Saturday night’s Alan Kirschenbaum Pace is named for the longtime owner and breeder and past president of the California Harness Horsemen’s Association, who passed away in 2012 at the age of 51.
Kirschenbaum was a major factor in California as an owner, breeder and amateur driver for many years. With his stallions Little Steven and British Sterling standing at Cherry Tree Farm in Wilton, he helped support the industry in California.
In the past, he had even waived his stallion fees to help the California horsemen breed their mares to help the horse population survive.
Alan was also a huge supporter of the California Sire Stakes and amateur races.
In addition to being a prolific owner, breeder and amateur driver, Alan was a huge political force in California harness racing and his impact on harness racing in California is still in evidence.
