length lead to a length and a half at the finish line. As the only returning finalist, she wants to make amends for her effort in the finals last year. She does whatever she needs to do in this race to win. Paddy Whacker should also be considered a threat in this effort. He loves it outside and the 6 box is far wide enough for him to put up a big time effort. He can close over this distance, but if he wants to win, he is going to have to break. He has to be around in the conversation early if he is going to have a shot at taking home the title. B & J has won this race in 2 of the last 4 years. Don't be surprised if he is ready to fire on this occasion. Gs Tee up gets the other look here as the greyhound with the perfect record. Tee Up has never missed the money over 660 yards and should keep the good mojo going in this effort. He likes it outside and draws a favorable post position here in the 7 box. His early speed keeps him around the lead and late, even though he can be short, he has enough left to last in the money. If he can make the front end, he could be the longshot of the day. (1-3-6-7) PLAYS for boxes, PLAYS for keys (13/13/2467) (2467/13/13) (2467/13/2467) (2467/2467/13)
Remember to make you plans to join us live for all of the racing and cash giveaways, or check the stream out on line to see who the best of the best at the racetrack is over 660 yards, in the finals of the 2011 Orange Park Derby. POST TIME around 10:30.

Just one Round Left

2011-01-31T10:58:00.000-05:00

Three fourths of the 2011 Orange Park Derby is in the books and Really Xtreme, Akeem, and La's Lucy share the top spot with 40 points each.

Advantage Xtreme as Lucy and Akeem have to run against each other in the Semi-Finals, which take place in the 9th and 11th race on the card for tonight.

The rest of the points are spread out a bit and if a longshot takes home the top spot in either round, he/she might still have a shot to make it into the elite eight for Saturday Evening at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Tune in as 11 of the 16 contestants left in the stakes have won at least one round so far. These two races are going to be some knock down drag out affairs.

Orange Park Derby Round 2

2011-01-25T13:45:00.000-05:00

The B & J Kennel has taken the track by storm in the Orange Park Derby. They are the only ones left with an undefeated greyhound, and they have two.

Paddy Wacker, whacked another field with his shillelagh and was 12 lenghts better than the competition. Ethel's Pick took her second straight one box and made the most of it as she posted up the quickest trip on the card in 37.34 seconds.

Other winners, 2 from DQ, La's Lucy and Akeem, both from off the pace, and two Afleet Alex pups from different litters. Really Gonnarock and Gs Tee Up both to the lead and both by about 6 lengths.

Action continues on Friday evening with 3 races in the quarterfinals.

Orange Park Derby Round 1

2011-01-24T11:36:00.000-05:00

This weekend we had some great stakes racing action and the big names showed up too.

Paddy Whacker saved his best run over the distance for the 1st round of the stakes. His first 660 wins came in the quickest trip of the night. Watch out for him in the next couple of rounds. This stakes winner, has the skills and might have just found the desire again.

Really Xtreme looked sharp too after some rough trips over the 660 yard course. His big difference was his break. Once in front he stole a ton on the lead and survived at the wire for the win. Tough to say if he is looking short over the route, or if it was just a great run byu veteran La's Lucy in the stretch. Time will tell.

Kiowa Deli Dee still looks like the one to beat. She has not missed a beat since coming back to action and currently she has won 10 of her last 11 starts over 660, including that run of 8 straight. She is a machine on the lead and keeps breaking on top. She is going to be tough to beat in this stakes.

Other notes, naughty Lorna's Cannon too much playing around got her escorted out of the stakes rounds, and Dutch Buckeye fell in round 1, look for a him to seek revenge in this effort.

Round two tonight, tune in and watch.

Orange Park Derby Contest

2011-01-18T15:07:00.002-05:00

The Orange Park Derby is coming up on Friday, so let's start a contest.
Pick your 8 finalist, the winner, and the winning time for a tie breaker.

The person with the most right, wins a tshirt and hat.

Great New Wagering Tool

2011-01-14T15:56:00.000-05:00

Now availabe online under Jax Facts, we offer up our Monthly Galley Books.

10 lines on all the greyhounds racing at the ractrack. This could give you a competitove edge over the competition.

We will also provide printed version for sale at the programs stands at the OPKC.

Good luck and good wagering!

This weekend is big for upcoming Derby.

2011-01-14T15:03:00.000-05:00

There are 660 yards races o plenty this weekend at the OPKC and it looks like we will have a very deep field for the upcoming Derby.

Friday evening we have just one 660 but it's a doozy. Kiowa Deli Dee is back and she wants to start out a new streak after her 8 in a row was stopped. Super pup Really Xtreme needs to rebound after a couple of rough trips, this could be a classic.

Saturday night even more action. 2010 winner, Eds Budby is back, but in a sprint in the 7th, that won't last for long, races 9 and 11 are both 660's.

In 9 Kiowa Trent Tam looks to get back winning and should be challenged by recent additions Lorna's Cannon and Gs Tee Up.

Race 11 gets interesting as Kiowa Trent Tovi won by a mile last time out and looks to take it again over the tough new comer Dutch Buckeye and Really Gonnarock.

All of these and more will be happening this weekend, so tune in and see the fireworks at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Preview 2011 Orange Park Derby

2010-12-28T12:06:00.000-05:00

12/28/2010 - Preview 2011 Orange Park Derby

The 2011 edition of the Orange Park Derby is right around the corner, and from the look of things, this could be one of the deepest, toughest fields in recent memory.
Even though there are going to be a couple of favorites floating around, there are plenty of new greyhounds trying out the distance for the first time on each and every card and we have some ship ins getting ready.
No greyhound has been more successful in 2010 over the added distance than All-American candidate, and 2010 Orange Park Derby Winner by 9 lengths, Eds Budby. When you think of 660 yard races, he is the greyhound that comes to mind. Over the added distance he has been a machine as he has posted up win, after win, after win, after win. Thru the year at 660 yards he has compiled a record of 56 starts, 32 wins, 8 places, 5 shows, and 3 fourth place finishes.
What is even more impressive is how he wins races. From the lead, or from off the pace, Budby does whatever he needs to do it get it done, and he can string those wins together like no other greyhound. On the year he has runs of 3 or more wins on 6 occasions, including streaks of 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, and 8 in a row at the end of this year.
Budby is no one trick pony though, he has also run well over the 550 yard course. Overall his totals are 66 starts, 35 wins, 11 places, 6 shows, and 5 fourth place efforts. Included in those numbers is his 2nd place finish in the finals of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup, as he just missed his second stakes title by a length at the wire.
Resting up now, Budby is getting everything rip roaring and ready to go to try and defend his title as the Orange Park Derby Champ, and he is going to need it as these other greyhounds are looking to knock him off.
Kiowa Deli Dee had been the hottest greyhound currently running over the 660 yard course at the Orange Park Kennel Club. Before her last race, she has won 8 races in a row in box to wire fashion. She was untouchable on the front end and made the rest of the field feel like they had no say in the matter.
Breaking has always been the key to her success, and once in front, she can be very hard to take down before the wire. Peaking at the right time, Deli Dee is looking to make her first start over the added distance in a stakes race. She missed last year's Orange Park Derby and if she keep breaking, and running, like she has been recently, this field better be concerned, very concerned about her.
Another greyhound to notice is the recent addition to the Red Oak Racing roster. Djays Octane has joined the ranks of greyhounds at the Orange Park Kennel Club from Southland, and to say this greyhound knows how to win races is an understatement.
Octane is a well traveled stakes winner over 660 yards and has just missed in several other stakes events at the shorter Southland distance of 583 yards. He is no stranger to tough competition and thrives on it with each and every stakes start that he gets. He even won qualifying rounds of a660 yard stakes at Derby Lane too.
Even though he is new to the racetrack, Djays Octane must already be considered a threat to steal away the Orange Park Derby title, just like another Southland shipper did back in 2006, and his name was DAC!
Last but not least let's take a look at a greyhound that has never even run a 660 yard race, and he still might be the one to beat for the whole thing. Really Xtreme was the recent winner of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile, and if you have seen this phenom run, then you know just what I am talking about.
His daddy, All-American Afleet Alex, has passed along some great traits to this special youngster and so far he has put them to good use. He went undefeated to grade A and finished 4th in the finals of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup in just his 14th career start. He came right back from that triumph and took home another with his stakes title in his 21st career effort.
With a combination of a great rush from the starting box, and his power coming home over 550 yards, this greyhound looks like a natural for the added distance. Also working in his favor is that two of his littermates have already took the jump to the added distance and both have shown that they can go the route. He is better than both and should be better than both at any distance.
Watch out for him as your sleeper pick as the Ice Man has come to the 660 yard course and if he all goes his way, he might have a shot at back to back stakes title.
Others to consider could be:

La's Lucy, last year's Orange Park Derby pre-race favorite, who is rounding back into form with 3 wins in her last 5 starts.
Paddy Whacker. A stakes winner and proven tough greyhound that has taken well to the move to 660 yards. Even though he has not won over the distance yet, he has been a tough competitor in each and every effort.
Kiowa Trent Tam. She has won 2 of her last 3 races over the route and along with her brother Tovi, she provides a dynamic duo to contend with.
Two more names come to mind too as both were finalists in last year's Orange Park Derby, and both have won their last start.
Uss Fine Touch was a converted sprinter and has been flourishing over 550 yards, but could easily jump back for the stakes.
Holly Noelle is the other greyhound, but her win was over even a greater distance, try 770 yards. She is tough on top and breaking is what got her into the finals last year and she seems to have not lost her touch.
Get ready on the 14th, as the entries will be in for the stakes and you will see if your favorite will be making the plunge to the added distance. The real fun and excitement gets under way on January 21st in the first round of the stakes. The second round will run on January 24th, and the third round will go on January 28th. The Semi-finals will take place on January 31st, and the finals of the 2011 Orange Park Derby will run on Saturday evening February 5th at the Orange Park Kennel Club.
Like I said at the start, this race looks to be one of the toughest and deepest in recent memory, and just because the big names might be the favorites, you never know who is going to win the title. That's why we run the races!

Seeking More Excellence

2010-12-17T14:32:00.000-05:00

Friday - 12/17/2010

Another fantastic weekend ahead at the Orange Park Kennel Club, with the best of the best at 550 and 660 yards heading to post. Also remember that we have another marathon race on the card for Friday evening.

Tune it to see some of the best greyhounds in the country head to post, and compete against each other here throughout the weekend.

The fun starts out in the 10th race on the card for Friday evening at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

1. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) just won the puppy stakes with ease from this every same post. If he comes to run, it could be back to back monster wins from this talented pup. Doing his All-American Daddy, Afleet Alex, proud again!

2. Kiowa Mc Gee (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Wild Color) finished 4th in the stakes, but gets a much better post position in this effort. He loves the rail, and will be looking to get some revenge in this one!

3. Sunsands Dream (Extruding Dream - Sunsands Petsie) moved back to grade A with a near box to wire win in her last effort. She is best near the lead, so a big break will be needed again in this effort.

4. Steel Reserve (Iruska All Star - Gable Pops) found his break in his last race and survived at the wire to join the grade A ranks again tonight. He too is best close early, so he needs to hit the lid again here.

5. May's Amata (Can You Hear Me - Kb's Mayflower) is a bit of an all or nothing greyhound. So, above everyone else, she really needs to make sure she breaks well tonight. If she is behind early, from this tough box, forget about her.

6. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) doesn't mind the outside posts and in a race full of frontrunners, this greyhound has an edge. He can go from off or on the pace, and that will help him factor tonight.

7. Pat C Sis In Law (Lonesome Cry - Pat C Velvet Sis) took advantage of some trouble behind her in her last effort and stole away an easy victory. Here she is up in class and if she is not close early on, it could be a long evening.

8. Braska Deacon (Oshkosh Slammer - Cherry Baby) has won back to back races and 4 in his last 6 efforts. He has been breaking really well and holing on at the wire to win. If he can see the lead, he will be a tough out tonight.

Although it could be crowded early on in this race, Really Xtreme has just too much going for him not to win this effort. He has the best raw speed, the best post position, the best recent record, and he just won a stakes final over 8 lengths in his last effort! All he has to do is break around the front and he should prove unstoppable in this effort. Braska Deacon is not going to make it too easy though. He has also won 4 of his last 6 effort and with back to back scores in grade A, he knows how to get it done. He runs his best on the front end, so breaking quickly from this good post position is a must. Kiowa Mc Gee gets a great post position in this race and that might just help him have a chance at revenge in this effort. He was 4th in the finals of the stakes behind Xtreme, and it was a big race for him as he overcame trouble to drive and get there. He is getting better with every start and the more experience he has, the more he is turning into a complete greyhound. Granted he might not see the lead tonight, be he should keep on coming throughout and find a way to challenge. Kiowa Top Design is another greyhound not to be forgot about in this effort. He has all the tools needed to win this race, just like he has done so many times before in grade A. He doesn't mind the post, he has enough late speed to threaten, and he has been in the trifecta in 5 of his last 6 efforts. All he needs is a little room early on and he will be a threat again in this effort. (1-8-2-6)

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Saturday - 12/18/2010

Race three on the weekend will be the 15th and final one on the card for Saturday Evening.

1. Dirty Picture (Coldwater Konow - Chance With Me) is having a tough go of it in A so far, but previous he won 3 of 4 starts on the front end. With the one box tonight, he might have a shot to rebound.

2. Kanuka (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) loves the rail and gets a great post to start this race from. Up in grade, she needs to bring her A game tonight. Breaking fast will be her best asset in this effort.

3. Tipsy Brutus W (Tipsy Character - Jetstar Streaker) is a good closer over the 660 yard course and just recently won a marathon race. With a strong almost midtrack post, he should be making up ground throughout.

4. Kiowa Trent Tovi (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) has moved back to 660 yards and is still getting his feet wet again over the distance. He is a strong competitor over here and should contend with every stride tonight.

5. Kiowa Vic (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) has been running tough and as long as he is close, he is a threat in any race. The post is his biggest downfall in this effort. A strict rail runner, he needs to find a way inside tonight.

6. Kelsos Puremagic (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelsos Gabriella) has taken well to the switch to 660 yards, and as long as she breaks, she is a force to be reckoned with. She has tools to win, she just needs to use them.

7. Kiowa Deli Dee (Flying Stanley - Kiowa About Deli) has not been touched in 6 efforts in a row. She has nothing but ones showing on the scoreboard. Breaking fast again, they are going to be hard pressed to stop this streak.

8. Gs Jaxson (Lewis And Wax - Gs Kayla) is riding high off a monster win in his last effort. He was clearly the best and gets another great outside post position. Not just a one trick pony, this greyhound will close and challenge here.

No doubt who to pick in this effort, Kiowa Deli Dee! This greyhound has been in a league all her own, and since moving away from Budby, no one has been able to beat her. She has broke to the lead in each of her last 6 races in a row and went box to wire for the win. All 1's showing on the page, she will continue her torrid start, and hang tough throughout as the streak continues tonight. Trying to chase her down before the finish line will be Gs Jaxson. This greyhound is completely at home from the outside part of the racetrack and is riding high off of a huge victory in his last effort. He won't be able to match the early speed of Deli Dee as they go thru the early stages, but he might be able to chip away at it throughout. If he can get to her before the stretch run, he might have a chance to win. Kiowa Trent Tovi is a better breaker and should be forcing the pace from the starting box to the wire in this effort. Sure he wishes he was a bit more on the rail, but he will do ok from the 4 box tonight. If he can get some help, he is not out of the realm of possible winners of this race. Closing is Tipsy Brutus W forte and he will be showcasing that once again in this effort. Near the midtrack here in the 3 box, he should be at home at the start. As long as he can get around cleanly, he will continue to move forward in this effort. If he does decide to break well, it could be really interesting at the finish line tonight. (7-8-4-3)

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Saturday - 12/18/2010

The second feature race on the weekend comes our way in the 11th race on the card for Saturday Matinee.

1. Farve's A Viking (Flying Stanley - Greys Bombayduck) can be tough when he gets clear, but you never really know when that is. Tonight could be a touchdown or an interception! We'll have to wait and see.

2. Smokin Az Becket (Team Record* - Ptl Linda) likes to race from the rail and gets to start near it in this race. He has good early speed and when he breaks well, he can contend. He needs to step up again today.

3. Kiowa Gooddesign (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) is the best early speed greyhound in this race and could wire this field on the lead everything goes his way. Posted up well today, it might just be box to wire time again.

4. Howdoyoulikethat (Lonesome Cry - Here's The Thing) is back in grade A hot off a win in this last effort. He is all rail all the time and will need a clear path to get there today. If he can hit the lid again, watch out!

5. Ru Tuff Enuf (Let's Winendine - Faith Keeper) is in a TUFF post here in the 5 box, but it's time to overcome it and get back to winning. He will get room early on, empty box & rail breaker, let's see what he does with it.

6. Where's Lil Tiny (Lonesome Cry - Cm Lil Bit) is all about being close early on in the race. Without a solid break, she will be overmatched in this effort. If she does decide to come out running, she might have a chance.

7. Big Drama (Get Over - Rooftop Flojo) is a solid grade A competitor that finds herself in another tough post. She loves the rail, and breaking outside is not her forte. Look for her to close though, and threaten late.

8. Se's Roda Ram (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Winfra Ramora) is tough when she can get to the lead, but she has not been as consistent as she has wanted to be. Still getting used to the new surroundings, today she could be upset minded again.

Time to see if he really is Tuff Enuf. Recently this 5 box has given him fits, but he clearly the choice in this field. He has the best skills and the best raw talent, he just needs to put them together once again. He will get a bit of a break here as the 2 thru 4 greyhounds will all go to the rail early on, and give him some extra room to rush the turn. With the closing speed he posses, all he has to do is be around early on and he should prove best at the finish line. Dukeing it out on the early lead will be Kiowa Gooddesign and Smokin Az Becket. Both greyhounds are posted up, both greyhounds have great early speed, and both want the lead and the win in this effort. If they both decide to show off all they have from the starting box, either one of them could pull off the upset in this race. Slight edge early to Gooddesign as he is just a step better from the box, but the late edge goes the other way as Becket is not quite as short as Gooddesign is in the stretch. If there is trouble behind, one of these two should be the winner. Trying to make all the early speed moot will be Big Drama. This greyhound is the best closer in the field and can come on with the best of them at the racetrack in the stretch. He biggest hurdle in this effort is the post position. She loves to race on the rail and has to start out this effort on the outside once again! She has been stuck there for 6 efforts in a row and has only one in the money effort to show for it. Breaking well would go a long way to help her out in this effort. (5-3-2-7)

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Sunday - 12/19/2010

Race three on the weekend will be the 15th and final one on the card for Saturday Evening.

1. Dirty Picture (Coldwater Konow - Chance With Me) is having a tough go of it in A so far, but previous he won 3 of 4 starts on the front end. With the one box tonight, he might have a shot to rebound.

2. Kanuka (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) loves the rail and gets a great post to start this race from. Up in grade, she needs to bring her A game tonight. Breaking fast will be her best asset in this effort.

3. Tipsy Brutus W (Tipsy Character - Jetstar Streaker) is a good closer over the 660 yard course and just recently won a marathon race. With a strong almost midtrack post, he should be making up ground throughout.

4. Kiowa Trent Tovi (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) has moved back to 660 yards and is still getting his feet wet again over the distance. He is a strong competitor over here and should contend with every stride tonight.

5. Kiowa Vic (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) has been running tough and as long as he is close, he is a threat in any race. The post is his biggest downfall in this effort. A strict rail runner, he needs to find a way inside tonight.

6. Kelsos Puremagic (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelsos Gabriella) has taken well to the switch to 660 yards, and as long as she breaks, she is a force to be reckoned with. She has tools to win, she just needs to use them.

7. Kiowa Deli Dee (Flying Stanley - Kiowa About Deli) has not been touched in 6 efforts in a row. She has nothing but ones showing on the scoreboard. Breaking fast again, they are going to be hard pressed to stop this streak.

8. Gs Jaxson (Lewis And Wax - Gs Kayla) is riding high off a monster win in his last effort. He was clearly the best and gets another great outside post position. Not just a one trick pony, this greyhound will close and challenge here.

No doubt who to pick in this effort, Kiowa Deli Dee! This greyhound has been in a league all her own, and since moving away from Budby, no one has been able to beat her. She has broke to the lead in each of her last 6 races in a row and went box to wire for the win. All 1's showing on the page, she will continue her torrid start, and hang tough throughout as the streak continues tonight. Trying to chase her down before the finish line will be Gs Jaxson. This greyhound is completely at home from the outside part of the racetrack and is riding high off of a huge victory in his last effort. He won't be able to match the early speed of Deli Dee as they go thru the early stages, but he might be able to chip away at it throughout. If he can get to her before the stretch run, he might have a chance to win. Kiowa Trent Tovi is a better breaker and should be forcing the pace from the starting box to the wire in this effort. Sure he wishes he was a bit more on the rail, but he will do ok from the 4 box tonight. If he can get some help, he is not out of the realm of possible winners of this race. Closing is Tipsy Brutus W forte and he will be showcasing that once again in this effort. Near the midtrack here in the 3 box, he should be at home at the start. As long as he can get around cleanly, he will continue to move forward in this effort. If he does decide to break well, it could be really interesting at the finish line tonight. (7-8-4-3)

Really Xtreme Demolishes Final Field

2010-12-13T15:27:00.000-05:00

Really Xtreme, the offspring of 2007 All-American Afleet Alex, didn't disappoint as he dominated the finals of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile.

Even though the race was run on Saturday evening at the Orange Park Kennel Club, the true start of this victory lap might just have been on Wednesday Matinee. After a sixth place finish in the semi-finals, Really Xtreme was relegated to selecting his post randomly fourth, but trainer Mike Gerard pulled out just what he wanted, and needed, the one box. With a clean lane to rush in early on, this race looked like his too loose, but he still has to show up and run.
Already in the stakes he had shown his domination twice with wins about 6 lengths clear of the field as he stopped the clock in the low 30.30 range, but could he do that again in the finals? Could he rebound after his rough trip in the semis? All questions were answered as the box popped open.
Not only did Really Xtreme break well, Really Xtreme went to the lead. He even out broke the ultra fast May's Flora, and took instant control of this race. He was in command from the very first step, and when you get a talented greyhound with a ton of raw speed in front early, it gets ugly. By the first turn he was already two lengths clear of the competition and as the race went on, he increased his lead with each and every step. He padded it to five full lengths by the far turn, and came home with a flurry as he crossed the wire eight and a half lengths clear of the competition. He stopped the clock at a personal best 30.30 seconds, and this all comes from a greyhound who has just twenty-one starts under his belt.
May's Flora might have qualified last in points and won a tie-breaker to just get into this race, but she ran far beyond her early efforts in this final round race. She missed her big break, but she still rushed hard to the first turn and was just off the leader in second as they headed up the backside. Trouble ensued behind her, so she took full advantage of it. She chased the best that she could for the rest of the race, she just was not match for the all out speed of Really Xtreme. Scottish Dreamer had a clean run to the turn and tried to move inside early and collided with Kelsos Spiffy, but Spiffy got the raw end of the deal there as she was shuffled out of contention. Dreamer continued on around the turn and held throughout for a third place effort. Kiowa Mc Gee completed the superfecta as he found some trouble at the first turn, but still managed to find a way back into the money. Completing this race was General Sherm in fifth, Miami On Fire in sixth, Kelsos Spiffy in seventh, and Gm's Giovanni in last. It should be noted that despite Xtreme and Flora, the rest of the field were all within three lengths of each other at the finish line.
Congratulation head out to Kennel Owner Lester Raines, Greyhound Owner Deb Strickland, Trainer Mike Gerard, and everyone else connected with this wonderful greyhound. A puppy no more Really Xtreme could be the best sprinter at the racetrack right now. He is firing on all cylinder and as he gains experience he might get even better. Now that's a scary thought! He is not short either and might even be gearing up for a try over the added distance for the upcoming 660 Orange Park Derby. Xtreme is from the first litter of the 2007 All-American Afleet Alex, sister to our giveaway pup Afleet Red, and the first stakes winner out of the Orange Park All-American.
No matter what lies ahead for this talented greyhound, you better get used to the name. REALLY XTREME. Why? I have a feeling you are going to get used to hearing it in story after story from us at the Orange Park Kennel Club. This greyhound is the real deal, and is doing his daddy proud, as he takes it to the Xtreme in each and every effort.

Super Saturday at Orange Park

2010-12-09T14:54:00.000-05:00

What a great Saturday evening we are going to have at the Orange Park Kennel Club. Not only do we have the finals of our 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile, we have plenty of other great things going on.

Our holiday promotion is going on and we will be giving away thousands of dollars in cash and prizes and a flat screen TV after the 11th race. To get in of the big prize, you need to know a little about racing, or just be lucky. You have to select the winner of the race and place your entry in the winner box. The winner of the TV will be selected from all the entries that are placed in the winner's box.
Another added bonus not to miss is our first 770 yard race since the one that ran in the Night of Stars. Against a mixed field of greyhounds there might be a stand out as Starla Vintage, who finished 2nd in the NOS race, is posted up here in the 3 box.
An exciting pup makes his debut in the 7th race as, Locall Torino looks like the real deal. He has breezed thru the grading ladder and just missed a perfect trip to grade A by a head. He has been breaking very quickly and is not short at all at the end of the race. He has been racing off late and in the race he missed, he came from way off the pace to challenge at the wire. Keep it eye out for him in the future.
Now for the showstopper, the finals of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile will come your way in the 11th race on the card. Let's take a better look at this race.

1. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) will be the race favorite in this race and he might have won this race even without the 1 box. With the 1 box, he should get clear early, and if he is, it could be a long night of the opposition. He clearly is the fastest greyhound in this field, and the one to beat tonight.

2. Kelsos Spiffy (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelsos Gabriella) is the best closer in this race, but if she breaks, she could be the all out winner. She has late speed the rest only dream about, and from the rail she can be extra tough. The post will help her out tonight and that might be just enough to get her over the edge in this effort.
3. General Sherm (Deerfield Site* - Mystic Opal) is still riding high of his first grade A win, but he will needs to keep up the work in this race. He doesn't mind the inside post and the 3 box is fine for him to start from. With a good mix of early and late speed, he could be a threat throughout in this one.
4. Miami On Fire (San Tan Riffraff - Gottagetitdone) is the hottest greyhound going right now in the stakes. Winning his last 3 efforts in a row, he is on FIRE, but the post position might just cool him off a bit in this effort. He can break, and he can close, so he is never out of any race. If he gets clear early, he will put up a big fight tonight.
5. Kiowa Mc Gee (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Wild Color) matured well in the stakes rounds and became a bit more a complete greyhounds and a little less of a front or nothing runner. Working against him in this race has to be the 5 box. He runs his best on the rail, and will need to find a way to get there early on in this effort. If he doesn't break well tonight, it could be a long trip around the oval.
6. May's Flora (Can You Hear Me - Kb's Mayflower) is the best early speed greyhound in this race and the one to catch before the finish line. She can run from anywhere because of all her early speed, but she would have liked to start more near the rail in this effort. She pays for it in the stretch, and is short, short, short, heading for the wire. Now the real question is, Can she hold on to win? Can she hold on in the money? We will see.
7. Scottish Dreamer (Droppys Vieri - Crystal Chrysler) was more consistent in the rounds that any other greyhound. Never finishing out of the trifecta, she was money in each and every start. She has the tools to win, and she gives all she has in each and every effort. From a post that she likes, she should rush early, and factor throughout once again.
8. Gm's Giovanni (Oya Tom Terrific - Gs Flame) was hoping and praying for an 8 box and he GOT IT! Now the rest is up to him. In round 1 he shocked everyone with a box to wire win from this post, and tonight he needs another personal best if he wants to take down this talented field. Never caught on the lead, he needs to find a way to get his nose in front early on.
Ok so here we go with a little race breakdown. I like Really Xtreme to win this race. A wise man once told me that in stakes finals a lot of things go into who is going to win. Post position, grade, class, early speed, etc., but on with all things being equal, it's the best greyhound that takes the trophy. Xtreme to me is the best greyhound. He has the best raw speed of anyone in this field. He is simply faster than the rest. He has a solid break, a big rush, and once in front he just keeps running up the score. Here he also gets the 1 box and a slower breaker to his outside. That will give him room early and allow him to apply his trade. Look for him to stalk the pace early on and prove too much for the leader, and the competition late. Second best I like Kelsos Spiffy. Spiffy is probably the only greyhound in this field that could really run with Xtreme in the open if they locked up early on. She has great closing speed and as of late she has been breaking much better. She like the rail and gets it here in the 2 box. She is a complete greyhound, but has the occasion to sit early and let the leaders go just a bit too far before she starts to make her run. If she comes out fast, she can win this race, but to me that is a big IF. I look for her to weave her way thru the race and come flying up late to just miss winning this effort. Scottish Dreamer has to get a look here for the simple fact that she is in the groove right now. She is firing on all cylinders and gets a good post position to start this race from. She might not be the speediest greyhound, she might not be winning a bunch in a row, she might not be dominating fields, but she has a great rush to the turn, will get room early, and she will contend throughout once again in this race. Now for the final spot in the superfecta we leave the greyhound that will be in the lead early on. May's Flora is easily the best early speed greyhound in this race. She can fly from the starting box and steal a lead over anyone in this field. With all of this early dominance, she has to pay for it in some way and that comes at the end of the race. She is short, short, short in the stretch and at the finish line. She has not held on for the win in a while and will have a hard time keeping the competition at bay at the end of this effort. She has the tools to get it done on the lead though, but if she is going to win, she will need some major help behind her in this effort. (1-2-7-6)

Bios 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile

2010-12-07T17:04:00.000-05:00

Semi-Finals of the Jacksonville Juvenile

2010-12-06T14:42:00.000-05:00

Monday - 12/6/2010

And now it gets INTERESTING! The semi-finals of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile are upon us and all the puppies are ready to go. All 24 of the greyhounds remaining will be vying for a spot in the final 8 positions on Saturday Evening at the Orange Park Kennel Club.
Don't forget that along with the stakes final, we will run our holiday promotion and be giving away thousands in cash and prizes, and a flat screen TV.
So grab some friends, and make some plans, to be here with us on Saturday Evening at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Now back to the semi-finals and the first of three races on the card for Monday evening heads our way in the 7th.
1. Craigie Ironlad (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Greys Starwishes) loves the rail and gets it here in the 1 box. He has great closing speed and will need it here tonight. Let's see if he can rebound in this effort.
2. Kb's Iron Mike (Lonesome Cry - Kb's Mossy Tek) is a solid chaser that gets another good post to break from. With a bit of close in his step, he needs find his break if he wants a shot at the finals.
3. Touch My Hand (Coldwater Kellin - Midnight Venture) has been a threat throughout in the rounds and the pace keeps up tonight. From another almost midtrack post, expect a quality effort here.
4. Playboy Joe (Joe Hearns - Too Late) has shown some good early speed as of late and if he can get out again he might have a longshot at the win here. He is short though, so he will need some help behind.
5. Scottish Dreamer (Droppys Vieri - Crystal Chrysler) has really stepped up her game at the right time. She has been breaking & running really tough. No matter the post, she will factor again in this one.
6. General Sherm (Deerfield Site* - Mystic Opal) is a big strong closer that needs to make up for the one race that he missed the money. He has enough late to get it done before the wire, but needs to break close in order to have a shot.
7. Gs Quasimoto (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) is better than his lines show and sitting in the box the last couple of starts have done him no favors. If he can get around early, he will be a threat at the finish.

8. Hs Butane (Ben Awhile - Flying Santan) has all the tools to win this race, he just needs to step up and use them. Away from the crowd, he should be clear early, if he finds his break, he has a chance to win.
Before the stakes rounds Hs Butane was on a tear with 6 efforts in a row in the quiniela, In a couple of the stakes efforts he has not broke from the box well and it has cost him dearly. His only hope to make the finals is to come out running in this effort. From a post where he should get a good look and a clean trip to the turn, he has all the stuff going in his favor. All he has to do is break, and he has a good shot to win this race. Scottish Dreamer has been firing on all cylinders right now and the car is not going to turn off before the finish line tonight. Who cares about the post, Not him. As long as he continues to come out quickly at the start of the race and rush to the turn like he has been, he should be able to keep the drive alive and challenge the leaders throughout. Touch My Hand is well overdue for a big effort. Ok, so it's not like he has been slacking, but he just have not been winning races. He has been oh so close in each and every start and if he wants a chance here, he needs to find his break and the front end at the start of this race. Kb's Iron Mike is better than his lines show. I know he has been a factor in almost all of his efforts, but previous to the lines showing, he was breaking well and winning races. He has his hands full once again in this effort, but from a great starting box, he could find some of that old magic tonight. (8-5-3-2)

The second race in the stakes takes place in the first half of the forced out twin-trifecta, the 10th on the card.
1. Miami On Fire (San Tan Riffraff - Gottagetitdone) is living up to his name so far in the stakes. Granted he missed in round one, but with back to back wins, he is on a roll and posted up. Look out for him here.

2. Gm's Giovanni (Oya Tom Terrific - Gs Flame) is out to prove a point in the stakes with a win and 3 quality efforts. He has a good rush and can hang with anyone late. From an inside post, he needs to break.
3. Ethel's Pick (Flying Penske - M's Elizabeth) has flashed some good closing speed in the last couple of starts, but if she gets too far behind too early on, she is up a creek without a paddle. Posted well, she needs a big early effort.
4. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) is clearly the one to beat in the stakes. He is frankly just better than the rest of the field and has proved it with back to back wins. His only obstacle tonight, the 4 box.
5. Z Sevinteawon (Mulberry Gus - Greys Red Ribbon) can close a bit at the end of the race, but draws his third midtrack post in a row. Here he needs to break better, or he could be in a world of hurt at the 1st turn.
6. Cheyenne Rascal (Kiowa Mon Manny - Payday Robin) had been breaking well, until his last effort, in the stakes and was a factor throughout in those efforts. Here he needs to rebound in a big way to factor.
7. My Choice (Lonesome Cry - Nauset Lass) has been a force from the inside, but tonight she will have to try and get it done from the outside. Not the same runner if she is not close to the early lead, so a good start would go a long way to help her out in this effort.
8. Gs Tee Up (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) has been a closing force in all of the efforts he has ran in the stakes rounds. Tonight he needs his best trip, and might just get it from this post. He needs a win!
No tough call in this race, just keep riding the horse and take home the easy cashing ticket. Really Xtreme is just that good! This greyhound is head and shoulders above the rest and when he clears early on, the race is over. His only hurdle in this effort will be the post position. He does get xtra room with the empty box next to him though, so I think he will do what he needs to get it done. Miami On Fire has really found in again in his last couple of races with back to back winning efforts. What is more impressive is that he just keeps on coming no matter what and has shown poise far beyond his starts. He will need to get outside from the 1 box in this effort though if he wants to be effective. Gs Tee Up has the post, experience, and determination to do well in this effort, he just needs to be a bit closer at the start of the race. Closing is his best attribute, and he will be making up ground once again in this effort. He needs to put it all on the line tonight, as he will need all the points he can muster if he wants an outside shot at making the finals. Gm's Giovanni has run the best of his career so far in the stakes rounds. He has really been coming out close and has been running tough in each and every effort. Now to a rail post position, this could throw a monkey wrench in the whole works. If he wants a chance to factor tonight, he needs to be close early on. (4-1-8-2)

The final stakes race on the card runs in the 11th race for Monday evening at the Orange Park Kennel Club.
1. May's Flora (Can You Hear Me - Kb's Mayflower) is the best early speed greyhound in this race and starts off in her best box once again. I know no one beats her to the lead here, but to the finish line is a different story. Can she steal enough to upset? Maybe, just maybe.
2. Gs Prada (Get Over - Nicole's Andrea) runs tough when she is close to the early lead in any race and needs to be there here in order to contend. She likes the rail and that might be the boost she needs in this effort.
3. Kelsos Spiffy (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelsos Gabriella) is running as hot as anyone right now at the Orange Park Kennel Club. Two in a row and three in four starts, she is on fire. From the lead or from off the pace, she is a threat to win again here.
4. Hs Babe (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Brownsugar) pulled off a big win in round one but since?? Breaking fast is the key to her success and she sat in the box in back to back efforts. Tonight, she needs to hit the lid again.
5. Hanks All Smiles (Deco Deano - Zam Turbo Blitz) might not be winning in the stakes, but this puppy is trying the best that she can. She has been closing throughout and has not missed the money yet. In tough here, she needs to keep it up.
6. Wkl Marly Carly (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Wkl Whitefeather) is only in contention on the lead, without it she is lost. So a huge break is needed again in this effort, or she will have no chance to contend.
7. Kiowa Sue Manny (Kiowa Mon Manny - Kiowa Sweet Sue) has started to wake up and gets a great outside post to start this race from. All she has to do is clear close and she will be in the thick of things at the finish line.
8. Kiowa Mc Gee (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Wild Color) has all the tools to win this race, he just has to want to use them. With a win and a second in three efforts, he's in the mix. He needs another big trip to make it to the finals.
Tough to pick against a back to back winner, so I won't! Kelsos Spiffy has been getting close early and terrorizing fields in the stretch. She is as fast as she wants to be and always keeps on moving forward in each and every effort. She has blazing speed and draws another good starting box tonight. All she has to do is be close early on, and this race will be hers too loose. May's Flora will be the greyhound to catch in this effort. She has all the early speed in the world and is starting to figure it all out once again. She loves the rail and gets to start from her best box in her second race in a row. She should outrun everyone to the front, but holding on for this short greyhound could become an issue for her. If she gets some help behind her, she might have a chance to win this effort. Kiowa Sue Manny is coming off a monster win in her last effort and gets another good outside post to start off this race from. She has a good rush to the turn and enough closing speed to be dangerous in the stretch. The post is what makes her a threat tonight. If she gets out, she could be smelling an upset. Hs Babe has the biggest upside of any greyhound in this field, but she has to want it in this effort. No one right around her can break as well as she can when she wants to, and late she can hold her own and is not really all that short. If she could stalk the pace throughout tonight, she could have a chance to be a longshot winner. (3-1-7-4)

Raines Continues to Dominate

2010-12-06T10:35:00.000-05:00

The Lester Raines Kennel borrowed a line from a famous song in the 3rd round of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile. You know the old Herman's Hermits song Henry The 8th I Am, "Second Verse Same As The First". The leading point getters for the kennel, in the stakes, both put up back to back victories that almost secures each a spot in the final field on Saturday evening.

