Fresh from his first victory, Run for James is set to go in just his third career start this Saturday, July 1 at Parx Racing & Casino in Pennsylvania. He’ll be running in the 5th race, which should begin about 2:45 Eastern Time. This will be a first level allowance race and he’ll be the … Continue reading Run for James Heads Back to the Track Seeking Win #2
Run for James Crushes the Field in his Second Start
After a strong third place finish in the first race of his career, the Foundation’s “official” thoroughbred racer, Run for James blasted his way to a big win in just his second outing. Run for James led wire-to-wire in the one mile contest at Parx Racetrack in Pennsylvania on June 5. With jockey Angel Arroyo … Continue reading Run for James Crushes the Field in his Second Start
Run for James Will Be Racing on June 5 – Wish Him Luck!
It’s his second lifetime start, and hopefully it will be a good one! Purse: $ 46,000. For Maidens, Three Years Old. Weight, 121 Lbs. One Mile And Seventy Yards.
Run for James “Shows” Us the Money in His First Race
Run for James finished a very respectable third place in his first start at Philly’s Parx Racetrack on May 15. Despite being bumped at the start of the race and running into a stiff wind. Run for James took the lead and set a strong pace while the ultimate winner of the race drafted behind … Continue reading Run for James “Shows” Us the Money in His First Race
WE’RE OFF TO THE RACES!
The big day is just around the corner for Run for James as the Play for James Foundation’s 3-year-old “champion in waiting” will soon be on the track in actual competition for the very first time. About a week ago the big colt was moved from New York’s Belmont Park to Pennsylvania where the racing … Continue reading WE’RE OFF TO THE RACES!
Kids Pay the Price as St. Anthony High School Faces It’s Worst Fears
Barring a last minute financial windfall, it appears that St. Anthony High School in Jersey City will be forced to close its door at the end of the current school year. The school has been a recipient of the Play for James Foundation’s James P. Koehler Memorial Scholarship award since 2016. This is a terrible … Continue reading Kids Pay the Price as St. Anthony High School Faces It’s Worst Fears
The Big Day at the “Big A” Gets Closer for Run for James
Our last report had our favorite thoroughbred, Run for James, arriving at New York’s Aqueduct Racetrack and prepping for his first start at the legendary park in a few weeks. According to his owner and Play for James Foundation director, Alan Furst, Run for James is “doing fantastic” in training and showing potential championship form. … Continue reading The Big Day at the “Big A” Gets Closer for Run for James
College Baseball with a Heart
(Photo caption) Shown from left to right: Noah Rizio, Christian Estevez, Tyler Pavone, Luis Hidalgo, Matt Meleo, Joe Santigate, Joe Iacobellis and Jake Voss. With the summer baseball season just around the corner, it seems fitting that we remember James in a way he’d surely appreciate and enjoy. Pictured above are some of James’ former players … Continue reading College Baseball with a Heart
Run for James: A Guaranteed Winner… with Your Help
Several months ago we told you about Run for James, a then 2-year-old thoroughbred owned by two of our Directors, Alan Furst and Michael Harrison. As Alan and Michael admitted at the time, they generally have a hard time naming their racehorses, but not this one. “Knowing James, his spirit, his will to win and … Continue reading Run for James: A Guaranteed Winner… with Your Help
Play for James Foundation Names New Directors
The Play for James Foundation has named nine new members to its Board of Directors. The group includes: Mr. David Boccia Mr. William Castner Dr. Alan Furst, MD Mr. Michael Harrison, Esq. Mr. Sean Meehan Mr. Robert Pavone Ms. Diana Pikulski, Esq. Mr. Joseph Santigate Mr. Greg Thompson, Esq. “We’re thrilled to have these exceptional … Continue reading Play for James Foundation Names New Directors