Happy Sunrise Posted October 20, 2023 Share Posted October 20, 2023 Such a terrible shame to read about her plight. She is a real credit to the harness racing game so with such step costs facing her for treatment I would like to see Addington Raceway do something on Cup Day for her. Would not be too hard for them to put a page in the racebook about the situation and then have a few people go round with buckets getting a few dollars off the 16-20 thousand odd people at the Cup. It might make a significant dent in the total required. All the best to Katie Cox and I hope to see her back in the game as soon as possible. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Posted October 21, 2023 Share Posted October 21, 2023 Harness Racing community rallies around Katie Cox 21 October 2023 , News by Jonny Turner Trainers, drivers, and administrators are rallying to encourage their peers in New Zealand harness racing to support Katie Cox in her battle against cancer. The 33-year-old Cox, who is both a highly popular figure and a highly talented horsewoman, has recently been diagnosed with an aggressive form of lung cancer. Rural personality Craig Wiggins has formed a charitable trust in Cox’s name to help raise funds for her treatment, which includes medication that costs more than $100,000. Champion reinsman Ricky May and Bruce Taylor have joined Wiggins as trustees. Leading Southland trainer-driver Kirstin Green was touched when hearing of Cox’s cancer battle, and she immediately wanted to contribute. Green is pledging to donate one of her driving fees every week for the next month. The reinswoman hopes the move can be followed by drivers across New Zealand. “Like everyone else, I was so shocked when I found out about Katie’s diagnosis,” Green said. “We are in the same industry and around the same age group. Her team is flying, and she is an outstanding horsewoman.” “I thought if every driver could donate a driving fee each week, it would be a really quick way to raise quite a lot of money. I want to get into it right away, and I hope more drivers will get on board. I am sure they will.” Harness racing clubs have quickly moved to get behind the efforts to support Cox. Southern Harness Racing general manager Jason Broad said his organisation had pledged $1000 to the cause, and the group hopes clubs across New Zealand would do the same. “Southern Harness is right behind Katie and her family during this very difficult time,” Broad said. “It is great to see so many people in the industry offering their support, and we encourage anyone who can to do so.” The Northern Southland Trotting Club has also pledged to donate $1000 to Cox’s charitable trust. “Our committee was unanimous; we really wanted to get behind Katie,” President Greg Tither said. “We are wishing her and her family the best in this very difficult time.” “We hope other clubs will be able to come forward and support the cause, as well.” Invercargill Harness Racing Club President Craig Heyrick has personally pledged $100 to the campaign. He is calling on club presidents across New Zealand to make a personal donation, as well. Harness racing owner and journalist Jonny Turner has donated $500 and hopes as many owners can get behind the cause, too. “I have no doubt Katie’s story will have touched many owners across New Zealand, and I hope they can contribute to the campaign.” “I am also encouraging my colleagues in the media to get behind the cause, as well.” “Harness racing is a tight-knit community made up of some great people; I am sure they will.” Donations to the Whatever with Wiggy Charitable Trust (CC59951) for Katie Cox can be made by bank deposit. Account name: Katie Cox Appeal Account number: 06-0837-0390071-01 More information can be found at the Whatever With Wiggy Facebook page. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Posted October 21, 2023 Share Posted October 21, 2023 Very sad news. The great thing about our sport is that people in the racing game all come together and always help out in tough times. If in a position to do so, please donate and let's try and help Katie out a wee bit. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Sunrise Posted July 3 Author Share Posted July 3 Very sad to hear of her passing. For a regular punter like me, I would like to say how much I enjoyed her horses when she brought them to the track. I will miss her contribution to my favourite pastime. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mardy Posted July 3 Share Posted July 3 Yes very sad to read about Katie's passing. Didn't know her but always followed her as she always had her horses ready to go. Hard to believe she had a winning drive at the trials a few weeks back,will be throwing some money on her trotter tomorrow if he's still in. Condolences to all that knew Katie. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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