Archive for 2022

The Sound of Winning

by Ed Meyer

posted on September 25, 2022 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on The Sound of Winning

My son and I were watching a day of college football. He’s not a big fan like the old man, but still enjoyed it. “Why is it such a big deal with the fight songs and music when they get close to scoring?” – It really didn’t hit me until the game was over and […]

Making Memories and Remembering

by Ed Meyer

posted on September 4, 2022 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Making Memories and Remembering

I always tell readers to take a new person to the races. Especially if they’ve never been and take the time to explain what’s going on during the day. – This makes it more fun and who knows? Maybe you’ve made a lifelong fan for the game. I have a couple of stories; one from […]

Plenty of Room at the Table

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 28, 2022 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Plenty of Room at the Table

The landscape for wagering is in full effect. There are so many avenues to spend your discretionary dollar – the decisions are getting tougher and tougher. I have seen that gamblers at any level love to play for a jackpot of sorts. – Slots and video poker offer up some sizeable feasts for the rapid-fire […]

Good Conversations

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 28, 2022 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Good Conversations

  There are good, bad, and the ones you get early in the morning about purchasing a new car warranty. All serve a purpose, but when you have a face-to-face conversation with a legend of racing you tend to be all ears. The door opens into the jocks room. Gently as it swings out and […]

The Right Tools Make All the Difference

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 16, 2022 in General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on The Right Tools Make All the Difference

Some players like action. Others want to turn a profit. But the real gamblers like to use good information to keep them ahead of the curve and make consistent money. So, which group do you find yourself?   Forget the sheets, data, or information that tells you exactly who to bet and how much. These […]

Enjoying My Time

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 15, 2022 in General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Enjoying My Time

I made my way down to the race book. A place that saw my face at least 3 times a week, and with a little luck maybe five. This was after a day of calling the races and doing the morning line and tip sheets. Many would have gone home and called it a day, […]

Go the Extra Mile – It Will Payoff

by Ed Meyer

posted on July 31, 2022 in Blogroll, General Discussion, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Go the Extra Mile – It Will Payoff

It’s up to you how you spend your discretionary dollar. Some go to the movies, others enjoy shopping. But is there really anything that compares to the excitement of horse racing? Some enjoy the whirling reels and random spins of a slot machine. That’s just fine. Some enjoy the action of rapid-fire pulls or button […]

Can Sports Betting Help Racing?

by Ed Meyer

posted on July 27, 2022 in Educational Articles, General Discussion, Horse Racing, Other Events, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on Can Sports Betting Help Racing?

We’ve all made a couple bucks bet with a buddy and watched the big game. – The idea is pretty much the same, but now we could have a central location to make our big bet on the game and catch a few races before kickoff. What more could a gambler want?? As sports gambling […]

The Beginning of the Week is for Bankroll Building

by Ed Meyer

posted on July 19, 2022 in General Discussion, Handicapping, Horse Racing, WinningPonies.com | Comments Off on The Beginning of the Week is for Bankroll Building

Sometimes we forget how to grind it out and take what you can get. Most feel they have a bankroll, and they are in the game until the pocket is empty or a few winners that keep them going. But there is a secret. – Take what you can get and appreciate it. Many times, […]

HISA – The Dawn of a New Day

by Ed Meyer

posted on July 19, 2022 in General Discussion, Horse Racing | Comments Off on HISA – The Dawn of a New Day

Established when the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act was signed into federal law in 2020, the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) is responsible for drafting and enforcing uniform safety and integrity rules in thoroughbred racing in the U.S. Overseen by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HISA was created to implement, for the first time, […]