Behind the Gate ‘2‘?

I asked this hard—working. intelligent. and skilled trainer’driver \vhich role he pre— ferred — trainer or driver and why. The response was quick. "We will go back 20 years an;l I loved driving. For the next 20, I loved training. I think that if you ask any trairer/driver that has some age you will get the same answer. I really enjoyed both. Tlie training of a young horse gives you a niajor boost especially when you are responsible for a world champion like lz‘llamom'. ing both roles at major tracks today."

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Years Cl toil in the equine industry enabled Clark and Dottie to raise a large

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Clark Smith

and \\'<)nde1‘lttl family — Donnie. Raymie. Clarkie (deceased). Cindy, Amanda. Rae Anne and Clare. Clark experienced five weeks of radiation treatment at the Victoria General Hospital in Halifax. His very positive approach to life and dealing with his illness was evident when he stat- ed. “I am hoping that when this problem that I am having is cleaned up. we will he back again at the track."

In 2007. the Prince Edward Island Standardbred Horse Owners Association honored Clark with the prestigious award “Horseman of the Year” at the annual banquet. It was a very popular choice.

Rose Ibbin and Clark Smith.

l’hoto: Gordon Slaunwhite

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