Most impressive once again had to be the Afleet Alex offspring, Really Xtreme! This greyhound is far the class of this field and he proved it once again with another tremendous effort. Not only is he winning races, he is destroying fields in the process. This time around he won by almost 7 lengths and stopped the clock in the low 30.30 second range for the second race in a row. If he keeps up this torrid pace, I don't think there is anyone in this field that can hang with him.
Trying her best to get out of her Kennelmates shadow was Kelsos Spiffy. Spiffy has looked strong in all of the stakes rounds too, and with back to back wins, she is making a name for herself as well. She is more of a closer than her counterpart, and used that late speed to run down the early leader in the stretch to steal away another victory in the stakes. If she keeps breaking like she has been, she might be a tough out the further she moves on in the competition.
Kiowa Sue Manny also made some noise for the O'Donnell Kennel as she drew a great starting box and made the most of it with a winning trip. She took quick command of her race and held tough on the lead all the way to the finish line. She crossed in the second fastest time on the card in the stakes and proved that she must not be overlooked in this stakes. If she can keep breaking, she might have a shot at making it into the finals of this race.
The DQ Williams Kennel is not out of the runner either after another impressive win from Miami On Fire. Fire has really started to return to form after a couple of missteps along the way. This win was the 2nd in a row for this nice looking pup, and like most DQ greyhounds, Fire does what needs to be done. Two starts ago he won from behind and in this effort he won on the front end. If he can get clear early on, he could be a threat for a three peat.
The field was cut once again for the Semi-Finals as three races, 24 greyhounds, will be vying for all those important points and a chance to move on to the finals on Monday Evening December 6th at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Orange Park Holiday Promotion - Dec 11th

2010-12-02T16:01:00.000-05:00

The Orange Park Kennel Club will be getting into the Holiday spirit on Saturday evening December 11th with our special Holiday Promotion.

After races 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 we will draw 5 names and the lucky winners will get a chance to pull a prize out of Santa's bag of goodies. Prizes include $100 gift cards to Target and Wal-Mart, or $100 in cash.
But the fun isn't over after the 10th race, no way, you have to stick around and handicap the finals of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile in order to have a chance at the grand prize, a 42" TV.
Just choose a winner for the 11th race, place your ticket in the appropriately numbered box, and if your greyhound wins, you might have a chance at the TV.
The winner of the grand prize will be selected from the entries in the winning greyhound of the Jacksonville Juveniles box. For example, if the 8 greyhound wins, 1 winner will be selected from the entries in the #8 box.
Mark your calendars and save some time for us on December 11th as we give away loads of cash and prizes at the Orange Park Kennel Club, in conjunction with the best puppies at the racetrack competing in the finals of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile.

3rd Round of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile

2010-12-01T12:36:00.000-05:00

Now the action really heats up and the third round of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile is upon us. The points are spread out all over the place, and with no undefeated greyhounds left, each and every point will be needed to move on to the next round.

Longshots ruled in round 1, but the favorites rebounded in round 2, who will be the ones to shine inthe 4 races in round 3? Let's find out!

The first stakes quarter-final comes in the 7th race on the card on Friday Evening.
1. Playboy Joe (Joe Hearns - Too Late) was a winner in round 1, but faltured from a tough post in round . Here this rail runner gets the 1 box and will to come out running to use it to the best of his ability.
2. My Choice (Lonesome Cry - Nauset Lass) has stepped up her game in the stakes rounds and the dual rail posts have helped the cause. Tonight from yet another rail post, you might get more of the same.
3. Ww Van Kay Stove (Deerfield Site* - Gale Ww Von Kay) is a wide runner that has a bit of close to her in the stretch. If she wants to contend again from an inside post, she needs to be close early on.
4. Touch My Hand (Coldwater Kellin - Midnight Venture) has some good early speed and has been tough so far in the stakes. He could be overdue for a big breaking effort, tonight could be his night.
5. Craigie Ironlad (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Greys Starwishes) has been on a tear and just keeps coming in each and every one of his efforts. No matter the post, he won't give up here. Look for him late.
6. Payday Lily (Kiowa Mon Manny - Payday Robin) is a steady chaser and might just be a bit better than her lines show. She does need to get to the rail from the outside here. She must break better against this tough field.

7. Gs Tee Up (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) is a strong closer that can come on with the best of them. His drawback in this race is the post position. He runs much better inside. From here, he needs to be closer early on.
8. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) rebounded in his last effort with a monster win. Away from the crowd here, he will come out close and give another big effort. This race could get UGLY if he hits it.
Tough to go against a greyhound that has pervious stakes final experience and showed that he could do it again in this stakes in his last effort. Really Xtreme put up and Xtreme effort over everyone in round 2 and from this outside post, he gets room to run, and will make quick work of this field. Once near the lead, this race is over. My Choice gets another rail post and that alone should make her a threat in this race. She has been next best in both rounds of the stakes and could take that to three in this race. All she has to do is keep up the good work. Craigie Ironlad is a closing machine that will be coming on throughout this effort. he has not missed the trifecta in 6 efforts in a row and tonight will not break with that trend. Forget the post, even though he likes the rail, he can close from anywhere, and will be a big time threat late in this effort. Touch My Hand is a strong breaker and rusher that needs to hit the lid in this race. He does get room early with the empty box next to him and it might allow him to get closer to the early lead in this effort. If he does get out first, he might just have a shot at the upset tonight. (8-2-5-4)

The second stakes event will be the 1st half of the forced out Twin-Tri in the 10 race on the card.

1. Kiowa Mc Gee (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Wild Color) is a monster on the lead and proved that with a win in round 1 and a no show in round 2. Tonight from the rail post, it might be out and gone time again.
2. Celtic Pup (Droppys Vieri - Crystal Chrysler) found her break in her last race and with an advantageous post position once again in this effort, she hoped to keep coming out fast. If she does break, she could factor throughout.
3. General Sherm (Deerfield Site* - Mystic Opal) put up a big win in round 1, but forgot how to break in round 2. Here he is inside and that will improve his effort. Look for him to be around early and to be a late threat to the leaders.
4. Hs Babe (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Brownsugar) needs to forget about her trouble ridden last effort and get back to the one that saw her win in round 1. She has good early speed & needs to break out fast if she wants to win.
5. Craigie All Hd (Lonesome Cry - Craigie Gotsome) can come from off the pace and challenge late in races, but so far in the stakes he has just barely cracked the money ceiling. Here he needs a better break and rush, so that he can close higher up the ladder.
6. Gs Quasimoto (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) like to come on at the end of the race and the outside post suits him well in this effort. He needs to get back to the 1st round effort, and forget the 2nd. If he gets out well, Watch out!
7. Ethel's Pick (Flying Penske - M's Elizabeth) just missed in round 2 as she can from way off the pace to challenge late. She needs to keep up the desire in this race. If she wants to run, she could be a late threat.
8. Miami On Fire (San Tan Riffraff - Gottagetitdone) got back on track in round 2 as he stole a win from off the pace. Here the 8 box is a great place for him to start from. Riding high now, he could have a shot at back to back victories.
Leading the way early on in this race should be Hs Babe. She is really tough near the front end and has enough early speed to get there again at the start of this effort. Close enough to the rail, this greyhound is going to have to step up though as another front runner will be looking to steal away the lead and the win on this field. Kiowa Mc Gee is a bit all or nothing and has shown each during the stakes rounds. He gets the one box here and it might just be enough to cadapult him to the lead and the win in this effort. If he comes to break, and run, this race could be over early on. General Sherm is the best closer in this field and can't be forgotten about in this effort. He is posted well on the inside part of the racetrack and already has won a round of the stakes. He will continue to close, no matter what, in this effort and even if he can't get up for the win, he should be a solid in a money play again tonight. Miami On Fire gets a notice for a couple of reasons. He got off the snide in this last race with a big come from behind win and he gets a great post position to start off this race. He likes it outside and should get room to break and run. If he can get into contention early on, he will be a force to be reckoned with at the finish line. (4-1-3-8)

Race three in the stakes rounds will take place in the 11th race on the card for Friday evening.
1. Gs Prada (Get Over - Nicole's Andrea) got clear in the 2nd round and showed just what she can do in the clear. Tonight she gets her best box and it could lead to another winning effort.
2. Kb's Iron Mike (Lonesome Cry - Kb's Mossy Tek) has been a threat throughout in all of his stakes round and that shouldn't change in this effort. With another good post, and company around early, he will be in the thick of it.
3. Hs Butane (Ben Awhile - Flying Santan) woke up again in his last effort and took home an impressive win. Tonight he looks to continue that trend from a better post position. If he gets out quick, he will be the one to beat.
4. Z Sevinteawon (Mulberry Gus - Greys Red Ribbon) has shown some late speed in the past, but needs to be clear in order to use it. If he can get around the turn in the open, he might have a shot at the money.
5. Gm's Giovanni (Oya Tom Terrific - Gs Flame) was a surprise winner in round 1 and ran tough in roudn 2 as well, but the 5 box is not the 8 box. Getting clear from here is a different story. If he doesn't break, it could be a long night.
6. Mrl Tatum (Mankato - Bow Fast Draw) is better than his lines show, but if he keeps sitting in the box, he might just be who we though he was. He can close a bit at the end of the race, but he has to be around early if he wants to contend.
7. May's Flaco (Can You Hear Me - Kb's Mayflower) is clearly the best early speed greyhound in this race and from the outside he will be unabated to the lead. Now for the real question. Can he hold on all the way to the wire and win?
8. Kiowa Sue Manny (Kiowa Mon Manny - Kiowa Sweet Sue) has some good late speed and used it in her last effort to take home the place spot at the wire. The outside post could help her stay out of trouble here. A big effort is needs if she wants to move on.
Hs Butane is back on track after that good win in round 2 and it's hard to ignore 6 quiniela efforts in his last 7 races. He is clearly the class in this field, and from a good inside post position, he will show it once again in this effort. With a big break, and strong rush to the turn, he should be around the lead early on and prove best at the finish line. Making him work all the way to the wire will be May's Falco. This greyhound has tremendous early speed and seems to have found it once again here at the Orange Park Kennel Club. Aiding him in this effort is the post position and the lack of early speed around him. This is going to be almost a false start from the outside part of the racetrack. He is going to easily be in the early lead in this effort, but can he steal enough to hold on at the wire for the win? That is the question that needs to be answered in this effort. Kb's Iron Mike is going to do what he has been doing so far in the stakes, CONTENDING! This greyhound seems to always be in the mix and even though he has not won a race in awhile, don't count him out in this effort. He is as fast as anyone in this field and if he decides to come out running, it might just be time for him to get back into that winner's circle. Gs Prada also has to be considered a threat to take home a victory. She loves the rail, and draws her best box here with the 1. She has a solid rush and great late speed that might have her finishing up the ladder at the wire. If she breaks and runs like she did in her last effort. All bets could be off tonight. (3-7-2-1)

The final stake race on the card comes in the 12th race, which is the 2nd half of the forced out Twin-Tri.
1. May's Flora (Can You Hear Me - Kb's Mayflower) is the early speed mark to catch in this race. She likes the rail and the one box is the place to be. If she fires out fast, she could last in the money tonight.
2. Sir Oliver (Hallo West Acre - Granpas Princess) loves the rail and is close enough here in the 2 box to be effective. He does need to break though as he is not the same greyhound from far off the pace, than he is when he is close to the lead.
3. Hanks All Smiles (Deco Deano - Zam Turbo Blitz) might have looked over her head a bit at the start, but she has run well in the stakes. She has stuck to her gameplan, closing, and made the most of it. Don't be surprised if she makes the money again.
4. Kelsos Spiffy (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelsos Gabriella) seems to have the party on again after a big time win in round 2. This greyhound is as fast as she wants to be and can get it done from on or off the pace. No one beats her if she WANTS to run.
5. Scottish Dreamer (Droppys Vieri - Crystal Chrysler) has really got into a groove and has been a threat in all of her last 4 efforts. She is breaking fast and contending throughout. Expect another qualify effort tonight.
6. Sheer Energy (Flying Penske - Kiowa Greg Beth) has shown a bit of close in a couple of his efforts, but needs to really step up his game if he wants to stay in the stakes. Breaking could go a long way in helping him out in this effort.
7. Wkl Marly Carly (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Wkl Whitefeather) exploded from the box in round 2 and held on the way to the wire for the win. She has to do it again if she wants to compete against this talented field.
8. Cheyenne Rascal (Kiowa Mon Manny - Payday Robin) might not be winning, but he sure has been factoring in his last 5 races in a row. He has been close early and been a threat throughout to the leaders. The outside post is ok for him. He looks to factor again.
I'll take the fastest of the fast in this effort and go with Kelsos Spiffy. Ok, so I know she can be a little quirky at times, but still she has a tools set that the rest of the greyhounds only wished they had. She doesn't need to be in front to win this race, she just needs to be around the leaders. With the lead, without the lead, whatever it takes, she finds a way to win in this effort. Scottish Dreamer gets a look here and tries to be the runner-up once again to Spiffy. Previous to that she won in round 1 and made the most of what had been given. With a solid break and room to run early on, she could be looking for an upset in this effort. May's Flora will probably be the one to catch in this race. She has all the early speed in the world and the 1 box to boot. Her problem is that she is short at the end of the race and will be getting run down before the finish line. Her only hope to win is that she hits the lead, steals a big lead, and gets some help behind her. Trying to keep up the good work is Hanks All Smiles. This little girl just keeps on trying in each and every start and although she is not a threat to win by 20, she does have the determination that gets her home in the money. She should be a good under play in your wagers tonight. (4-5-1-3)
The stakes continues on with the Semi-Finals which will run on Monday Evening December 6th. Three races of greyhounds will compete for the top 8 spots on Friday evening December 11th at the Orange Park Kennel Club. Join us for our Holiday Promotion as we give away thousands of dollars in gift cards and a new flat screen TV in the finals of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile.

Streaking at the Orange Park Kennel Club

2010-11-30T11:49:00.000-05:00

No greyhound is hotter at the Orange Park Kennel Club than Eds Budby. Budby is on a personal mission right now not to lose. Taking over in a long line of distance superstars, Eds Budby is showing the dominance that All-Americans Penny Candy and Burt Road did in their days. Untouchable is the only way to describe his recent efforts.

This 2010 Orange Park Derby Winner, and runner up in the James J Patton Silver Cup, has not slowed down at all as the year has rolled on. He just keeps picking them up and putting them down and has turned those unyielding efforts into wins.
Currently riding high on a seven race win streak, Budby is getting it done no matter the circumstances. From the front, he is tremendous, but from behind he might be even better. You see Budby never gives up in any race and just keeps on coming no matter what happens to him. This determination is the reason for his success.
OP 11/29/2010E-09 660 37.77 F 73 3 1 2 1 3 1 3.5 37.77 *1.40 A Continues The Streak

OP 11/24/2010E-09 660 38.20 F 73 6 4 4 3 1 nk 38.20 *0.70 A Six Wins In A Row Rl

OP 11/19/2010E-15 660 37.51 F 72.5 4 1 1 2 1 6 1 9 37.51 *0.70 A Blistering Drive Rl

OP 11/15/2010E-09 660 37.63 F 73 5 1 1 3 1 3 1 3 37.63 *0.80 A On A Roll Rail

OP 11/12/2010E-15 660 37.56 F 73 7 2 2 2 1 ns 37.56 *1.10 A Made Move In Time Rl

OP 11/08/2010E-09 660 38.11 F 73 3 3 3 2 1 1.5 38.11 *1.20 A Dashed By Leader Rl

OP 11/05/2010E-15 660 37.70 F 72.5 2 1 2 1 2 1 3.5 37.70 *1.00 A Pulled Away Rail
The 2010 campaign has been a great trip for this fantastic athlete. He has raced in 64 races, has won 34 times, and finished in the money on 55 occasions. If you look at his 660 yard starts alone, the numbers are even more impressive as he has won nearly 60 percent of his efforts. During the stakes rounds he has shined too with 12 starts, 5 wins, 4 places, 1 show, and 1 fourth place effort, or 11 for 12 in the money.

Congratulations to Owner and Trainer Mike Crowe for this superb greyhound and his fantastic year so far at the Orange Park Kennel Club. As he keeps on racking up the wins and keeps showcasing his talents, he has to be considered one of the best duel distance greyhounds in the country.

Lester Raines in Round 2

2010-11-30T10:25:00.000-05:00

The power pups from the Lester Raines Kennel might have been absent from round one, but in round two they made amends as the big names came thru and took home wins in 3 of the 6 stakes events on the card in the second round of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile.

Leading the pack, in the 10th race on the card, was Really Xtreme. Xtreme lived up to his expectations in this effort as she came out quickly, rushed to early control, and drew away from the field to win easily by 5 lengths. What was even more impressive was his winning time of 30.31 seconds. That us ULTRA fast on this racetrack and was almost 4 lengths better than any other winning greyhound on the card. On this occasion, he proved why he has the pre-race favorite.
Not to be outdone by too much, in the 7th race strong closer Kelsos Spiffy came to run on this occasion as well. Breaking from a good post position, Spiffy outrushed everyone to the lead and left the field in her wake as she walked away from the competition with each and every step she took. Crossing the line nearly 5 lengths clear of her nearest threat, Spiffy's 30.56 run was next best to Xtreme's on the card.
The third best effort on the card came in the 12th race from another Lester Raines Greyhound, Hs Butane. The fire got started early in this effort as Butane hit the after burners heading to the turn and outrushed everyone to the lead. From that point on it just got UGLY as he coasted on the lead in the clean air and crossed the finish line almost 5 lengths ahead of the rest of the field as he stopped the clock at 30.64 seconds.

The other winners came from the Willis, Wildfire, and DQ Williams Kennels.
Gs Prada, from Willis, gave a strong determined effort in the 13th race on the card to come again in the stretch to steal away the win. Really what did the trick for this closer, was getting near the lead early on. In the stretch the early speeder was not match for her as she jetted home to win by almost 4 lengths in a quick 30.74 second romp.
Wkl Marly Carly wasted no time at all in the 11th race as she popped the box and held the lead all the way to the wire for the Wildfire win. What made this win even more impressive was how she didn't let anything phase her. She was bumped in the 1st turn and pressured to the up the backside and into the far turn, but she kept he poise and her eye on the prize.
Miami On Fire was the only closing winner on the card, as trust me when I say, it was by the slimmest of margins. The top 4 greyhounds, in the 4th race, were in the photo for the win and separated by just a neck. To his credit, Miami, never gave up and showed the true drive and all out effort that many of his predecessors from the DQ Williams Kennel have in the past. Although his 31.17 clocking was the slowest stakes time on the card, a win is a win is a win.
The third round of the stakes will run on Friday December 3rd at the Orange Park Kennel Club, and the field will be cut down to 4 races. Just 32 of the best puppies remain and with no undefeated greyhounds left, and the points spread all over the place, this is going to prove to be an important round for everyone. JOIN US!

Round 2 - 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile

2010-11-29T15:23:00.000-05:00

The Connell and Falcon Kennels were hot in round one, what will happen in round two of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile?

Can the first round winners keep up their winning ways, or will some new greyhounds get a chance to shine brightest in the spotlight?
No matter what happens, you can be assured that we will have some great greyhound racing going on in our 6 feature stakes events on the card.

So let's get to in the 4th race for Monday night at the Orange Park Kennel Club.
1. Miami On Fire (San Tan Riffraff - Gottagetitdone) this nice looking pup has fallen of tough times. No break, finding trouble, and not shot to win. He needs to come out better and get a clean trip if he wants to rebound.
2. Ethel's Pick (Flying Penske - M's Elizabeth) has shown some late speed in the past, but needs to be closer early on. She is up in class and looked that was in round 1. The post helps, let's see her effort.
3. Celtic Pup (Droppys Vieri - Crystal Chrysler) used to be all about breaking, but that talent has gone far, far away. Against this talented field, she has to find her way back to the lead for a shot to move on in the stakes.
4. Gs Quasimoto (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) showed off his skills in round 1 and even though he didn't win, he made a bold late run. Warming up at the right time, he will make it interesting tonight.
5. Cincy Red (Stretchthetruth - Cb Helen Goldy) has the skills to be in the hunt in this race, she just needs to get out of the box quickly. Round one no break & trouble. Looking for a better trip in this effort.
6. Kane's Pawnee (Dodgem By Design - Summer Showers) was left at the break in round 1 and he doesn't need a repeat in this one. With a bit of close on his side, he could be an outside shot if he comes out quickly.
7. Hs Babe (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Brownsugar) was an easy winner in round 1 and looks to keep it going in this effort. She needs another quick break, but it is not going to be easy. IE, look at the 8 box!
8. Kiowa Mc Gee (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Wild Color) is a monster on the front end and proved that in round 1 with the best effort in the round. If he clears again, the race will be for place again tonight.
Tough on here as we have two first round winners battling it out to try and stay undefeated. To me, even though she didn't run as quick as Mc Gee did in round 1, Hs Babe gets my nod as she is way more consistent. She can run with or without the lead and will continue to keep up the good work in this effort. She likes it on the edges and the 7 box is a good spot for her to start from. All she has to do is keep on keeping on, and she will factor for the win tonight. Up next, the other winner, Kiowa Mc Gee. This greyhound is as fast as he wants to be and if he does make the lead in this one, RACE OVER! He would rather be midtrack, but may clear close from the outside in this effort. If he decides it's time to run, he might even factor from off the pace. Speaking of closers, Gs Quasimoto has to be considered a threat after his first round performance. He made up ground throughout in that race and put a scare into the leader in the stretch. Although he finished second, he flashed some of that talent that he has been holding in secret for a while now. Watch out if breaks well tonight as he still has the best raw speed of any greyhound in this race. Miami On Fire's lines don't look that great, but this pup just needs to have a clean trip to forget about all of those issues. He is Still 6 of 9 in the quiniela in his career, and has enough close to factor at the end of this race. Starting from the 1 box he should be able to get around, and even though winning might not be within his sites tonight, factoring in the superfecta should be. (7-8-4-1)

The second stakes event on the card comes our way in race 7.
1. Sugar Time (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Hoochie Goochie) is all about breaking and all about the rail and gets one of two to start with in this effort. The breaking is still up to her, but if she gets the lead, she is tough to beat out.
2. Sayitwasseth (Deerfield Site* - Mystic Opal) was running hot coming into the stakes, but major trouble in the 1st turn derailed him in that effort. From a favorable post, look for him to be a late threat tonight.
3. Scottish Dreamer (Droppys Vieri - Crystal Chrysler) was a surprise winner in round one, but if she keeps breaking, she might just put up another one tonight. Could it be back to back jacks? Maybe.
4. Hanks All Smiles (Deco Deano - Zam Turbo Blitz) is still a young puppy, but has shown some closing ability from dear old dad in almost all of her starts. She likes it midtrack, so game on again in this effort.
5. Pat C Shiraz (Black Shiraz - Paradise) is not the same greyhound without the lead, and he didn't get it in round 1. Here he needs to find the speed from the box. Why? It's his only chance to contend.
6. Where's Donna (Craigie Whistler - Pa's Elway Drive) can't be overlooked in this effort, even though she has not factored twice in a row. She has speed, close, and talent, she just needs to put it all together once again.
7. Ww Ilene's Time (Ww Time Warp - Isabels Iodine) has some good early speed, but can be short at the end of the race. This grade D greyhound is way over her head against this field, but with trouble behind, you never, never know.
8. Kelsos Spiffy (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelso Gabriella) is the fastest greyhound in this race by far and clearly the one to beat, well that is if she WANTS to run. She has great closing speed, and can break too. Anywhere close early, she will put up a dominate win.
Easily the choice here will be Kelsos Spiffy. When this greyhound gets her nose out around the lead, she is something to contend with. She has fantastic closing ability and can even break on occasion and punish grade A fields. She has way more speed than and rest of this field and the 8 box might just be her ticket to getting around the leaders at the start. The only all grade A line showing greyhound in this race, she is the one to beat. Scottish Dreamer has to be looked to as a threat in this race after her first round performance. She clearly could be the one to beat from the box and if she gets the lead again, she might have a shot at back to back winning efforts. She has been caught late in the past and could be again tonight. Flying high off a personal best, she might be ready to do it again. Hanks All Smiles might not be a threat to the early leaders in this effort, but she can enough late speed to be a factor in the stretch. She will be closing up throughout in this effort from a favorable post position and hopes to keep up the good work. At 10-1 in her last trip, she could be a good price play in your superfectas. Sayitwasseth needs to forget about that last trip and make amends for it in this effort. He had really been running well before the 1st round and needs to get back to that form tonight. His closing speed is top notch and when he is on, he can hang with the best of them at the racetrack. This rail loving pup is starting from the 2 box and that is close enough to factor in this effort. If he can break at all, he could be dangerous throughout this effort. (8-3-4-2)

More stakes racing action in the 1st half of the forced out Twin-Tri , here in race 10 on the card.

1. Ww's Gucci (Fuzzys Cannon - Ww's Flame) is a solid grade A competitor that can close on strong at the end of the race. She likes the post and it should help them continue her 4 race in the money streak here.
2. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) ran a game 2nd in the 1st round and believe me when I tell you, he was not HAPPY! He was the pre-race favorite and will do his best to prove it in this race.
3. Kb's Iron Mike (Lonesome Cry - Kb's Mossy Tek) closed well in round 1 and was around for the duration near the leaders. From a better post in this effort, he might just give even more. If he finds his break, he could be a handful for the competition.
4. Kiowa Sue Manny (Kiowa Mon Manny - Kiowa Sweet Sue) was left at the break in round 1 and never rallied. Tonight this strong closer is looking to get back into form and factor. The midtrack post might just help in that effort.
5. Playboy Joe (Joe Hearns - Too Late) too instant command in his first round race and made it look too easy on the front end. Here he will need to come out running again if he wants a repeat effort.
6. General Sherm (Deerfield Site* - Mystic Opal) was also a winner in round 1 as the closer held off all challengers on the front end. With 5 efforts in a row in the money, you know he is going to be around again.
7. Pat C Dreamrider (Lansley Bale - Pat C No Harmony) could be in a world of hurt once again in this effort. This grade D greyhound is frankly over his head against these talented grade A greyhounds. His only shot, is to break on top.
8. Touch My Hand (Coldwater Kellin - Midnight Venture) is a good early speed rusher that just missed taking home a first round win in the stretch. He will like it outside and has enough to see the lead again tonight, but the real question is, Can he hold on to it and win?
This race is going to be the toughest of the evening. We have a load of talent here with six of the eight greyhounds in this field finished in the money in the first round, including a pair of first round winners. Almost everyone has a shot and it is going to come down to who wants it more. So, with that being said, let's go with Really Xtreme. This greyhound has the most stakes experience and from another good post, he is going to be too close too soon not to win this effort. He is the fastest of this field and after a strong second last time out, he will find another gear and get things done tonight. He will be the favorite to win, and this race is his to lose. Touch My Hand is the best early speed greyhound in this race and should be the one to catch late. He also likes the post position and it might just go a long way to get him away from the field enough to threaten for the win. If he can get some help behind him, he might just have a shot to upset tonight. Kb's Iron Mike was a threat throughout in the 1st round and that is just what you are going to get again in this effort. He is a solid grade A runner that has been in the hunt a lot recently. He has more wins than anyone else in this field showing in grade A, and should be considered a factor for the win. If he gets loose early on, I don't know if they can get to him before the finish line. If he doesn't break, he will still close and threaten. Watch out for him in this effort from a pretty darn good post. Ww's Gucci gets no accolades, but has run pretty tough against the top competition at the racetrack recently. With 4 efforts in a row in the money, three of which came from similar inside posts, she should be able to keep up the tough running against this talented field. (2-8-3-1)

The fourth of six stakes events on the card, the 11th race offers some of our top talents.
1. Pat C Careless (Elway Drive - Pat C Cutiepie) is new to the top grade, but has proven in the past that she can hang. The thing that she is dreading most is the post. This wide runner, has to make due from here.

2. Vanessa Rousso (Kelsos Fusileer - Ctw Gossip News) is a bit strong closer that sat in the box too long in round 1. After trouble, and a fall, she was out of it. Clearly the fastest in the field, she needs to take care of business.
3. Gs Tee Up (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) was a game threat in round 1 and that is just what you will get again in this effort. Posted better toward the inside tonight, winning is not out of the realm of possibility.
4. Craigie Ironlad (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Greys Starwishes) can come on with the best of them in the stretch and is running in tip top form right now. With six straight in the money, you know what kind of effort you are getting tonight.
5. May's Flora (Can You Hear Me - Kb's Mayflower) has early speed like no one else in this race. Clearly she is going to be in the lead, but the stretch run might be difficult for her again tonight. Can she steal enough to win?
6. Cheyenne Rascal (Kiowa Mon Manny - Payday Robin) another early speed greyhound that is the threat to the stretch most of the times that she runs. With 5 of 6 efforts in the superfecta, she could be a sleeper pick tonight.
7. Wkl Marly Carly (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Wkl Whitefeather) has some early speed of her own and was trying to use it in round 1 before she ran into trouble. Her only hope in this race, is to come out on top.
8. Gm's Giovanni (Oya Tom Terrific - Gs Flame) loves the outside and gets it again in this race. In round 1 a personal best win from this starting box. Could history repeat itself again tonight? Yes, yes it could!
No doubt about who is going to the early lead in this effort, just a doubt about who is going to run her down before the finish line. The best two possibilities are Vanessa Rousso and Gm's Giovanni. Of the pair, I'll go with the experience. I'll take Vanessa Rousso. I know she missed her break and fell last time out, but tonight it's rebound time. She loves this rail post and will come out closer to the leaders at the start. In the stretch no one is better and that will be the difference maker in this effort. May's Flora has to get some respect for all of that early speed and if the closers slip up at all, she will be right there on the lead to take the checkered flag at the finish line. She has not missed the trifecta in 6 straight and I don't see that trend stopping anytime soon. Look for her to give her all throughout and for her to be right there at the wire with the winners of this effort. Gm's Giovanni is riding high off a personal best effort in the 1st round and draws the same post here in round 2. He has shown that he has what it takes to be a winner and if the mood suits him again tonight, he could have back to back trips with a victory. The post and the break are the most important parts of this effort, without the lead he can be suspect. Gs Tee Up must not get overlooked here either. This greyhound just missed in round 1 and gets a better rail post to start from in this race. He can won from in here in just his last 6 races and could surprise them all again tonight. If he comes to run, he could easily win this race, and even if he sits a bit early, he has the speed to play catch up. Don't forget about him in your wagers. (2-5-8-3)

Second to the last stakes race come to you from the 12 race on the card for Monday evening.

1. My Choice (Lonesome Cry - Nauset Lass) stalked the leader throughout in round 1 and with a great rail post tonight, you will get more of the same. This greyhound is tough near the lead & the post aides her enough to factor.
2. Kiowa Ww Trusty (Kay V Tatoo Tony - Ww Gale Cupid) is feeling the competition here in the stakes round. He is a grade D, and those grade A greyhounds are really fast. His only shot is to channel his father, and beat the field from the box.
3. Really Gonnarock (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) waited too long to fire in round 1 and couldn't get free. Tonight He looks to make amends from a way more midtrack post position. Watch out for him late.
4. Sir Oliver (Hallo West Acre - Granpas Princess) is a solid chasing greyhound that needs to be close early on in order to be effective. If she can stalk the pace, she will keep her in the money string going.
5. Z Sevinteawon (Mulberry Gus - Greys Red Ribbon) has stepped up his game over his last couple of starts and shown off some late speed in the process. The 5 box in not his friend and might be his downfall tonight.
6. Hs Butane (Ben Awhile - Flying Santan) was on quite a roll before the 1st round, but with no break, it stopped there. He is clearly a better greyhound than that effort, and tonight he will prove it to everyone.
7. Payday Lily (Kiowa Mon Manny - Payday Robin) will need every ounce of her early speed at the start of this effort. She runs her best near the lead, but without the front end, she is not the same greyhound. If she clears, she will contend.
8. Mohican Sol Trip (Deerfield Site* - Sol Tulsa) is a long way from the rail and will need all of his late speed power in order to have a shot tonight. If he can get inside, and everything goes his way, he might factor.
Looking to make amends, the duo from the Lester Raines Kennel are poised to make some noise in this effort. Really Gonnarock and Hs Butane both didn't contend every well in round 1 and have shown much better against tougher fields in the past. Slight edge to Gonnarock in this effort as he is posted up better and has the late speed edge. Butane might be able to see the lead in this race, but holding on to might just be a different matter. If both of these greyhounds come to run in this effort, it is going to be a big battle for kennel bragging rights. My Choice likes the rail, gets the rail, and as long as she breaks, she should be around throughout in this effort. She ran a big race in round one and took home the place position at 16-1. After that performance, she need not be overlooked in this effort, especially from the rail. It's all on her, but she has the skills, let's see if she puts them to good use. Sir Oliver is more of the same as My Choice. This greyhound can hang as long as he is close early on and that is just where he wants to be in this effort. He likes this post, even though he runs on the rail, and has good success from here in the past. He has great closing parents, and somewhere deep inside, he might just be hiding that late speed component. If he wants to run, he will be somewhere in the super at the wire. (3-6-1-4)

Capping off the stakes rounds for Monday, let's turn to race 13 on the card at the Orange Park Kennel Club.
1. Ww Von Kay Stove (Deerfield Site* - Gale Ww Von Kay) is a wide runner stuck in the 1 box! OUCH, not to mention that she is up against the wall in the competition level too. This could be a long night.
2. MRL Tatum (Mankato - Bow Fast Draw) is better than his line show and has enough talent and speed to win this effort, especially from a rail post position. If he gets clear early, he will be around late.
3. Fan This Flame (Kiowa Mon Manny - Nurse Ratched) has been roughed up in grade A so far and needs a break to get back into the mix. She has good closing speed, she just needs an opportunity to use it. The near midtrack post might help.
4. Mays Falco (Can You Hear Me - Kb's Mayflower) is clearly the best early speed greyhound in this effort, well that is if he remembers how to break. Once in front he is tough, but can he get there? If he finds his form, game over.
5. Craigie All Hd (Lonesome Cry - Craigie Gotsome) is a big time closer that has been making up ground consistently over the last several starts. Posted well in this effort, he will be making a move in the stretch, but will it be a little to late?

