92 nd Radnor Hunt Races May 20, 2023
Official Program: $5
Official Program: $5
The Brandywine Conservancy has been the sole beneficiary of the Radnor Hunt Races for the last 43 years. With more than $5.5 million raised to date, those funds have fueled the Conservancy’s vital efforts to protect open space and water resources in southeastern Pennsylvania and northern Delaware.
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TOTAL EASEMENTS
51 LANDOWNERS AND MUNICIPALITIES RECEIVED CLIMATE RESILIENCY TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
70,000+
ACRES OF PROTECTED LANDS
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Program Editors: Liz Behler, Christy Wray Greenberg, Nicole Kindbeiter, Brooke Pitone, Suzanne Regnier
Program Design: Joshua Schnapf
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Video Coverage: Alliance @RadnorHuntRaces
CHAIR
George Strawbridge, Jr.
THE FROLIC WEYMOUTH
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & C.E.O.
Virginia A. Logan
RACE COMMITTEE
Francis H. Abbott, Jr.
Pamela Bastings
Marc Benner
Mr. & Mrs. John Borzillo
Mr. & Mrs. J. Jeffrey Bowden
Lesley Brown
Steve Brown
Brian Cawley
Warren I . Claytor
Anna Coyne
Alexandra Cummin
Edward Dougherty
Winfield B. Dougherty
Zoya Egan
George Elser
Stacy Enoch
Adriana Falco
Kelly Forwood
Virginia Funk
Jim Graham
Mrs. John C. Gregory
Mr . & Mrs . Perry C . Gresh
Mr . & Mrs . David L . Hain
Alexandra Hoyle
Eric Hoyle
Reggie Hunt
Livia Klaus
Francis J.X. Marcucci, Jr.
Katherine McKenna
Carolyn Milden
Keith K Moore
Suzanne Moore
Mary Ravenfeld
Brian Rothberg
Steve Sansone
Milica Schiavio
Sally Smith
Donald Tyson
David Vallin
DIRECTOR OF RACING
James Slater
BRANDYWINE CONSERVANCY EVENT MANAGERS
Christy Wray Greenberg & Brooke Pitone
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Lockyer
Bill & Michelle Marvin
Mr . & Mrs . Nathaniel P .
Hamilton
Mr . & Mrs . Nathaniel P .
Hamilton, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. S. Matthews V.
Hamilton, Jr.
Peggy Matje
Robert W . Matje
Mr . & Mrs . Richard Warchol
Sandy Warchol
Mr. & Mrs. Mark C. Ward
Bruce M . Wenner
Harvard C. Wood, IV
JUNIOR COMMITTEE
Victoria Hain
Will Rockafellow
Lauren Steinbeck
HONORARY COMMITTEE
Ms. Carol A. Atterbury
Ms. Elizabeth G. Atterbury
Mrs. Brice M. Clagett
Mr. & Mrs. Bryan Colket
Henry Lafayette Collins III
Mr . & Mrs . Craig W . Cullen
Mr. & Mrs. Paul Gansky
Mr . & Mrs . Collin F . McNeil
Mr. & Mrs. Britton H. Murdoch
Mrs. John J. Nesbitt III
Mr. James Thompson
Mr. Richard H. Thompson, Jr.
Mrs. William R. Wister, Jr.
On behalf of the Radnor Hunt Races Committee, we’re delighted to welcome you to the 92nd Radnor Hunt Races. A Chester County tradition, the Radnor Hunt Races features the best of all that steeplechase racing has to offer. And whether this is your first year at the Races or you’ve attended dozens of times in the past, we know that today will be a day that you, your family and friends will never forget .
Since 1980, the Races have raised more than $5 .5 million to support the Brandywine Conservancy’s open space and clean water programs. So many beautiful areas in this region—including Radnor Hunt’s W . Burling Cocks racecourse—have been forever protected from development thanks to the Conservancy’s efforts making ours a wonderful place to live, work and visit.
Thank you again for joining us as we Race for Open Space. Have a wonderful day .
On behalf of the staff of the Brandywine Conservancy, welcome to the 92nd Radnor Hunt Races!
