Marla Simpson - Articles

The author is part of a team that produces data and articles for a horse racing website. http://www.casetherace.com/

Kentucky Derby 2009

The countdown to the 2009 Kentucky Derby has begun. Since 1875, this celebrated race has captured the hearts of horse racing fans. Filled with excitement and anticipation, crowds will flood into Churchill Downs on May 2, 2009 for the 135th Kentucky Derby. There are many things that make the Derby the... Read

By: Marla Simpson | 12/04/2009 | Sports & Fitness

Fan Association Recruits and Educates New Thoroughbred Fans

Michael Amo, Chairman of the Thoroughbred Racing Fan Association (also known as ThoroFan), is on a mission. As the leader of the nascent fan organization and longtime horse racing fan himself, he wants to preserve and enhance an industry he loves. Fan education is one of the key challenges he... Read

By: Marla Simpson | 02/03/2009 | Sports & Fitness

Horse Racing Handicappers Discover Equine Biomechanics

The world of horse racing handicapping is a complex game with many variables. Most handicappers are aware of the importance of time- tested data on speed and past performances. What most handicappers do not know is that a new kind of data has become available. This data, generated through a... Read

By: Marla Simpson | 03/12/2008 | Sports & Fitness