6. Gs Prada (Get Over - Nichole's Andrea) is begging for a clean trip around the track to show just what she can do. In her last two races, troublesville, but before that, she was threatening. If she gets loose, she could steal away the win.
7. Pat C Bk Shiraz (Black Shiraz - Paradise) has been in grade A before, but that was when he has breaking well. He has not seen that box speed in a while and his only hope here, is that it returns in this effort.
8. Sheer Energy (Flying Penske - Kiowa Greg Beth) can close a bit at the end of the race and the outside post might just give him more room to do that. If he can get close early on, he could threaten late in race effort.
This race should be BOX TO WIRE time for May's Falco. This greyhound is clearly the best of the bunch tonight and all he has to do is remember how to break. Previous to his last couple of efforts, he was tearing up the racetrack and even won back to back grade A races on the front end. Here with the extra room around him at the start, he hits the lid, takes command, and hold on throughout for the win. Trying to chase him down before the finish line should be the trio of Gs Prada, Craigie All Hd, and Mrl Tatum. All three greyhounds has good late speed and could have a shot at getting it done before the finish line. Prada gets the biggest chance as the only other greyhound in the field with a grade A winning showing in her lines. She has the tools to get it all done, she just needs a clean trip in order to contend. Craigie All Hd has the best closing speed in the bunch and the most opportunity to get by everyone late if he is stalking early on. He is also running hot, which gives him an added incentive in this race. Following the speed from the box and to the turn, he could be a longshot winner tonight. Mrl Tatum is better than his line show, especially from the inside post positions. He likes it in here and can come on quick at a moment's notice. He just needs room to make it all happen and he just might get it here in this race.
Round three will run on Friday evening at the Orange Park Kennel Club. The field will be cut down and only best will be moving on to compete for the championship. Mark your calendars as the fields get shorter and competition gets longer at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Kiowa Mc Gee Rules in Round 1

2010-11-29T15:18:00.000-05:00

Double dipping was the key saying for the Connell and Falcon Kennels as they both took home wins in two of the six stakes races in the 1st round of the 2010 Jacksonville Juvenile.

The biggest effort honor belongs to the Connell Kennel as Kiowa Mc Gee showed off the form that saw him go up the ladder undefeated at the Orange Park Kennel Club. Breaking on top, this greyhound was NEVER in doubt and races off alone to easily win by 5.5 lengths is the quickest time on the card, 30.50 seconds in the 15th race.
Their other winner, Playboy Joe, was not slouch either in the 12th race. Although he didn't get the lead from the box, he was in the lead by the first turn after a tremendous rush. From that point he cruised to the far turn on the easy lead and held on at the finish line for the victory.
The Falcon Kennel brought their A game too and post up a pair of wins with Scottish Dreamer in the 7th race and Gm's Giovanni in the 9th race.

Both greyhounds one in similar fashion, similar times, and similar styles. Both greyhounds have a determined effort on the front end in the stretch and neither one was going to be denied their respective races.
Gm's Giovanni was only slightly better as he was closer at the start and held off the pre-race favorite Really Xtreme throughout for the win in 30.68 seconds. Scottish Dreamer was further behind early and didn't take over till the far turn. He did win gamely at the wire and stopped the clock at 30.69 seconds.
The other winners belonged to the Lester Raines and Stacey Blanch Kennels.
Kennel win leader, Lester Raines, got on the board in the 11th race on the card has Hs Babe dominated throughout. She was really never threatened, as she coasted on the lead to win by 4 full lengths in a time of 30.71 seconds.
Stacey Blanch's win came in the 10 race as their closer, General Sherm, found a break and was too close, too early on for the competition. In the stretch he took down the early speeder and raced home for the victory.
Other greyhounds to take note of would be the Afleet Alex pups. Three greyhounds from two different litters all ran a close second in the 1st round of the stakes. Gs Tee Up and Gs Quasimoto both closed hard in their starts and make up ground in the stretch on the winners. Really Xtreme was a threat to the leader with each and every stride he took around the racetrack. Keep an eye out for them in round two.
Speaking of round two, all six races of greyhounds will return on Monday Evening November 29th at the Orange Park Kennel Club with a new opportunity to win some races and gain valuable points. The action is going to be intense, so plan on joining us as the 2010 edition of the Jacksonville Juvenile rolls on.

Next Stop, 5 Victories in a Row

2010-11-19T12:36:00.000-05:00

Friday - 11/19/2010

Another weekend, another great line up here at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

We have some fantastic greyhounds headed to post in our feature races, over both 550 and 660 yards, and a couple are looking to extend their winning streaks this weekend.

So strap on the muzzles and let's get ready to rumble here with the top grade terrors at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

The first feature race is the only 660 yard one that we will look at, and it comes in the 15th on the card for Friday Evening.

1. Kiowa Vic (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) is all about the rail and should be ready to rock and roll from this post position. Breaking fast, will be the key to how much effort he gives tonight.

2. Tipsy Brutus W (Tipsy Character - Jetstar Streaker) is running hot and dominated last time out to move back to grade A, but is he ready for back to back victories against a tough field from the same post? We will see.

3. JJB Dibaba (Lonesome Cry - Joe's My Man) is up a couple grades over his last few starts and might be a bit over her head in this effort. A quick break is her best attribute, she needs to use it tonight.

4. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) has been the man over 660 yards all year since winning the Orange Park Derby. From the front, or from behind, the streak continues!

5. Changeling (Craigie Whistler - Magic Niki Nite) is posted up well in the midtrack part of the racetrack, and so far this time in A, she has been effective. Winning might be a stretch, but factoring again is not.

6. Wp's Lonesumdove (Lonesome Cry - Fuzzys Spider) gives a ton of effort if she is close to the early lead, without it, she has been suspect in the past. So if she wants to factor, she must come out running.

7. La's Lucy (Get Over - Ruby Is The Best) has not won since returning to 660 yard action, but she has been oh so close. Just missing last time out to Budby, tonight could be a repeat performance.

8. Kanuka (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) has been a longshot since making it back to grade A, and the trend should continue against this tough field. In order to have a hope, she has to be close early on.

No big surprise who I, and the rest of the free world, think is going to win this race, EDS BUDBY! Budby is such a treat to watch run. Whatever he has to do in any race, is just what he is going to do. He can break to the lead and race off alone, or he can come from off the pace and take home the win if he sits in the box. He has so many talents and he never, ever, gives up at any point in any race. He is a special greyhound and the best of the best at the Orange Park Kennel Club over 660 yards. La's Lucy must not be overlooked though. She took Budby to the wire last time out and gave a winning effort. Remember she clocked a 37.06 time earlier this year and that was equal to the fastest time in over the last 10 years at the Orange Park Kennel Club. She has only missed the money once since coming back to racing, tonight she gives her all and might just smell an upset. Kiowa Vic's lines might not look all that great, but this is the 1 box BABY! He loves it in here and gives his best efforts wearing the red blanket. He breaks better from here and in turn factors much better throughout the race. If he clears on the lead, he could be a tough cookie to crack. Tipsy Brutus W gets a look after some great races at the grade B level of competition. Now back in A, he looks ready to take on the top graders. He won his last by 8 lengths and had been in the trifecta in 4 straight races. Does that translate well to grade A? We will have to see, but like always I want to play those big closers to round out the superfecta. (4-7-1-2)

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Saturday - 11/20/2010

The third feature race heads out to us in the 11th on the card for Saturday Evening.

1. Uss Fine Touch (Uss Raceway - Uss Glimmer) is in the best post possible. She is all about the rail and hot off a win, and back in grade A, she is looking to prove a point. If she hits the lid, she could steal one.

2. Hallo Mitch (Flying Penske - Sol Sassy) has really started to look like his old self over his last couple of races. With 4 wins in 6 races and a pair in a row, he's the one to beat! Posted well, MITCH, proves he's back!

3. Braska Happy (Lonesome Cry - Lobo Crystal) has not missed the money since coming to Orange Park. She has been breaking well and holding on in the money, even though she has been short. More of the same!

4. Orion Lee (Trent Lee - Hurry Hannah) is better than his lines show. He has not been breaking well and frankly, it has cost him over the last month. He can hang with any of these if he gets loose. Tonight could be the night.

5. Big Drama (Get Over - Rooftop Flojo) is a huge rail running closer that will be making up money throughout in this race. His biggest hurdle is the post, but if he can get inside, he will factor at the finish line.

6. Fth Tiger Lilly (Take It Over - Fth Moon Dancer) is solid grade A competitor that finds herself a far, far, way from home. She is all rail all the time and the 6 box, is not the rail. Breaking inside early, she could be in trouble here.

7. Smokin Scamp (Go Joe Jester - Smokin Dizzy) has been in A for 6 starts, but it has been a bit Jekyll and Hyde. When he breaks & gets to the rail, PARTY ON, if he doesn't, PARTY OFF. Tonight he needs the former.

8. Kiowa Mc Gee (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Wild Color) has got his head on right and has won back to back races in box to wire fashion. When clear he is really fast, but is he up to the challenge for a third straight time?

The early battle in this race will be on the inside part of the racetrack. Uss Fine Touch might be the best breaker, but Hallo Mitch is the best greyhound and I feel these two greyhounds are going to make some noise in this effort. Both have the opportunity to win this race and it all comes down to who wants it more. That would be Mitch. He is running hotter, has been against better competition, and has been dominating as of late with 4 wins in 6 efforts and his last 2 races in a row. He has all the tools to get it done and even if he does get beat to the turn, he will prove best in the stretch. game props to Fine Touch though. I know she is going to come to run in this effort, especially from the 1 box, but no matter how much of a lead she can steal early on, she is destine for the runner up spot at the finish line. Braska Happy is also inside and should also be around the front end for the duration of this race. She has not missed the money so far at the Orange Park Kennel Club and tonight will not break that trend. She too has good early speed and has shown in the past that she too can hold on late on occasion and win. She can be short too, so you really don't know who is going to be running in the stretch. No matter what, she will give her all and factor throughout once again. Kiowa Mc Gee should not be overlooked in this race either. He has won back to back races and has looked extremely tough in the process. He has found his break and that has been bad for the previous two fields that he has raced against. Posted away from the inside crowd heading to the turn, he might just have a three-peat in his bag of tricks tonight. (2-1-3-8)

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Saturday - 11/20/2010

The second feature event on the weekend comes your way in the 11th race on the card for Saturday Matinee.

1. Tjays Champ (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Cedarun Saturn) has shown some great early speed since joining the Orange Park Kennel Club. Now up in grade A, can he keep it up? Yes, but holding on might be a bit tougher.

2. Smokin Snoopy (Go Joe Jester - Smokin Dizzy) is back off a rest and didn't even gets a chance to show off in her last effort. Now in a better rail post, things could be different. WILDCARD today!

3. Kiowa One Spot (Dodgem By Design - Flying Gazette) needs to forget the last effort and get back on track in this race. With a good post and closing speed, she is poised for shot at a victory.

4. Kiowa Kind Gel (Flying Penske - Kiowa Oneofakind) might just be the best early speed greyhound in this race. She too pays for it in the stretch, so a big lead will be needed if she wants to hold on & win.

5. Jeans Winningboy (Golddust Memory - Gifted Lex) has been a bit more consistent as of late, and even though he has not been winning, he has been contending. Here he needs to keep up the good work.

6. Hanks Marsbar (Dodgem By Design - Hanks Cool Cat*) is hot off a win, but finds himself a long way from the rail at the start of this race. In order to factor, he has to get there. It could be along afternoon.

7. Kiowa Top Duke (Flying Penske - Kiowa Berma Top) needs to find that spark again, and today might just be the time. When he wants to run, watch out, but if he doesn't , don't. Which DUKE do we get?

8. Ahk Proud Okie (Dauntless - Okie Tatum) is a solid rail runner in the 8 box. Not such a bad thing if he can come out running and make the lead. Will he show up today? I don't know, but it could happen.

In this race several greyhound have a chance to win, especially if a few step up and run up to their full potential in this effort. So with all the early speed, I like the closer. She will be too close too early on to deny a win in this effort. Oh, Kiowa One Spot should be the one to beat. She won't be in front early on, but in the stretch the speed runs out and the class takes over to take home the win. Getting caught on the front end should be Kiowa Kind Gel and Tjays Champ. Both of these greyhounds have enough early speed to make the lead in this effort, but who lasts the longest is the real question of the day. If either of them clear and get some help behind them on the matinee card, there is a possibility that they could wire the field on the front end. Strictly for experience sake, King Gel gets the nod over Champ in this effort. The other greyhound not to forget about just yet is Jeans Winningboy. Winningboy used to be an all or nothing greyhound, but over his last several starts he has started to turn into a true DQ don't give up greyhound. He has been running, and closing, without the lead in the race and in turn he has been finishing in the money. The scary part is that he can break to the lead too and if he gets there in this effort, he will be the one to beat. (3-1-4-5)

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Sunday - 11/21/2010

The final feature race on the weekend is the 11th race for Sunday Matinee.

1. Kiowa Stan Cay (Flying Hydrogen - Flying Monica K) has some closing speed on occasion, but runs his best when he is on, or near, the early lead in any race. Today he has to hit it early on.

2. Hs Butane (Ben Awhile - Flying Santan) hasn't missed the quiniela in 5 straight. Posted up well inside again, the fire should remain burning red hot once again throughout this effort.

3. Farve's A Viking (Flying Stanley - Greys Bombayduck) runs like the real Farve plays. Big upside, and a big downside. If he gets clear, it's a touchdown, if not it's an interception. Today???

4. Lorna's Cannon (Fuzzys Cannon - Instant Vintage) is a strong closer that has been a bit more consistent as of late. Four straight in the money efforts, including 2 wins. Keep an eye on her here.

5. Gm's Chicago (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) is riding high off of back to back winning efforts, and in both he make the lead in the race. That is the thing that will determined his effort. Can he get there again?

6. La's Silver (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) is running like a GOLD medalist. She has been on fire as of late and been a threat to win in every start over the last month. Watch out if she's loose, it's over.

7. Kiowa Heart True (Heart Rumble* - Kiowa Oneofakind) loves the outside and gets it again in this effort. Riding high off of back to back wins, she is ready for the 3-peat, but she must break to get it done.

8. Sayitwasseth (Deerfield Site* - Mystic Opal) is a good closer that has started to find his form once again. With a pair of wins, and 5 money trips in 6 efforts, the post might be the only thing to stop him today.

This race is going to be very interesting. There is a ton of talent on both the early and late speed sides and it all comes down to who wants to win it more? Will the early speed hold throughout and take home the win? Or, will the late speeders take down all of the competition before the finish line? We will have to wait and see, but I have and educated guess for you. How about La's Silver on top? This greyhound has been on a mission as of late and has proven to be a bit less short than the rest of the field. She too is all about the early speed and will have to overcome the ankle burners around her to get it done. If she does want to run, this is race is hers too loose. Kiowa Heart True gets a look as will with back to back wins at the top level of competition at the racetrack. She too relies on her break to get things done and will really need to hit the lid against this tough field to get it done. If she can poke her nose in front, it could be a hat trick performance. Hs Butane has not missed the quiniela in 5 straight and might just make it 6 in a row in this effort. No doubt he has skills and he will be using them again from this favorable post position. He has some closing speed as well and that might just come in handy against this great group of greyhounds. One thing for sure, he will giving his best for the length of this effort. Lorna's Cannon is the other greyhound to watch out for late in this effort. She has all kinds of gears that the others don't even posses. She will be showcasing them as everyone gets to the finish line, but it could be too little too late against these early speed monsters. If she can get around close, she might just be a an upset winner. (6-7-2-4)

No Ones BUDdy

2010-11-18T16:51:00.000-05:00

I guess that is what you can call Eds Budby right now at the Orange Park Kennel Club, no one's Buddy!

Why?
That's easy. No one wants to drawn in with him. No one wants to see him at the starting box. No one wants to see him chasing them down, and definitely wants to see him in the lead!
The 2010 Orange Park Derby winner, and runner up in the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup, is on a tear over the 660 yard course once again.
Currently he has won four races in a row and has got to the winners circle from the front end and from off the pace. He has been unstoppable as of late and has looked better than anyone else at the racetrack in the process.
OP 11/15/2010E-09 660 37.63 F 73 5 1 1 3 1 3 1 3 37.63 * 0.80 A On A Roll Rail

OP 11/12/2010E-15 660 37.56 F 73 7 2 2 2 1 ns 37.56 * 1.10 A Made Move In Time Rl

OP 11/8/2010E-09 660 38.11 F 73 3 3 3 2 1 1.5 38.11 * 1.20 A Dashed By Leader Rl

OP 11/5/2010E-15 660 37.70 F 72.5 2 1 2 2 1 2 1 3.5 37.70 * 1.00 A Pulled Away Rail

This duel threat is a factor over whatever distance he wants to run at, and once he has his mind set on winning, there is little for the rest of the field to do but loose.
So far on the year he has won 31 races in 61 starts and has been in the money an impressive 85% of the time. Twenty-nine of those wins have come in 51 starts over 660 yards, and that includes streaks of 4 or more in a row on 4 separate occasions.
Budby is the class of the racetrack this year and even though he has a couple of rough trips mixed in with all of his success, he shows off his true power, his heart in each and every race. No matter what obstacles that are put in front of him, he never gives up, and he never will.
With the 2011 Orange Park Derby just a few months away, Budby looks to have a strong chance at putting up back to back stakes titles over 660 yards. Clearly he is the choice right now and should remain so all the way up until post time.
Congratulations to Owner and Trainer Mike Crowe for a great year so far with the best greyhound at the racetrack, Eds Budby. Thanks for keeping him sharp and for letting all of us enjoy his talents around the racetrack.

Budby Streaking at OP!

2010-11-12T16:24:00.002-05:00

Friday - 11/12/2010

The best of the best at the Orange Park Kennel Club will be strapping on the muzzles and heading out for another great weekend of racing.

We picked the best of the card for Friday, Saturday Matinee, Saturday Evening, and Sunday for a closer look as we feature some of the best greyhounds on our circuit over 550 and 660 yards.

Ready for action, these elite will be doing their best to continue a streak, get back into form, or to make a name for themselves at the Kennel Club.

Up first we look at the 15th and final race on the card for Friday Evening.

1. Jjb Dibaba (Lonesome Cry - Joe's My Man) loves the rail and gets it, but she might be over her head now. With back to back front end wins, she needs to break.

2. Kanuka (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) is posted up in this effort, but has not fared well recently at the top grade. Hitting the lid the key to her success here.

3. La's Lucy (Get Over - Ruby Is The Best) is as fast as anyone in this field, she just needs to find her break again. In the cash 5 of 6, expect a big effort.

4. Kiowa Vic (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) finds himself back in grade A, hot off a win in his last effort. His game is about being close early on, so he has to come out running here.

5. Hallo My Pear (Hallo West Acre - Kiowa Chil Cavel) is the best breaker in the bunch and is really firing well now. She is short late though, and it will cost her again.

6. Wp's Lonesumdove (Lonesome Cry - Fuzzys Spider) is an even runner that needs to be close early on in order to be effective. He is posted well, but will he show up here?

7. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) the Orange Park Derby Winner is back on track with back to back wins. With all this early speed, someone closing has the advantage. Cue BUDBY!

8. Changeling (Craigie Whistler - Magic Niki Nite) has shown some good early speed over the route and will need a big break if she wants to contend. From a good post, she might get a piece.

Easy pickins in this race! Eds Budby is the man over 660 yards and with all of the early speeders around, this race sets up just perfectly for him! All he has to do is come out close at the start of this race and there is no one here to run with him in the stretch. The man over this distance three-peats in this effort. Giving her all once again should be Hallo My Pear. The best breaker in this field, she has held the lead in the last two races over Budby, but in the stretch she is no match for him blazing closing speed. She did hold on gamely in the money, and that is what should happen once again tonight. To win, she would need some help behind her. La's Lucy can't be forgotten about here either. She is posted up well and is as fast as anyone in this race. She can go toe to toe with Budby if they are close early. Just getting back into the flow of thing now, her best effort might be ahead of her yet. Kiowa Vic is back in grade A, and we all know that he can hang, but he has to break in order to be effective. He runs his best near the early lead, and without it, he is not the same greyhound. If he can clear on the front end, he might be a longshot winner tonight. (7-5-3-4)

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Saturday - 11/13/2010

Now on to feature race three, the 11th on the card for Saturday Evening.

1. Raiders Bart (Dodgem By Design - Raiders Azeri) is jumping for joy from the rail post in this race. He loves it in here and it might be enough to get him back winning again. If he gets loose, it's over.

2. Vanessa Rousso (Kelsos Fusileer - Ctw Gossip News) has really stepped up her game as of late and from another great post position she could be tough to stop tonight. If she gets clear, she will be a handful.

3. Kiowa Vanessa (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) has only missed the quiniela once in her last 6 trips around the oval. She has a good break, and great closing speed. Posted up again tonight, watch out!

4. La's Gigi (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) has been flashing her early speed and has post up back to back winning efforts. She can be short late and against this field, she will be. Here's hoping for trouble behind.

5. Playboy Joe (Joe Hearns - Too Late) moves back into the top grade after a big bold win last time out. When he breaks, he has game, when he doesn't he strikes out. Time to see what he has tonight.

6. Tough My Hand (Coldwater Keelin - Midnight Venture) is a hard running, solid grade A, greyhound that can run a bunch when he gets loose. He loves it outside & tonight he is there. Keep an eye out for him.

7. Pj's Favor Tasha (Pk's King Louie - San Tan Tidbit) is a recent ship in that is take well to the racetrack. She can close fast and has already won in grade A. If she can get around, she will challenge.

8. Rs Tallie Ho (Lonesome Cry - Sweet Sandra Sue) breaking is her best attribute and that got her back to back wins and a trip to grade A. Now she needs another one if she wants to stay there. Is she up to it?

Post, drive, and will make Vanessa Rousso a hard out in this effort. She loves the rail and gets to start from there. She has loads of closing speed and even against this talented field, she can hang with the best of them. The only thing that she cannot do, is let the leaders get too far ahead of her early on. All she has to do is clear close, and she should have a great shot at winning this race. It is not going to be easy though as she will have competition from some very talented greyhounds. Raiders Bart is a stakes finalist and also gets a great rail post to start from. He has won 3 of her last 6 in grade A and has done it from the inside part of the racetrack. If he comes out running, the race might be for place. Touch My Hand is another greyhound to respect. He has won 2 of his last 5 in grade A and both came from similar outside post positions. He runs best near the lead, so a solid break would set him up well tonight. Kiowa Vanessa also gets a look with her 2 wins in 4 races and 5 quinielas in 6 trips around the oval. Closing is her forte, but on occasion she can break too. Around the inside part of the racetrack, she might have an issue getting our wide where she wants to be, but if she can, she will factor at the finish line. (2-1-6-3)

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Saturday - 11/13/2010

The second feature race is in the 7th on the card for Saturday Matinee.

1. Gm's Cashman (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) is the NOS winner that is always a threat in any race that he draws into. He loves this rail post and should be the one to beat in this effort.

2. Kiowa Gooddesign (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) is the best breaker in the field and even though he has not looked as sharp lately, he still can beat a field on the front end. The one to catch today!

3. Kiowa Stan Cay (Flying Hydrogen - Flying Monica K) is a bit inconsistent at times, but still can put up a big effort every now and then. From this post he's tough, you just never know.

4. Kiowa Fly Lori (Flying Stanley - Sl Cassie Lou) put up back to back wins to make it to grade A again, but if she wants to contend, she needs to break or it is going to be a might long afternoon.

5. Given Charger (Atascocita Leroy - Thriller) has just coming back off an extended rest and looks a bit short as he rounds back into shape. A quick break will go a long way to help his effort today.

6. Mr Barret (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) is running like the rest of his littermates, TOUGH ON TOP! When he gets out fast, he is a handful for anyone, but without the lead? Can he make it 3 in a row?

7. La's Silver (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) is a strong early speed greyhound that has won 3 of her last 6 efforts. She is really firing on all cylinders right now and will be a major force in this race.

8. Bf Dora (Dodgem By Design - Sol Lasting) is back after a rest and looks to get back on track with a big effort. She loves the rail, this is the 8 box, and she needs to break. If she puts it all together, she might have a chance to factor on fresh legs.

Tough race early here on the front end, but I don't think either one of them takes home the win. Gm's Cashman is just sitting too pretty in this race. He loves the rail and starts out in the railest of post positions with the 1 box. I know he might not have the same early speed as the others in this race, but he has something that they don't, staying power. Stalking to the stretch, and getting up late, is the plan for victory in this effort. La's Silver is the other greyhound that will have a really good shot at taking home in the win in this race. She has been red hot and has enough early speed to wire the field on the front end if she can get loose. She won 3 of 6 starts, including one from a similar post position. If she is on her game, this could be interesting. Leading the way to the stretch will most likely be Kiowa Gooddesign. This greyhound is the best breaker in the bunch and just because he has been off his game as of late, don't be fooled. He can hit the lid at any time and make the rest of the field work hard to get to him before the finish line. The bad news is that he is really short and will prove so once again as they approach the finish line. Could he steal a win? Yes, but he would need help. Mr Barret looks to have returned to form after coming back off a rest. He has been breaking quickly and that has been the difference maker for him. This whole litter can run, but they all have the same flaw, they are not the same without being around the early lead. So with that being said, he might be tough, or he might run out today. (1-7-2-6)

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Sunday - 11/14/2010

Capping off the weekend we head to the final feature race, number 11 on Sunday Matinee.

1. Miami On Fire (San Tan Riffraff - Gottagetitdone) is a tremendous looking puppy from DQ. Up the ladder in a hurry and now in grade A. 4 wins in 5 starts and loves the rail. Upset minded today.

2. Penrose Ralene (Dodgem By Design - Penrose Claire) gets overlooked often, but after her last race, I bet not so often. She is a strong closer and can hang late with the best. She just needs to be closer early on.

3. Cayenne Farrari (Dodgem By Design - Cayenne Jet) gets all revved up in the stretch in her races, especially from the rail. Now back in grade A, she has a point to prove, and from a great post, she just might.

4. Leading Steps (Lonesome Cry - Tk Ashira) is a monster breaker that can beat almost anyone to the front end in any race. He pays for it late though and is short in the stretch. He can win on occasion. Is today the day?

5. Chasmo's Peyton (Ww Time Warp - Chasmo's Peggy) is a recent addition to the racetrack has shown some early speed. The 5 box does him no favors, so a strong early rush is needed today.

6. Kb's Iron Mike (Lonesome Cry - Kb's Mossy Tek) needs to put the last race behind him. He missed his break and found trouble. Before that he has been MONEY! Welcome back break & effort in this one.

7. Sabil Tator (Mulberry Gus - Greys Red Ribbon) has not fared too well at the top level of competition in either attempt at it. She has not broke well in any start and will need to if she hopes to have a good trip.

8. Seeyawheniseeyou (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Hoochie Goochie) has not broke in the last two races and it has cost the nice looking pup. If he can return to that sharp starting form, he might have a chance here.

Ok so now it's time to step out on the limb! LOL! I like Miami On Fire in this race. This greyhound has not experience at the top level, but has shown so far that he can run. He has done really well from the rail and can close extremely well. His mom was a monster here when she could get around, and I think he got a big piece of that too. Even without the lead, he can take care of business in the stretch and get it done. Leading the way as the greyhound to beat in this effort is Leading Steps. No one is faster to the turn and the lead than this greyhound, but he has to pay the price in the stretch. Sure he has won before on the lead, but he has been caught way more times heading for home. Expect another great race, but for this time around, he gets caught before the wire. Kb's Iron Mike also has a case as the greyhound to beat in this effort. Forget his last race, it was an off day, but before that he was running really tough. He too is short late, but not as short as Steps can be. He might even be able to outlast Steps in the stretch to steal the win. The key to his success here will be the break. If he comes to run early on, it is going to be very interesting throughout in this effort. Cayenne Ferrari is a whole different greyhound from the rail and the 3 box is close enough to show off her stuff. She finally got up in her last race, after 5 tries, to move back to grade A and is looking forward to the competition. Watch this finely tuned engine press the redline in the stretch again today. (1-4-6-3)

Its a Whacking Weekend

2010-11-05T14:45:00.000-04:00

Friday - 11/5/2010

Another weekend, another great set of feature races here at the Orange Park Kennel Club.
Loads of talent run thru our 4 main events on the weekend over both 550 and 660 yards. We even get to see a couple of stakes winners from this year in competition.
So whether you come to the racetrack, tune in live on the internet, or watch the replays, you will have plenty to exciting in store for you.
Join us here at the Orange Park Kennel Club.
Feature race one comes in the 15th on the card for Friday evening over 660 yards.

1. Holly Noelle (Cricket Express - Solitary Camile) loves the one box and gets it here again in this race. 3 starts in 6 races from here, 2 wins and 3 quiniela finishes. Questions?
2. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) is always closing, but has missed his break in 2 straight. Here the Orange Park Derby Winner is finally on the rail, this is really bad news for this field.
3. Changeling (Craigie Whistler - Magic Niki Nite) is tough as long as she is close early on in races. Against this talented grade A field, she is going to have to break well in order to contend.

4. La's Lucy (Get Over - Ruby Is The Best) is just getting warmed up again over 660. She has not missed the money in 4 straight, and closed last time out. Watch out if she gets loose.
5. Jean's Gypsy (Golddust Memory - Gifted Lex) made it back to grade A, but might just be in a bit over her head. Breaking is a necessity for her in this effort, and the 5 box is not going to help.
6. Hallo My Pear (Hallo West Acre - Kiowa Chil Cavel) is a good early speed greyhound that needs to steal a lead over 660 in order to factor. Against this field, no lead is safe, and she will need a big one.
7. Hallo Wonder Boy (Dodgem By Design - Mohican Milla) is a huge closer that will be making up ground throughout again tonight. On occasion he can break, and he likes the post, upset time?
8. Jjb Dibaba (Lonesome Cry - Joe's My Man) us riding high off of back to back wins, but these are the grade A greyhounds. Tonight she is going to have her hands full. Breaking is a must event.
Easy pickins in this race! I'll take the Orange Park Derby Winner, Eds Budby. Budby has not been breaking well and has had to come from off the pace to get up into contention late in his efforts. Now, finally, he draws a good rail post and that will be the separator in this effort. Look for his break to return and for him to dominate this field. Holly Noelle gets a look for 1 reason, the post position. She loves the rail and is a whole different greyhound from the red post. She has started from it in 3 of her last 5 races and she won twice and finished second in the other. Tonight, more of the same. La's Lucy is just starting to get her endurance back and that is going to make a difference in this race. She has the best raw speed of anyone in this field and if she gets loose, she could be the one to catch. Keep an eye out for her tonight. Hallo Wonder Boy is the best closer in the bunch and even though he won't be around early on, don't count him out of this race. He can break on occasion, i.e. look at his last effort from this post. A huge win by 8 lengths in a speedy 37.90 second romp. If he puts it all together again tonight, he could steal away another win. (2-1-4-7)

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Saturday - 11/6/2010

The man over 550 is back in the 3rd feature race on the weekend, Saturday evening, race 15.
1. Mrl Tatum (Mankato - Bow Fast Draw) is a good closing puppy that is still learning how to run. He likes the rail, gets the one box, but he better not sit early on. A break is needed against the big boys.
2. Smokin Scamp (Go Joe Jester - Smokin Dizzy) lines might not look that great, but trust me when I tell you, this is the rail and that is a difference maker. Watch him find his break & contend.
3. Z Sevinteawon (Mulberry Gus - Greys Red Ribbon) has shown some good early speed and gets a good post position to start this race from. He has even won in grade A. Rising star power?
4. Paddy Whacker (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) rested and ready, the kind has returned with back to back winning efforts. The 4 is not the 8 box, but close enough for a 3-peat!
5. Miss Sylvie (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) is a solid grade A competitor that can hang with the best of them in any start. All she has to do is be close early and overcome the post tonight.
6. Kiowa Mon Dream (Kiowa Mon Manny - Kiowa Kays Dream) is a bit of an all or nothing greyhound, so the start of the race is critical to how he finishes. If he breaks, good, if he doesn't bad!
7. Mandy Of Ruckus (Fuzzys Cannon - Stormy Ruckus) another shipper for the new Red Oak Racing kennel that might just be able to run. We will have to see what she can do here.
8. Hs Butane (Ben Awhile - Flying Santan) has run well since his return and his break is looking sharp as ever. He is short late though and that could cost him again tonight. Last time here, a big win, repeat?
No doubt in my mind at all who is going to win this race, ok who should win this race, Paddy Whacker. Back after a needed rest, he has made it look too easy in the stretch as he has run down the leaders for fun in the stretch to steal away back to back wins. What was more impressive was that he did it from the 1 box in this last effort. This wide runner will be close early and unstoppable once again at the finish line. Hs Butane gets the post position edge in this race. His last race from this post he smoked the competition by 6 lengths in a speedy time. That was grade B though and this race is against one of the toughest greyhounds on the circuit. He did lead in his last 2 races though, so the break has returned, but I just don't think he can hold off the big dog in the stretch. Miss Sylvie should be around throughout in this effort. She has a good break, a great rush, and enough staying power to factor all the way thru the finish line. She just needs to come out well as the 5 box is not her friend. If it all goes well, she will contend. Last but not least in the money is Smokin Scamp. This greyhound loves the rail and turns into something special from these post positions. He breaks so much better, and in turn, he finishes so much better at the wire. If he does what he can do from this perfect post, he should find a way to factor in the money in this effort. (4-8-5-2)
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Saturday - 11/6/2010

Race 2 of our feature races run on Saturday matinee in the 7th race on the card.
1. Wkl Marly Carly (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Wkl Whitefeather) seemed to be a bit over her head in grade A, but her last start proved that she is not. She almost won at 44-1. Can she do it again?
2. Big Drama (Get Over - Rooftop Flojo) is all about the rail and gets close enough here to do some damage. This closing machine will be an all out threat in the stretch again in this effort.
3. Miss Romy (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) is as fast as she wants to be and can break & close in any race. All she needs to do is be close early & from this favorable post, she could be upset minded.
4. Pat C Yo Yo (Craigie Whistler - Pat C Delilah) has had a rough go of it as of late in grade A. She has not broke well and has found trouble. Her last win came from this post, so you never know.
5. Hanks Marsbar (Dodgem By Design - Hanks Cool Cat*) is all about breaking and it seems that he has forgotten how to do that in his last couple races. Today he needs to come out running.
6. Braska Deacon (Oshkosh Slammer - Cherry Baby) is a wildcard in this effort. he can well at Victoryland and schooled ok here. It's going to take a couple starts to see just what he has to offer up.
7. Hs Slade (Lonesome Cry - Flying Santan) is back over 550 yards and feeling right at home. He closes well over this distance and is hot off a win. From a great post, He could be the one to beat.
8. Kiowa One Spot (Dodgem By Design - Flying Gazette) might not be winning races, but she has been in the thick of it in each and every start. With a solid break & rush, she continues on today.
In this highly competitive race the slight edge goes out to Hs Slade. This greyhound can really close over 550 yards, and even though his attempt at 660 didn't go as planned, he came back and won over 550. Also working for him in this effort is the post position. He likes it outside and gets a favorable post here in the 7 box. All he has to do is stay clear of trouble, turn on the jets late, and take home back to back wins. Kiowa One Spot will be the one to catch in this effort. She has good early speed, a solid rush, and can hang around for the majority of this race on the front end. She is short in the stretch, but not short enough to give all the money positions away. She has not missed the cash in 6 straight, expect for the streak to continue on in this effort. Big Drama is the other posted up closer in this field that might have a shot to take home the win. She is ultra tough when she can get around close, so really her break is the most important part of this race. If she sits too long early on, she will just be making up ground on place, but if she comes out fast, the race might be for place. She has all the tools, it's up to her just what she does with them. Miss Romy is a threat in any race that she draws into. She is the typical DQ greyhound that can win with the front end, or come from off the pace and take you down before the wire. She has loads of speed and has the fastest time of all of the competitors in this field. With her it's all about desire. If she wants to run, she could easily take home the win, but if she sits in the box, her effort will not be the same. (7-8-2-3)

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Sunday - 11/7/2010

Our final feature race of the weekend comes in the 11th race for Sunday matinee.
1. Pat C Sis N Law (Lonesome Cry - Pat C Velvet Sis) returns from Dubuque to Orange Park and looks ready to close and compete. The one box here is always a plus. Let's see if she is ready.
2. Kiowa Shag Along (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Shag Sue) is an early speed machine and can compete and even win against the best from the track, especially from the inside. A tough out today!