Since its founding in 1967, the Brandywine Conservancy has protected more than 70,000 acres of open space— including the Radnor Hunt racecourse and surrounding lands—and continues to improve and safeguard water quality, protect outdoor recreation, engage landowners, advance historic preservation, and pursue new perspectives on climate resiliency and sustainability in southeastern Pennsylvania and northern Delaware .
The Race for Open Space has been a key fundraiser to support the Brandywine Conservancy’s open space and clean water programs for more than 40 years . Net proceeds from sponsorships; tent and tailgate reservations; and souvenir, program and ad sales from today’s event will support the Conservancy’s land and water protection efforts for the coming year.
The Radnor Hunt Races is the result of countless hours of planning and would not be possible without our staff— who, with help from the Radnor Hunt Race Committee, Boy Scout Troop 78, and dozens of other volunteers, plan this unforgettable event. We thank each of them for their time, attention to detail and passion for Brandywine’s mission and the sport of steeplechase. We would also like to thank our sponsors and purse donors for providing critical support for the Race for Open Space and, in turn, for the Conservancy’s programs .
Our environmental mission is both positive and long-lasting, and we hope you’ll consider supporting our organization further by becoming a member or donor. Your gift today will help us save and protect even more of our region’s precious resources
Virginia A. Logan The Frolic Weymouth Executive Director and C.E.O., Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art Stephanie Armpriester Director of Conservation and Stewardship, Brandywine Conservancy Grant DeCosta Director of Community Services, Brandywine ConservancyWe’re delighted to welcome representatives from Willistown Boy Scout Troop 78 to present the Colors today. Founded in 1930, Willistown Troop 78 has positively influenced the lives of thousands of young men throughout its dynamic yearly roster of activities that emphasize outdoor skills, leadership training, community service and fun .
The scouts, leaders and families of Willistown Troop 78 have been valued partners of the Radnor Hunt Races for 33 years . They have over 150 volunteers here today . We thank them for their time, effort and enthusiasm!
Founded in 1872, the Orpheus Club of Philadelphia is the oldest independent men’s choral group and social club of its kind in the United States. Each program year the Club presents three formal concerts exclusively for its Associate Members/subscribers . With the opening of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the Club performs in several venues throughout Philadelphia
The Club’s Singing Members also perform at social and charitable occasions throughout the wider community . To invite a group from the Orpheus Club to your event, please contact the Club’s office at 215-641-1872 or send an email to orpheusclub . p hila@gmail . com .
The Radnor Hunt Races are pleased to welcome Michael Finney as today’s announcer .
Michael hails from a long line of horsemen . When not in his gallery/shop, Yoicks!, in Monkton, Maryland, he can be found in the saddle whipping-in to hounds for the Elkridge Harford Hunt Club or in the announcer’s stand at steeplechase meets and polo fields up and down the East Coast.
CORPORATE SPONSORS
Ferrari Philadelphia
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Keystone
The Thomson Family
dfYOUNG
Fox Rothschild LLP
Lockton
DEBPHL
Black Stallion Estate Winery
Warren Claytor Architects, Inc.
Claytor Noone Plastic Surgery
Apogee Insurance Group
West Pharmaceutical Services
EVENT SPONSORS
Peter Zimmerman Architects, Jockey Tent Sponsor
Cherry Knoll Farm, Jump Sponsor
Iron Spring Farm, Carriage Parade Sponsor
1883 Foundation, Katherine W. Illoway Invitational
Sidesaddle Race Sponsor
Brosnan Dental, Pony Race Sponsor
ENB Wealth Solutions, Pony Race Sponsor
The National Bank of Malvern, Pony Race Sponsor
Warren Claytor Architects, Inc., Pony Race Sponsor
Bryn Mawr Landscaping, Equine Care Sponsor
MEDIA PARTNERS
Today Media – Delaware Today, Main Line Today, The Hunt
County Lines Magazine
SPECIAL THANKS TO Alliance
B&D Builders LLC
Brandywine Electronics
Fenceworks
Mamie Duff
Peace Products
Radnor Hunt Pony Club
Rajant
Roots Landscape Sommsation
Willistown Troop 78
Wrong Crowd Beer Company
Zoya Egan
The Radnor Hunt Races have showcased the best of steeplechase racing in Chester County for 92 years. Thanks to Elizabeth R. “Betty” Moran, all proceeds from the race meet have benefited the open space programs of the Brandywine Conservancy since 1980. Until her passing in January of 2020, Betty was an integral part of the event and the Brandywine by serving on the Board of Directors of the Museum & Conservancy, Chairing the Race committee, hosting sponsor events at her Brushwood Stable, and providing generous financial support.
