Kristy Gazzier Archives • The Racing Biz

“Big, happy” Hammer leads way for Gazzier barn

Ted Black / 11 months

5 min read

With two straight wins, Hammer is leading the way for the productive, family-oriented barn of trainer Kristy Gazzier.

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Bug rider Marshall Mendez making early mark at CT

Ted Black / 4 years
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5 min read

Apprentice jockey Marhsall Mendez is making a mark at Charles Town Races, shooting up the standings while riding for numerous trainers- and hoping for more.

Trainer Kristy Gazzier: “Wouldn’t want to be anywhere else

Ted Black / 8 years

8 min read

Young trainer Kristy Gazzier, a Charles Town native just starting her second year training, says she “wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.”

Colonial Downs unveils new look for 2026

Remembering “both King Leatherburys”

PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, Feb. 12

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: February 12, 2026

THA open letter recognizes “serious concerns” with HISA

Hall of Fame trainer King Leatherbury, 92, passes

“Big, happy” Hammer leads way for Gazzier barn

Bug rider Marshall Mendez making early mark at CT

Trainer Kristy Gazzier: “Wouldn’t want to be anywhere else

Remembering “both King Leatherburys”

PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, Feb. 12

THA open letter recognizes “serious concerns”.

Hall of Fame trainer King Leatherbury,.

The Racing Biz launches new podcast.

LRL: Taj Mahal lives up to.