Sean Clancy

Checking in late today. Hectic day while sitting in front of the computer. Distracted. A long and getting longer list of things to do.  I’m a long way behind Joe and Tom in the iRun Local 1,000 Mile Challenge but there is only one way to catch up. Going for a run around the block. … Read more

Another Saratoga star has gone. Get Stormy, winner of the Lure, Bernard Baruch and Fourstardave over five seasons at Saratoga, died March 6. An over-achiever on the track and as a stud, the white-faced stalwart became a favorite around The Saratoga Special office. For a lot of reasons. Bred and owned by throwback owner, Mary … Read more

“I don’t have a clue what I’m going to do here.” “I don’t know what the hell that is.” “Man, this guy got creative…” This from the electricians outside my door, on the steps to the attic. They go up the steps, down the steps, it sounds like the defensive line of the Packers. Classic … Read more

Long day.  Looked at the stars at Sky Meadows State Park and a dinner party last night. I was doing night check at midnight.  Sunday barn duty – eight horses, all looking for something. No blankets, that’s a bonus.  Toiled in the garden in between morning and afternoon chores. March, when the sky’s the limit … Read more

We gathered. For the Virginia Steeplechase Awards last night. Big turnout. Great to see.  Riverdee accepted two awards, the Virginia Owner of the Year and the Virginia owned Horse of the Year for City Dreamer.  I said a few words. Here goes.  First of all, I’d like to take a moment for the people of … Read more

Where did the week go? Manic Friday. Miles back to school. Hammers and saws on the northeast side of the house. Need to ride one horse. Rehearse two acceptance speeches for the Virginia Steeplechase Association’s awards tonight. Two stories to write for Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred (I’m getting there, Joe). Saturday Special. Races to watch Friday. Form … Read more

Life on the farm. The mouse trap is gone, not a good sign. Set in the sliver between the cabinet and the stove, the contraption is gone this morning. Three killings in two nights and this morning it’s gone. Are they mad? A revolution? We’ve never had a mice issue, until the renovation, put it … Read more

It’s that time of day. Buckle down for another hour or get outside, run, walk, have a catch, weed the garden… Toiled all day. Emails. Phone calls. Sales pitches. Service calls on the farm. Proofing a brochure. Door trim choices.  It’s 63 degrees. Miles is restless. I’m restless.  See you tomorrow. Sean is trying to … Read more

Spring is definitely in the air. Managed 3 miles around the Hill School campus this evening. Stunning views from the top of the hill, flag waving, Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance, sun slicing under the clouds and beyond the mountains, every shade of every color cascading. Nothing could feel farther from Ukraine.  Sean is … Read more

Spring is nearly here… Trainers are sending videos of new prospects jumping logs and rolls.  Spring is nearly here…  We’ve sold four shares in four horses in the past two days. Spring is nearly here…  We’ve opened the windows.  Spring is nearly here… We’ve washed the purple Rambo rugs.  Spring is nearly here… Babe Ruth … Read more