Author: McKay Smith

Updated Security Parameters – Account Sharing

Beginning in early September, the security parameters for both HorsePlayers and HorseTourneys were updated. Specifically, account sharing is no longer permitted. What this means is that all players must access the site completely independently, using a discrete device. In other words, players are no longer permitted to access the accounts of other players. Each player […]

“Re-Deposit” Policy Effective July 1

Beginning July 1, a new policy took effect regarding “Re-Deposits.”  The term “Re-Deposits” refers to deposits made by players shortly after withdrawing funds from HorseTourneys.  This activity has been commonplace, and has been increasing in frequency as of late. Why is this an issue for us?  HorseTourneys pays significant transaction fees to financial institutions on […]

Statement from HorseTourneys Regarding Recent NHC Suspensions

HorseTourneys was greatly disappointed to learn, yesterday afternoon, of the integrity issue at the most recent National Horseplayers Championship (NHC). Operating tournaments 364 days each year, we believe strongly that it is impossible to succeed if our players do not have a high level of trust in all that we do. We actively monitor for […]

Notice Regarding AUSTRALIA Tournaments

There has been a major change to how AUSTRALIA tracks are coded in the tote system that went effective March 20. This change will require development on our site to accommodate the changes. As a result, we will be temporarily unable to offer tournaments on AUSTRALIA racing. We expect to be able to resume offering […]

“Winter Rules” Now In Effect

This blog is sent out annually as a reminder of some tweaks we here at HorseTourneys employ to try and mitigate the effects of winter weather on scheduling. For beginners and veteran tourney players alike, it’s always a good idea for a quick refresher: As we roll into the winter months, it’s a good idea […]

Notice Regarding PayPal Deposits

PayPal management has notified us that effectively immediately, the following changes will be applied to the HorseTourneys PayPal account (and accounts of any horse racing provider that accepts PayPal): PLEASE NOTE: You may still use a debit card by first using that card to fund your PayPal balance. To do this, follow these steps: (1) […]

NOTICE Regarding Winner Take All, Head-to-Head Event Listings for Some Tracks

In an effort to reduce the home page listing size and load of HorseTourneys, effective immediately, please note that both WINNER TAKE ALL and HEAD-TO-HEAD events for some tracks will no longer appear on the main, home page listing. These tournaments may be accessed by using the filters for both WINNER TAKE ALL and HEAD-TO-HEAD, […]

Spa & Surf Showdown – Day Two Past Performances

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Private Tourneys Now Available; And, We Give Nod to On-Track with Sponsorship of Tampa Tournament

Today, you might notice a new black button that’s now appearing on the top of the Filters section. That button links to a “Setup Wizard” of sorts for our newest site feature: the ability to create Private Tournaments at HorseTourneys.

“Winter Rules” Now In Effect

This blog is sent out annually as a reminder of some tweaks we here at HorseTourneys employ to try and mitigate the effects of winter weather on scheduling.  For beginners and veteran tourney players alike, it’s always a good idea for a quick refresher: As we roll into the winter months, it’s a good idea […]