Betty, like the landmark race tower seen from Providence Road, is part of the rich history of the Radnor Races The iconic three-story stewards’ tower has been an important part of our event since it was built in the early 1990s. Rising over the course, the tower allows the race officials a bird’seye view to see and call the day’s races . It has become a beloved sight for those who live near or travel by Radnor Hunt .
Last spring, with help of the Conservancy, Radnor Hunt launched a $250,000 campaign to repair and restore the tower to ensure its safety and use for generations to come. By December of 2022, through the generous contributions of Radnor Hunt members, race patrons and committee members, approximately half of the funds had been raised .
In January of this year, the Moran Family offered to close the fundraising gap to honor their mother’s life-long dedication to the Radnor Hunt Races. Thanks to their generosity, and the craftsmanship of B & D Builders, the tower will be safe and secure and now known as the Elizabeth R. Moran Tower—a very fitting tribute to someone so well known for her love of horses and philanthropic support in Chester County .
We are pleased to host Pony Races again this year . Organized as lead line races in 2022 by life-long equestrian and Radnor Hunt Races Committee member Anna Coyne, this year’s Pony Races feature four heats: two lead line and two flat races.
Our pony races are open to juniors who have not reached their 16th birthday as of the first of the current year. Mounts to be a minimum of 5 years old . Riders competing in lead line may not also compete in small or large pony flat races. Ribbons are awarded for win, place, show and best turned out .
Children who ride learn self-discipline, patience and responsibility. They also learn to become stewards of the open space required to support all equestrian sports . Please give them—and their parents—a hearty round of applause!
For riders four years old and younger . Walk and trot only. Approximately 30 yards . Sponsored by Warren Claytor Architects, Inc.
For riders from five to eight years old. Walk and trot only. Approximately 30 yards. Sponsored by National Bank of Malvern
For small ponies ridden by jockeys who have not reached their 16th birthday as of the 1st of the year. Approximately one to two furlongs (exact distance will be based on entries). Sponsored by Brosnan Dental
For large ponies ridden by jockeys who have not reached their 16th birthday as of the 1 st of the year. Approximately two to four furlongs (exact distance will be based on entries). Sponsored by ENB Wealth Solutions
Achuff grew up in Glen Riddle, Pennsylvania and was a teenager when he first worked as an exercise rider. He became a regular jockey on the National Steeplechase Association circuit in the 1970s and 1980s. He rode his first race May 23, 1970, at Fair Hill in Maryland, finishing seventh aboard Tip Tank for Woodcrest Stable. Achuff had many wins while teaming primarily with legendary trainer Morris “Pop” Dixon. His first official win came May 8, 1971, at Radnor in Pennsylvania aboard Waterloo Place—a race meet where Achuff would ultimately take the reins as Race Director.
Achuff rode many races in the 1970s and into the 1980s and put together a five-win season in 1984. The highlight was a flat win aboard future member of Thoroughbred Racing’s Hall of Fame, Flatterer, at Tanglewood in North Carolina. Achuff then retired as a jockey but returned for one more ride in an amateur race finishing fourth at Atlanta in 1986.
After retirement from race riding, Achuff stayed connected and devoted to Steeplechase by serving as an official, a chart caller, and a mentor to young jockeys. In November 2004, he became the Race Director for Radnor Hunt Races. He served in that position until his passing, expanding the participation of horsemen and spectators. He was committed to growing the sport and was always quick to encourage and recognize others who did the same.
Skip Achuff passed away on August 28, 2022. He had many talents but was first and foremost a horseman. The Achuff family has created the Stalwart of Steeplechase award to honor his contributions to the sport of steeplechase racing .
