Sweepstakes classes will run in this manner:  A representative for each entry will meet with the show secretary at a designated time to draw numbers. If a representative is not present, one will be appointed for that entry. In the case of a representative drawing for more than 1 entry, the name of the entry being drawn for will be declared prior to the draw. This will be the order of entry for the Sweepstakes horses. The only change that will be allowed occurs when a handler has multiple entries and draws numbers that do not allow at least two horses to go between his/her entries. In this case the handler may drop down no more than 2 numbers or trade numbers with another entry. The class will begin with each entry in order drawn making an individual appearance of a maximum of 2 minutes before the judge, then leaving the ring. After the last horse has left the ring and after the judge has made the selection, the top 12 entries (or more at the discretion of the judge) will be announced and then a 10-minute break will follow. After the break, the previously-announced top entries will re-enter the ring and line up on the rail, and the judge will complete the class.

 

*Also New In 2006 which will continue is the  MMHBF $1000 Open Park Stake class sponsored by Damian Hyde Stables, Damian & Melinda Hyde.