KTTC AND SMARTY JONES GO TWO FOR TWO

Kids to the Cup and Smarty Jones parlayed winning trips at Churchill Downs into successful journeys at Pimlico.

Over 30 members and parents joined together at the '04 Preakness to tour the backside Friday morning and to watch in awe as Smarty Jones won the second leg of the Triple Crown on Saturday.

The day before the race the KTTC contingent met with trainers Kristen Mulhall, (Imperialism), Jason Orman (Rock Hard Ten) and John Servis (Smarty Jones). The trainers each spoke with the group, signed autographs and posed for photos.

During the afternoon KTTC members enjoyed the outstanding racing card and had their photo taken in the historic Pimlico winner's circle.

At night, the group joined horse owners and trainers at the annual Pre-Preakness bash at Camden Yards as the Baltimore Orioles battled the Anaheim Angels.

On Preakness Day the winners of KTTC's Triple Crown Essay Contest and their parents sat in box seats as they witnessed Smarty Jones' triumphant performance. The winners in attendance were: Brooke Ketron, Ashley Piros, Michael Smith, Ty Diringer, and Lauren Shoff.

After the race the group was escorted back to the stable area for a post-race celebration that included up-close and personal time with Eddington, Rock Hard Ten and, of course, the winner Smarty Jones. KTTC members watched as the undefeated runner enjoyed his post-race bath.

As the sun set in the Baltimore sky everyone agreed that this was a Preakness they would long remember, especially the members of Kids to the Cup. It was a Road Trip for the ages!

To order copies of the above photo contact:
Maryland Jockey Club
PO Box 130
Laurel, MD 20725
Attn: Group Sales Department
Photos are $10.00 each. Make check out to: Double J Photos
Maryland Jockey Club (410) 542-9400

KTTC members surround winning jockey Ramon Dominguez in the winner’s circle. 

Jockey Ramon Dominguez tells KTTC members how he did it.

Winning trainer John Servis talks with media after the race.

KTTC Essay Contest winner Ty Diringer with Derby and Preakness winner John Servis.

KTTC member Brooke Ketron and trainer Kristin Mulhall