3. Rooftop Queen B (Super Lee - Rooftop Gumdrop) is back in grade A, but needs to find her break again is she is going to challenge for the win. From a good inside post, she has a shot, but will she step up?
4. Kiowa Samantha (Flying Stanley - Uss Wynona) has won 3 of her last 5 starts and each of those came on the lead. She is tough with her nose in front, she just needs to find a way to get there today.
5. Lrc Last Dance (Late Late Show - Hot Cargo) is coming off a rest and right back in with the sharks. He did look good in his warm up schooling race. Ready to rock and roll again, look for a late effort.
6. Wp's Clinton (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) can run with the best of them when he can get clear early, and from outside post, it might be clearing time. If he breaks on top, open up the bud.
7. Uss Fine Touch (Uss Raceway - Uss Glimmer) has missed her break in her last two races in a row, but previous to that she has won 3 of 4 trips. She is tough in front, she just needs to remember how to get there.
8. La's Silver (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) is the hottest greyhound running in this race. With back to back wins and 5 quinielas in 6 races, she is on fire. Breaking fast once again, it could be a hat-trick.
Tough race here with all of the early speeders and it being a matinee, but I like La's Silver. She is not as short at the end of the race as the other speeders are and she is running hotter than anyone else in the field. She likes it outside and should get room to rush and run early on. All she has to do is stock the early pace and she should be able to find a way to win this race at the finish line. Kiowa Shag Along has to be the best breaker in the bunch and probably the early leader too. She can be caught from behind and has only won, one of her last 4 efforts on the late lead in a race. She likes the rail and gets the post bonus in this effort. Hitting the lid again, she will be a big factor throughout in this race. Kiowa Samantha must not be over looked here either. This greyhound has a big upside on the front end. She has won 3 of her last 5 starts and those were coasting home on the lead wins. She likes it midtrack and is in a good post. All is going her way here, she just needs to start out on the right foot and she will have a shot at the upset. Uss Fine Touch is a ways from the rail in this effort and that might just be her biggest hurdle. She has all the skills to win this race and has 3 victories in her last 6 efforts. After missing her break in back to back efforts, she might just fine it again today. If she does make the lead, she could get back on the winning track. (8-2-4-7)

Nick, Nack, Paddys Back

2010-11-04T15:31:00.001-04:00

After a long departure from the Orange Park Kennel Club, the best sprinter at the racetrack has come back to take his rightful place on top.
Paddy Whacker (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) was the winner of the 2010 JGR Puppy Stakes, finished 4th in the Night of Stars XXIII race, and made the finals of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup, before taking a well deserved 2 month layoff.
Since his return to races he has just posted up back to back closing wins where he took the leaders off the front end in the deep stretch to get it done. What might be more impressive is that this wide runner did it from the one box in his last effort
With each and every start he is looking stronger and stronger and should continue to improve every time he head out on the racetrack. He has not even broke at all, and when he does, trust me, it's going to get U-G-L-Y!
Not even 2 and a half years old yet, this greyhound has plenty of time to tear up the racetrack here at the Orange Park Kennel Club.
Here's to continued success for one of the brightest stars on our racing surface! Good luck Paddy, and keep up the good work!

Red Oak Racing Joins OPKC Roster

2010-11-04T15:14:00.002-04:00

The Orange Park Kennel Club would like to take the opportunity to welcome our new kennel.

The Red Oak Racing Kennel has come to us from Victoryland and owner Robert Lambert is ready to take on the competition.
If his first official start is any indication, this kennel might just be tough. On Wednesday Matinee Jello Shot Mike rushed best to the lead and maintained the margin all the way to the finish line for the victory. One start, one win.
Since he has not posted up another, but those will come in time and there will be plenty of other opportunities in the future.
Here's to wishing them good luck in the future here at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

New Jaxkennel APP for ANDROID PHONES

2010-10-26T15:08:00.000-04:00

Jacksonville Greyhound Racing is proud to announce that we have a new FREE APP for any Android phone out.

Listed in the app is information about the racetrack, searchable entries, results, and replays.
(You must download the replays to view them and a wmv player, like the free rockplayer, will need to be installed to view them.)
Just go to the market place for apps on your phone and search for Jaxkennel.
Hopefully other apps will be coming soon in the near future for the poker rooms on android, and both on the iphone.
As always any feedback will be appreciated.
Thanks,

Eds Budby Heads up the Weekend

2010-10-22T14:02:00.000-04:00

Friday - 10/22/2010

It's double up weekend at the Orange Park Kennel Club. We have a pair of 550 yard and 660 yard feature races this weekend with some of the top talents over both distances in competition.

Stakes winners and finalists are laced thru the events for this weekend, so get ready for a big bang for your buck here at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

First up is the 15th race for Friday evening at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

1. Hallo Wonder Boy (Dodgem By Design - Mohican Milla) is a good closer over 660 yards and gets his best box here in the 1. If he comes out like he did last time, he could be tough to beat.

2. Kanuka (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) is all about the early speed over the added distance. From a favorable post, she must come out running against this rough field of greyhounds.

3. Miss Minerva (Swanson - Trixies Wish) is back in grade A after a big time closing win in her last start. She can make up ground late, and is not stranger to A, but can she keep it going?

4. Lady Gator (Get Over - Rooftop Flojo) is as fast as she wants to be. Tough on top, she needs a big break again in order to factor in this race, without it, she is not the same greyhound.

5. Holly Noelle (Cricket Express - Solitary Camile) has been on fire as of late winning 3 of her last 4 efforts. She was a derby finalist, but the tough 5 box could give her fits. She too must break well.

6. Jean's Gypsy (Golddust Memory - Gifted Lex) broke well in her last race to get back to the top grade in this effort. In against a tough field, she needs to be around early, or this could be a long night.

7. La's Lucy (Get Over - Ruby Is The Best) is rested and ready to contend again over 660 yards. The early favorite for the Derby this year, Lucy is no slouch. It could be over if she gets the lead.

8. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) is the best we have over the 660 yard course. He can do it from the front or from behind. Posted up outside, he will be the one to beat tonight.

No doubt who I and everyone else will be picking in this race, Eds Budby. Budby is a man against boys and girls when he wants to run and from the outside, he wants to run. He should clear close and take off alone for the win. Hallo Wonder Boy is coming off a huge race where he somehow made the lead early on. That is bad news for a field when a closer gets the front, and tonight he could have another shot at it. He loves the rail, and this is the one box, you do the math. Holly Noelle is at the top of her game right now and if she keeps breaking, she is going to keep contending in her races. She draws a tough post here, but she has excelled from it in the past. Always a factor when she is close, tonight she will be around again throughout. Let's not forget La's Lucy. Just because it has been a while since she won a 660 race, don't overlook her in this effort. She has won her share and more over this distance and was the pre-race favorite to win the Orange Park Derby. She is a monster on the front end and is as fast as anyone in this field. If she gets loose early, this race is O-V-E-R! (8-1-5-7)

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Saturday - 10/23/2010

The third feature races jumps back over to 660 yards in the 15th race for Saturday evening.

1. Kiowa Deli Dee (Flying Stanley - Kiowa About Deli) is an early speed machine over 660 yards and can even hold on an win on occasion too. From a good rail post, she might be slicing up an upset effort.

2. Kiowa Trent Tam (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) has fallen into a FUNK but I don't think it will last much longer. She gets a better rail post and should get room behind Deli early on. Once she clears, race over.

3. On The Fly (Dodgem By Design - Ww Ellen's Time) might not be winning, but she has been a force in all of her starts. Tonight she's posted up & will show off her talents once again.

4. Hs Slade (Lonesome Cry - Flying Santan) hasn't run this far before, but he looks like he might just be able to stretch out over the distance. He is the wildcard tonight! Let's see what he can do.

5. Kiowa Vic (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) must not be overlooked in this effort. He can hang with the big names in this race, but has to get out the box to get it done. The post hurt, but not if he is in front.

6. Tipsy Brutus W (Tipsy Character - Jetstar Streaker) might be a bit over his head against this tough field, but from a good outside post it might be his time to shine. He must be close early to contend.

7. Starla Vintage (Fuzzys Cannon - Instant Vintage) can close with the best of them when SHE wants to. You just never know when that is. If the light bulb is on, everyone better watch out tonight.

8. Wp's Lonesumdove (Lonesome Cry - Fuzzys Spider) needs to do just one thing, BREAK! Near the lead she is a force, without it, she has been suspect and finds trouble. Posted up, stick with the plan.

It's all about the inside in this effort. All four greyhounds have a good spot to start from, and couple have a point to prove in this effort. Kiowa Trent Tam has had back to back races out of the money after a run of 10 straight in the quiniela. Things are working for her tonight too. The speed to her inside gives her the rail early and she has enough left late to take the early speeders down before the wire. On the front or from just off the pace, it's rebound time in this effort tonight. Hs Slade is the other greyhound that has something to show off to his competitors, his skills over 660. I know this is his first start over the distance, but with a solid rush over 550 and something left coming home, he might just be a natural over the added distance. He will still need to get his feet wet, but if things go well, he might have found a new home. On The Fly just does one thing in her races, she gives everything that she has and that is just what you are going to get again in this effort. She is not winning like she was a month ago, but still she has been a factor in her races. She likes the rail and gets close here in the 3 box, look for her to stalks for the duration of this effort. Kiowa Deli Dee is the best early speed greyhound in this race and from the one box she should be unabated to the early lead. The only problem is that the rest of the field on the inside part of the racetrack is going to be too close too soon. Once she is threatened or passed, she doesn't run with the same attitude and usually weakens late. If she can steal 10 and get some help behind, she could upset on the lead, but more likely she pushing the pace till late and settles for a spot under in the superfecta at the wire. (2-4-3-1)

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Saturday - 10/23/2010

Race two comes out way on Saturday matinee in the 11th on the card.

1. Kiowa One Spot (Dodgem By Design - Flying Gazette) has really taken to the racetrack since arriving from Mardi Gras. She has been showing great early speed and should be a threat throughout.

2. Kcon Told You So (Maryville Rumble* - Cafe Queen) is a solid grade A competitor that is a factor in almost all of his races recently. He likes it on the rail, and get it. Let's see if he can keep it up.

3. Chaska Brenden (Lonesome Cry - Sendahl Katie) has not had too much success in grade A so far, but in both races he was outrun early. If he wants a chance here, he has to break better.

4. Smokin Scamp (Go Joe Jester - Smokin Dizzy) is a rail runner that uses his early speed to his advantage. Here he will need to be ready to fire from the box and get some room early.

5. Ru Tuff Enuf (Let's Winendine - Faith Keeper) is BACK! Finally he has started to come out fast and once in front, he is faster than the rest. Going for the Hat-Trick in this effort. It could be goal time again.

6. Kiowa Smedley (Dodgem By Design - Kiowa Heavenly) is not in a friendly post at all in this effort. He is all rail all the time, and will be heading there early on today. Look for a move by him in the stretch.

7. Leading Steps (Lonesome Cry - Tk Ashira) is the best early speed greyhound in this race and will be the one to catch on the front end. Is the mat enough to get him home? Is the post? Time we tell.

8. Farve's A Viking (Flying Stanley - Greys Bombayduck) is back in grade A hot off a big box to wire win. This is not the rail post though, so the outcome will be different. He can break quickly & will need to here.

All I can say is repeat time in this race. The four greyhound that I picked here ran first thru fourth in the last race that all of them competed in, so why change things. LOL! We all know that Leading Steps is going to fire from the starting box and take the lead, especially in the matinee, but it still won't be enough to take home the win. The will be saved for the resurging Ru Tuff Enuf. When this greyhound is on, he is one of the best at the racetrack, and right now the switch is flipped up. He has been breaking more consistently and in turn he has been winning races. Two in a row and three in his last 5 starts, including a 30.34 second romp. No one here is close to that time, so look for him to do whatever is needed to win again. Kiowa One Spot is a one NOTE greyhound, early speed. She can come out in a hurry, but she is short late in the race and will prove so once again in this effort. The helping hand for her is the post position. From the rail she should be a clear trip around the racetrack and that might even see her move up a little more at the finish line. Kcon Told You so has been in grade A in her last 6 races in a row and has finished in the money in 5 of those efforts. She is not going to dazzle you with some big time blowouts, but she is consistent in her efforts. Expect another solid race and another in the money finish today. (5-7-1-2)

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Sunday - 10/24/2010

Capping off the weekend we jump to the 11th race on the card for Sunday matinee.

1. Gs Tee Up (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) is oh so happy to see the inside part of the racetrack again. He gets into so much trouble outside. With the 1 box, he might just surprise in this effort.

2. Lorna's Cannon (Fuzzys Cannon - Instant Vintage) is a double threat in a tough post position. She likes it wide and starts out near the rail. Her late kick might just be her savior though.

3. Gm's Cashman (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) looked good in his return to 550, but found trouble last time out. Here from a good post, this NOS champ could get back in the big circle!

4. Harks Marsbar (Dodgem By Design - Hanks Cool Cat*) has been running well, but he is jumped up 2 grades to compete in this effort. Against some stiff competition, he is going to have his paws full.

5. Aristides (Rhythmless - Midnite Madness) has got no love at the windows, but he has won 3 of his last 5 efforts. His best attribute is his closing speed, so look for him to make a move in the stretch.

6. Bh's Simplylegit (Bh's Rackem Up - Simple Life) has big game potential, but has not shown it all that often in her last 6 efforts. Starting off in a tough post position, she needs to break on top to threaten.

7. Yourgood Imgreat (Diamond's For Me - Let's Run To Win) is running better than anyone else in this race and should be the one to beat in this effort. A Typical DQ Double Threat, Does it!

8. Hs Babe (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Brownsugar) has had some problems since returning to grade A, but today might be different. If she can break & get to the rail early, she might have an outside shot.

Yourgood Imgreat has to be the pick here just off of his recent performances. He has really been running well and has got it done on the early lead and from off the pace. He never gives up in any race that he is entered into and today will not be an exception to that rule. Look for him to give his all and prove best at the finish line. Gs Tee Up is a much deserved look in this race too. Forget about the couple of rough races, they all came from outside posts and today it's back to the rail with him. He loves to run from in here and normally breaks better too. Plus everyone knows that Lorna's Cannon is going wide at the break, so it's even extra room heading to the 1st turn. All he has to do is come out close, and he should be in a position to threaten in this race. Gm's Cashman is a stakes winner and no matter how hard you try, you can never count them out. Back from a trial over 660 yards, Cashman is getting acquainted again with the shorter course and how to win. Helping his cause today is the inside post and his experience. He too will need to break close if he wants a chance to win this race. Aristides gets no respect at the windows, but if he keeps winning races sooner or later someone is going to notice. The only drawback I see the post position. He has not run well from here in the past, but that can all be solved if he can come out close in this race. His best attribute is still his late speed and that is the reason that he should find the money again in this effort. (7-1-3-5)

Raiders Bart Trying to Find IT

2010-10-15T14:12:00.000-04:00

Friday - 10/15/2010

Another weekend here at the Orange Park Kennel Club and another opportunity to watch some fantastic greyhound compete for wins in our feature races.

Whatever you like, we have go you covered with some 550 yards and 660 yard races. We have some up and comers, and some cagey veterans. We have some good early speed greyhounds, and come big time closers. We have some other great things too notice too like greyhounds returning to their old distances, greyhounds that are one win streaks, and greyhounds that are looking to find that magic once again.

So get ready for another exciting weekend of World Class Greyhound racing her at the Orange Park Kennel Club, and HAPPY READING!

Feature race one is the 15th and final race on the card for Friday evening over 660 yards.

1. Holly Noelle (Cricket Express - Solitary Camile) has won three races in a row and two from this post positions. Everything is going for her again, can she keep it up, and dominate? We'll see.

2. Hallo Wonder Boy (Dodgem By Design - Mohican Milla) is a huge closer that is back over the right distance again. He loves run from the rail and will make the most of this post tonight.

3. La's Lucy (Get Over - Ruby Is The Best) is back off an extended rest & back over 660 yards. She was the one to beat in the Orange Park Derby. On fresh legs, this field better be prepared.

4. Lady Gator (Get Over - Rooftop Flojo) is as fast as she wants to be, but has to be close early on in order to WANT to run. From the lead she is tough, but getting there might be a problem.

5. Hallo My Pear (Hallo West Acre - Kiowa Chil Cavel) is an early speed greyhound over 660 yards and he has not been breaking as of late. He has the skills, he just needs to use them if he wants a chance.

6. Kiowa Trent Tam (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) finished out of the quiniela for the first time in 10 races in her last start. She won 7 of those efforts. Expect her to return to form tonight.

7. Kanuka (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) is strong early speed greyhound that needs to turn out a better effort in grade A this time out. Short in the stretch, she needs to steal a ton early on.

8. Wp's Lonesumdove (Lonesome Cry - Fuzzys Spider) is coming off a win in her last race, but the competition is harder here. Posted well, she must break her best in this effort.

In this race the queen gets back on track. Kiowa Trent Tam will not put up back to back clunkers no matter the post position. Granted she might not be in the early lead in this effort, but she is going to do whatever she needs to do it get it done tonight. Look for her to rebound in a big way with a big bold effort in this race. Second let's look at the posted up, streaking greyhound, Holly Noelle. She is extra tough on, or near, the lead and that is where she has been as of late. If she wants to keep the drive alive, she needs to come out running again. La's Lucy might just be the sleeper in this race. She can really run the route and has won numerous races over 660 yards. She is rested and ready to fire in this effort and once in front, they are not going to catch her. If she clears close, this is going to be some race to watch. Hallo Wonder Boy gets the last look as the best closer in the field. He loves the rail and starts out from the 2 box. He can run down almost anyone late and all he can to do is get room. If both the 1 and the 3 decide to break, he will have the whole rail to himself early on. Winning might be a stretch, but challenging late won't be. (6-1-3-2)

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Saturday - 10/16/2010

The third feature races will take place on Saturday evening in the last race on the card, the 15th.

1. Backatcha (Joe Hearns - Nikki Di) post will be the biggest problem for her in this race. She is wide and this is the 1 box. She needs to forget that last effort & find her break again tonight.

2. Hs Babe (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Brownsugar) is back in grade A hot off a win in her last effort. Early speed is the key to her success along with the rail posts. If she puts it together, watch out.

3. Kiowa Vincent (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) has been running tough as of late and looks to keep it going in this effort. An even runner is what she is, so a big break is needed in this one.

4. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) was the one to beat for a while, but he has fallen off of that pedestal. If he wants to get back, he must find a way to be closer early on.

5. Orion Lee (Trent Lee - Hurry Hannah) has speed to burn from the box and turned that into back to back wins. He is streaking now and is the one to beat here if he continues to break.

6. Tipsy Marcus W (Tipsy Character - Jetstar Streaker) is coming back to the top grade with a bold win in his last effort. A closer by nature, he can break on occasion too, he will need it all against these.

7. Gs Tee Up (Afleet Alex - Gm's Pechykeen) is as fast as anyone in this race, he just needs some running room to use it to his advantage. Look for him to make amends for that last trip around the oval.

8. Cjc's Buckshot (Pacific Mile* - Gable Ruth) has always been a good closer and is starting to run like he used to. He gets a good post away from the crowd and could parlay that into an upset in this effort.

No matter how you look at this race, Orion Lee has to be the one to catch and beat. This greyhound has been firing on all cylinders and even though he can be short in the stretch, he has held on late in back to back efforts to win. He has what to takes to get there and will survive on the late lead again for the hat trick. Kiowa Top Design might not be as sharp as he was a month or so ago, but he is still a top notch greyhound at the racetrack. He has a good break, a solid rush, and has never been caught from behind in any race. If he were to get the lead at some point in this effort, the race it over. Gs Tee Up is still just a puppy and is learning more and more in each and every start. What he already knows is that he is just as fast as anyone in this race and can easily win it if the chips fall in his favor. He just needs to learn how to stack the deck against some of the better fields. He can start by coming out closer and staying out of trouble. If he accomplishes both in this race, he could be the one to beat. Cjc's Buckshot might not be a threat to win, but you have to respect his closing ability. This greyhound never gives up and just keeps coming, and coming, and coming, and coming in each and every start. He will give everything he has throughout in this effort and from this outside post, he might just get room to do it. If he can clear close enough, he will factor at the finish line with the leaders. (5-4-7-8)

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Saturday - 10/16/2010

Race two of feature events on the weekend comes our way on Saturday matinee in the 11th.

1. Kiowa Kind Gel (Flying Penske - Kiowa Oneofakind) is all about putting a hurtin on fields early on and the one box will aide her in this effort. If she can steal enough, it could be upset time.

2. Mw Springer (Lewis And Wax - Mw's April Rain) has really found a groove as of late and has even been winning some races. From a favorable inside post, he will find a way to challenge.

3. Scottish Dreamer (Droppys Vieri - Crystal Chrysler) has been tearing up the racetrack, but this is grade A and the rules change. If she wants to run with the big boys and girls, she must break fast.

4. Kiowa Kay Share (Solitary Runner - Sol Happy) is clearly the fastest greyhound in this race, and all she needs is room to take home a win. She can do it on the lead or from off the pace. Field, you have been warned.

5. Hanks Dancequeen (Maryville Rumble* - Dance of Dreams) has had a couple of rough trips in a row, but don't let that fool you. She can go with the best of them. She just needs a break today.

6. Smokin Az Becket (Team Record* - Ptl Linda) might have missed her break last time, but she will get back to it today. This solid grade A racer, had back to back wins. If she finds it, she could get there again.

7. Deerfield Cheer (Flying Penske - Solitary Flyer) is a solid top grade runner that draws a good starting box in this effort. All he needs to do is come out close and he will be in the thick of things late.

8. Cayenne Carmagea (Dodgem By Design - Cayenne Jet) has all kinds of gears, but prefers the inside part of the racetrack. The post is the biggest hurdle, if she gets by that, she might have a chance.

Speed is the key to winning any race and the fastest of the fast in this one is Kiowa Kay Share. This greyhound can do it all. She can win from the front. She can win from off the pace. She can win with or without trouble in any race. She has all the tools she needs to get it done and with the extra room at the break with the empty box next to her, she does whatever she needs to do to win. Mw Springer gets a chance at the top spot here to will some spirited runs in his recent starts. He has been breaking better and has been a force throughout all of those efforts. From a good inside post he looks to keep it going, and he just might in this effort. Smokin Az Becket had won 2 starts in a row in grade A, but missed her break and ran into big time trouble in her last effort. Against a talented field, she needs to get back to what got her here, HER BREAK! If she comes out close, she will factor for the duration of this effort. Last but not least is Kiowa Kind Gel. I know her lines might not show it, but she is quick, quick, quick from the box when she wants to be. She has stolen a lead on several fields, and from the 1 box, she might just be able to pull the rabbit out of the hat. If she can steal enough early on in this matinee race, she too has an outside shot at the win. (4-2-6-1)

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Sunday - 10/17/2010

Capping off the weekend we head to the 7th race on the card for Sunday matinee.

1. Cheyenne Rascal (Kiowa Mon Manny - Payday Robin) is a whole different greyhound from the rail & proved that again in his last race. Can the magic last in grade A? Tune in to see.

2. Rays Finishline (My Judge - Ivyona Star) is finally starting to run like he did when he first got here. He is breaking better and has been showing some good late speed! The ship is righting, get on board!

3. La's Gigi (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) is a tough competitor when she uses her early speed to get close in races. Without it her effort is not the same, so a big break in needed today.

4. Really Gonnarock (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) is a solid grade A greyhound that gives his all in each and every start. From the front, or from off the pace, he will be a factor again in this effort.

5. Black Licorice (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) his effort all depends on whether he can get outside without any trouble. If he does, he will close an run tough, if he finds trouble, forgetaboutit.

6. Hallo Honey Bea (Lonesome Cry - Kay Casino Queen) has shown some late speed in the past, but will need to break if she wants to contend here. This could be a long day for her.

7. Sir Oliver (Hallo West Acre - Granpas Princess) is just a puppy, but he has shown some good skills so far at OP. He runs his best when close to the lead, so a big early effort will be required.

8. Raiders Bart (Dodgem By Design - Raiders Azeri) has been running OK, but is far better than his lines show. The 8 box might just get him loose on the lead today, and if he does, game over.

In this race it's all about class. Raiders Bart has that edge on the rest of the field. He has won more races than anyone else here and knows how to get things done from the lead and from off the pace. He has a solid rush, and when clear, he can dominate his competitors. From the outside he will have a clean trip to the turn and that is just what he needs to get his confidence back with a winning effort. Really Gonnarock has to be the biggest challenge to the leader. He has great closing speed and has won back to back efforts in grade A just 3 starts ago. The post might be a bit tricky for him here, but if he breaks at all it shouldn't matter much. Early on he might just be absent, but in the stretch everyone better be watching out for him. Rays Finishline looks to be getting back on track at the Orange Park Kennel Club. It's good to see that competitive fire resurface and for him to put it to good use. He has back to back big races under his belt and looks to make it three contentions in a row. If he keeps up the good work, he could be right in the thick of things in this race. La's Gigi gets a looks just because she can hit the lid on occasion. If she decides that she wants to go early today, she will be a force to be reckoned with on the front end. Everyone will be chasing her, and as he all know, speed holds better in the daytime starts. If she can steal enough early, and get some help behind her, it might just be time for a longshot to win. (8-4-2-3)

Veterans Ru Tuff Enuf and Eds Budby Showcase Weekend

2010-10-08T14:00:00.000-04:00

Friday - 10/8/2010

Just like every other weekend of the year, the Orange Park Kennel Club will showcase some fantastic greyhound competing for the win in our feature races.

This weekend it's all about class. We have some very tough fields and some very talented greyhound all vying for the victory.

So if you are looking for some solid grade A races to watch and wager on, look no further, as the Orange Park Kennel Club has you covered.

Race one of the weekend is the 15th and final race on the card for Friday evening. F

1. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) was the hottest of the hot for a while at OP, and still tough as always from the rail. The one box could be the difference maker.

2. Smokin Az Becket (Team Record* - Ptl Linda) is coming off a grade A wins and draws another good inside post. He has to break fast again in order to keep up the good work.

3. Come On Takatrip (Fuzzys Cannon - Instant Vintage) is rested and ready to go for this effort after 3 months off. Closing is his forte, so look for him to make a move in the stretch.

4. Wiki Letsgetloud (Always Faithful - Not Short Onluck) needs to put that last race behind her and get back to breaking. If she can find it early on, she may be around at the wire.

5. Kiowa Destina (Ww Apple Jax - Kay Kelly) is a big time late speed greyhound that can come from off the pace to challenge. Winning might be a stretch, but factor in the cash is not.

6. Bh's Simplylegit (Bh's Rackem Up - Simple Life) can run with or without the lead in any race, so she is a double threat, especially from the outside. Posted up tonight, she could be a threat.

7. Gs Angelo (Lewis And Wax - Gs Kayla) has some good early speed and runs tough when he is around at the first turn. Breaking fast will be the key to his success in this effort.

8. Fth Chinook Wind (Dodgem By Design - Cm Lil Bit) is as fast as he wants to be, but when is that? He has great closing speed and can break on occasion. If he gets loose early, watch out!

No doubt who is going to be the favorite in this effort. Kiowa Top Design is one of the best greyhounds at the racetrack and since exit the stakes, he has been one of the hottest too. He loves to break from the rail and gets it here in the 1 box. If he comes out close at all, he will win this race. Smokin Az Becket has really started to put it all together and might just be able to see the early lead in this race. If she can get her nose in front, she too could have a chance at back to back jacks, but if they are too close too soon it could be a tough row to hoe. Bh's Simplylegit gets the post nod as well here on the outside part of the racetrack. The break will be the most important part of this race for him if he wants to win. He has enough late speed to get it done in the stretch, but he must not let the leaders get too far away early on. If he all goes to play, he could wind back in the winner's circle for the second straight 6 box effort. Kiowa Destina is the best closer in the bunch and will be proving that once again in the stretch. She might not have the speed of the others early, but no one can match her at the finish. Her biggest hurdle in this race might be the post position. She will have to find room early from the middle if she hopes to make a late run to challenge. (1-2-6-5)

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Saturday - 10/9/2010

The third feature race will take place in the 15th race on the card for Saturday evening.

1. On The Fly (Dodgem By Design - Ww Ellen's Time) has been begging for an inside post and finally returns there tonight. She is tough when close and will be upset minded here.

2. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) is the best 660 greyhound at the racetrack. Sure he lost last time, but you can't win them all. Posted and primed for the new streak tonight.

3. Starla Vintage (Fuzzys Cannon - Instant Vintage) is a strong closer that has righted the ship in the last several races. She likes the inside & bingo she is there. Breaking would help her cause.

4. Kiowa Deli Dee (Flying Stanley - Kiowa About Deli) is back at 660 and hasn't been beat in 3 straight. She is the best breaker and will see the lead, but short late, she might not keep it.

5. Gm's Cashman (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) this NOS winner has taken well to 660 & needs to forget the last race. He can go the route, but he just needs to stay clear of trouble to contend.

6. Kiowa Vic (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) just needs to do one thing tonight, come out running. This greyhound is tough near the lead, but without it? Last time from the 6 hole, box to wire time.

7. Lk's Marsha (Fortified Power - Em's Amtrack) jumped from grade D to A with 3 straight wins, but the A competition has been too much for her so far. From a tough box, this could be another long night.

8. Changeling (Craigie Whistler - Magic Niki Nite) might be a longshot to win this race, but maybe not from this post. She has back to back wins from the 8 box, so don't overlook her tonight.

Everyone's favorite Eds Budby will be the one to beat in this effort. He has all the tools and gets a great rail post to boot. Even though he can run off with the early lead, against this field, he could even come from off the pace and get it done. All he has to do is be close early on, and this race will be over in the stretch. Breaking on top and leading for the majority of this race should be Kiowa Deli Dee. This greyhound is as fast as she wants to be on the lead, but once she gets passed, it's a whole different ballgame. She fades back late and that is just what is going to happen to her here. The streak ends as the champ gets back up at the wire to take her down. On The Fly has been waiting for another rail chance and gets it here in this race. Tonight she will clear easily from this post and that could be a difference maker for her. She has loads of talent and runs her best near the front end of any race. That is where she is going to be tonight, expect a big time trip. Gm's Cashman might be overlooked with the others left to contend in this effort, but I think you need to pay attention to him. He is just learning how to go over the new route and gets a greyhound to chase early on right next to him at the start. He can break over 550, and it would be nice to see him get out closer over 660 yards. If he does decide to run tonight, he could give the big names all they can handle in this effort. (2-4-1-5)

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Saturday - 10/9/2010

The second of four features races will run in the 11th on the card for Saturday matinee.

1. Really Gonnarock (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) has posted up back to back wins at OP, but now will have to try for the 3 peat from the rail. With all his late speed, he just needs to be around early.

2. Gs Tee Up (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) is another talented puppy that gets a chance to win again in grade A. He should like it in here, but must break better today if he wants a shot to win.

3. Wp's Commodore (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) is a threat every time he steps on the racetrack. With a good break, great raw speed, and some closing power, he is a triple threat.

4. Kiowa Vanessa (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) hasn't been winning a ton of races, but she always finds a way to sneak into the money at the wire. Being a threat throughout, she could surprise.

5. Ru Tuff Enuf (Let's Winendine - Faith Keeper) just when you think the old man has lost it, he shows that he hasn't. Tuff is back and when he is on, he is clearly the best of the bunch. Watch out!

6. La's Lucy (Get Over - Ruby Is The Best) can run 550, but is a much better 600 yard greyhound. Here she is a closer and will be making up ground in the stretch. Too little too late though.

7. Kiowa Ellie (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Mary Tammi) is at her best when she comes out running. She is not as consistent as may would like, but the outside post might help. Here she must break.

8. Sunsands Bomber (Extruding Dream - Sunsands Petsie) has shown loads of early speed and from the outside, she could get loose early on. She is short late though, so winning might be tough.

It's the veterans vs. the Afleet Alex pups in this race. Ru Tuff Enuf is as Tuff as anyone on the racetrack when he can get out of the starting box and that is what he is going to do today. He will get room early with the empty box next to him and that will allow him to see the lead. Once in front, he is tough to take down before the wire. IE, see two races back, win by 7 1/2 in 30.34 seconds. Out and gone early on today. Next the two race in a row winner, Really Gonnarock. This greyhound has gotten better with each and every start and the scary thing is that his brother is even better. He miss the stakes final, but has rebounded nicely and has been showing off against the best at the racetrack. From this post he should get a clean run to the turn and that could be bad news for the rest of the field if he is close early on. With his late kick, he will challenge in the stretch again today. Wp's Commodore is as fast as anyone in this race and has won his share, 3 in his last 6 efforts, of grade A races. He loved this inside, near rail, post position and as long as he is close early, he will be a threat throughout. All he has to do is keep on keeping on in this effort. Gs Tee Up is the other Alex pup that will be contending for the win in this race. He has great skills of his own, and from a better post, I expect the effort to rise as well. He need to just one thing to get a chance to win this race, BREAK. He has not been coming out like he did in the past and it is why he has not crossed in front in a while. If he gets the lead, they might just be hard pressed to get to him in time. (5-1-3-2)

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Sunday - 10/10/2010

Last but not least is the 11th race on the card for Sunday matinee at the Orange Park.

1. Kiowa Smedley (Dodge By Design - Kiowa Heavenly) loves the rail and is a whole different greyhound from the inside posts. He has a good shot to get back winning today.

2. Youtgood Imgreat (Diamond's For Me - Let's Run To Win) is a monster near the lead and the post should get him there in this race. Even though he was outgunned late last time, today might be different.

3. Miss Romy (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) has drawn some good post and has found her form as of late. She is as fast as she wants to be, but is today one of the those days, or not?

4. Uss West Coast (Lonesome Cry - Uss Mysterious) is one of the hardest trying greyhounds at OP. He would like to win more, but he has to break better to do that. Either way, a big threat today!

5. Tam Ellie Eye (Trent Lee - Primco Gator Eye) has shown some late speed recently, but up in pay grade today, she might have be trouble. She needs some help from the 5 box to compete.

6. Kiowa One Spot (Dodgem By Design - Flying Gazette) might have the best early speed in this field, but holding on to win has been a problem. Problem not solved against these, but she might still factor.

7. Willing Effort (Dodgem By Design - Ww Ellen's Time) her names said it all. Will she be WILLING to give all of her EFFORT in this race? If she does, she could win, but if not, well you know the rest.

8. Cheyenne Zapper (Dodgem By Design - Goodbye Nancy) is moving up to compete against the big boys and gets a tough post to start from in this effort. This race could be extra long and tough.

One thing for sure, this race is going to be exciting to watch. We have quite the talent in this race and they are going to be doing their best to take home the win. Yourgood Imgreat gets the nod here for me as he is just s step quicker early on than most of this field and will have enough to get home a winner in this race. This will not be a romp and he will be pushed throughout, but sometimes you have to step up and that is just what will happen here. Kiowa Smedley will give a winning effort once again from a superb post position. He loves it on the rail and will make the most of this post. He has not seen the win in 2 races now and it might be time to get back there. Last time out from this post he scored. Uss West Coast is going to give his all for the duration of this race. He always does and that byline is not going to change anytime soon. I know he would rather be winning races than just running in the money, but he has to break better to get that done. If he finds his long lost break at the start of this race, he will be upset minded today. Kiowa One Spot might just be the one for all of the big dogs to catch in this race. She has the best early speed and has seen the front in 3 of her last 6 efforts. She has been short late though in 5 of her last 6 races, but she did hold on to win one, and that came from a similar post positions. Her only hope in this race is to hit the lid, steal a long lead, and get some help behind her, otherwise the chasers will get to her before the finish line. (2-1-4-6)

The Master of his DOMAIN

2010-10-01T14:02:00.000-04:00

Friday - 10/2/2010

It's spot play weekend at the Orange Park Kennel Club in each and every one of our featured races.

Just pick one, any one, and you will see that there is a distinct advantage for a greyhound in each race that should allow them to have an edge throughout the race and at the finish line.

Granted a couple could win on skill alone, but put them where they want to be and get a little help around them and you better really watch out.

So without further ado, it's time to get this party started at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Race one come on the Friday evening card, as we save the best for last, let's look at race 15.

1. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) saw his win streak stopped in his last effort, but should rebound here with a fantastic post position. All he has to do is be close early, and it's over.

2. Sayitwasseth (Deerfield Site* - Mystic Opal) is a strong closer over the shorter distance, but he needs to get out closer early if he wants a chance to win. The post is a plus, let's see if he uses it to his advantage.

3. Orion Lee (Trent Lee - Hurry Hannah) is the best breaker in the bunch , but he has not show it in his last couple of starts. He's posted up and if he finds it in this effort, he might just wire this field.

4. Big Drama (Get Over - Rooftop Flojo) is a big time closer that can come from way off the pace to challenge. She loves the rail and will need to get there to be competitive. Without trouble, she challenges.

5. Gs Tee Up (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) is still just a puppy, but has proven already that he can hang with the grade A's. The tough 5 box awaits in this effort. Even though he can close, he has to break.

6. Wp's Commodore (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) is a solid grade A threat from the lead or from off the pace. He can run from anywhere, but likes the rail best. If he can clear, he could be a winner.

7. Kiowa Mon Dolly (Kiowa Mon Manny - Kiowa Kays Dream) is all about the early speed and finally gets to compete against the big boys and girls again. The post is in her favor, she just needs to hit the lid tonight.

