Thoroughbred Rulings Archive
Monday, 07 July 2025 18:19

Ruling T047-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - July 7, 2025

OWNER/TRAINER, AUTHORIZED AGENT, RODNEY JAMES CONE, PERM. ADD.: SUNDRE, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. JUNE 15, 1946, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) for failing to notify HORSE RACING ALBERTA Security that the horse “ARTIC CAUSE WAY” would be shipped in to Century Mile Racetrack and Casino on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Policy No. RLP012 dated August 14, 2024.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 123(1), 286(a) and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Monday, 07 July 2025 18:15

Ruling T046-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - July 7, 2025

OWNER/TRAINER, AUTHORIZED AGENT, RODNEY JAMES CONE, PERM. ADD.: SUNDRE, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. JUNE 15, 1946, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) for failing to notify HORSE RACING ALBERTA Security that the horse “FINE A REASON” would be shipped in to Century Mile Racetrack and Casino on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Policy No. RLP012 dated August 14, 2024.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 123(1), 286(a) and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Saturday, 05 July 2025 01:13

Ruling T045-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - July 5, 2025

JOCKEY, KYLE HILTON O’NEAL CARTER, PERM. ADD.: CHRIST CHURCH, BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS, D.O.B. DECEMBER 17, 1992, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #6 “ROCKTILLYOUDROP” in Race 2, Friday, July 4, 2025. (First Offense)

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Friday, 04 July 2025 01:09

Ruling T044-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - July 4, 2025

TAKE NOTICE that the TRAINER’S LICENCE OF ALIVIA PAIGE KETTLESON, PERM. ADD.: PARKLAND COUNTY, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. MAY 5, 1986, is hereby CANCELLED WITHOUT PREJUDICE EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY so that she may be licensed in another capacity. (Assistant Trainer)

Friday, 04 July 2025 01:06

Ruling T043-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - July 4, 2025

OWNER/TRAINER, AUTHORIZED AGENT, JASON EDWARD CONEY, PERM. ADD.: SEXSMITH, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. SEPTEMBER 14, 1977, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) for entering the horse “BRIAR’S ROSE” in Race 1, Friday, July 4, 2025, without having two (2) qualifying workouts within a period of thirty (30) days, therefore necessitating a late Stewards scratch.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 164(1)(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Wednesday, 02 July 2025 01:02

Ruling T042-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino July 2, 2025

OWNER/TRAINER, PONY PERSON, JESSICA LEE BELL, PERM. ADD.: DAYSLAND, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. OCTOBER 26, 1983, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) for disturbing the peace at a racetrack and for being disrespectful towards another racing participant on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.

Ms. Bell will also be required to complete the “RESPECT IN THE WORKPLACE” online program within fourteen (14) days by Wednesday, July 16, 2025.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 286(a), 287(1)(iii)(xxviii), (xxx), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a)(i).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Tuesday, 01 July 2025 01:00

Ruling T041-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - July 1, 2025

JOCKEY, DANE DAMAR ST AUBYN NELSON, PERM. ADD.: RED DEER, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. AUGUST 16, 1984, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #5 “KAUAI DAN” in Race 4 on Saturday, June 28, 2025. (Second Offence)

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rules 210(3)(d), 286(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days

Tuesday, 01 July 2025 00:58

Ruling T040-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino July 1, 2025

JOCKEY, ENRIQUE ALONSO GONZALEZ, PERM. ADD.: EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. JULY 13, 1982, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY DOLLARS ($140.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #1 “EITHERINORINTHEWAY” in Race 5 on Saturday, June 28, 2025. (First Offence)

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rules 210(3)(d), 286(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Saturday, 28 June 2025 21:31

Ruling T039-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - June 28, 2025

JOCKEY, LINTON LEON STEADMAN, PERM. ADD.: KINGSTON, JAMAICA, D.O.B. JULY 10, 1990, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF FIFTY DOLLARS ($50.00) for failing to report the correct weight to the Clerk of Scales for Race 11, Friday, June 27, 2025 at Century Mile Racetrack & Casino.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 228(4), 230(1), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Saturday, 28 June 2025 21:29

Ruling T038-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - June 28, 2025

JOCKEY, TEVIN RAYON FOSTER, PERM. ADD.: KINGSTON, JAMAICA, D.O.B. JULY 3, 1994, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($300.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #8 “BAKFIRE BABY” in Race 9, Friday, June 27, 2025. (Third Offense.)

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Friday, 27 June 2025 21:27

Ruling T037-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - June 27, 2025

JOCKEY, DESMOND DELISLE BRYAN, PERM. ADD.: ST. PATRICKS, CHRIST CHURCH, BARBADOS, D.O.B. AUGUST 27, 1971, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($300.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #8 “HENRY’S GAMBLE” in Race 5, Tuesday, June 24, 2025. (Third offense.)

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Friday, 27 June 2025 21:25

Ruling T036-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - June 27, 2025

JOCKEY, BRIAN EMMANUEL BOODRAMSINGH, PERM. ADD.: ARIMA, TRINIDAD & TOBAGO, D.O.B. DECEMBER 27, 1991, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY DOLLARS ($320.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #5 “WHO’S THAT BABY” in Race 1, Tuesday, June 24, 2025. (Second Offense.)

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Friday, 27 June 2025 21:23

Ruling T035-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - June 27, 2025

JOCKEY, DESMOND DELISLE BRYAN, PERM. ADD.: ST. PATRICKS, CHRIST CHURCH, BARBADOS, D.O.B. AUGUST 27, 1971, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #7 “PATRIOTIC FREEDOM” in Race 4, Tuesday, June 24, 2025. (Second offense.)

