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Jockey Forest Boyce, "Queen of Maryland," shines in the male-dominated world of horse racing
BALTIMORE - Jockeys are among the fittest athletes in the sporting world. Only 8% of these elite athletes are women, and one of the most successful jockeys in the mid-Atlantic region, of either sex, is Maryland's own Forest Boyce. Horse racing is physically grueling and often dangerous. It wasn't until 1968 that the first woman was licensed to ride in thoroughbred races. Today, Boyce shines. The 39-year-old woman's career earnings total close to $36 million. A wise man wouldn't bet against her. Boyce is not riding in the Preakness Stakes this Saturday, but will be riding in three races earlier in the day...
National Learn to Swim Day: Learn in Prince William County
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Saturday is National Learn to Swim Day and Prince William County swim instructors are encouraging beginners to hop in the pool. Prince William County Parks and Recreation officials stressed the importance of kids learning how to swim, especially with summer fast approaching. Water Safety Instructor Aniyah Henderson, […]
48 Marylanders among the more than 2,500 who own a piece of Preakness winner Seize the Grey
When Liz Ruffini, of Towson, received a MyRacehorse gift card from her father for her birthday a couple of years back, she was simply excited that the platform would allow her to own a share of a horse. In 2019, she and her dad, Steve, had started to regularly attend races at Laurel Park and the gift got her one step closer to racing. Purchasing a horse is typically a pricey endeavor, but ...
Martin homers, has 5 RBI for Middletown South in win over Woodbridge - Softball recap
Kathryn Martin was 3-for-4 with two doubles, a home run and five RBI to help Middletown South win, 8-3, over Woodbridge in Middletown. Riley Smith pitched a complete game, allowed eight hits, three earned runs, walked two and struck out 12 for Middletown South (10-8). Smith was also 2-for-4 at the plate.
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