8. Kiowa Class Run (Flying Penske - Kiowa Classylady) is up 3 grades in this race tonight and might find the competition hard to handle. She is a long way from the rail too. If she doesn't break well, it could be a long evening.

This is race could be rather tough if everyone that has talent decides to show up and do what they do best, so you have to go with who gets the most help. In this race that greyhound is Kiowa Top Design. Top Design gets the one box and will loads of room to rush the turn in as the 2 is slow from the starting box. Helping out too could be that red hot 5 race win streak showing in his lines. He has been on fire and even without the front end he can come from just off the pace and steal away a victory. All in all, he will be too close too soon not to win this effort. So who will get the lead? I think Orion Lee. This greyhound has not fired like he can in his last couple of efforts, but tonight he gets back to the inside, and he is faster from the box than either of his competitors to his left. Like most early speed greyhounds though, he can be caught from behind in the stretch. His hope is to come out running, steal enough of a lead early so that he can have an opportunity to hold on for the win. Gs Tee Up might be short on starts, but he is long on talent. This greyhound has all the gears that he wants and can keep on coming at the end of the races. What is even more noticeable is that he has run the fastest of any greyhound in this field. Sure he might still be figuring it out, sure he might be in the 5 box, sure he might not have things the other do, but sometimes you just can't measure or predict what HEART can do for you. Just ask his dad! Big Drama is the other greyhound that might get overlooked that shouldn't in this race. She has loads of late speed over 550 and loves to race from the inside part of the racetrack. The 4 box is close enough to contend, but she is going to have to not be last early if she wants to factor in this race. The most crucial part of this effort will be the start. (1-3-5-4)

Saturday - 10/2/2010

The best of the best match up in the 15th and final race on the card for Saturday Evening.

1. Kiowa Vic (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) likes the rail and can be tough on the front end when he decides to come out running. He is in tough here, but has a great post. We'll see about the effort.

2. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) is the best of the best over 660 yards currently has a 4 race win streak going! This OP Derby winner likes the rail, and he gets it. Frankly, it's almost unfair.

3. Kiowa Trent Tam (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) would have 6 wins in a row if Eds Budby was not around. She has finished 2nd to him in both match-ups. Posted up well, she has revenge on her mind.

4. Starla Vintage (Fuzzys Cannon - Instant Vintage) is from the long line of DQ Williams closers and recently she has started to do them proud again. Even though she can close, she need to break tonight.

5. Jjb Dibaba (Lonesome Cry - Joe's My Man) jumped up to grade A with back to back to back wins. Now 3 grades tougher, the fields are getting to her. No break here in the 5 box. This rail runner needs one.

6. Wp's Lonesumdove (Lonesome Cry - Fuzzys Spider) can be tough on the front end, but you never know when that is going to be. Without the lead, she has been suspect in the past. She has to fire to the lead if she wants to contend.

7. Changeling (Craigie Whistler - Magic Niki Nite) has taken well to the added distance, but now gets to meet up with the big dogs. We'll see if she can keep up the torrid pace from another good post position.

8. Gm's Cashman (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) the NOS winner did well in his first trip over 660. From the same post tonight, he gets another chance to shine. If he gets out of the box better, he could be a sleeper.

Ok the one, two punch is back in this race. Talk about playing a solid Perfecta, well here it is. Eds Budby over Kiowa Trent Tam. These two greyhounds have separated themselves from the rest of the 660 yard crowd, and so far Eds Budby has been superior to Trent Tam in their recent match-ups. Eds Budby is the best greyhound running at the racetrack right now and should continue on with his fifth win in a row. This Orange Park Derby winner, and 2nd place finisher in the recent James J Patton Silver Cup, is a dual threat that can win from the lead or from off the pace. Clearly the choice, Budby gets it done again. Trent Tam is no slouch herself, she just has not been able to outrun Budby in their match-ups. Without those races, she would have won six races in row, but has to settle for eight straight in the quiniela. She too is posted up well in this effort and will give her all, too bad it will be for next best. Gm's Cashman is a proven winner that gets to take on new challenges over the added distance and so far he has looked good. Breaking from the same post, I expect him to give another strong effort. Never count out DQ over 660 yards and that is why Starla Vintage gets another look in this effort. She has got the train back on the tracks over her last couple of efforts and has shown off that good closing speed in the stretch. She might want to be a bit more inside tonight, but will make due from the 4 box. Breaking better would go a long way for her contend in this effort. (2-3-8-4)

Saturday - 10/2/2010

Race two comes our way in the 11th race on the card for Saturday Matinee.

1. Miss Romy (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) seems to have righted the ship all of a sudden with back to back winning efforts. She could always close, but is getting out quicker from the box. From her best box today, Watch out!

2. Wp's Clinton (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) has a lot going for him as well in this race. He is posted up, he has been hot, and he has enough late speed to overcome trouble. If he wants to go, he could upset.

3. Kiowa Kay Wilber (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Kay Kattie) is a solid grade A competitor that hangs around a lot in the money in his efforts. What gets him there is his early speed. A good break will be needed again.

4. Kiowa Mc Gee (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Wild Color) is back in grade A, hot off a win in his last effort. Here the 4 box is not the rail and that could be bad news for this puppy. He has the skills to win, but will he apply them.

5. Aristides (Rhythmless - Midnite Maddness) was running well in grade B, but that has not transferred well to grade A. No easing up today with the 5 box. If he doesn't break, he could be in a tough place.

6. Hallo Honey Bea (Lonesome Cry - Kay Casino Queen) has had a couple of rough starts in a row, but has experience against the A's and has had success in the past. She just needs to wake up & show that she has to offer.

7. Uss West Coast (Lonesome Cry - Uss Mysterious) has not broke in 4 races, but to his credit, he has not missed the money. He is a steady runner that can contend in any effort. To win, he has to be out first.

8. Gs Rae (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) is a strong closer that can hit the lid on occasion. He has won twice in his last 4 starts, but the 8 box is not the 2 box. Getting to the rail will be his biggest hurdle here.

Once again post plays a huge role in who is going to win this effort. Miss Romy is all rail all the time and seems to be a whole different greyhound when she starts out in the red dress. She has a solid rush to the turn and can come home with the best of them at the racetrack. Right now she has found it again, and that has been the difference in her back to back winning efforts. Uss West Coast might not be winning like he has in the past, but he still has been a force in each and every start that he has competed in. He always seems to be around the lead and that has really paid off well for him at the finish line. He would rather be on the rail, but if he breaks it really won't matter that much. He clearly could win this race if he can rush best from the box. Wp's Clinton has turned into a closer as of late, but even with his break leaving him, he still has been factoring at the finish line. Working for him in this effort is the post position. He loves the rail and gets way close enough here with the 2 box. He should clear behind Miss Romy and have all kinds of room on the rail to rush and run. If he can find an inkling of his early speed, he could be a long shot winning today. Gs Rae is the other closer in the field and even though he is not in the best starting box, he still has a chance to steal away the win in this effort. He has 2 wins in 4 starts, and both of those were very impressive victories. The only thing he needs to do today is remember that he can't let the field get too big of a lead on him early on, or his hopes at a win will be dashed. (1-7-2-8)

Sunday - 10/3/2010

Capping off the weekend, we head to the 7th race on the card for Sunday Matinee.

1. Gs Shabam (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) gets the double bonus with the rail and a wide breaking and running greyhound in the 2 box. All he has to do is come out close and he should have a good shot to win.

2. Black Licorice (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) is not in the right post to start this race. Wide is where it's at for him, and he will do whatever to get there. If he doesn't break, this could be a troubled trip.

3. Kiowa Fly Remi (Flying Stanley - Flying Rolling) is rested up and ready to come back and challenge in the grade A ranks. Showing some early speed recently, he needs to hit it today to contend.

4. AHK Lady Deanna (Coldwater Keelin - C Y Martinique) runs her best from the front end and without the lead she is not the same greyhound. You will know in the first couple of steps if it is her day or not.

5. Kcon Told You So (Maryville Rumble* - Cafe Queen) has stepped up her game as of late and has turned into a solid grade A threat. She relies on her early speed, so from a tough post, she has to show up early on.

6. Kiowa Destina (Ww Apple Jax - Kay Kelly) has some good late speed and seems to like the outside part of the racetrack. Although she gets not love at the windows, don't discount her here, she could be a sleeper pick.

7. Shorty's Nana (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) is the best early speed greyhound in this field. She has not been beaten to the turn in 4 straight. She is short at the end of the race, and even with the lead, holding on will be hard but not impossible.

8. Hs Babe (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Brownsugar) has made it to grade A, now she just needs to prove that she belongs there. She has been successful from the outside before, she just needs to get out fast in order to contend. Can she?

Here I like the spot play of Gs Shabam. Talk about getting everything you wanted for Christmas, Gs Shabam's wish list just came in. He loves the rail and gets to start from the railest of post positions, and not only that, he also gets the widest running greyhound breaking next to him in the 2 box. He is going to have his personal blocker thru the early stages of this field and that will allow him to be close early and find a way late to take home his 4th win in 6 starts. Kcon Told You So and Shorty's Nana both have better early speed than Shabam does and these are the two greyhounds that he is going to have to take down before the finish line. I see this duo battling it out on the front end for the majority of this effort, with the slight edge early to Shorty's Nana and the slight edge late to Kcon Told You So. Either way you like them, this pair will be a threat throughout in this effort. Kiowa Destina is the best closer in the bunch, and if you read here often, you know I love the closers to round out the superfecta. They can overcome any trouble and if they break that normally vie for the win in the race. The outside post will help her in this effort and if she keeps to form, she should be right there in the money at the finish line.
(1-5-7-6)

Afleet Red DRAWS In

2010-09-30T11:37:00.000-04:00

She is drawn in for Saturday Matinee in the 3rd race in the 2 box.

Watch her and cheer her on as every start in the money benefits adoption!

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Good Luck little girl, and thanks to Lester Raines, Deborah Stickland, and Mike Gerard.

Afleet Red Returns

2010-09-28T15:50:00.000-04:00

After a long layoff the Afleet Red is back on the racetrack and looking stronger than ever.

Breaking from the four box, in the 7th schooling race on the card for Monday Evening September 27th, Red dove to the rail early and ran into trouble right out of the box. This tough little cookie didn't let that bother her at all. She just kept moving inside and took advantage of the extra space on the rail. As the field entered the backside, she took over command of this race and cruised on to the wire alone to win by almost 7 lengths.

7th Grade: Distance: 550 Condition: Fast

Afleet Red 60 4 2 2 1 4 1 6.5 32.30 Drew Away Late Rl

Gs Addison 56 6 3 3 3 2 6.5 32.75 Up For Place At Wire

Cdn Sugar Buzz 74 8 4 1 hd 2 3 6.5 32.76 Settled For Show

Spicy Wings 73 1 1 5 5 4 17.5 33.52 Shuffled 1st Turn

Deco Early Rum 75 2 5 4 4 5 18.5 33.58 Squeezed Back 1st

Lester Raines Kennels, Fl, Llc, W Bd, F, 12/22/08, AFLEET ALEX - XTREME HUSTLER

Watch the replay of the race HERE

If you don't know the story of Afleet Red, where have you been? Just kidding, she was donated by Lester Raines to be raffled off for Greyhounds As Pets of Northeast Florida. She raised almost $10,000 for adoption and with each and every start she finishes in the money, Lester donated another 15% to GAP.

Join me and wishing good luck to this tough little girl who will be trying to climb the ladder and join her littermates in grade A, and to once again thank Lester Raines, Deborah Strickland, and Mike Gerard for their support of greyhound adoption.

Eds Budby Setting Racetrack on Fire

2010-09-28T14:51:00.000-04:00

No matter what distance you are running, you have to respect Eds Budby. Ok, so I know that he is a better 660 yard greyhound that he is in sprints, but trust me when I say that over either distance, he is special.

Eds Budby is having a great year here at the Orange Park Kennel Club and it all started out with this impressive run thru this year's Orange Park Derby.

Winning three of the four qualifying rounds, and finishing second in another, Budby was the leader in points for the Derby heading into the finals , but still was not the favorite at post time. Boy did he get his point across in the finals though. There he broke close to the lead and then proceeded to drive off the lure from the field as he crossed the finish line nine lengths clear of the competition in a speedy 37.38 second clocking.

He won a couple more races at the distance before moving to sprints right before the Jacksonville Sprint Classic. In his warm up race at 550 he demolished a field and posted up a quick 30.39 second run in his 4 length victory. The cards were not in his favor in the stakes though as he closed well late, but was too far behind early on to make it past the quarter finals.

No issues for him though as he jumped right back to 660, and right back to winning. Putting on a show and proving that his stakes title was no fluke, Budby ran sixteen races in a row in the trifecta, including ten victories, with win streaks of five and four races in a row.

Next he took a much deserved rest over the month of July and came back on a mission. This time around he was ready for the sprint stakes and was going to leave his mark on it.

Winning the first round in box to wire fashion, Budby had come to run and with a pair seconds and a third place finish in his next three rounds, he easily found a spot into the finals. Against this talented field, Budby had a ton of hurdles to overcome to be effective. He loves the rail, he drew the 8 box. He has good late speed, he was in with some big time breakers and rushers. So most counted him out, but Budby believed in himself. From the outside he broke well, rushed to the rail and gave a came chase all the way to the wire for a second place effort just one length off of the winner.

Finally he had proven that he can be a threat at either distance and with that being said, he moved right back to his best distance at the racetrack, 660 yards, and since he has been undefeated.

In four starts over the route, Budby has been untouched and unchallenged. He has rushed close early and really has raced off alone to win those starts. During this span he has won by an average margin of six lengths.

His biggest statement came two races back where he had to run against Kiowa Trent Tam , who was riding high on a four race win streak, and he not only won, he won by eight and a half lengths.

No more stakes opportunities left for the big dog this year at either distance but I'm sure he is going to keep on trucking over the added course and preparing himself for the 2011 Orange Park Derby which starts in late January.

For the year he has a record of 49/24-8-5-3, and has only finished out of the money on nine occasions. His stakes starts are even better with a record of 12/5-4-1-1. Against the best the racetrack had to offer up, he has finished out of the money only once.

So join with me and congratulate kennel owner, greyhound owner, and trainer, Mike Crowe for all of his efforts and the continued success of this tremendous greyhound.

Eds Budby Tearing it up over 660

2010-09-24T15:20:00.000-04:00

Friday - 9/24/2010

We have got the hottest things going over both distances right now at the Orange Park Kennel Club in action this weekend.

How about a 4 races winner at the 550 yard course? Interested? Well, what about a stakes winner with 3 straight over 660? More interested? Saving the most interesting for last, what about a couple of spot plays and some opportunities to make some cash? Got your attention now?

If so, look no further than the weekend feature races at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Up first is the ultra hot 4 race winner in the 11th on the card for Friday Evening.

1. Kiowa New Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) is coming off a rest and her lines don't look great, but don't be fooled. Posted up well, she could contend if she gets out of the box.

2. Jamboree Frankie (My John Q - Slingshot Misty) needs to rebound in this effort. Tough time last time out, but before that she was an early speed force. Look for a return trip to contention.

3. Raiders Bart (Dodgem By Design - Raiders Azeri) was in the stakes final and finally got back to winning in his last effort. When he breaks he is almost unbeatable, and tonight he is close enough to the rail.

4. Rays Finishline (My Judge - Ivyona Star) back at the short course and back on his game. Two starts, two in the money finishes. If he decides to come out running, he could be upset minded.

5. Willing Effort (Dodgem By Design - Ww Ellen's Time) is the big ? in this effort. She is as fast as she wants to be, but she wants no part of the 5 box in any race. Breaking will be the key for her.

6. Ru Tuff Enuf (Let's Winendine - Faith Keeper) might not be the greyhound that he once was, but he can still post up a number or two on occasion. All he has to do is see the clean air up front.

7. Wp's Clinton (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) has all the tools needed to win this race, but he has to want to put them all together. From the from or from behind he could win, but will he?

8. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) might not have won the stakes, but is making up for it now. With 4 straight he is the one to beat. If he hits the lid again, he wins as he has never been run down in any effort.

Easy picking in this effort! Kiowa Top Design! Plain and simple, he has the best early speed in this race and once in front he will be long gone early on. He has won 4 races in a row all on the front end and has stopped the clock in the mid 30.50s in each of those efforts. No one else here as even been close, oh and did i mention that he is clear of the field outside too? Now I did! This race is his to lose. Raiders Bart might be the only true competition for him in this effort. Bart has won his share of races in grade A and was also in the finals of the stakes race. He too is posted up in this effort on the inside part of the racetrack. The break is the critical thing for him in this effort. If he can stalk early, he will have a chance to challenge late. Jamboree Frankie gets a couple of helping hands in this effort. He gets a good post to break from and no real speed to his inside. All he has to do is forget about the last effort and get back to what he does best, BREAKING. If he can be around the front early on, he should be able to hold on in the money at the finish line. Speaking of Finish Lines,l Ray's Finishline is the other greyhound that you just can't forget about in this effort. Since he fizzled out over 660 yards, his return to 550 has been quite impressive. He won his first start and finished a close second in the next. He has been breaking way better from the shorter box and has proven that he is going to keep coming and trying throughout. Midtrack is his place, let's see what he does with the 4 box here. (8-3-2-4)

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Saturday - 9/25/2010

Another big time match up over 660 yards, or if the 15th race for Saturday Evening turns out like last time, maybe not!

1. Kiowa Trent Tam (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) had won 4 straight still she ran into Eds Budby 2 races back. She has won since and is in her best box tonight, but can she overtake the CHAMP?

2. Run River Queen (Ctw Countin Money - Motley Roxy) has some good early speed, but without the front she is not the same greyhound on the racetrack. Against this big time field, this could be rough.

3. Starla Vintage (Fuzzys Cannon - Instant Vintage) climbed back to grade A in her last race and started to right the ship. Even though she is a closer, she needs to break better. If she is close, she contends.

4. JJB Dibaba (Lonesome Cry - Joe's My Man) is up from grade D and might be over his head again these big boys and girls. Hard to knock 3 wins in 4 races though. This closer must want it tonight.

5. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) the Orange Park Derby winner is back over 660 and proving that he is the only greyhound to consider at this distance. The 5 box is his only hurdle.

6. Wp's Lonesumdove (Lonesome Cry - Fuzzys Spider) runs tough when she can get near the early lead in any race. Without the lead, she is a different greyhound. The break is the ticket to her success.

7. Hallo My Pear (Hallo West Acre - Kiowa Chil Cavel) has recently returned to 660 yards and has been running well. He is short late, so being close early is extra important to her. Post up, he could contend.

8. Miss Minerva (Swanson - Trixies Wish) is a solid chaser over 660 with a bit of a close working for her. Even though she runs on the rail, she likes it outside. Winning is a stretch, but money factoring is not.

Once again the top two greyhounds at the racetrack will be matching up over 660 yards, but will the outcome be the same. I thought that it was going to be a good race last time out and Eds Budby won for fun, 8 1/2 lengths. So can Budby do it again from the 5 box, or is it Trent Tam's time to shine from the 1? As we are all aware both are extremely talented and if they both come to run, it is going to be a great race to watch. With Budby in the 5 box, I think it levels the playing field a bit for Tam and that alone is what is going to make or break this race. I still think Budby breaks ok, and remember he can close from off the pace and win too. The Derby winner is just too much for this field and will take home the win. Tam gives her best again, but once again, it's just second best. Others to consider here, Starla Vintage and Wp's Lonesumdove. Starla is back in grade A and looks to keep the good mojo going. She likes the rail, is in a good post, and is back to breaking a bit. If she can get around the leaders early on, she might have an outside shot in this effort. Lonesumdove has really only one chance here and that is to break. If she can get her nose ahead of the rest, she might even pull off the upset. She is short once getting passed, so being caught in the stretch is a good possibility too. For her the break is critical to how she ends up at the wire. (5-1-3-6)

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Saturday - 9/25/2010

Spot play number 1 is up in the 11th race on the card for Saturday Matinee.

1. Gs Roman (Dodgem By Design - J's Wrinkle Free) is an all out early speed greyhound that heads back to grade A in this effort. Even though the 1 box helps him, the stretch run could be a long night.

2. Howdoyoulikethat (Lonesome Cry - Here's The Thing) might have had a couple of rough trips in a row, but this effort starts from the rail. He can really run from here & normally breaks. If he comes to run, watch out!

3. Yourgood Imgreat (Diamond's For Me - Let's Run To Win) finally gets back inside and that will be a difference maker. He can go to the lead, or come from off the pace. If he is loose, this race is over.

4. Kiowa Vincent (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) will be longshot in this effort, and if he wants to change that, he is going to have to break best. His only chance at gaining some cred, is to hit the lid.

5. Sunsand Fannymay (Lonesome Cry - Sunsands Sienna) is another strong breaker in this field that gets empty post room at the start. Like most she is short late. She needs to be first to the turn.

6. Kiowa Shag Along (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Shag Sue) could be the best of the ankle burners in this race. If he decides to hit it, the race for the lead is over, but the race to the wire is not!

7. Diamond Mia (Get Over - Rooftop Flojo) is a strong closer that likes the outside posts and gets one today. She has not done well in grade A so far, but maybe she is do. Is the post enough? We will see.

8. Vanessa Rousso (Kelsos Fusileer - Ctw Gossip News) will be thinking about going all in as soon as she gets to the stretch. This huge closer can run down almost anyone, but the 8 box is a long way from the rail.

I know he won't be in the early lead in this effort, but I still like Yourgood Imgreat to win this race. He is finally back on the inside part of the racetrack and that is going to play a big role in the outcome of this effort. In his career he has not run out of the money from this post and has won 2 of his last 3 races starting from the 3 box. He has what he needs to win this race. He will break close and show the big early speed greyhounds what he has at the finish line. It might not be too pretty, but a win, is a win, is a win. Dueling it out on the front end and surrendering late should be Kiowa Shag Along and Sunsand Fannymay. Both of these greyhounds can bring it from the starting box, but Shag Along is just a hair better to the turn than Fanny is. What is scary is that this is a matinee and if they get too far away and get some help behind them, either one of this pair could wire this field on the lead. Let's not forget Vanessa Rousso either. She has loads of closing ability and just missed a win 2 races back, but the 8 box is the problem. She loves the rail and will have to work to get there and that might involve trouble. If she can stay clear of complications, she might have an outside shot in the stretch. (3-6-8-5)

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Sunday - 9/26/2010

Capping off the weekend, Sunday Matinee's 7th race offers up spot play number 2.

1. Big Drama (Get Over - Rooftop Flojo) is all about the rail all the time. This closer normally breaks from here and races off with the lead and the win. POST gives her a dramafree effort!

2. Tmc's Bestofshow (Dodgem By Design - Tmc's Pardon Me) has not showed up in grade A as of yet, but the rail post might be a big bonus for her in this effort. Note to self, breaking quickly works too.

3. Mw Springer (Lewis And Wax - Mw's April Rain) might not be winning races, but he has been in the mix in most of the ones that he has run in. From inside or out, from near the lead, he can factor.

4. Kiowa Heart Won (Heart Rumble* - Kiowa Oneofakind) joins the grade A ranks again hot off an almost box to wire win. Breaking quickly is her best attribute, she better not forget that today.

5. Kane's Pawnee (Dodgem By Design - Summer Showers) needs a clean trip in order to show off his talents, unfortunately he starts out this race from the 5 box. Without a break, all I can say is OUCH!

6. Warship (Dragon Fire - Flying Rachel) is about as fast as he wants to be! If he clears close and wants to contend, this could turn into a very interesting race. Let's see where his head is at right now!

7. Gs Tee Up (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) might be a puppy, but he has veteran skills. He can run up front and come from off the pace as well. Breaking from a good post, he could take over early on.

8. Kcon Told You So (Maryville Rumble* - Cafe Queen) has run well in grade A and used her early speed to stay there for a long time. She is short, short, short late and even with the front, no dice today!

I like the easy decisions. No thinking, just typing. Big Drama gets the nod in this race and it is strictly because of the post position. This greyhound is a whole different breed when she gets to start the race wearing the red dress. She loves it inside and has never finished out of the money in any of her 6 career starts from this post. How good is she? Well, she has won 2 in a row and 4 of her last 5 from the 1 box. I'm convinced! You should be too! Gs Tee Up might not have as many starts or trips around the racetrack, but he has the same amount of skill. This Afleet Alex greyhound is clearly a threat and might just have the best raw speed in the bunch. If he does clear from this outside post position, he could be the one to beat in this effort. Mw Springer is the greyhound that just always seems to be around throughout, and at the end of the races. He has not won a start in a while, but he has finished in the money in 8 of his last 10 races in grade A. From a good post position today, he should keep on truckin in this effort. Kcon Told You So has been a good surprise for the PTL Kennel. This greyhound came into Orange Park and took well to the racetrack. She has good early speed and has been parlaying that trait into some good finishes in her races. Against some of the best she has shown that she can hang, today you might just get more of the same. (1-7-3-8)

Eds Budby and Kiowa Trent Tam face off

2010-09-17T14:31:00.000-04:00

Friday - 9/17/2010

Stakes winners, spot plays, and absolute lock is what is in store for you this weekend at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Loads of talent runs thru our 4 feature races on Friday, Saturday Matinee, Saturday Evening, and Sunday Matinee. Three over the shorter distance and one over 660 yards. As always it is going to be exciting to see who comes out on top. Will the early speed flyers wire the field? Or, will the closers prove best in the deep stretch? Make sure to tune in and see the outcome of these terrific events.

Stakes winner up first in the 10th race on the card for Friday Evening at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

1. Smokin Az Becket (Team Record* - Ptl Linda)is a solid grade A competitor that has some good early speed at her disposable. Up against a tough field, she has to break in this effort.

2. Gs Tee Up (Afleet Alex - Gm's Peachykeen) might be a pup but has grade A skills in his arsenal. Here the biggest help is the post. From the rail, it could be rebound, upset, time at Orange Park.

3. Kiowa Ellie (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Mary Tammi) is back up in A, but needs to step up her game in order to contend here. She gets an inside post, and that could be a difference maker.

4. Wiki Letsgetloud (Always Faithful - Not Short Onluck) might not be winning, but has been factoring early and at the wire in grade A. Her break is her best attribute, she will need it tonight.

5. Craigie Ironclad (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Greys Starwishes) is a strong closer that needs to get around near the lead in order to be effective. The 5 box might just be the end to his chances here.

6. Kiowa Vinita (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) JJP Silver Cup winner is a long way from the rail and that could play into this race. Her effort and late speed won't be absent, so expect her to threaten.

7. Orion Lee (Trent Lee - Hurry Hannah) is an early speed machine with 6 wins in 7 starts. Once in front he is tough to take down, and he can win from the outside. He is clearly the one to beat.

8. Gil's Hollywood (Maryville Rumble* - Gil's Run N Rach) has taken to the racetrack nicely and uses his early speed to get around the lead. He is short late, so a HUGE break is the key to his success.

Easy pickings here, well that is if Orion Lee keeps on doing what he has been over the last month. He clearly is the best rusher in the bunch and from this post he will get room to run. As the 6 heads to the rail, bonus space on the racetrack. The only thing he might have to deal with is the 8 dog if he decides to fly from the starting box. Either way he wins the footrace to the turn and should be able to survive late for the win. Trying to run him down will be a talented duo, one old and experienced, and the other new and inexperienced. Both have great talent, but one has proved it with a stakes title. What makes Kiowa Vinita so special is that she just never gives up. No matter what happens she just keeps on coming. No inside post here, for the 1st time in 6 races, so she will have to make the most of what she has. This alone could be the reason for her not to win this effort. If she does get out of the box and stalk the pace throughout, she could easily come out the winner in this effort. The other greyhound mentioned is Gs Tee Up. This puppy out of All-American Afleet Alex might be short on experience, but he is long on talent. He finally gets back inside and that will really help him get a clean run and factor once again in this effort. Forget the last couple of trouble ridden races, and give this great looking youngster another look. He has all the tools, break, rush, and close and will use all of them to factor around the leaders for the duration of this race. Wiki Letsgetloud also gets a look here as the early speeder has a chance to contend with the frontrunners for the lead in this effort. Granted winning is a stretch as she is short late, but holding on in the money is not. Let's see if she is up to the challenge. (7-6-2-4)

Saturday - 9/18/2010

Lock time in the 15th and final race on the card for Saturday Evening at Orange Park.

1. Rum River Queen (Ctw Countin Money - Motley Roxy) has some good news here, she likes the rail and gets it in this race. Breaking is the only way she factors, but it might not even matter against this field.

2. Kiowa Trent Tam (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) has won 4 straight and 3 in a row over 660 since missing the stakes final at 550. She is all rail all the time and this is the 2 box. Let's see if she can beat the champ.

3. Hallo My Pear (Hallo West Acre - Kiowa Chil Cavel) is an even runner over the added distance and was next best last time out. Getting out of the starting box well will go a long way to help him in this one.

4. Lovemewhenimgone (Em's Mac Attack - Js Auntie June) has been running tough as of late, except for her last race, forgetaboutit. From a good middle post, she needs to rebound in this race.

5. Ww Kay Sea (Greys Flamebeau - Ww Kiowa Sister) is a solid chaser over 660, but lacks that closing kick that she shows off over 550. She won't come from off the pace, so she must be close early on.

6. Miss Minerva (Swanson - Trixies Wish) has the closing speed needed to contend late for a money position, besides she is 6 for 6 in the top 4 positions. Streak continues here.

7. Jean's Gypsy (Golddust Memory - Gifted Lex) can put up some impressive races, but she has to want to give her all. Posted well on the outside part of the racetrack, does she show up, or not?

8. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) is the 2010 Orange Park Derby winner who finished 2nd in the Silver Cup and has won back to back races since moving back to 660. Breaking sharply now from a good post, Tam could see her win streak end tonight.

If there was ever a lock quiniela on paper, I guess you would have to say that this race is it. The two best greyhounds over 660 yards are both in this race. Both of them love the starting boxes they have drawn, they both have win streaks going, and they were within .01 seconds of each other in their last efforts. So who wants it more? Who is going to have the edge? I'll take the rested champ and runner up in the Silver Cup, Eds Budby. By the slimmest of margins, Budby, will find a way to get around clear and even if he can't see the lead early on, he has the extra kick needed in the stretch to steal away the win before the finish line. Kiowa Trent Tam is the obvious next choice as she has looked unbeatable as well. Tam loves the rail and is close enough in the 2 box to do some damage. She too has really been coming out of the starting box and has run really tough on the front end. If they both decide to show up at the start of this race, it could be a battle for the ages. Best of the rest heads out to Miss Minerva. She has been running hot as of late and can come from just off the pace if needed to get up into contention. She has not missed the money in 6 efforts in a row and third best is all she is going to be able to get in this effort too. Her steady chase finds her in the money at the wire. Lovemewhenimgone had a rough trip last time out, but should make amends for it in this effort tonight. Previous to that effort, she had been in the cash in 5 races in a row, including a win from a similar post position. She too has something left in the tank in the stretch, and that could be difference if she makes the top 4 at the finish line tonight. (8-2-6-4)

Saturday - 9/18/2010

Up next is the 11th race on the card for Saturday Matinee at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

1. Gs Holly Ho (Rapido Rambo - Gm's Cutie) might be up a grade, or two, in this effort, but she does get her best starting box, so that's a plus. Even though she can close, breaking would too. She must come out running.

2. Jayvan (RaBlazer - Shake My Soul) is on the rail! Do I really need to say more? I guess you can say that she found a phone booth and has put on the red cape. Time to fly home for the victory!

3. Switzler Takeoff (Clappin Thunder - Switzler Firefly) has been on a mission since exiting the stakes. Five straight quinielas from inside post! Wow, another one here with the 3, figure it out!

4. Warship (Dragon Fire - Flying Rachel) is as fast as he wants to be and after an attitude adjustment, he might have his mind back on racing. Fast is all you really need to know, winning is a tough play, but 2nd and 3rd, not!

5. Kiowa Heart Won (Heart Rumble* - Kiowa Oneofakind) might have a rough go of it up two grades in this effort. Breaking and rushing are his best qualities and he will need everything he has in order to get into the mix today.

6. Par Zapster (Lonesome Cry - Rl Zipper) Six efforts in a row in the money is good, but that was in grade C and B. Welcome to grade A, and the top talent. She has what it takes to factor, she just needs to prove it.

7. Kiowa Boyd Bambi (Flying Hydrogen - Kiowa Jup Boyd) is a big time closer that will be making up ground throughout in this effort. Posted well, he just can't take too long to get the engines heated up if he wants a chance to win.

8. Kiowa Fly Lori (Flying Stanley - Sl Cassie Lou) is back in grade A after a big box to wire win in her last effort. She runs her best on, or near, the lead and will have to pop the box again in order to hang around the money to the wire.

Jayvan has to be the one to beat in this race. This greyhound is a whole different kind of running when she gets to start from the rail posts, and surprise, this is the 2 box. She has great closing speed, but seems to break better from the rail starting positions. If she is close early on, the race will be for place today. Switzler Takeoff should be the biggest threat to Jayvan in this effort. Takeoff has really lived up to her name over the last 5 starts where she has not missed the quiniela. She has been breaking well and showing off some closing speed in the process. She was just nosed out in her last effort and really she could be riding high on a grade A win. She has all the tools, is posted up, and is running hot. What more do you want? Warship is another competitor that the leaders should be concerned with in this race. This greyhound has a great name because he is a battler. He is as fast as he wants to be and if he wants to contend for the win in this effort, he will. His drawback is that he is like he is, and it looks like he likes to play around. If he head is not on straight in this effort, he could easily give up the win too in the deep stretch. Either way though, he will provide a fierce challenge for the leaders today. Par Zapster is moving up in grade, but it is hard to ignore 6 efforts in a row in the money. What might be even more impressive is that she has won 2 of her last 4 races. She has a solid break, a big rush, and something still left in the tank in the stretch. If she can get around from the outside post, which might be tough for her, she could take the next step to showing that she belongs in the ranks with the grade A's. (2-3-4-6)

Sunday - 9/19/2010

Capping off the weekend we finish things off in the 11th race on the card for Sunday Matinee.

1. La's Silver (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) has to get back to breaking in this effort and the one box might go a long way in helping her out in her quest. If she fails to get out quickly, it could be a long day!

2. Kiowa Mc Gee (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Wild Color) is just a puppy and is still figuring it all out, but one thing he knows it that he likes the rail! This 2 box will do him wonders in this race. Upset minded, we will see.

3. Wp's Clinton (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) has the best raw speed of anyone in this race and if he gets loose in the open, this race will be over. The post helps, the break and the rest is up to him.

4. Jamboree Frankie (My John Q - Slingshot Mary) might be up a couple of grades, but has shown no signs of slowing down. He has enough early to get into the mix and enough late to contend. Expect his 7th in the money finish in a row.

5. Uss West Coast (Lonesome Cry - Uss Mysterious) is the hottest thing going in this race in grade A. He has won 3 of 6 and has been tough from box to wire in each of his efforts. All he has to do is hit it, and the win will be his to lose.

6. Gs Speedo (Deerfield Site* - Steffie's Charm) ran like he had one on in his last race where he upset the field on the front end. Red hot now with 6 in a row in the money, if he beats the box again, it could be back to back jacks.

7. Kiowa Kay Wilbur (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Kay Kattie) is a solid grade A greyhound that has enough early speed to be dangerous in this race. Post is not in his favor here, long way to the rail, but if he is out front it won't matter. Will he break?

8. Where's Lil Tiny (Lonesome Cry - Cm Lil Bit) has won more races recently than any other greyhound in this field. (4 of 6) The way she gets it done is by BREAKING fast. If she fires to the front, she could upset again.

From the recent results and the competition he has been competing against, Uss West Coast looks like the pick to win in this effort. Forget about the post, he can run from here, and besides breaking quickly is his biggest attribute. All he needs to do is come ready to run, break fast, and the rest will be taken care of. With 3 wins in grade A showing, Uss West Coast is the one to beat. Wp's Clinton gets a notice here as he has the best raw speed of anyone in this field. He is frankly just a bit faster than the rest, but he has to have room to run in order to show off what his momma gave him. If he can't get around the turn, he won't win this effort, but if he does, watch out! Jamboree Frankie is jumping up in class today, but he has the skills to keep on keeping on in this effort. He has not missed the money in 6 straight and in his last 5 in a row he has been 3rd or better the finish line. He is mostly about the early speed, so the break will be critical to him in this effort. Kiowa Mc Gee is a puppy but he seems to show that he has skills to keep up with the veterans on some occasions. The post here plays a huge role in how he is going to perform in this effort. He loves the rail and the 2 box is really close enough to give him a slight edge. If he comes out fast in this race from this great post, it is not out of the realm of possibility that he could steal a win. (5-3-4-2)

Spotplay Money to be Made on Wed Sept 15th

2010-09-16T15:57:00.000-04:00

Ok so everyone know the golden rule, but little of us follow it, you know, only bets certain races that you know you can hit, not all the races.