Christy Wray Greenberg joined Brandywine as Associate Director of Fundraising Events and Sponsorship in October 2022. Since then, she has used her extensive background in sports event planning to improve processes for the event . Prior to joining Brandywine, Christy was a Director for the NYRR, who produce the New York City Marathon. Originally from Delaware, Christy is a graduate of NYU and Colorado College Christy looks forward to experiencing all the fun and pageantry of the Radnor Races this year!
James Slater joined as Race Director in November 2022 and oversees all equestrian-related aspects of the Races, just as Skip Achuff did before him. A steeplechase jockey for over 15 years, he still rides the occasional flat race. Slater has been involved in horse racing in various capacities for over 25 years and brings that experience to the role .
Brooke Pitone has been part of the Radnor Team since 2017, though she has been attending the Races with her family before she started working for Brandywine. Her knowledge of horses and her sunny personality make her an invaluable part of the team and a great resource to our Race patrons . In addition to her work at Brandywine, Brooke also coaches high school lacrosse and field hockey at Unionville High School. We’re lucky to have Brooke in our corner!
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We proudly support the Brandywine Conservancy and its commitment to preserving and conserving open spaces for future generations.
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2023
RIDE a loop of 25, 45 or 62 (metric century) miles in scenic Chester County
EXPLORE the scenery and history of the Brandywine
Creek Greenway
SUPPORT clean drinking water
Best in Theme Hat
1ST PLACE Carolyn Slota
2ND PLACE Livia Klaus
3RD PLACE Julia Baumgardner
Most Beautiful Hat
1ST PLACE Tiffany Arey
2ND PLACE Kristin Meyer
3RD PLACE Lucy Druzhenko
Best Children’s Hat
1ST PLACE Ljubica Schiavio
Men’s Most Outrageous Tie or Bowtie
1ST PLACE Craig Kandravi
2ND PLACE William Calvert Darrah
3RD PLACE Perry Gresh
Best Overall Picnic
John E. Deneen, Ex Pirates
Best Individual Picnic
1ST PLACE Jamie and Carrie Milden
2ND PLACE Victoria and Lance McCue
3RD PLACE Morgan Smith
Best Group Picnic
1ST PLACE Joyce Spragins
2ND PLACE The Color Guard of the PA Society of Sons of the Revolution
3RD PLACE Valerie D’Amico
Black Balloon
Missy Schwartz
The Picnic Patron area is always a favorite of tailgaters who enjoy the creative competition of themed tailgates and who like to be near the action at the finish line.
This year’s picnic theme—A Hop, SKIP & a Jump!—was chosen to honor former Race Director Skip Achuff’s memory and places him right where he would want to be at Radnor… in the middle of it all! Individual and group tailgates are awarded prizes for best food, interpretation of the theme, and costumes .
A horseman his entire life, Skip was a jockey, race caller, and all-around true gentleman He served as the Radnor Hunt Race’s director for nearly two decades and was a fixture in the steeplechase world. In addition to his equine pursuits, following his father’s retirement, Achuff operated The Brass Ladle bistro in Concordville, PA, and a mail order cake-mix business, Brass Ladle Products .
Picnic Competition Judges: Food & Theme
Chef Keith Taylor – Executive Chef/ President of Chefsoul Culinary Enterprises
Shawn Barron Pickney – Designer/Artist/ Creative Director of Shawn Baron Pickney
Natanya DiBona – Event Planner/ Co-Host Le Dîner en Blanc Philadelphia
Fashion Competition Judges
Jen Frederick – Fox29 Philadelphia
Karon Woodland – Clothing Designer
George Brescia – TV personality and Style Expert
Susan Ospina – Hat enthusiast, previous Best Dressed award winner
Zoya Egan – Editor, Fashion at the Races
Our Thanks to
The Judges
The Race Committee
The Picnic Committee
2023 Prize Donors
Bridge Your Style by Brigid McGrath Stasen
MLF Boutique
Zoya Egan and Fashion At The Races.
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Leipers Fork Steeplechasers
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