Behind the Gate

opportunities for women in harness rac- ing. Proceeds and winnings from the races at the vari0us tracks went to chari— ties chosen by the drivers.”

Clare MacDonald was one of the leading trainers and drivers, male or female, in eastern Canada in 2007. Unfortunately,

on june 1, 2008, she suffered a serious injuiy to her face when kicked by one of her trotters preparing for a warm-up at the Truro Raceway. She required surgery to her orbital and cheek bones that kept her on the sidelines for a short period of time. Clare MacDonald was indeed the consummate horseperson.

CDPEC racing action,

l’hoto: Ann MacNeill

“Any girl who has a love for horses arza’ is not afraid of

hard wor/e, can and will do well in this game.

Go get ‘em girls!”

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