Michael Rowland (jockey)
| Michael Rowland | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Jockey |
| Born | September 12, 1963 Saratoga Springs, New York |
| Died | February 9, 2004 (aged 40) Cincinnati, Ohio |
| Career wins | 3,997 |
| Major racing wins | |
| Thistledown Handicap (1997) West Virginia Governor's Stakes (1997) | |
Michael Francis Rowland (September 12, 1963 – February 9, 2004) was an American jockey.[1] He was born in Saratoga Springs, New York.
During his career, Michael Rowland won 3,997 races.[2]
Rowland died at University Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio from head injuries suffered during a race on February 4 at Turfway Park, when his mount broke down and collapsed.[1] Two other jockeys were injured. He was placed on life support, but never regained consciousness.[1]
Turfway Park established the Michael F. Rowland Fund, as well as the Michael F. Rowland Award to honor the jockey who best exemplifies Rowland's work ethic, professionalism, and perseverance.[3][4] The inaugural award recipient was Luis Antonio Gonzalez, a jockey based at Thistledown Racecourse near Cleveland.[4] Thistledown racecourse also started a memorial fund for the Rowland family.
References
- ^ a b c Associated Press (February 9, 2004). "Jockey Michael Rowland dies after Turfway Park spill". USA Today. Retrieved November 3, 2007.
- ^ Equibase statistics for Michael Rowland
- ^ Thoroughbred Times (2004). "Family, friends remember Rowland at Turfway Park service". Thoroughbred Times. Retrieved November 3, 2007.
- ^ a b Sports digest (2004). "Horse racing". The Cincinnati Enquirer. Retrieved November 3, 2007.