Well on Wednesday at the Orange Park Kennel Club you could have loaded up on a couple greyhounds and took home, or replunished your stock, of cold hard cash.

In the Matinee some great plays that panned out were Wp's Commodore in the 11th, Changling in the 13th and Kiowa Adara Art in the 14th.

All three greyhound looked to be the one to beat and each didn't disappoint.
Commodore loves to break from the rail and the 3 box was close enough with no speed to his inside.
Changling took to the outside post and was long gone early on, and Art was in grade B and clearly the class of the field.

The action continue on in the night card as well with Gm's Cashman, Kiowa Vic, Rays Pride, Kiowa Trent Tam, and Eds Mark Time.

All of these greyhounds were easy plays for a couple of different reasons.

Gm's Cashman was the Night of Stars winner and was competing in grade B race, enough said.

Kiowa Vic was a solid drop that got a cheaper B field and was due to hit the lid from a good outside post position.

Rays Pride has been a stakes runner here and was competing in grade C.

Kiowa Trent Tam, well if I have to explain it, they you haven't been paying attention. LOL! Only kidding, the best of two over 660 right now, she was doing what she does best and still payed $5 to win.

Last but not least, Eds Budby's brother, Eds Mark Time, got the rail post and put up a second win in a row.

Paylay these easy winners with some others underneath and you could have had a great payday at the racetrack.

Remember that spot plays are useful tools and keep them in mind the next time you are making your wagers.

NEW Jaxkennel Website

2010-09-10T14:24:00.000-04:00

It has been a while since we have updated our website and we are proud to annouce that in the next week or so we will be changing over to the new one!

All of the content remains the same, it has just been updated in a better looking package.

Some things have been moved around a bit, so it might take some time getting used to the new places.

We have also added all of the social media links to the homepage.

Feel free to look around and tell us what you like and don't like about the new site.

http://www.jaxkennel.com/newjk

All comments are welcome.

Thanks for your interest.

Orion Lee Trying for 6 Straight

2010-09-10T12:33:00.000-04:00

Friday - 9/10/2010

The stakes might be over, but the action is still running hot here at the Orange Park Kennel Club. Another great weekend is ahead of us and we will just touch on each of the cards with our featured grade A races for Friday, Saturday Matinee, Saturday Evening, and Sunday Matinee.

Over both 550 and 660 yards, we will feature some good young talent, some streaking greyhounds, some returning to their homes, and the best in the biz. So sit back and enjoy all of the world class greyhound racing this weekend at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Leading off our journey for the weekend, we will take a look at the 10th race for Friday evening.

1. Orion Lee (Trent Lee - Hurry Hannah) is the best rusher in this race and he has won 5 races in a row on the lead. From the one box, can you say out and gone early on? I know you can!

2. Kiowa Kay Sully (Solitary Runner - Sol Happy) is better than her lines show and if she can get some room to run early, watch out! Breaking better would help too. It's up to her tonight.

3. Gs Prada (Get Over - Nicole's Andrea) climbed her way up to grade A, but has had a rough go of it so far. She can close at the end of the race, she just needs to have a better trip. Tonight might be the night.

4. Vanessa Rousso (Kelsos Fusileer - Ctw Gossip News) is a tremendous closer over the 550 yard course, and she likes this post. See win by 7 in 30.37! Just missing last time, she could get up in time here.

5. Kiowa Vincent (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) is all about breaking and runs his best when he is on or near the early lead. He will get room with the empty box, he needs to steal many to win.

6. Kiowa Ellie (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Mary Tammi) is coming back off a rest with a vengeance. Her break has returned and so has her efforts. Hot off a win in grade B, she is poised to makes some noise.

7. Teeshawn (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) you never know what you are going to get with him. He has all the tools to win this race, but is he going to use them. The post will do him no favors tonight.

8. Daycare Ron (Lonesome Cry - Ml Teardrops) was solid in the stakes and just missed the final. He will not dazzle you and winning might be a stretch, but he will contend throughout in this one.

No doubt who I'm going to pick here! I'll go with everyone else and take Orion Lee for the win. Come on he has won 5 races in a row and has the 1 box. He is the best rusher to the turn and once in front he has proven really tough to beat. All he needs to do is run his race, and the win is his. Trying to take him down late will be Vanessa Rousso. She is a super closer over 550 and likes this post. If she can break, she has an opportunity to steal away the win, if not she still might do it from off the pace. We will see. Daycare Ron might be a stretch to win, but he should contend again in this effort. He was tough in the stakes and there are no stakes runners here. He will get room on the outside, he just needs to turn that into another strong effort. Kiowa Ellie get the best of the rest title tonight. She is rested and ready to go and has a couple of things in her favor. The break, the rest, and the post, all of which will aide her into the money again in this race. (1-4-8-6)

Saturday - 9/11/2010

Second up on our trip thru the weekend cards is the 11th race for Saturday Matinee.

1. Jt's Firstaround (Jt's Goesaround - Suznater) has been really running hot as of late and has continued that in his grade A efforts. The post is not a help, but breaking will be. If he can get close, he contends.

2. Kiowa Kay Wilbur (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Kay Kattie) is a strong breaker that likes the rail post positions. Starting from the 2 box is a plus, especially if he can hit it. Upset minded, he could get it done.

3. Switzler Takeoff (Clappin Thunder - Switzler Firefly) is moving back to A in this effort, but she is not stranger. Off the stakes, and off a win, she is ready for this field and might just be the one to beat.

4. Kelsos Puremagic (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelsos Gabriella) is a monster when she gets out of the box and is close to the early leaders in any race. The problem is that you never know when HYDE will show up?

5. Tipp London (Dodgem By Design - Gilded Memory*) has good early speed, but pays for it late in race. She is short in the stretch and recently she has not been breaking as sharp. She needs to find it again here.

6. Rt Pepper (Big Monday - Noah's Pollywog) is riding high off a grade A win in her last effort and hopes to repeat here. If she wants to, she needs to come out running, if not, who knows what will happen.

7. Wp's Clinton (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) might have some trouble in this race if he doesn't break. He loves the rail and might have a rough time getting there. If he does snap the box, he has the tools to win.

8. Gs Shabam (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) has some closing speed and is coming off a win heading into this effort. Moving up in grade might be tough, but if she can clear close, she has a shot at the money late.

Stretching out a bit on this pick, but sometimes you have to go with your gut and what you have seen over the last couple of efforts. With that being said, Switzler Takeoff should be the best choice to win this race. She has been running and closing extremely well over her last couple of weeks of races. She was tough in the stakes rounds and with another advantageous inside post, she gets close early and proves unstoppable late. Another stalker, closer, Jt's Firstaround, needs a look here too. He too has been at the top of his game and has not missed the money in 6 races in a row, including back to back wins 5 races ago. He too can come on late and the 1 box will only help him in this race. If he clears close enough, he too has a shot to win this race. Leading the way early on should be Kiowa Kay Wilbur. This greyhound has loads of speed from the box and when he wants to use it, he can prove pretty tough to take down before the finish line, especially in a MATINEE. The post is working in his favor too, but he still needs to outlast the chasers late if he wants to win. If he gets some help behind him in this effort, it could get done. Now for the wildcard in this race, Wp's Clinton! This greyhound could easily paste this field if the mood suits him, you just never know when that will be. He is all rail all the time and will have to work down to it from the outside in this effort. If he is in front, not problems, if he is not, T-R-O-U-B-L-E. So just in case, you have to put him in somewhere. (3-1-2-7)

Saturday - 9/11/2010

Now for the distance feature race for the weekend, coming your way in the 15th for Saturday Evening.

1. Gs Ahlynn (Rapido Rambo - Gm's Cutie) can run this far and has done well in the past. Sat in the box last time out and really needs to break here. Her biggest hurdle tonight, the post position.

2. Miss Minerva (Swanson - Trixies Wish) back in grade A after a good win in her last effort. She is posted up tonight on the rail and has enough late speed to contend. Can she stay clear of early trouble? that is the question here.

3. Starla Vintage (Fuzzys Cannon - Instant Vintage) is better than her last couple of races show. Here she is back inside and that could be a difference maker. From the lead or from behind, she is a threat to win.

4. On The Fly (Dodgem By Design - Ww Ellen's Time) had won 5 of 6 races! She is tough on the lead and if she breaks here, she will be the one to beat. Midtrack, no problem, but she must be close early to win.

5. Candy Girl (Flying Penske - Solitary Flyer) has to be around early to be effective, just like she was in her last race. She just missed there and if she can come out running, she might be again tonight. It depends on her early effort.

6. Kiowa Trent Tam (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) was the best over 660 before the stakes, and returned with a win last time out. She has it all. Break, rush, speed, close, and determination. The choice tonight!

7. Tipsy Brutus W (Tipsy Character - Jetstar Streaker) is a big time closer that will be coming on at the end of the race. His problem is that he waits too long sometimes. The post is in his favor, so tonight, you never know.

8. Lady Gator (Get Over - Rooftop Flojo) is the big ???? in the field. Can she break? Can she get the lead? If she does, she might even win! She is just so inconsistent that it is tough to get a fix on her!

Easy pick in this race, let's take the best greyhound over 660 yards in the last couple of months, Kiowa Trent Tam. Moving back to 660 from 550, she should be breaking quicker and that is just more bad news for the rest of the field. The only real thing that she might have to worry about in this effort is the post positions. She like it on the rail better, but she should be up front early and should be able to move where she wants to be on the racetrack. From the lead, or from just off the pace, she gets it done again tonight. Candy Girl is looking for another big break, and effort, in this race and I think she is up to the task. She likes to come from those middle to outside post and the 5 box is right in her comfort zone. If she doesn't hit the mark early, you can forget about her in this effort. On The Fly was the Queen while Trent Tam was away at the stakes, and now if she wants the crown back, she is going to have to take it. She too is a breaker, rusher, closer, but she needs to be close to the early leaders in order to be effective. The post is no problem for her. Tonight she just needs to want it again, and that could be the difference at the finish line. Gs Ashlynn gets a tough post draw and if she goes wide too early on, she might just take herself out of this race. She needs to get out there, but the best way to get that accomplished is by breaking quickly from the starting box. She has had success from here in the past though, 7 of 8 in the money, including 3 wins. (6-5-4-1)

Sunday - 9/12/2010

Capping off the weekend we take a look at the 11th race on the card for Sunday Matinee.

1. Kiowa Sue Manny (Kiowa Mon Manny - Kiowa Sweet Sue) can run a bunch when she is close and the 1 box is the wrong place for her to be in this effort. She is wide, wide, wide. This could be a long day.

2. Kiowa Mc Gee (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Wild Color) jumped to grade A undefeated, but has had a rough growing up process. With a break out A win last time out from a similar post, the light bulb might be turned on again here.

3. La's Silver (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) has won 2 of her last 4 races since exiting the stakes event early. She has great early speed and has to be in the front to win. A big break will be needed in this effort.

4. Gm's Chicago (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) just missed making the stakes final with some spirited runs in qualifying. His break is his best attribute and he needs to hit it here. If he does see the lead, he contends for the win.

5. Fth Chinook Wind (Dodgem By Design - Cm Lil Bit) showed that the rest has done him well as he pasted a grade A field in his return effort. He did get help there though, but the outside post and his late speed get him into contention.

6. Kiowa Kay Share (Solitary Runner - Sol Happy) didn't fare well in the stakes rounds, but has rebounded nicely since her exit. She has been breaking better and closing like a monster. No matter the lead, she will be a threat to win it late.

7. Where's Lil Tiny (Lonesome Cry - Cm Lil Bit) is all about the break and if she is not in the early lead, she is usually fades out of contention. If she does see the front, she is as fast as she wants to be. Winning 3 of 4 , the hot meter is burning up, but can she get it done in grade A?

8. Tam Ellie Eye (Trent Lee - Princo Gator Eye) has shown some early speed since arriving at Orange Park, but will need a tip top effort to contend against this talented field. The post is the worst part. This all rail runner will need to find a route to the rail in order to factor.

I really don't care how well the greyhounds did in the stakes, frankly because this is not the stakes, and these are not stakes greyhounds, so let's go with Kiowa Kay Share. Kay Share has loads of late speed and when I tell you that no lead is safe, I mean NO LEAD is safe. She can easily pick up anyone in this race if she wants to and if he decides to break quickly, the race will be for place. Gm's Chicago should be the one that Kay Share is trying to catch at the end of this effort. You need to forget his last effort as he was on the way to the lead and got into a mess at the first turn. Before that he has been solid from start to finish and he will return to that form in this effort. Once in front he could be tough to take down, but I believe that Kay Share is up to the challenge. Kiowa Mc Gee is an interest prospect in this effort. Finally showing just what he can do, the inside post gives him an opportunity to post up back to back winning efforts. He has not broken quickly in a while now and might be due to do so in this race. If he can be around the pace, he has an outside shot at the win today. Fth Chinook Wind gets a look here for a couple of reasons. He is running on fresh legs and is coming off a huge victory in this last effort. I know he got a benefit at the 1st turn, but he was already in the lead and would have won the race anyways. Here with room early on with the empty post and enough closing speed to get into the mix, even without the lead, he will do what needs to be done to find the money. (6-4-2-5)

2010 James J Patton Silver Cup Finals Race Breakdown

2010-09-02T15:37:00.000-04:00

Saturday - 9/4/2010

On Saturday Evening at the Orange Park Kennel Club the 11th race on the card will be the finals of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup. This race is going to be great to watch as he have loads of talent and the way the posts drew out, this could be anyone's race to win.

Remember too that we will be giving away Scratch-Off Tickets were every card is a winner of a cash voucher, food, or other prizes here at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Now let's look into this final round field a bit more closely.

1. Kiowa Vinita (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) might have draw the best post of any of the greyhounds and she got to pick last. She loves it down here and even though she is not the best breaker, she might be able to get some room early on so that she can close late. Her best skill is coming on in the later part of the race. Keys for her will be staying on the rail, and patience. Wait till you can get room to rush late, and that might see you factor at the wire.

2. Comedrinkwithme (Dauntless - Instant Vintage) was the point leader in the stakes with 3 wins in 4 rounds and also draws a pretty good starting box. He likes the rail and seems to get out of the box well from the inside positions. He has enough late speed to run with anyone here and if he breaks quick, the outcome could already be decided. Helping him out is the box next door. Paddy goes wide, which means even more room for him at the break. The key for him is just coming out close. If he is in contention early, it will be tough to beat him to the finish line.

3. Paddy Whacker (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) is the 2010 JGR Puppy Stakes winner and arguably has the best raw speed in the bunch. The only problem for him in this effort is the post. He is a wide side runner that likes to cruise around the track out there and has to start from in here. The only saving grace for him might be his effort in the 1st round of the stakes. He had the same 3 box he has here and posted up a monster box tow ire win. The key to his success, BREAKING! He has not gotten around close in 3 rounds in a row. A solid break tonight, could put him back into the winner's circle in this effort.

4. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) has already accomplished something just by making the finals of this race in his 14th official start. This puppy is the real deal and can win from on or off the early pace. He has good closing speed and is speaking loudly for his sire, and 2007 All-American, Afleet Alex. This guy might have some growing up to do in this effort though. The post is a tough one for him as Paddy is bigger and will be coming his way early on in this effort. If he can break, and can miss the early trouble, he has the skills to win this race. Keys for him are, breaking, rushing, and to keep on coming. If he stays true to what he has been doing, and forgets about the situation, he could be an upset winner.

5. Raiders Bart (Dodgem By Design - Raiders Azeri) is always underrated and really needs to start being recognized for how good he really is. This greyhound has won 9 of his last 16 races and once in front, he is so tough to take off the lead. The 5 box is doing him no favors in this race, but if he breaks it really won't matter all that much. He is not just a frontrunner either. He can close too and challenge in the stretch. Keys for him are frankly, getting out of the box well and getting some room to rush the turn in. If he can continue to keep up the pace, he could have an outside shot.

6.Leading Steps (Lonesome Cry - Tk Ashira) is the best breaking in the bunch and will most likely be the one to catch in this effort. He is competing in his 3rd stakes final in a row and he has finished in the money in the 2 previous ones. He was nosed out for the win in the Night of Stars feature race and this time around he is looking to hold on at the wire for the win. If he breaks like he can, he will be unabated to the lead in this effort. The key to him winning this race is really, really, easy, JUST BREAK! All he has to do is steal 20 on the field, and get some help behind him, and he could be the new champion.

7. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) really stepped up his game in the rounds and has proven that he belongs in the conversation with the rest of the greyhounds in this field. He is so very tough on the lead and has never been caught from behind in any effort where he has been in front. He likes to break outside too, so the second O'Donnell greyhound has a very good post as well. The key for him in this final round race is getting out of the box. He has to break in order to be effective and that might be tough with Steps right next door. If he can clear 2nd, he might just be able to outlast Steps late in this race.

8. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) finally took to the shorter distance and made a 550 yard stakes final in his 3rd try. This winner of the 2010 Orange Park Derby is better known for his 660 yard prowess, but in this stakes as least, he has broke close, closed well, and has challenged over 550 too. The post is really what is throwing him for a loop in this effort. This greyhound is all rail all the time and starts out from the outside of outside posts. He is going to have to work hard to get there and that could delay his close at the end of the race. The key for him is getting out of the box. If he can stalk the early pace to his inside and get room to run, no one might be able to match him in the stretch.

So now how is this race going to play out? For me I like Leading Steps to hit the mark from the box and take early command of this race. No greyhound has been better to the early lead, and Steps will prove that he is the one to catch again tonight. Comedrinkwithme gets room early as Paddy Whacker, Whacks Really Xtreme at the break as he tries to get outside. Raiders Bart should also be around early as he follows the speed to the turn. Kiowa Vinita also gets room on the rail and sticks to it as they head up the frontstretch. Eds Budby heads to the rail at the break and finds Kiowa Top Design in the way of the progress. As they approach the turn Steps should be clear of the competition in the lead as Comedrinkwithme and Raiders Bart are closely chasing behind. Paddy Whacker has finally made it outside and should be staring to make a move, as Kiowa Vinita hugs the rail. Xtreme, Top Design, and Budby are trying to overcome the early trouble. Down the backside Steps stretches out the lead a bit and by the far turn he is still in command. Down the stretch is where things will get interesting. Steps will be fighting to get to the wire and the closers, and even the chasers will be coming. The closer Steps gets, the shorter the lead becomes. In the deep stretch, Steps finally surrenders to the competition. Comedrinkwithme pulls on by for the win, Steps hold on in a game second place finish as Paddy Whacker and Raiders Bart contend for the rest. (2-6-3-5)

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2010-08-31T15:45:00.000-04:00

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Semi-Finals of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup

2010-08-30T13:57:00.000-04:00

Monday - 8/30/2010

The field has been whittled down once again for the Semi-Finals of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup and three races, 24 greyhounds, remain with a shot to make it into the elite 8 and have a shot at the title on Saturday evening September 4th.

The points have spread out once again after the third round and the top 16 remaining are all within a win of taking the lead in points for the stakes. The finishes in the semi-final will play a big role in who has a shot to run on Saturday, so tonight is going to feature some very interesting races.

The fun gets underway in the 7th race on the card in the first of three stakes events on the card.

1. Gm's Dale (Deerfield Site* - Steffie's Charm) is an early speed monster that gets the bonus of the rail post in this effort. This greyhound pays for it in the stretch though as he is short, short, short at the wire. If he wants to win, he needs to steal 20 and get some help behind.

2. Daycare Ron (Lonesome Cry - Ml Teardrops) might not be winning races, but he has been competitive in all of his stake attempts. Here from another great post, he will make up ground throughout and factor once again.

3. Comedrinkwithme (Dauntless - Instant Vintage) is a strong closer that has already won 2 of the 3 rounds of the stakes. He can break or close and likes to race from this part of the track. If he gets close early, no one will be able to stop him late.

4. Miss Romy (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) needs the rail in order to be effective and it might be a task from this 4 box. If she can get clear, she is a tough as anyone in this field. From the lead or from behind she is a threat. Watch out if she wants to go.

5. Kiowa Shag Along (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Shag Sue) is all about the early speed and needs to hit the lid in order to be effective. Here from the 5 box he will have room, but even on the lead he might get caught. He needs a win if he wants a shot to move on.

6. Howdoyoulikethat (Lonesome Cry - Here's The Thing) draws another tough post in this race and his effort will all depend of whether he can get to the rail or not. He has some closing speed and he will need it in order to rebound. If everything goes his way, he might have a shot to win.

7. Ww Kay Sea (Greys Flamebeau - Ww Kiowa Silver) has closed extremely well over the 550 yard course, but she still needs room in order to get the engines revved up late. Her problem is not letting the lead get too long, or the closing will be a moot point in the stretch.

8. Kelsos Spiffy (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelsos Gabriella) is coming off a huge win in her last effort from a similar post position. Her key there, and tonight, is getting out of the starting box. When she is close, she is serious, without the lead she has been suspect on occasion. It's all about her desire here!

Well if breaking is the to Kelsos Spiffy's success in this effort, her post and surroundings should get her off to a great start in this effort. First, she likes it out here, second she has a slow breaking greyhound next to her, and third the greyhound inside of that is going straight to the rail when the box opens up. So, that all leads to one thing, she will have ALL kinds of room at the start of this race. All she has to do is be around the lead early, not in the lead, in order to have a good shot at the win. With all of these things going in her favor, not to mention her last effort, she should be the one to beat tonight. This won't be a walk in the park though as Comedrinkwithme is also a closer and has shown that he can win stakes rounds too. He was the last undefeated greyhound in this stakes, winning rounds 1 and 2, and gets another inside post position for the fourth straight round. If he decides to COME out early, this could be quite a battle in the stretch. Leading the way early on will most likely be Gm's Dale. Dale has shown great early speed and has not been beat to the turn in back to back qualifying races. His drawback is that he is short in the stretch and will be once again in this effort. Helping his out is the post position. Gotta love that one box, now if he could just get some help behind him, he might have an shot at an upset. Miss Romy is the other name not to be forgotten about in this effort. She is the only previous stakes finalist in this field and if she gets loose, she is as fast as anyone here. She has the skills to win with or without the lead in any race and like most, she just needs to have a clean trip and want to run in order to contend. It would not be out of the realm of possibility for her to steal away the win in this effort. (8-3-1-4)

The 2nd of 3 stakes events takes place in the 1st half of the Forced out Twin-Trifecta in race 10.

1. Kiowa Vinita (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) has shown some good closing speed in the stakes and has not finished out of the money yet. Hot off a win, and post in another rail post, she might be upset minded tonight.

2. Gm's Chicago (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) was hot heading into the stakes and posted up a big win in round one. Clear from trouble and with the lead he is very tough to take down. He needs to find in break again tonight if he wants a chance to keep going in the stakes.

3. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) might be the Derby Champ, but he has been running strong over 550 too. With a win, and 2 other starts in the money, he is a threat for the finals. The rail post and all out late speed in this effort might earn him a spot.

4. Citation Cam (Flying Penske - Ctw Miss Kelly) is a cagey veteran that has competed in several stakes races. She know how to contend and take home a win or two in the process. So far none in this stakes, but the rounds aren't done yet. If she breaks, tonight might just be her night to shine.

5. Miss Kate (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) must come out of the box well in this effort. Nothing less will give her a chance to post up a victory. She runs her best near the lead, and finds way too much trouble without it. All she has to do is want to run, and it could be time to win again.

6. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) has been on a mission in his last couple of races. He has been breaking best and leaving fields in the lurch. He gets another good post here and it might be 3-peat in this effort.

7. Raiders Bart (Dodgem By Design - Raiders Azeri) is a solid competitor that has been a threat in each and every round of the stakes so far. No matter the post, or competition, Bart will come to run and be a threat throughout again in this effort.

8. Kiowa Trent Tam (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) has done really well in this stakes over the shorter distance, but is a long way from her beloved rail tonight. She needs to find a way inside, but if she can, she will contend for the win once again.

Speed is the key to success once again in this effort and no one has been speeder from the starting box than Kiowa Top Design. WOW, this greyhound has really come into his down has of late and has started to consistently break during the rounds. Once in front he has been tough on the lead and should prove some again in this effort. I'm not saying that his lead won't dwindle with all of the closing power chasing him, but he should steal enough early on to win for the third straight time. Speaking of closers, the best in the field might just be Eds Budby. Noted for his longer distance prowess, Budby has done surprisingly well in this 550 yards stakes. Helping along his way in the semis will be the post position. Budby loves it on the rail and should make up ground throughout again to challenge for the win at the wire. Raiders Bart is the solid chaser that will be forcing the pace from box to wire in this effort. He lines up right next to the big early speeder and will have someone to contend with for the duration of this event. If he can get ahead of the rest at any point in this effort, this race could be his to lose. Kiowa Trent Tam has to be respect here despite the post position. She is a long, long, long way from the rail, but with 6 straight quiniela trips, she cannot be forgot about in this race. Over 550 she has closing gears and has been breaking very well against some early speed machines. If she can get room early and find a way inside, she will factor in the hunt at the wire. (6-3-7-8)

Capping off the evening stakes events, the 11th race on the card is the 3rd and final race of the semis.

1. Leading Steps (Lonesome Cry - Tk Ashira) needs to get back to what he does best, BREAKING! He sat in the box in his last effort and ended a run of back to back in the money efforts in the stakes. He needs to win to move on, so hitting the lid is the ONLY option.

2. Switzler Takeoff (Clappin Thunder - Switzler Firefly) has closed well in the last couple rounds of the stakes and finds herself in an advantageous post position at the start of this effort. If she can get round close, she might just find a way into the cash again tonight.

3. Kiowa Vanessa (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) made the most of those 1 boxes in the last 2 races. This is not the 1 box, but if she breaks like she did in those 2 races, she will be a factor on the front end to the wire again. Holding on for the win might be a stretch, but you never know.

4. Kiowa Trent Tovi (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) is riding high of a win last time and needs to parlay that into another strong effort in this race. He has good closing speed, is close to the rail that he loves in this effort. All he needs to do is come out close to the early leaders, and his dreams might come true.

5. Klarissa (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) has shown some early speed in the stakes, but has proved to be just too short in the stretch to really factor for the win in any effort. Once again in with the best the racetrack has to offer, she needs to find a way to get the front early or it could be all over.

6. Paddy Whacker (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) might just be the fastest greyhound in the stakes, but if he wants another stakes title, he has to make the finals first. Posted well here, he just needs to come out better in order to drive up and challenge at the finish line for the win.

7. Mr. Clark (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) draws another good post to start out this race and his effort is in direct coloration to his break. When he is close early he is as fast as he wants to be, but if he gets too far behind he usually finds trouble. If he wants to break, he could challenge for the lead & the win tonight.

8. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) might be a puppy but he is running well beyond his years. With 8 wins and 11 quinielas in his 12 career starts, he is a man, especially from the outside. With a solid break and closing gears late, he might be the best this field has to offer.

No matter who breaks to the lead in this race I think the true battle comes down to the best two late speed greyhounds in this race. Really Xtreme and Paddy Whacker are the greyhounds that should contend for the win tonight. Both greyhounds have unbelievable raw speed and both can come from off the pace to get up for the win in the later stages of this race. Both greyhounds also get to start from a great post position and will have to do nothing to get to where they want to be on the racetrack. Either one of this duo could break too and then it might just get really ugly around here. In this effort it might just come down to once simple fact that will determined the winning of this race, WHO WANTS IT MORE! Now for the breaking part of the equation, Kiowa Vanessa. She has come out best in her last two races in a row and tonight, even though it is not the one box, she will continue the trend. Holding on has been a problem in the past and against this talented field, it will be again. She will give her all though and run as far as she wants on the lead, once past, she will fade back but should still stay in the money at the finish line. Now for the wildcard, Mr. Clark. Ok, so it's a homer pick, but really I do have some facts behind my selection. He likes to break from the outside and gets another strong post here in the 7 box. He has good early speed, when he wants to break, and if he comes out running he will be ahead of the big dogs to either side of him heading to the turn. He has been running well as of late too with a win and a second place finish in 3 rounds of the stakes. I know this is a huge mountain to climb, but if he sticks to the mantra of I think I can, I think I can, I think I can, it might just turn into I KNOW I CAN. (8-6-3-7)

Kay Smith Time in Round 3

2010-08-30T13:50:00.002-04:00

Since Kay Smith's name has not been brought up in a while, I guess her puppies wanted to show that it needed to be. So how did they get that accomplished, but dominating the 3 round of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup.

Kiowa was a name that was seen on the top of 3 of the 4 qualifying rounds and they also finished 2nd in two of those starts.

With that being said, no one was more impressive on the evening than the greyhound not named Kiowa that won a round.

Kelsos Spiffy took over early on in the 11th on the card and never looked back. Although she couldn't really shake loose of Really Xtreme in this effort, she maintained her lead throughout and crossed the finish line comfortable ahead of the rest of the field. What was most impressive about this effort was the time. A 30.33 second clocking is really fast considering Really Xtreme's time of 30.49 seconds in second place would have won any of the other races on the card. When this greyhound wants to run, she is dangerous and she proved it again in the 3rd round.

Of the Kiowa winning trio, Kiowa Top Design was the standout. In the 10th race on the card he did what he does best, break to the lead, and dominated the field all the way to the finish line. This race was over early on as he maintained his 5 length advantage throughout and crossed the finish line in a speedy 30.55 romp. Runner up here was another Kiowa greyhound. Trent Tam finished 2nd once again, for the 3rd straight race, try as he might he just couldn't gain on the leader. This win was Top Design's second in a row in the stakes and if he keeps breaking like this, he might have something to say in the semi-finals and beyond in the stakes.

The other pair of winners were also named Kiowa, but they took home their victories in a b it of a different fashion. Kiowa Trent Tovi in the 7th and Kiowa Vinita in the 9th both closed from off the pace to get up in the stretch for the win.

Post played a big role in Kiowa Trent Tovi's victory. This greyhound is all rail all the time and finally got close enough to the rail to be effective in this effort. Breaking besides the quick starter, Kiowa Vanessa, in the 1 box, he had all kinds of room on the rail to rush up to stalking position at the 1st turn. From that point on he just kept on getting closer and closer to the lead, and in the stretch he proves just too much for her and stole away the win from his fellow Kay Smith counterpart as she drifted wide in the stretch.

Kiowa Vinita race a similar race, but was under a bit more pressure in the stretch. Gm's Dale exploded to the lead in the 9th race and stole away a big margin early on. But as the end of the race approached, that lead evaporated with every step the closers took. By the stretch Vinita was on a mission, but so was the 2010 Orange Park Derby Winner, Eds Budby. Both greyhounds were giving their all in each and every step they took, but only one could come out a winner and that place belonged to Vinita at the wire. A slim length better than Budby at the finish line. All in all a great determined win, and as you know a win by 1 or 100 lengths is still a win.

Semi-finals of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup run on Monday evening Aug 30th at the Orange Park Kennel Club. Three races remain as the top 24 vie for a spot in the elite 8 and a chance at the title on Saturday evening September 4th.

Scratch-Off Ticket Promotion at OP

2010-08-25T15:38:00.000-04:00

Saturday evening September 4th at the Orange Park Kennel Club is going to be a hopping good time at the racetrack.

Not only is this the finals of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup, we will also be running our SCRATCH OFF TICKET promotion.

The first 1,000 people 18 years of age and older will receive a scratch off ticket, and did I mention that EVERY TICKET IS A WINNER!

No matter if you are first or last, your ticket will win you something here at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Prizes include:

$20 Betting Voucher
$5 Betting Voucher
$2 Betting Voucher
Small Pepsi
Orange Park Program
Hot Dog

So make your reservations early, because with all of this free stuff being handed out and the finals of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup, Saturday evening September 4th is going to be extra busy at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

3rd Round 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup

2010-08-24T17:00:00.000-04:00

Friday - 8/27/2010

The fields have gotten shorter, but the competition has gotten greater here in the 3rd round of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup.

Here in the quarter-finals, there is only 4 races and 32 greyhound left in the competition left and each and every point is needed if you hope to move on in the stakes.
Only one greyhound remains undefeated, Comedrinkwithme from DQ, but there is still a log jam at the top of the standings with 4 greyhounds tied for second, 6 greyhounds tied for third, and three more within a few points of joining the rest.

So buckle up and get ready for some great greyhound racing here in the third round.

The first of the four events comes our way in the 7th race on the card for Friday evening.
1. Kiowa Vanessa (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) upset the field and posted the fastest time of the night in round 2 from this very same post. If she hits the lid again, it could be a repeat performance.

2. Kiowa Trent Tovi (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) is faring well so far in the stakes even though it has been at 550 yards. Here he finally draws a rail post and that should up the ante. Cashing in? Maybe.

3. Hanks Diana (Lonesome Cry - Dolly Madison) has had a couple of rough trips in the stakes. If railer post might get her out better in this effort, and trust me, she needs it. If she does break, she could contend.

4. Sunsand Fannymay (Lonesome Cry - Sunsands Sienna) is slowly finding her break again and it is happening against the best at the racetrack. Two tries, two in the money efforts. Three-peat?

5. Cayenne Ferrari (Dodgem By Design - Cayenne Jet) was posted last time out and failed to fire, here from the 5 box things are going to be tougher. He still has the late speed to challenge, he just needs to get the engine revved up.

6. Citation Cam (Flying Penske - Ctw Miss Kelly) is doing what she does best, breaking and factoring throughout in her races. Here she might have enough early to even get the lead. If she makes it there she could be upset minded.

7. Miss Kate (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) a tale of two races for Kate. A fall, and a win. In each she was in the hunt early, look for more of the same, especially from the same box in her third straight race.

8. Switzler Takeoff (Clappin Thunder - Switzler Firefly) ran a huge race last time out despite being up a grade competition wise. The one box helped out that effort a ton, but she can run from out here too. Being close early will determine how she finishes.

This race should be a very interesting one up front. There are several greyhounds in this race that can break sharply and have the opportunity to steal the lead, and the win, away from the rest of this field. If they all decide to come out running, it could be quite the cluster at the first turn. So who has the advantage, well let's go with the posted up hot hands. Kiowa Vanessa might like to race wide, but from the rail post she really comes out of the starting box in a hurry, especially as of late. In 2010 she has three red blanket efforts and they include a pair of wins and a second place finish. Also working for her is that she is not just an early speed greyhound either, even without the front end she can come from just off the pace to win races too. All she has to do tonight is be around the lead and she should come home a back to back winner. Miss Kate is the other posted up early speed greyhound. I know she is all rail all the time, but like the rest of her litter, she loves to rush up on the outside and move to the rail to contend. She too is coming off a win in round two and it came from the same 7 box she has in this race. Like her counterpart she is not just early speed either, she too can close a bit when needed. If she does get her nose in front in this effort, this field might have a tough night ahead of them. Citation Cam is the cagey veteran and always has to be accounted for. You never know when she is going to hit the lid and leave a field in her dust, and since it hasn't happened in the stakes so far, and she needs the points, everyone better watch out. Just missing last time out, tonight could be her night to show up. Kiowa Trent Tovi might get overlooked here, but there are a couple of things to remember. This is the first rail post position this greyhound has had in a long time, he has taken well once again to the 550 yard course, and he has enough late speed to take down all the early speeders at the finish line if he gets around close. Don't forget about him in this effort. He might not get up for the win, but factoring with everyone at the wire is a distinct possibility. (1-7-6-2)

Race 9 on the card is the second of four stakes races on the card in the quarter-finals.

1. Leading Steps (Lonesome Cry - Tk Ashira) is the best early speed greyhound in this race and maybe the whole stakes. His only drawback is that he can be caught late, and the big closers lurk to his outside tonight.

2. Daycare Ron (Lonesome Cry - Ml Teardrops) has not missed the money in 6 straight and has run well so far in the stakes. The post will help against this stronger field and he might just keep the streak intact here.

3. Kiowa Vinita (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) has been a solid factor in grade A and that has translated well to the stakes rounds. She can run from anywhere as long as she breaks close, with some close she could contend again.

4. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) stole a win on the lead in round 1, but came back to closing form in round two. He was a late threat, but not for the win. If he wants to steal away the victory, he has to come out quicker.

5. Gm's Dale (Deerfield Site* - Steffie's Charm) is the other big time early speed greyhound in this field, but the 5 box is not his best place to start from. He has been short in both rounds and will be again here. If he wants to make the money again, he must come out running.

