steeplechase Archives

Colonial and Saratoga previews: Busy week ahead for the jumpers

By National Steeplechase Association | August 29, 2022

As the summer steeplechase season winds down, four races are on tap this week at Colonial Downs in Virginia and Saratoga in upstate New York. It’s a busier week than usual as a result of the rescheduling of the $75,000 Michael G. Walsh novice stakes at the Spa, which was postponed by heavy overnight rain on Aug. 23 and recarded for Thursday Sept. 1.

Saratoga Preview: Seven square off in Walsh

By National Steeplechase Association | August 23, 2022

Wednesday’s $75,000 Michael G. Walsh novice stakes at 2 ⅜ miles is an intriguing contest that pits up-and-coming hurdlers against proven competitors at this level.

Colonial Downs recap – August 22

By National Steeplechase Association | August 22, 2022

Our Bab takes Rouse; Garner and Young sweep both ends of steeplechase double-header

$100,000 Rouse tops Colonial card

By National Steeplechase Association | August 21, 2022

The centerpiece of the summer steeplechase season at Colonial Downs in New Kent, Va., takes place tomorrow with the running of the $100,000 Randolph D. Rouse hurdle stakes for fillies and mares at 2 ¼ miles.

Snap Decision’s win in the Sheppard is one for the history books

By National Steeplechase Association | August 18, 2022

Bruton Street-US’ Snap Decision captured the Grade 1 $150,000 Jonathan Sheppard hurdle stakes at Saratoga on Wednesday, carrying the most weight to victory in more than a generation.

Snap Decision headlines G1 Sheppard

By National Steeplechase Association | August 15, 2022

The marquee race on the summer steeplechase calendar — a contest that often has championship implications — takes center stage on Wednesday at Saratoga.