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Friday, 27 June 2025 21:21

Ruling T034-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - June 27, 2025

JOCKEY, TEVIN RAYON FOSTER, PERM. ADD.: KINGSTON, JAMAICA, D.O.B. JULY 3, 1994, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #1 “LINCHPIN STORM” in Race 6, Tuesday, June 24, 2025. (Second Offense.)

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Friday, 27 June 2025 21:18

Ruling T033-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - June 27, 2025

JOCKEY, N’RICO PRESCOD, PERM. ADD.: BRIDGETOWN, ST MICHAEL, BARBADOS, D.O.B. OCTOBER 8, 1998, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #4 “LIGHT FAST FEET” in Race 5, Tuesday, June 24, 2025. (First Offense.)

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Wednesday, 25 June 2025 21:16

Ruling T032-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - June 25, 2025

The horse “CROWN OF CAIRO” reported by the Official Veterinarian as having BLED (Exercise Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage) following the running of Race 1, Tuesday, June 24, 2025, is hereby PROHIBITED FROM RACING FOR A PERIOD OF FOURTEEN (14) CALENDAR DAYS, JUNE 25 TO JULY 8, 2025 (INCLUSIVE). (First time occurrence.)

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 129(a).

Friday, 20 June 2025 21:13

Ruling T031-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino - June 20, 2025

OWNER/TRAINER, EXERCISE PERSON, PONY PERSON, AUTHORIZED AGENT, CARSON LEONARD FREY, PERM. ADD.: LEDUC, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. APRIL 27, 1974, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00), for entering the horse “CHASE THE CHAOS” in the wrong race, necessitating a late Stewards Scratch in Race 6, on Friday, June 20, 2025.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 190, 286(a), 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 13:54

Ruling T030-2025

MEETING: Whoop-Up Downs, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
June 18, 2025

OWNER, MAX GERALD GIBB, PERM. ADD.: MILLARVILLE, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. JULY 13, 1941.

Having reviewed the complaint regarding the conduct of Owner, Max Gibb and the circumstances surrounding incidents on Monday, April 28, 2025, makes the following findings and sanctions.

Following three (3) separate notices issued to Mr. Gibb for a scheduled hearing into his behaviour, the third notice was hand delivered by a HORSE RACING ALBERTA Security Investigator, Mr. Gibb refused to accept the notice and responded with profane, disrespectful and unprofessional language toward the HORSE RACING ALBERTA Official attempting the delivery. Mr. Gibb did attend the Judges/Stewards Board Hearing on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 on a Teams Hearing.

Evidence presented during the hearing confirms that on April 28, 2025, at approximately 4:04 p.m., Mr. Gibb placed a telephone call to an appointed Steward. The Steward was at home, accompanied by his wife and the call was on speaker phone. During this call, Mr. Gibb used foul, abusive and disrespectful language toward a Steward.

This conduct constitutes a serious breach of the standards expected of licensed participants and is considered prejudicial to the best interests of horse racing.

OWNER, MAX GIBB is hereby FINED THE SUM OF FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) for his unprofessional and abusive conduct toward an appointed Racing Official on April 28, 2025.

Mr. Gibb is further directed to submit a formal written letter of apology to Steward, Scott Dahl. This letter must also be received by the Board of Judges/Stewards within ten (10) days. Failure to comply with the terms of this ruling may result in further disciplinary action as authorized under the Rules of HORSE RACING ALBERTA.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 9.1(g), 286(a), 287(1)(iii), 295(2)(b) and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1)(2) fine to be paid within ten (10) days. By Order of the Board of Judges/Stewards

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 13:44

Ruling T029-2025

MEETING: Whoop-Up Downs, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
June 18, 2025

OWNER, MAX GERALD GIBB, PERM. ADD.: MILLARVILLE, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. JULY 13, 1941.

Having reviewed the complaint regarding Mr. Gibb’s conduct on Friday April 25, 2025, at Rocky Mountain Turf Club (Whoop-Up Downs) in Lethbridge, Alberta at the Information Meeting with the Alberta Community Thoroughbred Racing Association (ACTRA) regarding his intimidating and disrespectful encounter with a Racing Official. Evidence was presented at the Judges/Stewards Board Hearing Mr. Gibb attended on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, on a Teams Hearing.

Mr. Gibb expressed offensive and distasteful remarks toward a Racing Official while in attendance at the Information Meeting which were unprofessional and unprovoked by the Racing Official.

OWNER, MAX GIBB is hereby FINED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($250.00) and is further directed to submit a formal written apology letter to the Assistant Director, Regulatory & Supervisor of Security and Investigations, Theresa Sealy and a copy of the letter sent to the Board of Judges/Stewards within ten (10) days.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 9.1(g), 286(a), 287(1)(iii), 295(2)(b) and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1)(2) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 13:38

Ruling T028-2025

MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino
June 17, 2025

TRAINER, AUTHORIZED AGENT, COLTON TREVOR REID, PERM. ADD.: MOSSLEIGH, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. DECEMBER 22, 1988, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) for his conduct towards Management of Century Mile Racetrack & Casino on Friday, June 13, 2025.

Mr. Reid will also be required to complete the “RESPECT IN THE WORKPLACE” online program to be completed within fourteen (14) days by Wednesday, July 2, 2025.

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 286(a), 287(1)(xxviii), (xxx), and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).

In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.