6. Gs Ashlynn (Rapido Rambo - Gm's Cutie) is a big closer over the short distance. She likes it wide and is posted up well in this race. She needs to get back to winning if she wants a chance to move on in the stakes.

7. Miss Romy (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) will have to make due here without her beloved rail. She has just missed twice so far in two rounds of the stakes. If she can clear close, she might be able to upset at the finish line.

8. Howdoyoulikethat (Lonesome Cry - Here's The Thing) always seems to find the money in his races at the OPKC. Here he is a long way from the rail, so the break will be extra important to him. If he can get out well, he should be around at the finish line again.

The ninth trip around the racetrack should be a tale of two races. One early, and the other one late. No doubt at all in my mine who is going to the early lead in this race, Leading Steps. Even though he missed his break last time out, he put on a huge rush and still made the lead at the first turn. It did take a lot out of him though as he came up short in the deep stretch. Here he is posted up extremely well and if he breaks like he can in this effort, from this post, he is going to have a ton on the rest of this field early on. The only question that remains in this race is, Can he hold on at the wire for the win? Maybe, but if he does he would have done it over some very strong closing greyhounds. The 2010 Orange Park Derby winner Eds Budby and the 2010 Orange Park Derby Finalist Gs Ashlynn might just have something to say about it. Both greyhound posses huge closing ability over the shorter distance and if either of them can get around close, Leading Steps will not post up a win tonight. Both have the ability to win at this level of competition over this distance and on occasion both have broke well over the shorter distance. How they finish tonight is up to them as both get to start from fairly decent post positions. Miss Romy has to be considered a threat as well. Even though she is not on the rail, she can come on with the best of them late at win races. She can break too, but you can't count on that. The thing you can count on will be the effort. She is going to give her all. Will it be enough to break out of the second place slot? We will see. (4-1-6-7)

More stakes racing action in the 10th race, which happens to be the first half of the Forced out Twin-Trifecta.

1. Ahk Lady Deanna (Coldwater Keelin - C Ya Martinique) is an even runner that has just not gotten out of the box all that well in the stakes rounds. Third race in a row with an inside post, Deanna needs to find that break, or leave the stakes.

2. Comedrinkwithme (Dauntless - Instant Vintage) is the only undefeated greyhound left in the stakes. He has won from the lead and from off the pace. He loves the rail and this is the 2 box. On top of his game, he is going to be tough to beat.

3. Paddy Whacker (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) has looked different in each race. In a tough post in round one, box to wire, in a great post last time, box sitting, and not winning. Here from the inside again, he needs to come out running.

4. Kiowa Kay Share (Solitary Runner - Sol Happy) is a strong closer that just has not gotten around cleanly in either of her stakes attempts, and from the 4 box it might just be 3 races in a row. If she does wake up, look out for her in the stretch.

5. Kiowa Trent Tam (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) has taken the jump to 550 well and has threatened in each of her stakes starts. This time out she is away from her beloved rail and will have to work a bit harder. If she breaks close, she will be there at the finish line.

6. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) has some good early speed skills and wired the field on the lead in round 2. Here she is outside again and if she hits the mark early, she might be in position to post back to back victories.

7. Gm's Chicago (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) is all about the early speed too and should be challenging for the early lead in this effort. He is not that short late, so if he comes to break and run, he might be a contender throughout.

8. Klarissa (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) got a free pass in round one to a second place effort, but found the going harder from the middle boxes in round 2. Here back outside in the 8 box, she might get around better and she needs to finish well to move on.

Tough to pick against the undefeated greyhound, so I WON'T! Comedrinkwithme is a double threat and can win with or without the early lead in any race. What is making him even more dangerous in this effort is that all of the early speed is away from him on the outside part of the racetrack. He also gets a double bonus with the post position. Why? First he loves the rail and the 2 box is close enough to the rail to be feeling enough at home to win, second Paddy Whacker is next door and is as wide as the house. He will move to the outside part of the racetrack at the break and give Comedrinkwithme all kinds of room to rush the turn. Granted he might not even make the early lead, but at the finish line he will be the winner. Next up the aforementioned Paddy Whacker. This greyhound is just pure guts around the racetrack and no matter what happens to him, what post position he has, or how many lengths he might be behind the competition, he just keeps on coming. He will never give up or never give in and that is the reason that everyone likes him. Here he just can't get left too far behind early on, like he did in his last race, if he wants a chance to take home another stakes win. Now for the early speed, leader, portion of our program. Kiowa Top Design should have that covered and the reason being, the outside post position. He loves it out here and breaks well when he is away from the crowd. He is running high of his last race too, where he put the hurting on Paddy Whacker and the rest of the field on the front end. Holding off the competition late tonight, could be his biggest hurdle. Kiowa Trent Tam might rank further up the ladder in this effort, but the 5 box is a big drawback. She loves the rail and will have to find room early on in order to get there. Closing is what she does best though, so even with trouble she should be able to rebound somewhere into the money at the finish line. If she does decide to hit it, she could be upset minded in this effort. (2-3-6-5)

Capping off the stake rounds for the evening, we tune into the 11th race on the card.

1. Kiowa Shag Along (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Shag Sue) gets the best post draw that she can in this effort. She is a whole different greyhound from this post. She is an early lead machine from here, and can even wire them on the lead. See round 1 where she just missed.

2. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) might be a puppy, but has been running like a stakes vet. This greyhound is the real deal and the best from 2003 All-American Afleet Alex. He can really run from the front, from behind, from where ever. Posted up again, he's a big threat.

3. Yo My Delbert (My Zapper - My Cattie Breeze) might not have the pedigree or name recognition of the rest of the big wigs, but he has been holding his own in the money so far in the stakes. This field is tougher though, so he will need to be at his best tonight.

4. Ww Kay Sea (Greys Flamebeau - Ww Kiowa Sister) came from nowhere to win in the 2nd round and showed some good late speed in round number 1 too. Midtrack is not a problem, but if they steal too much early she won't be able to win. She needs to be closer early to have a shot.

5. Raiders Bart (Dodgem By Design - Raiders Azeri) was on fire before the stakes and has continued that hot running right into the rounds. With a win and a second by a nose, he has been an all out force. Breaking well again here, he should be a factor throughout again tonight.

6. Mr. Clark (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) finally broke in round 2 and held on at the finish line to steal away the win. Tonight he starts from the same box and looks to give a repeat performance. Whatever happens, he needs to break well in order to contend.

7. Kelsos Spiffy (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelsos Gabriella) needs to forget about the last trouble ridden race and get back to contending. Mostly she is a closer and seems to like it outside. BONUS! So if she can get out of the box at all in this effort, she might have a shot to upset.

8. Smokin Snoopy (Go Joe Jester - Smokin Dizzy) was nowhere to be found in round 1, but made up for it with a threatening effort in round 2. Like he has been in the past, he is rough when he can get around the leaders early on, so the break will be the most critical part of this race.

This race is really going to be something to watch as there is a good mix of early and late speed, puppies and veterans, and posted up greyhounds verses some not in such a good posts. Frankly this effort comes down to who wants to win the most. Who is going to make the most of this opportunity and I have to go with the puppy Really Xtreme. This greyhound is almost unbelievable. With just 11 career starts under his belt, he has been running like he has done this one-hundred times. He is not going to outrun everyone to the lead every time, but he has enough in the stretch to run down almost anyone at the racetrack. He runs tough from the rail and should have it all to himself here as Shag Along should be all alone ahead of him in the early lead. Late no one is going to deny this greyhound that win, and possibly a spot in the finals. Raiders Bart is the seasoned greyhound of the bunch that has won more grade A's that probably anyone else in this field. He strings them together and since the last run was stopped in his last effort, tonight be a good time to start off another run. Known for his early speed, he can from off the pace and almost ran down the not short Mr. Clark in the last race. If he can get around within striking distance, you never know. Mr. Clark also gets some props after back to back big races. The key to his success in those starts was the break. He came out well in both starts and gets another outside post to break from in this effort. If he can continue to press from the start of the race, he will have a good chance to finish in the hunt at the wire. Kiowa Shag Along is the greyhound that all of the rest of this field will be chasing early on. He has fantastic early speed and when breaking from the rail post, it seems to increase his abilities. He does pay for it in the stretch though, and against this talented field, holding on will be quite a task. If he could get some help behind him, he might have a shot at taking down the competition. (2-5-6-1)

DQ Comes to Play in Round 2

2010-08-24T11:59:00.002-04:00

In round two of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup no spreading out the winners, DQ decided it was time to stockpile some points. Winning 3 of the 7 rounds there was no doubt who came to compete, and even though they weren't by a big margin, a win is a win is a win.

Most impressive from this crew had to be Comedrinkwithme. Running in the 5th race on the card, Drinkwithme didn't break like he did in his last start, but with all of that late speed, it really didn't matter. He just kept on coming and picked off the greyhounds ahead of him, one by one, all the way to the finish line. He captured the win near the wire and with this win he stands alone as the only unbeaten greyhound remaining in the stakes.

The other two wins for DQ came in a different manner, but from the same litter. Miss Kate in the 7th race, and Mr. Clark in the 10th, both jumped out fast from the starting box, took command early on, and held on all the way to the finish line for the slim win. Determined on top is what they were as they both stopped the clock at an identical 31.04 seconds in their victories.

The quickest trip this time around came in the 9th race on the card as Kiowa Top Design shocked the field that he was running against. Making the most of the outside post position, he rushed to the early lead at the first turn, drew away down the backside, and held on at the finish for the slim win. Stopping the clock at 30.89 seconds was impressive, but holding off Paddy Whacker late might have been even more of a feat.

The biggest margin of victory was saved for the 11th race as the Afleet Alex pup, Really Xtreme, proved once again that he belongs in the conversation as a possible contender to win the whole thing. Breaking from the one box this closer was way too close too early, and even though he had trouble in this race, he still won by 5 lengths. This puppy doesn't run like a puppy at all, but like a cagey veteran. He is the real deal and everyone better pay attention to him as this stakes progresses. His 30.95 was next best time wise as well.

The other round winners were Kiowa Vanessa in the 12th race in an equaling 30.95 second box to wire run, and Ww Kay Sea who ran a huge race from off the pace in the 4th to get up at the finish line to steal away the win.

The field was cut down to 4 races for the 3rd round which will run on Friday Evening Aug 27th at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

2nd round 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup

2010-08-23T14:23:00.000-04:00

Monday - 8/23/2010

A little Herman's Hermits here on a Monday at the Orange Park Kennel Club.
You know, "Second verse, same as the first." It's time for the 2nd round of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup. Seven full races of the best at the racetrack are on tap once again tonight.
If you missed the first round on Friday then you really missed some fantastic greyhound racing. In the 7 stakes events on the card, we had seven different winning kennels. No one doubled up and the points are all spread out all over the place. The 2010 stakes winners stole the show. Paddy Whacker and Eds Budby looked very strong and are well on their way to another finals, but they still have to keep it going if they want to get there.

So let's jump right into the first of seven on the card and it comes your way in the 4th race.

1. Miss Romy (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) gave a game chase in round 1 from the rail and gets another great post to start this race from. Even without the lead she is tough. Upset minded here.

2. Ahk Lady Deanna (Coldwater Keelin - C Ya Martinique) had trouble in round one and still made it into the money. Here from a similar post, he will need to break fast in order to contend.

3. Ww Kay Sea (Greys Flamebeau - Ww Kiowa Sister) closed well after trouble in round one. Breaking better would definitely be in her best interest here. If she gets close early, watch out.

4. Magic Handball (Handball Victory - Magic Scooter) is all about the early speed and was in contention to the 1st turn in the 1st round. There he found trouble, here he needs to stay clear to factor.

5. Jamboree Frankie (My John Q - Slingshot Mary) draws the tough 5 box here and needs to improve on that 5th place finish if he wants to move one. Breaking quick would be his best ally tonight.

6. Lrc Last Dance (Late Late Show - Hot Cargo) couldn't get around the turn in round one, and that needs to improve here. A big rusher, not breaker, she needs to get a lane early on or her fate might be sealed once again.

7. Leading Steps (Lonesome Cry - Tk Ashira) is the best early speed greyhound and the one first round winner in this race. He is tough on top and that is where he is going to be. He is the one to take down.

8. Wp's Commodore (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) was bumped out of contention in round 1 and needs to make amends in this race. With this outside post, he could factor early and often tonight.

Let's burst into the lead and the picks with Leading Steps. No one is going to beat this greyhound to the lead or the turn in this effort. The only question for him is, can he steal enough to hold on late and win again? He kept to the game plan in round one and it went to his advantage. Here will no one coming out to challenge him early on again, it should be back to back victories. Chasing the pace throughout will be posted up duo from the far ends of the racetrack. Miss Romy loves the rail and has enough early to get close and enough late to challenge for the win in this race. She loves this post and has been in the money in 5 races in a row and 7 of 9 in her career wearing red. Winning is not out of the realm of possibilities for her in this effort. Wp's Commodore was in the thick of things last time before getting run into. Here he gets a better post away from the crowd and someone to chase early to the turn. With both of these things working to his advantage, he could decided that it's time to drop a 30.30 something on this field. He has the best raw speed and if he shows up to use it tonight, he could prove unstoppable. Ww Kay Sea is back over 550 yards and has proven to be a strong closer over the shorter distance. She can come on with the best of them, and if you know me at all, I love those closers to complete the super. Winning it all would be a surprise to say the least, but contending late for a bit higher money position could happen. The effort is all up her. (7-1-8-3)

Right back in race 5, we see another stakes qualifying field of greyhounds, the 2nd on the card.

1. Switzler Takeoff (Clappin Thunder - Switzler Firefly) is really up two grades in these stakes rounds and looked out of place from the 5 box in round 1. Here the rail is more her style and the effort should improve.

2. Kiowa Vinita (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) is a solid chaser from the far inside or far outside posts. Another great starting box here for her, so another strong attempt should be made.

3. Comedrinkwithme (Dauntless - Instant Vintage) has really come out of the box strong in back to back efforts, and in turn he has dominated! If he rushes best again, FORGETABOUT IT, he 3-peats!

4. Citation Cam (Flying Penske - Ctw Miss Kelly) is the cagey veteran that can hit the lid and steal away the lead and the win whenever she wants to. You just never know when that is. Better as of late, keep an eye out for her again.

5. Hanks Diana (Lonesome Cry - Dolly Madison) is a solid grade A greyhound that prefers the inside posts. Here she will have to make due from the 5 box. Can she contend? Yes, but she must be close early.

6. Whistle Bit (Get Over - Lap Baby) looked a bit outclassed in round one as she sat in the box and was never really a factor. She has proven in the past she has what it takes to contend, she needs to step up and show it tonight.

7. Tomco Caliber (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kb's Apostle) is better than his lines show and has run tough here in the past. Coming off a rest it might take a bit to get back on track, but time is running out for him. He needs to step it up now!

8. Kiowa Top Duke (Flying Penske - Kiowa Berma Top) doesn't have a lot going for him in this effort. Out of place, overclassed, and in need of the rail. He is not out of contention though. All he has to do is break quickly and it could be the equalizer in this effort.

Tough to pick against Comedrinkwithme. This greyhound is on fire right now and has posted up back to back winning efforts. His first round romp was the biggest margin of victory on any of the qualifying rounds, and not only did he make the front easily, he drew away from the field with every stride. What makes him double tough is that he can do it without the front end too. From off the pace he is just as dangerous, and tonight despite where he is at the 1st turn, he will give his all and should be the one to beat here. Kiowa Vinita ran a game third in round one and should be staking again throughout once again in this effort. Normally a closer, she too can break on occasion and usually that comes from either the far inside or outside posts. Here from the 2 box she is close enough to the rail to be effective. If she clears early on, she will give the leaders a run for their money. Citation Cam remains the big wildcard in this, and frankly any, race that she runs in. She has been here and done this so many times, but has yet to win that ever elusive stakes title. Breaking is the key to her winning races and she needs to find it again in this effort. Even with a long lead, she might not win here, but it would go a long way to help her contend. So her mantra for the night is, BREAK, BREAK, BREAK! Hanks Diana is a solid grade A competitor that never gives up in any race that she is close in, so a good break will be needed, especially from the 5 box in this effort. She has some closing speed and could use it to her advantage late in this effort. Winning is not forgotten about here for her either, but it would take an exceptional break from the box to get that done. If she wants to run, she will be in the money. (3-2-4-5)

Now on to the 3rd stakes qualifier on the card, the 7th race for Monday evening.

1. Skiddy Banjo (Dodgem By Design - Kansas Factor) is totally out of position in this effort. He likes it wide and this is the one box. He does have some closing speed, so that might help him late. Breaking fast might ease the post too.

2. Bbr Lovely Won (Flying Earnhardt - Bbf Kissthestars) is up 2 grades in this race and will need to step up his game if he wants to hang with the big dogs. He has the chops to go it and from his first inside post in a while, tonight might be the night.

3. Gm's Chicago (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) is on top of his breaking and his game right now. Both have come in handy and even though he had help in round 1, he was still going to win it. To the lead and gone again could be the battle cry tonight.

4. Eds Go Touch (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) is better suited for the longer distances, but if he can get some room to run, he can be a late threat over 550 yards. The problem is the post, the 4 is a tough place to start from to stay clean.

5. Smokin Snoopy (Go Joe Jester - Smokin Dizzy) has been on quite a run, but that ended with trouble in round 1. Tonight the 5 box lurks and so might the return of a trouble trip. If he wants to avoid it, he needs to pop the box.

6. Really Gonnarock (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) saw her 6 race in the money streak end in the 1st round, but this closing puppy will rebound in this effort. She likes it out here and will have a shot to record her 1st ever stakes win.

7. Miss Kate (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) has some bad luck in round 1 and fell, so all the points she can muster will be needed in this effort. She has enough closing speed to contend, she just needs to get around the turn in order to use it.

8. Wp's Clinton (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) likes it outside and has won his last two races on this side of the racetrack. He is at his best on the lead and could clear easily from here. If he comes to run, he could be tough to beat.

Breaking fast will be the key to success in this effort. Gm's Chicago has been the king of that as of late, so I think that he gets the nod again in this effort. He has posted up back to back wins and has looked strong with his nose in front in both of those efforts. Tonight there is no early speeders around him, and if he breaks like he has been, he should be unabated to the early lead. Holding on might be the question here as this field is a bit tougher that the last two he has beat. Stalking throughout and challenging the leaders every step should be Wp's Clinton. This great is more that infatuated with the outside, he absolutely loves it. The wider the better and you can't get wider than the 8 box. He normally breaks fast from out here and tonight that trend should continue. With better overall raw speed than Chicago, Clinton could possibly get to the finish line ahead of everyone. If he does make the lead early, this race will be over. Really Gonnarock might not have the experience as the other greyhounds, but she just as much talent. Everyone needs to forget about that last effort. She found trouble and no one is perfect. Tonight she will rebound from a favorable post as she makes up ground all the way to the finish line. The other name not to forget is Miss Kate. She has to run well here if she wants a chance to even move on in the stakes. Bad luck and a fall might keep her out, but she is not going to go down without a fight. She is a good closer that can hang against the best the racetrack has to offer. Granted she might like the rail posts better than this one, but she will make due. Winning is a big stretch for her, but factoring at the wire in the money could be sure bet if she stays on all fours tonight. (3-8-6-7).

Pushing on to stakes race number 4 on the card featuring the runners in the 9th race.

1. Kane's Commanche (Dodgem By Design - Summer Showers) is not running as well as he has in the past, but the 1 box could change all of that in this effort. He has untapped potential, tonight he could find himself.

2. Pat C Bk Shiraz (Black Shiraz - Paradise) is all about breaking and that is something has eluded him over his last several races. Posted up well on the rail in this effort, he needs to get back to breaking in order to contend.

3. Sunsand Fannymay (Lonesome Cry - Sunsands Sienna) was an even chaser in round 1 and even found the money at the wire. Tonight is she wants to up the ante, she will need to come out of the starting box better.

4. Uss Fine Touch (Uss Raceway - Uss Glimmer) totally missed her break in the 1st round and I don't expect it to happen in back to back efforts. She WILL come out running and everyone else is going to have to run her down tonight.

5. Howdoyoulikethat (Lonesome Cry - Here's The Thing) is coming into this race hot off a win in round 1. Here the 5 box is not near the rail and he will have to work to get there. Factoring throughout like he almost always does, Howdoyoulikethat give his all.

6. Kiowa Marcus (Lonesome Cry - Mercedes) is wishing for a clean trip and a possible route to the inside part of the racetrack in this effort. He breaks better from the inside, but will have to make due from the 6. If could be too much to overcome.

7. Paddy Whacker (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) is clearly the class of the racetrack and he proved it again in round 1 with the biggest victory. In a better post position tonight, this race could be even easier to win. If he comes out like he did in his last start, RACE OVER!

8. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) is a strong threat as long as he can get around the turn close in his races. He might not run anyone down late, but he has enough staying power to hang close. If he clears here, he could factor at the finish line.

Do I really need to give you a pick here? Ok, I'll go with Paddy Whacker! This is for sure, without a doubt, his race to lose. He is head and shoulders above this field for a couple of reasons. He is running hot as of late, see his last race where he posted up the fastest time in the rounds, he is a former stakes winner, he knows how to get things done against the best at the racetrack, and he is posted up, in his 16 of 18 in the money winning 6 of his last 8 from the outside post positions. Paddy is the cream of the crop over 550 now and will prove it again in this effort. Here we come 30.30 something! Runner-up is saved for the other stakes round winner in this race, Howdoyoulikethat. This greyhound has enough early to get close and enough left late to maintain that position all the way to the finish line. The post won't matter all the much as he will get extra room with the empty box and the 4 dog jumping to the early lead. All he has to do is chase and secure his position at the finish line. Kiowa Top Design might just be the second best early speed greyhound in this field. What he needs to do is PROVE it. He needs to come out quickly in this effort in order to get around the turn around the leaders. If he can get it done then he should be able to factor at the finish line. Now for the breaking portion of our program. Uss Fine Touch is clearly the best early speed greyhound in this field and she will not miss her break in back to back efforts. She is going to come out running tonight and will take the lead to the stretch. The problem is that she is no match for the chasers in the stretch. Each has more left than she does and her lead just won't be enough to hold on for the win. Giving everything she has on the front end, she come up short of the goal once again in the stretch tonight. (7-5-8-4)

The 5th stakes race on the card comes to us by the way of the 10th race on the card, the first half of the Forced out Twin-Trifecta.

1. Daycare Ron (Lonesome Cry - Ml Teardrops) is a good closer that made up ground well in round 1 of the stakes. A midtrack runner and one box might be misused on him in this effort. He will keep coming, but it might just be too little too late tonight.

2. Cayenne Ferrari (Dodgem By Design - Cayenne Jet) is a good closer like his rail posted buddy but one thing is different, he likes to race from here. This is a great post for him and from here, he normally breaks well. If he gets loose early, he might be upset minded.

3. Raiders Bart (Dodgem By Design - Raiders Azeri) proved once again in round 1 why he is considered a tough out at the Orange Park Kennel Club. He breaks fast and once in front, he is tenacious. With 2 in a row and 4 in 6 starts, he will have a target on his back again tonight.

4. Gabe Candice (Flying Penske - Home Town Charm) is more suited for 660 yards, but can come from off the tailgate and surprise at 550 too. Normally she waits too long to make her move, and that happened already in round 1. She needs to come on sooner to have a shot.

5. Gm's Cashman (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) wins the award for the greyhound that is far better than his lines show. This Night of Stars winner as failed to break in his last 6 races in a row. If he gets it back tonight, he could easily upset this field.

6. Mr. Clark (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) is as fast as he wants to be and was pretty fast in round 1. Here he is posted outside again and should get room early on. If he breaks close, he will be a continuous threat in this effort.

7. Kiowa Trent Tovi (Trent Lee - Kay B Barbierie) is back over 550 yards and fared really well in round 1. He got to the rail and closed late to find the trifecta. Here he is way more outside and will have to work hard to get there without a ruckus. Either way, look for him late.

8. Kiowa Kay Share (Solitary Runner - Sol Happy) has won half of her official races. She has great closing speed and can break fast on occasion. She likes it outside and if she wants to run early, and makes the lead, no one here will be able to catch her.

Going with the hot hand I'm going to take Raiders Bart to win this race. He has been tough for a while now and has proven time and time again that he can beat a good group of grade A greyhounds. With 2 wins in a row and 4 in his last 6 efforts, he is on fire and is the one to not only beat to the lead but the finish line. He has not speed around him at all and he should be in front in the first couple of steps from the starting box. Once there the closers will be coming, but this greyhound is not short and will coast around the racetrack for the win. Coming the closest to taking down Bart before the finish line will be Kiowa Kay Share. This greyhound loves it out here and is a strong closer to boot. She could even possible break close, like she did 6 races back, and turn on a stretch charge to make it interesting at the finish line. If everything goes her way, she has a shot to beat Bart in this effort. Mr. Clark must also get a look in this effort. He too is posted up well and even though it is away from his beloved rail. From the outside post he breaks better and that is all he needs in order to be effective. When he is close is when he runs his best and if he could beat everyone to the turn, he too could have a shot at the upset in this effort. With only one true early speed greyhound here, Bart, Mr. Clark is poised to make some noise. Cayenne Ferrari is all revved up and ready to close from her favorite spot on the racetrack, THE RAIL. She loves it inside and will make the most of the post once again in this effort. Belated though it will be, she will give her all in the stretch in order to challenge the leaders as they approach the finish line. This is her first inside post in her last 8 race and that last time she was inside of the 4 box, she won a grade A race. (3-8-6-2)

The second to the last qualifier comes to you in the 11th race on the card.

1. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) totally sat in the box in round 1 and still managed to finish 2nd. Here from the rail post, expect him to closer early on and for him to get back to winning. The best pup at the track 7 wins & 9 quinielas in 10 official starts.

2. Bf Dora (Dodgem By Design - Sol Lasting) pushed the early pace in round one before being bumped and fading back out of the money late. She is posted better tonight and if she can make the lead early, she might factor better up the ladder at the wire.

3. Ru Tuff Enuf (Let's Winendine - Faith Keeper) still has the jury out on his return to racing. He looked good in the turn up, but the rail dive without the lead in round 1 was ill tried. Here he is closer in the 3 box, but needs to find the break that made him so dangerous in the past.

4. Playboy Joe (Joe Hearns - Too Late) has not been breaking well as of late and in turn he has not been finishing all that well either. He needs to get back to what got him into grade A, his break, and needs a break too. Staying out of trouble would also help him go a long way in this effort .

5. Gs Ashlynn (Rapido Rambo - Gm's Cutie) didn't break and found trouble in round 1 and finished out of the money. Previous to that she had 3 wins in a row. The 5 box is not the outside, but she will have to make up for last time. Closing at 550 is just what she does, so expect a bold finish.

6. Kiowa Shag Along (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Shag Sue) is a monster from the starting box and proved it again in round 1. Ok, so she was short late, but she just missed wiring the field. Expect the same here and if there is help behind her, you never know.

7. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) looked mighty impressive in his first round race, but he did have the 1 box and room at the break. Here from the outside, things might be that kind to him. He still has that all out closing speed though, so he should be able to overcome trouble and contend.

8. Gm's Dale (Deerfield Site* - Steffie's Charm) is a solid grade A competitor that can break with the best of them and hold on in the money at the finish line. He is a little short late, but has won his share on the lead as well. A big break is needed by him in this race.

Puppy Power unite in the 11th race on the card. Really Xtreme has really impressed everyone since arriving at the Orange Park Kennel Club and with this one box, he is going to take home his first ever stakes win. She has enough to stalk behind the leaders early on, and in the stretch he will drive by and dash all of their hopes before the finish line. Leading the way early on should be Kiowa Shag Along. Shag Along is all early speed all the time and despite any post, she comes to break in each and every effort. No way she holds on against this talented trio of closers, but a girl can dream if she wants to. Also trying to run down the early speeder will be a pair of 660 yard greyhounds. Eds Budby and Gs Ashlynn both have good closing skills and either one could steal away the win late, but both will have to get out close if they want to get it done. Advantage here to Budby. That is just what he did in his last race. He broke on top and would not be denied. Ok, so no lead here, but around the lead, sure. He will factor and might even get back to back wins. Ashlynn needs to overcome that last effort where she sat in the box, and get back to the form that saw her win 3 races in a row from behind. Clearly from the 5 box might be her biggest problem in this effort, but if she can get outside and get room to run, you never know. (1-7-6-5)

Capping off the stakes events in the second half of the Forced out Twin-Trifecta in race 12.

1. Kiowa Vanessa (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) would like a do over on the post draw in this race. She is as wide as they come and gets to start from the railest of post positions. Talk about wrong place at the wrong time. This is going to be a rough trip.

2. Yo My Delbert (My Zapper - My Cattie Breeze) is not going to set the world of fire with win streaks, but he has been in contention in 4 races in a row and made the trifecta in round 1. A solid B greyhound in against the A's. Holding his own, the post is a bonus.

3. Kiowa Trent Tam (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) is the best 660 greyhound now, but in round 1 she proved that she was not a one trick wonder. She closed well throughout and finished next best. Near the rail again tonight, expect another strong closing effort.

4. Klarissa (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) took advantage of a big benefit in round 1 and made the most of it with a close second place finish. Here the 4 might even be more to her liking. She won from here 4 starts back. Breaking will not be a option tonight.

5. La's Silver (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) has forgotten how to break as of late and in turn her races have been trouble ridden. Tonight she gets room with the empty post and no speed to her inside. Everything is set up for her, now she just need to execute the plan.

6. Kelsos Spiffy (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelsos Gabriella) has been a force since breaking in at Orange Park. A breaker and closer, Spiffy is a double threat in any race. Just missing in round one, this start might be redemption time.

7. Tipsy Marcus W (Tipsy Character - Jetstar Streaker) is a former 660 greyhound that fills the closers role here over 550 yards. He can come on with the best of them late and from the outside he is even more dangerous. If he gets room late, he will come flying to challenge.

8. Hanks Dinah (Lonesome Cry - Dolly Madison) was running hot before the first round, but a missed break and some trouble ended all of that. Back outside where she can get a clean lane to rush to the turn in, expect her to get back on course in this effort.

This race of all of them on the card could go any way depending on who decides they want to run. Kelso Spiffy get the edge here because even if she doesn't make the early lead in this race, she can rebound from off the pace and still take home the win at the finish line. This double threat is posted up and ready to walk away with the win this effort and I think it is going to be tough to keep her from taking it. She will have to work though as I feel that La's Silver is going to find her break, hit the lid, and lead for the majority of this effort. Silver has been short on the late lead in the past and could prove so once again in this effort. Even if Spiffy can't get there before the finish line, Kiowa Trent Tam might. Even though she looks better over 660 yards, she can be a threat at 550 too. She is just a closer over the short distances and with another good inside post position, she should be late factor once again tonight. Let's not forget Hanks Dinah either. This greyhound gets room outside here, and if she breaks, she is going to be effective once again in this effort. She has all the tools needed to be successful and needs to make up for her last effort. If all the planets fall into alignment, she might be able to steal away the win in this race. (6-3-5-8)

2010 Stakes winners shine in round 1 James J Patton Silver Cup

2010-08-23T10:22:00.000-04:00

Round one of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup was very interesting to watch. The points got spread out all over the place as no kennel won more than one race. Yep, that's right, 7 different kennels won a single race each in the first round, but some wins were a bit more impressive than others.

To no surprise the cream rises to the top and that is just what happened in this round. The best two efforts, well they came from greyhounds that has already won a stakes final this year at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

On Friday evening no greyhound was more impressive than the 2010 JGR Puppy Stakes winner, Paddy Whacker. Despite the tough inside post position, Paddy, Whacked yet another field in the 15th race and it was the break that made him successful in this effort. He came out running and took command at the start and easily positioned himself to the outside part of the racetrack. From the lead he just coasted all the way around the racetrack, and even pulled away from the best 660 yard greyhound in the stretch to stop the clock at a round best of 30.33 seconds. Kiowa Trent Tam finished next best, followed by Kiowa Kay Share, and Kiowa Top Design.

The other big effort came from the 2010 Orange Park Derby winner Eds Budby. Better known for the longer distances, Budby came to run in the 7th race and like his counterpart the break was the key to his success. He easily could pick up greyhounds over the shorter distance, but when he broke and made the front end, everyone knew the race was already over. The post could have played a role too as Budby loves the rail and drew the red blanket in this effort. Once in front Budby proved determined as he held off the chaser all the way to the finish line for a speedy 30.49 second romp. Props to Kelsos Spiffy for a game chase throughout in 2nd. Kiowa Vinita finished 3rd and Sunsand Fannymay finished 4th.

The breaking to the lead and holding throughout trend continued thru in all but one of the qualifying rounds, and once these talented greyhounds see the clean air, it's tough to get to them before the wire.

Comedrinkwithme posted up the biggest margin on the evening as he drove to the lead at the 1st turn and left the field in his lurch. He continues to increase his margin all the way to the wire crossing 7.5 lengths better than his nearest rival in 30.62 seconds in the 10th race.

Raiders Bart was 3rd best in time and lengths in the 1st round of the stakes. In the 11th on the card, he too jumped from the starting box and straight into control of his race. He was never really challenged and drew the lure away from the field throughout. Crossing in 30.50, 4 lengths clear of the field, Bart is on his game as he won his 2nd race in a row.

Leading Steps did what he does best in the 9th race on the card, he bombed to the early lead in his race and was in command for the duration. Even though the chasers, Mr. Clark and company, we closing the gap in the stretch, he stole way enough early to coast to the finish line for the easy win.

Upset was the name of the day in the 14th race as Gm's Chicago was not going to be denied from the winners circle. He did get some major help in this effort though. At the first turn he was ahead of some trouble and seized the opportunity to win a round. He maintained his margin from box to wire and crossed the finish line a 13-1 victor.

Completing the evenings card was the only closing victory in the 1st round and it came in the 12th race on the card. Howdoyoulikethat, normally an early speed chasing greyhound, outlasted the big early speeder, Kiowa Shag Along, in the deep stretch to take home the win. Ok so closing might be a bit of a stretch as he was just off in 2nd for the majority of this effort, but a win from behind is a win from behind and you have to love the effort. Determined late winner, that is all you need it know.

The second round of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup continues on Monday Evening August 23rd at the Orange Park Kennel Club . All 7 races and 56 greyhounds will be back to compete for a spot in the quarter finals. The field will be cut in half for the next round, so cheer for your favorites and we'll have to see who moves on after another great round of stakes action tonight.

First Round 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup

2010-08-18T09:45:00.000-04:00

Friday - 8/20/2010

The first round of the 2010 James J Patton Silver Cup is drawn, posted, and ready to go for Friday Evening August 20th at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Seven full races of greyhounds will take to the racetrack and vie for those all so important points for a chance to move on in the competition and possibly the finals.

Regardless of the outcome of these races, all 7 fields will return on Monday the 23rd for Round 2.

We have a great mix of experience and new comers this year and it should just add to the excitement of each and every race.

So let's jump right into the first of 7 on the card and it comes in the 7th on the card.

1. Eds Budby (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) Orange Park Derby winner is rested and ready to go. Big closer over 550. Loves this post, needs to step it up earlier in the race. Closing threat tonight.

2. Sunsand Fannymay (Lonesome Cry - Sunsands Sienna) needs to find her break in the worst way. Has been struggling as of late when sitting in the box. Post could help, has to come out running.

3. Hanks Dinah(Lonesome Cry - Dolly Madison) is really on top of her game right now and is breaking and running quick. Posted up on the inside, she is right at home and should factor.

4. Kiowa Top Duke (Flying Penske - Kiowa Berma Top) likes to close in his races, but needs to be around early in order to have a chance. Nearer the rail in this effort, he needs to want it here.

5. Jamboree Frankie (My John Q - Slingshot Misty) can't get around and stay out of trouble as of late and the 5 box won't help in this effort. He needs a clean trip and a route to the rail in order to contend.

6. Big Drama (Get Over - Rooftop Flojo) back at 550 yards for the stakes and over this route, he is a big closer. Expect her to dive to the rail early and come flying up in the deep stretch.

7. Kelsos Spiffy (Kelsos Fusileer - Kelsos Gabriella) has good closing speed and can break on occasion too. Once in front she it tough to take down. The outside post helps her to the lead and maybe a win.

8. Kiowa Vinita (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) likes it outside and could throw a big monkey wrench into the plans of the others tonight. All she has to do is be close early and it might be upset time.

