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A Tradition He Helped Build: Celebrating Rennie Gellner at the 30th Alberta Breeders’ Fall Classic
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For Immediate Release: Alberta Breeders’ Fall Classic to Celebrate 30th Running
Pick me!”
Trainer Rick Hedge said that’s what Big Hug communicated to him at a yearling auction, where he purchased her for about $3,500.
Fast forward to Saturday night at Century Mile, and Big Hug comes into the Alberta Breeders’ Fall Classic program as arguably the most accomplished horse on the nine-race card.
A leading trainer in Alberta, Tim Rycoft hasn’t had the year he is accustomed to.
He hopes that changes this weekend with Saturday’s annual Alberta Fall Classic.
Alberta Breeders’ Fall Classic – The Richest Day in Alberta Racing! 🔥
Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 13 at Century Mile Racetrack, where Alberta-breds take center stage with seven stakes races worth $60,000 each 🏇. That’s over $400,000 in purses dedicated to celebrating the best of Alberta racing!
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Who to Watch: BIG HUG
Alberta-bred superstar BIG HUG is proving to be one of the most exciting horses on the track this season! After sweeping three major awards at the Night of Champions—including Champion Older Mare, Champion Alberta Bred, and the coveted Horse of the Year—she’s kept the momentum going strong.
H K Rapper: The Alberta-Bred Champion You Need to Know
Join us for an exclusive video interview with Kerry Wilson, the breeder behind the 2023 Beaufort Stakes winner, H K Rapper. Kerry’s story is one of passion, dedication, and vision, beginning with his decision to breed the talented mare Mimipaoponchis, a daughter of Broken Vow. That decision laid the foundation for a remarkable Alberta-bred star.
H K Rapper has built an impressive racing record, earning almost $100,000 and placing in 15 of his 25 starts, including four victories. Among those wins, his triumph in the prestigious 2023 Beaufort Stakes stands out as a career highlight and a proud moment for Alberta breeding.
Kerry’s journey is a testament to the excitement and rewards of breeding and racing Alberta-breds. Horses like H K Rapper show the incredible potential that comes from supporting local breeding programs.
So why wait? Add some excitement to your life and join the action. Have some fun—get an Alberta-bred!
Dive into the exciting world of Alberta horse racing with this exclusive video interview featuring Gerald and Tina Stone, the proud breeders of the exceptional Itsallgoodman. This graded stakes-placed gelding has made his mark as one of Alberta’s finest, earning multiple championship titles and thrilling racing fans across the province.
In 2023, Itsallgoodman was crowned Alberta Champion Two-Year-Old, Alberta Champion Sprinter, and Champion Alberta-bred, solidifying his place as a standout in the Alberta racing scene. His impressive achievements include:
2023 Alberta Premier’s Futurity
Back-to-back wins in the CTHS Sales Stakes (2023 & 2024)
With speed, heart, and consistency, Itsallgoodman is the kind of horse that showcases the incredible talent coming out of Alberta’s breeding programs. Breeders like Gerald and Tina Stone are passionate about producing top-tier athletes, and their success with Itsallgoodman is proof that Alberta-breds are built to compete and win.
Big Hug: Alberta’s Champion Mare and Racing Superstar
Experience the incredible story of Big Hug in this exclusive video interview with her breeders, Paul Luft and Chalet Stable. A true Alberta-bred sensation, Big Hug has risen to stardom through her outstanding talent, resilience, and consistent success on the racetrack.
Crowned 2022 Alberta Champion Two-Year-Old and 2023 Alberta Champion Three-Year-Old, Big Hug has become a dominant force in Alberta racing. A standout performer in the Alberta Breeders' Fall Classic series, she has triumphed in three signature races:
2022 Sturgeon River Stakes
2023 Alberta Oaks
2024 Alberta Fall Classic Distaff Handicap
Her racing career has only improved with each passing year. Among her long list of victories are these notable stakes wins:
2022: Sturgeon River Stakes, Princess Margaret Stakes
2023: Alberta Oaks, CTHS Sales Stakes, Chariot Chaser Handicap
2024: Lynn Chouinard Handicap, Alberta Fall Classic Distaff Handicap, R.K. Red Smith Handicap, CTHS Sales Stake