Speed might be the key to the lead in this race, but not to the win. Strong closers are all over the place and I don't think that anyone can hold off them all before the finish line. Hanks Dinah should answer the call for the front end in this effort, that is if she keeps breaking like she has been in her last couple of races. Holding on to all the way to the finish line will be the big time task. Kelsos Spiffy might get the nod as barely best at the finish line. Difference maker for her is that she can break and be close early and still come on strong late to steal away the win. The other chasers have to come from off the pace to factor. Also working in her favor is the extra room early on. Big Drama is going straight to the rail when the box opens up and room a plenty on the outside for her. She needs to step up in order to get this done, otherwise the posted up Eds Budby might be charging by in the deep stretch to steal away the win. Over 550 this guy is nothing by a closing machine, and sometimes that comes too late in his races. If he wants to have a shot at a win, he has to get out of the box much better in this effort. Let's not forget the other closer too, Big Drama. Getting to the rail cleanly will really be the task in this race. If she can get there, her late speed will be in full motion at the end of the race. She too has broke on occasion at 550, but that normally comes from the rail posts. If she wants it enough, she could have an outside shot at the upset. (7-3-1-6)

The second stakes round on the hit parade comes to us in the 9th race on the card.

1. Gabe Candice (Flying Penske - Home Town Charm) another converted 660 greyhound going 550 yards for the stakes. Late speed is all you will get from her tonight, but will it be too late to contend?

2. Wp's Commodore (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) has come back off the rest and has looked sharp even though he has not won a race. If he can shake loose early on, he might do it here.

3. Kiowa Vanessa (Flying Hydrogen - Greg Kiowa Girl) needs to get to the outside part of the racetrack. She can, and has in the past, as long as she is close early on, she will be a threat at the finish.

4. Tomco Caliber (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kb's Apostle) has look pretty good since arriving, but will need a clean trip in order to compete against this tough field. The 4 box is not quite the rail, we'll see.

5. Yo My Delbert (My Zapper - My Cattie Breeze) is an even runner and needs to get back to the breaking form he was in about a month ago. Forget the lines, he can hang, but must start sharply.

6. Leading Steps (Lonesome Cry - Tk Ashira) is the best breaker in the bunch, but has to prove it again here. Edged out in the NOS race, he can hang and win too, we will have to see who shows up.

7. Mr. Clark (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) loves to break from this post and needs to break in this race. He is as fast as he wants to be and if he is close, he can win this race. It's his decision to make.

8. Bbr Lovely Won (Flying Earnhardt - Bbf Kissthestars) might be a bit over his head in this effort, but the post is going to help him out. He is best near the early lead and breaking fast might be the equalizer.

There is enough speed here to be dangerous on the front end and that is where Leading Steps should be in this race. This greyhound has really missed his break in the last couple of races and if he gets back to hitting the lid in this one, no one may be able to corral him before the finish line. He is short in the stretch though and that might be a deal breaker in this effort. Chasing him should be Mr. Clark and Wp's Commodore. Both greyhounds are posted up in this effort and either one, on a good day, could run off alone and steal away the victory. Slight edge here to Mr. Clark as he is the better closer of the pair and is closer to the early leader in this race. All he has to do is stalk early and if he is close throughout, he should be too much for the leader at the finish line. Wp's Commodore has run well since returning to live action, but has looked a bit shorter than he did in the past over his last couple of efforts. He is by all means just getting back into the groove of things, and the more he races, the stronger he is going to get. He too likes where he is starting from and if he comes out running, it could be quite a battle royal not only for the lead in this race, but the win as well. Kiowa Vanessa can't be overlooked either tonight. She is a solid competitor when she is near the leaders in the early stages from a good post, that is just where I expect her to be in this effort. She too has some left in the tank in the stretch and could throw her own hat into the ring as they head down the stretch and approach the finish line. If he all goes her way, we might be seeing an upset. (7-6-2-3)

Race 10 is not only the first half of the Mandatory Force out Twin-Tri , it's the third stakes round.

1. Playboy Joe (Joe Hearns - Too Late) really needs to find his break again. That is what got him to grade A and that is what will get him to compete again. Otherwise he is in trouble early. The rail post helps.

2. Kane's Commanche (Dodgem By Design - Summer Showers) has had some rough trips as of late and would do well with a bit of a better break in this one. The inside post is good, showing up is up to him.

3. Comedrinkwithme (Dauntless - Instant Vintage) is a big strong closer from DQ that lives up to the kennels heritage. He likes the rail and is close enough in the 3 box. He could be a big threat here.

4. Daycare Ron (Lonesome Cry - Ml Teardrops) has some closing speed as his disposable, but needs to be close in a race to use it. The 4 box is not a bad spot for him, but he will need to give it all against these.

5. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) might be a puppy, but has stakes winning skills. This Afleet Alex pup is the real deal. The only hindrance here is the post. 7 wins in 9 starts, says it all.

6. Bf Dora (Dodgem By Design - Sol Lasting) might just be the best early speed greyhound in the bunch. When she wants to break she will be in the lead, but she pays for it late. Holding it won't happen here.

7. Gs Ashlynn (Rapido Rambo - Gm's Cutie) has been on a mission since coming back. 3 wins in a row and 4 in 6 races, ouch! Posted up on the wide side where she wants to be, she might just get it done again.

8. Cayenne Ferrari (Dodgem By Design - Cayenne Jet) is a very strong closer when he wants to be. He has shift gears with the best of them late, but prefers the inside post positions. Here in the 8, who knows?

With really only one true big time early speed greyhound in this race, Bf Dora should answer the call and make off with the early lead. Holding it is another conversation of its own. She is short late in the race and there are three big time closers that will be coming at her later in this effort. Most notably Really Xtreme. What a greyhound this puppy has turned into. He is a monster. He can win with or without the early lead and can close like he could run well over any longer distance. He went undefeated to grade A and has won 7 of his 9 official starts. The only drawback here is the post. He is going to have to work to get it done, but he has a shot to win his third straight race tonight. Gs Ashlynn is trying to do Xtreme one better as she is vying for her 4th win in a row. She also gets a better post, she loves it outside, and will be making up ground with every stride late in this effort. She usually breaks better from out here, and if this duo locks up early on, we could be in for quite a ride in this effort. Let's not forget Comedrinkwithme. He too can break, and or, come on late with the best of them at the racetrack. He has won 3 of his last 5 starts and has been in the quiniela 5 times. He too is posted where he wants to be and could be the one ahead of the rest at the finish line. This trio could make for an easy trifecta if all goes to plan in this race. (5-7-3-6)

Up next is the 4th stakes round on the card happening in the 11th race.

1. Whistle Bit (Get Over - Lap Baby ) has been running hot, is posted up in her best box, but might have some trouble with the grade A's. Frankly, she is up two grades and it might be too much for her to handle.

2. Miss Romy (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) is a former stakes finalist that loves to race from the rail. Like most DQ dogs, from the lead or from behind, she is on tough cookie. Watch for her late tonight.

3. Wp's Clinton (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) has been red hot since returning to action. With 2 wins and 4 trifectas in 4 races, he is red hot and from a favorable post tonight, he will be tough.

4. Kiowa Trent Tovi (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) Back to 550 for the stakes and hopefully that can spark something in her again. She has been flat as of late and could use a boost. Waiting to see what happens.

5. Citation Cam (Flying Penske - Ctw Miss Kelly) the multi-stakes veteran that has found some fresh legs as of late. She has been breaking again and that has been the difference maker. Here she needs to fire.

6. Gm's Cashman (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) was the NOS winner at the wire. Since he has been in a mini funk and is looking to break out of it. He needs to be closer early if he wants a shot to win.

7. Raiders Bart (Dodgem By Design - Raiders Azeri) is the hottest greyhound in this field. Winning 3 of 5 and finishing in the trifecta in 6 straight, he is a force up front. If he makes the lead, it could all be over.

8. Smokin Snoopy (Go Joe Jester - Smokin Dizzy) has got everything over on the Red Baron as of late. He has been really on top of it and has not missed the money in 6 straight. Upset minded from a good post tonight.

Raiders Bart will probably be the favorite in this race and he might just wire the field on the lead once again, but I think he has to watch out for Wp's Clinton in this effort. Clinton can outbreak everything to his inside and should clear way to close to the leader. Bart has not been run down as of late, but has seen his late lead shrink on several occasions. If Clinton can get around the leader early on, he has a good shot to take home the win, but if Bart clears easily at the turn, this race is probably his too loose. Also in contention will be Gm's Cashman. I don't care about the lines, this is a stake race and in stakes races, this greyhound shows up big time. He has won 4 of 10 starts and has finished in the trifecta 7 times, so you have to keep him on your radar in this effort. Another possible upsetter lurks in the 2 box tonight. Miss Romy finished 3rd in the finals of the 2009 Jacksonville Juvenile and knows how to get things done. What makes her dangerous is that she is not out of the race if she doesn't break. She can close too and can make up more ground in the stretch than probably anyone else in this field. If she does get loose early on, she might just surprise them all in this effort. (3-7-6-2)

Race 12 is the second half of the Forced Out Twin-Tri and the 5th stakes event on the card.

1. Kiowa Shag Along (Flying Stanley - Kiowa Shag Sue) is an early speed machine and he just loves racing from the rail. A whole different greyhound in RED, he still might be able to wire this field on the lead.

2. Gm's Dale (Deerfield Site* - Steffie's Charm) has shown some good early speed as of late and also likes to race from the rail. Everything is going for him tonight, let's see if he can take advantage.

3. La's Silver (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) can hit the lid too and when she makes the lead, she wins races. 3 victories in her last 5 starts, including back to back romps. If she hits it, she will contend.

4. Lrc Last Dance (Late Late Show - Hot Cargo) is a good closer that is really a couple of grades up in this race. She did do well in her last start though. Is she up to this top level task, that is the question!

5. Uss Fine Touch (Uss Raceway - Uss Glimmer) is yet another box beater that will rushing and trying to stick her nose in front in this effort. She might just do it too, but she is short late and that will be costly in this one.

6. Hanks Diana (Lonesome Cry - Dolly Madison) is a steady chaser that normally just follows the pace throughout, but against these short greyhounds, she might have a chance to sneak by in the stretch.

7. Howdoyoulikethat (Lonesome Cry - Here's The Thing) has been quit competitive since joining us here at OP. Enough early speed and enough staying power to be dangerous, and that is what he will be again here.

8. Kiowa Marcus (Lonesome Cry - Mercedes) is a bit of a closer that can make up some ground late on occasion. If the mood suits him, you get a big effort, if he is out of it early on, well. Let's see what we get tonight.

This race is going to be something to watch to the first turn. There are several greyhounds here that will be coming out on a mission at the start of this race. Almost the whole field has the potential to take the early lead in this effort. So who comes out on top at the turn? That is the million dollar question in this effort. I like Kiowa Shag Along. The one box is the big advantage he has over the rest of the field. He totally loves it in here and will make the most of the post in this race. Holding on against short greyhounds might not be all that tough for him, but he still will need a bit of a lead to get it done. It's box to wire time for the win. Pressing him early will be Uss Fine Touch and if can't make the lead, then Tough will, but he is not as short as she is late in the race. She is really coming up short as of late, but if she returns to the form that saw her make a stakes final, she might just be the box to wire winner. La's Silver is also a former stakes finalist and is less short than either of the other two greyhounds late. She can take it coast to coast as well, but beating this speedy duo to the turn is a big task for her to take on. Being a threat throughout though will not be too much to ask, expect it from her in this effort. Despite no wins showing, you have to like Howdoyoulikethat as well in this effort. This greyhound has run with, and beat, some of the best at the racetrack over the last couple of months. He has enough early speed to be around and is not short at the end of the race. Here he even might be able to run down the big time early speeders in the stretch. All he has to do is get close early on, and he will be within striking distance at the wire. (1-3-7-5)

The next to the last race on the card is the 6th stake event, welcome to race 14.

1. Magic Handball (Handball Victory - Magic Scooter) might be a puppy but has some good early speed in her corner and looks like she might be able to hang if she breaks. The one box is a plus for anyone.

2. Ww Kay Sea (Greys Flamebeau - Ww Kiowa Silver) is back over 550 for this stakes round and here she will be a closing machine late in this race. She likes it inside and the post is a bonus. Watch out if she breaks.

3. Ahk Lady Deanna (Coldwater Keelin - C Ya Martinique) must break in this race in order to break out of the slump that she has found herself in as of late. She is better than her lines show and the 3 box could help her out.

4. Really Gonnarock (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) finally gets away from her littermate and that might just give her a chance to win in grade A. This closing pup has been in the tri in 16 of 18 starts. Expect it again.

5. Tipsy Marcus W (Tipsy Character - Jetstar Streaker) might be better suited for 660 yards, but will do his best over the shorter course for the stakes. Here he is a closer and should be flying up at the wire.

6. Gm's Chicago (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) is heading into the stakes off a pretty impressive win in his last effort. Back in A now and ready to go, let's see if he can make it back to back jacks.

7. Miss Kate (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable ) is the only solid grade A greyhound in this race and that might give her a class edge over this field. She will need to get to the rail to challenge, but one this is sure, she will be around throughout.

8. Klarissa (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) has seen better times and can run better than some of her lines show. She is a good closer and can break on occasion. She needs one thing here to be successful, she needs to be close early on.

Even though she might not be in the lead early on against this field, Really Gonnarock is overdue for a win. It is not her fault she has been running against her brother, over, and over, and over again. Here she is finally free and all she needs to do is run her race and she should be able to come out on top. Watch for her to get close early and make up ground throughout to take late control and secure a first round victory. Miss Kate uses that class edge here to contend. Like Gonnarock, she has enough early to stalk around the lead as they head thru the first turn. She too has some close to her and with a clean trip from the outside, she will be coming on strong in the stretch to make the leaders work for it at the wire. Magic Handball gets a look her simply because she is the ONLY real early speed greyhound in this field. She gets the one box too, which is nice, but it won't be enough to carry her to victory. She is still short in the stretch and against a pair of good closers, she should have a problem getting home a winner. Ww Kay Sea also might have something to say about it. She is back over 550 and will be making up ground with every step she takes around the racetrack. The recent shipper and has ok so far, but is still getting used to the new surface. Once she figures it out, she will be a bigger threat, tonight could be when the lightbulb goes on. (4-7-1-2)

Capping off the evening in the final race on the card, the 7th stakes event comes in race 15.

1. Kiowa Trent Tam (Trent Lee - Kay V Barbierie) is currently the best over 660. How will that translate to 550, just fine. The one box is a huge bonus as she loves the rail. She can & will compete tonight.

2. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) has shown some closing speed in the past, but she is not that much of a fan favorite. She can upset on occasion, 3 starts ago, but against this field, that is a big task.

3. Paddy Whacker (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) was the last stakes winner and has the best raw speed of anyone in this field. The post is his biggest hurdle here, if he clears it could be all over.

4. Ru Tuff Enuf (Let's Winendine - Faith Keeper) is back in the nick of time and will only get stronger the more he goes around the racetrack. He used to be a stud runner, soon enough we will see if he still has IT!

5. Switzler Takeoff (Clappin Thunder - Switzler Firefly) is trying her best to get back into the top level at the racetrack and has the skills to do it. Here up against the best the track has to offer & starting from the 5 box, she might just be overwhelmed.

6. Skiddy Banjo (Dodgem By Design - Kansas Factor) has righted the ship as of late simply by breaking better. The closer he is early, the closer he is at the finish line. A good closer, look for him late tonight.

7. Eds Go Touch (Domingo Dodge - Cherokee Queen) yet another greyhound moving back to 550 for the stakes. He has had some success here in the past, and surprise, he will be a closer. If he can get to the rail, he will be moving up late.

8. Kiowa Kay Share (Solitary Runner - Sol Happy) has only missed the money once at OP. A strong closer that might be short on experience, but is long on talent. From this outside post, she could be the one to beat.

It's tough to pick against the only multi-round stakes winner over 550 in the field, but I have to do it and the only reason is the post position. Paddy Whacker is going to go wide, he will have to wait to get there as the 4 outbreaks him and by that time Kiowa Kay Share will already be on her way to stalking the leaders and taking command of this effort. Just look a couple of races ago, the same thing happened and in that race Paddy had the same 3 box that he has in this effort. The POST is the main reason. If he was in the 8 box, well that is a different story. So let's talk about who is going to break. Ru Tuff Enuf is going to break. Look at his last race, he hit the lid and came out running. Ok, so it was the 1 box, but he has room here as well in the 4 at the break and should be in the lead. He is still working back into form and was short last time out, does that happen again? Yep! So Kiowa Kay Share is the one to beat for me in this effort. She can just follow closely around the corner and turn on those jets late in the race to steal away the win from the leaders in the stretch. Example, 5 races back from this same post, win by 4 lengths in 30.58 seconds. Look for that again here. Against this tough trio, the other posted up greyhound can't be forgotten about. Kiowa Trent Tam must get a look in this race, especially from the 1 box. Remember she has won a round before over this distance from a similar post, the third round of the 2010 Jacksonville Sprint Classic, and might be able to surprise again. Running better than she ever has, she is at the top of her game and that might just translate well to this distance too. (8-3-4-1)

OP Celebrates 2009 All-Americans

2010-08-18T09:38:00.000-04:00

Penny Candy and Count Ivan

Once again in 2009 the Orange Park Kennel Club was blessed with some very special greyhound racing around our racetrack and two of them were named to the AGTOA All-American Teams.

Our best greyhound in 2009 over 660 or 770 yards, Penny Candy, was back in the elite eight for the second year in a row, and our best sprinter, Count Ivan, finished 10th in voting and made the second team.

So it was a good excuse to throw a party. No really. For the third year in a row we held an All-American evening to celebrate our fantastic accomplishments of these tremendous greyhounds. And that was not all, we gave away over one-thousand T-Shirts and featured food, drink, and other specials throughout the racetrack. We had a great turn out and it was so nice to see the public come out and take pride in the greyhounds that are racing at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Penny Candy really needs no introduction, but I'm going to give you a brief one anyways. She was an All-American in 2008 after just missing in two stakes finals and took the title of national win leader by winning forty-two races at Orange Park. In 2009 she upped the ante as she won 7 of her 8 stakes rounds and including the finals of the two stakes races that eluded her in 2008.

In the Orange Park Derby, Penny won three of the four rounds and in the final she jetted by her kennelmate in the stretch to get up for the win. The James J Patton Marathon Stakes was even more impressive. She won all the rounds and in the final, she was untouchable. No one was even close. She drove from the box to the early lead and left the field in her lurch. She won by seven full lengths and but a big explanation mark on her stakes efforts.

Overall Penny just missed the magic number of eighty wins for her career, she posted up seventy-six, but that number will not pigeonhole her career. Penny was so much more that just her wins. She was a champion who left everything she had on the racetrack in each and every start. In eighteen career stakes starts, she never finished out of the money and won thirteen times.

As Penny moves on to her new career as mom, she will be joyfully remembered by everyone her at the Orange Park Kennel Club for all of her efforts on the racetrack.

Congratulation head out to DQ and Sharon Williams, Trainer David Helton, and everyone else connected with this tremendous greyhound. She was one of a kind and one that you once get to witness every now and then. That is the reason that she will go down as one of the best, if not the best ever, over the added distances at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Count Ivan should be a name that almost everyone that follows our circuit knows already, but if you don't, that's ok, I'll fill you in.

No greyhound in the country started off 2009 hotter than Count Ivan. Hot off his stakes win in the Jacksonville Juvenile in December of 2008, Ivan was ready to make a splash on the national scene and that is just what he did. Ivan won sixteen of his first nineteen races on the year, including a run of eleven wins in a row, three stakes rounds wins, and the finals of the 2009 Jacksonville Sprint Classic in a near record time of 30.19 seconds.

Ivan was not one trick pony, and continued to win races throughout the rest of the year and posted up three wins in a row to cruise into his second stakes final of the year in the 2009 edition of the Sunshine State Silver Cup. Bad luck followed him in that final round race though as he fell in the 1st turn and his dreams of back to back titles were dashed.

Ivan picked up right where he left off after that race and continued to run strong for the remainder of the 2009 campaign. Ivan finished off the year as the win leader for the racetrack as he recorded thirty-three wins in his fifty-seven starts. With these efforts he also reached another career milestone as he pushed his overall win totals over the fifty win mark.

Whether Ivan will come back and race is still under consideration, but if he is moving on to his new career, Ivan will be remembered as possibly the best greyhound at the racetrack during his time at the Orange Park Kennel Club. He was very versatile and could win from the front or from just off the pace. If he decided to hit the lid, he has track record type speed, and could leave fields at time by ten or more lengths. Ivan was a man amongst boys in certain times, and if came to run, the race was for place.

Congratulation to the B & J Kennel, Bill and Cathie Lambert, Owner Henry Howe, Trainer Tom Artzer, Chris Grieb, and everyone else connected with this great greyhound.

Penny Candy and Count Ivan were a big part of World Class Greyhound Racing at the Orange Park Kennel Club and both will be missed by patron, fan, employee, and kennel personal alike.

Here's to success in the future and thanks for giving us the privilege of watching you run.

2010 JJP Silver Cup Preview

2010-08-16T14:23:00.000-04:00

It's the best time at the racetrack again here at the Orange Park Kennel Club, and if you can't guess what I mean, I will spell it out for you.

S-T-A-K-E R-A-C-I-N-G T-I-M-E.

Yep that's right, the best of the best will be competing once again to see who is the top dog here over the oval at Orange Park in the 2010 edition of the James J Patton Silver Cup.

This event will run over the 550 yard course with 7 races on August 20th, 7 more on August 23rd, cutting the field almost in half, 4 races on August 27th, and the semi-finals feature 3 races on August 30th. The finals of this event will take place on Saturday Evening September 4th.

Looking at the entries this race is really going to be something to follow. We have a great mix of stakes winners, over both 550 and 660 yards, stakes veterans and finalists, and a whole bunch of new talent that might just be able to show off a new trick or two to the competition.

Leading the charge has to be Paddy Whacker. The winner of the 2010 JGR Puppy Stakes, Paddy is the only stakes winner at 550 yards in the field. Recently he has not been breaking like he can, but when he sees the lead, no one at the racetrack can run him down before the finish line. If he gets back to breaking, like he did in the last stakes, this event will be his to lose.

The other stakes winner in 2010 in the entries is Eds Budby. Better over the longer 660 yard distance, this Orange Park Derby winner, will have to make a sooner charge to get things done over 550. He is well rested and looks up to the challenge as he won easily in his warm up race over this distance. If he gets it all together, he too could challenge for double stakes titles on the year.

Gm's Cashman might be someone to look out for as well. He was the winner of the Night of Stars feature race over 550 yards back in July. He is a solid breaker that always seems to be around at the finish line. Even though he has not won a ton of races as of late, he is always a threat to do so, and might just have a surprise in store for the favorites again in this race.

Other notables to mention:

DQ has Ru Tuff Enuf, Miss Romy and La's Silver who are all stakes finalist and who have all finished in the money in a final round race. Each has talents all their own and if any of them decide to run, they could go a long way once again in this stakes.

Lester Raines also has a talented group including the old and the new. Citation Cam and Uss Fine Touch are still around and making yet another run at a stakes title. Leading Steps is here too and don't forget he has made the money twice in two attempts against the best eight. The biggest surprise might be the Afleet Alex pups Really Xtreme and Really Gonnarock. Both are huge closers and can beat some talented fields beyond their years. Looking to make some noise like dear old dad, the pups might be the ones to shine brightest this time around.

Gs Ashlynn from Willis also has multiple stakes final experience, along with B & J's Wp's Commodore who was a puppy stakes finalist.

All in all another great field of greyhound ready to compete for the title in the James J Patton Silver Cup.

Afleet Red Ready Again

2010-08-03T14:08:00.000-04:00

After a short rest, everything is transferred and done and now she is poised to see the live racetrack in her upcoming races.

This little girl might have missed almost two months but it seemed to do her no harm. Ok, so she finished 3rd in her schooling race on Monday evening, but you need to look at how she ran to get a good indication on how she is going to do.

As the box opened up, she totally missed her break and was outrushed to the first turn. There she was trailing behind the field and some puppies would have just thrown in the towel, but not Afleet Red. This little girl put her head down and just kept on coming. One by one she picked off the competition and down the stretch she was closing like a Mack truck. She gave everything she had and was nosed out for place at the finish line, 3 and a half lengths behind the winner.

2nd Grade: Distance: 550 Condition: Fast

Payday Lily 57 2 1 2 2 1 3.5 31.96 Came Back Again Mt

Instantly Aware 58 7 3 1 2 1 1 2 3.5 32.20 Overtaken In Stretch

Afleet Red 59 4 6 4 4 3 3.5 32.21 Advanced To Show

Afleet Aristo 73.5 8 5 5 3 4 4 32.23 Overcame Trouble

Double Tuf 61.5 5 4 6 6 5 12 32.79 Shuffled 1st Turn

Bh's Lil Scoop 67 1 2 3 5 6 16 33.08 Big Loss In Stretch

Stacey Blanch Kennel, R, F, 01/27/09, Kiowa Mon Manny - Payday Robin

RACE REPLAY

New owner Thomas Kennedy has to be thrilled with her effort and the prospect of her talking home some paychecks in upcoming weeks at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Another thing that might peak his interest too is the possibilities of what is to come in the future. Two of her littermates, Really Xtreme and Really Gonnarock, are both already in grade A and Xtreme got there undefeated in just 4 starts. All three posses some good late speed and later or in their careers they might even be able to run further around the racetrack.

Things are looking great for the new sire, AFLEET ALEX, as he has thrown some fantastic looking greyhound in limited breedings for Lester Raines.

Speaking of Lester, everyone here at Greyhounds as Pets of Northeast Florida just wants to thank him once again for his generous donation of Afleet Red and the over $9000 that it brought in to the adoption program.

I also have a bit of news for those of you that might have missed out on the first drawing. I've heard that you might just get another chance at it this fall. Yep plans are in the works for another greyhound pup giveaway to benefit GAP of NE Florida. Thanks again Lester, Deb, and Mike for all you hard work and keep tuned into us, further details to come.

Weekend Update - Stakes winners and more at OP!

2010-07-30T16:56:00.000-04:00

Friday - 7/30/2010

What an exciting weekend ahead at the Orange Park Kennel Club. One filled with interesting questions!

Can the puppy stakes winner get back to winning? Can the Night of Stars winner get back on top at the wire? Can the Night of Stars runner up get some revenge? Can the old timer get it done once again on the lead? And the most burning question can the Afleet Alex pup continue to remain undefeated in his young career?

All of these questions, and more, will be answered this weekend at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

Many answers come in the first race on the weekend in the 10th race for Friday night.

1. Ahk Lady Deanna (Coldwater Keelin - C Ya Martinique) is a solid grade A greyhound that likes the rail and has enough early speed to be around early on. A sleeper at best, she might just surprise all tonight.

2. Gm's Cashman (Dodgem By Design - Gs Gertie) was the NOS winner and took down the leader late to get it done. In against steps again, it could be his chance to get back into the winners circle at the line.

3. Leading Steps (Lonesome Cry - Tk Ashira) is the best breaker in the bunch and will have the early lead in this race. Her only question is, can she hold off all of the late speed in the deep stretch and win?

4. Kiowa Judge (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Agent) has taken well to the racetrack and has showing some talent around the front end in races. He will need to come out running in order to contend here.

5. Paddy Whacker (Heart Rumble* - Spicy Candy) was the puppy stakes winner and has the best raw speed of anyone in this race. He is almost outside, which is good, but he needs to be closer early on in order to get up late to steal away the win.

6. Kiowa Dani (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Mary Tammi) rested and ready to go again, this early speed only machine is best on the front end of races. She needs to come out running here against this tough field.

7. Klarissa (Fuzzys Cannon - Well Chosen) is a solid grade a chaser that can come on a bit at the end of her races. Here the post is not in her favor, but if she gets around well, she might be a super factor.

8. Come On Takatrip (Fuzzys Cannon - Instant Vintage) is a big strong closer from DQ that will be making it interesting late in this effort. Don't look for him early on, but if the mood suits him, he could be a force at the finish line.

Very interesting race here. We all know who is going to the early lead, Leading Steps, but once again is he going to be able to hold it till the finish line. He just missed in the Night of Stars race as Gm's Cashman stole away the win in the final few steps. Can that happen again here? Sure, but it might be Paddy Whacker that takes the thunder from both of them. If he wants to run, no one or no lead, will be safe. He has tremendous raw speed and can come from nowhere to take home the victory. These three should be a good play no matter how you slice it. Three fantastic greyhounds battling early and late for the win. Isn't that what everyone wants to see and bet on? I DO! The best of the rest prize goes out to Klarissa. Enough early to get close and enough late to stay there for the duration. Forget the last effort and concentrate on the previous 5 in row in the money. (3-2-5-7)

Saturday - 7/31/2010

Race two is the 11th on the card for Saturday matinee at the Orange Park Kennel Club.

1. Uss West Coast (Lonesome Cry - Uss Mysterious) loves the rail and you can't get any closer than the 1 box! Breaking quick is the only concern. If he can clear early, he might just be the one to beat in this effort.

2. For The Win (Lewis And Wax - Ww Ellen's Time) like most out of this dam, they are as fast as they want to be, you just really never know when the light will be turned on. If she breaks fast, watch out!

3. Kiowa Mon Dolly (Kiowa Mon Manny - Kiowa Kays Dream) comes back off an extended leave and jumps right back in against the grade A's . Too much, too soon, could be her calling card today.

4. Daycare Ron (Lonesome Cry - Ml Teardrops) is a strong closer that needs to just get around the track cleanly. Without the trouble he will be coming on strong late and challenging for a spot in the money.

5. Miss Kate (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) is riding high off a strong win in her last effort. Clearly from the 5 box might be the biggest hurdle, but if she is around early, her late speed gives her a chance to post up back to back wins.

6. Howdoyoulikethat (Lonesome Cry - Here's The Thing) is tough on top and might just be able to get there in this effort. He is nowhere near his beloved rail, so he will have to work hard in order to win his 3rd race in his last 5 starts.

7. Gs Craig (Lonesome Cry - Tv Candycane Gal) has just moved back to grade A and needs to use his early speed if he wants to stick around. The outside post do him no favors for getting to the rail, today it's all on him.

8. Kiowa Mc Gee (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Kiowa Wild Color) is still just a puppy trying to figure it all out on the racetrack. He has grade A talent, he just needs some more experience. If he can have a unmarred effort, his late speed might get him into contention.

This race is wide open and it really depends on who decides to show up at the start of this effort. No matter what I like the late speed of Miss Kate. She is not phony and will just keep on coming no matter what happens to her in this effort. The 5 box is a big minus. I know she won from there last time out, but she got kind of lucky. If she can follow the speed to the turn, she has a great shot at back to back jacks. Uss West Coast also gets a good look here simply because of the post position. Don't get me wrong, this greyhound can run and run well, but on the rail he takes it to a whole different level. He too needs to be close enough early on, so the break will be critical for him to have a chance to win here. Howdoyoulikethat might just be the best early speed greyhound in the field. He has proven in the past that he can get there and against this field he might just pop the box and be the one to catch. If he does hit the lid, the race might just be for place today. Let's not forget the faucet greyhound, For The Win. This hot and cold runner can show up at the darnest times and steal away the win. You never know when he is going to show up, so you need to keep him in your quiver just in case. If he decides to run, he could easily take home the victory in this race. (5-1-6-2)

Saturday - 7/31/2010

The 3rd feature races, race 7 Saturday night, features something we have not seen in a long time, an undefeated greyhound.

1. Wp's Clinton (Fuzzys Cannon - M's Countess Amy) got refocused on running and winning over his last couple of efforts and it has made a difference. When he breaks he is as fast as anyone, and the 1 box helps him out tonight.

2. La's Gigi (Be Discrete - La's Felisha) has some early speed and can be a factor in races when she breaks and is close to the leaders in the early stages of the race. She needs to have a quick start to have a chance.

3. Mr Barret (Fuzzys Cannon - Miss Kissable) might not have won a ton of races as of late, but he has been a force in almost all of his efforts. He can break and close and is a double threat to the leaders. If he gets a break here or there, he could surprise.

4. Gm's Dale (Deerfield Site* - Steffie's Charm) has loads of early speed and could be the one that is first to the turn in this effort. The problem is that he is short in the stretch and could be again here. Can he hold on? We will see.

5. Wiki Letsgetloud (Always Faithful - Not Short Onluck) is a ship in from Wheeling that has made it to grade A with even steady running. Not big early flash or closing ability, so she will pretty much finish where she started. From the 5 box, she needs to be around early.

6. Bl Punch N Judy (Lonesome Cry - Jr's Mojo) is a whole different greyhound on the front end. When she hits the lid she can go toe to toe with the best of them. Without the lead she has been suspect in the past. A big, BIG, break is needed.

7. Kiowa Top Design (Dodgem By Design - Flying Acme) has hung around the grade A ranks for awhile now and hopes to continue it for a long time. With a bit of break and a bit of close, he is tough, but only if he is close early. Here he needs to get out of the starting box.

8. Really Xtreme (Afleet Alex - Xtreme Hustler) looks to keep the undefeated streak intact in this effort. From the lead or from behind, this puppy has been nothing but perfect. He will have to stop winning sometime, but it might not be tonight. He has been better than this field as of late, streak continues?

Ok so I'm a homer, but I'll go with the Afleet Alex offspring and take Really Xtreme to win this effort. This greyhound might just be a puppy, but he has all the skills of a veteran grade A competitor. He has been faster and better than anyone else in this field in the last 5 efforts in a row. Time to show that last race and all the others wins were not a fluke. He is going to chase early and drive home to steal away another win in this effort tonight. Gm's Dale is the one that Xtreme will be chasing as he has the best early speed and will have early command of this effort. In the stretch he will be no match for the closer and will have to settle for a game effort in place at the finish line. Mr Barret lacks the early speed to get close enough to the lead to steal away the win at the wire, but he does have enough late speed to close and challenge at the finish line. He likes the rail and the 3 box is close enough to contend in this effort. More of the same for this DQ greyhound. Wp's Clinton gets a look because of the post and his last race. There he broke quickly and posted up a strong win and from a great rail box, he might have a chance to factor throughout once again. If he wants to go, he could have a shot at the upset in this effort. (8-4-3-1)

Sunday - 8/1/2010

Capping off the weekend in the 11th race on the card of the Sunday matinee, the veteran gets a chance to shine in the spotlight again.

1. Close Up Magic (Just Kickin It - Getcha Some Play) came up with a big win to move up to grade A in his last effort, but this is the 1 box not the 8 box. That could be a major problem for him in this effort.

2. Passing Gear (Flying Missle - Nikki Di) can hit the lid on occasion and when he does see the front end, he runs as hard as he can for as long as he can. Without the lead he is not the same greyhound, so a huge break is needed once again in this one.

3. Ww Kay Sea (Greys Flamebeau - Ww Kiowa Silver) has won 2 of 6 races since joining the OPKC. In each she cleared early and races off alone. Posted up here, she needs to come out well in order to factor.

4. Pat C Bk Shiraz (Black Shiraz - Paradise) has found not only his break in his last couple of efforts, but the money at the finish line too. He beat some good greyhounds to the turn last time out, but was short late. If he can hit it, he could pull off the upset.

5. Citation Cam (Flying Penske - Ctw Miss Kelly) gets the old award for this race. Ok so she is over 4, but has not slowed down one step. She has found he break and is winning at will once again at OP. If she can get it done, it will be the 53rd in her career.

6. Yo My Dilbert (My Zapper - My Cattie Breeze) has not been breaking like he was and that has been his downfall recently in races. If he is close early he runs really tough and the outside post might be his best friend in this effort.

7. Hanks Dancequeen (Maryville Rumble* - Dance Of Dreams) climbed back to grade A after a strong win in her last effort. She has righted the ship and draws a favorable post once again today. If she wants it, she might just get it.

8. Mohican Cider (Kiowa Sweet Trey - Ww Apple Cider) is a recent shipper that has shown some closing ability so far at the OPKC. From the outside posts she has run well, so the 8 box could get her in the money for the 4th time in 5 starts in this race.

It's throwback time at the Orange Park Kennel Club on Sunday as Citation Cam uses her fresh puppy legs to burst from the starting box, take early control of this race, and last in the stretch for the victory. Trying to challenge should be everyone around her. Ww Kay Sea gets a look even though he has not been too consistent as of late. He has a big upside and with not a lot of speed to his inside, he could break quick and be very close in the early stages of this race. If not, well you know the rest. Pat C Bk Shiraz has really started to come into his own and last time out he beat Citation Cam to the early lead. Granted he was short late, but still that was an accomplishment. Here if he can do it again, you never know. Yo My Delbert is only one of two greyhounds in this field to have 6 grade A races in a row and he needs to get out of his funk. I know he might not be a threat to win, but if he gets out of the starting box, he has a chance to be around throughout. Breaking, breaking, breaking, is the only thing he needs to worry about in this effort. (5-3-4-6)