On last years service fees, (and HRV would be eligible for a 20% discount at both Alabar and Empire on current criteria for early bird fee or early bookings!) those criteria on location, proven and priced stallions would make about 12 sires eligible, 4 trotters and 8 pacers, not all at the big two stallions bases but most are. A little judicious shopping would get 4 services to most, 3 to 5 for others and and I’m sure 60 services in total for less then is being spent on bonus certificates.

Available sires are representative of a number of different sirelines to suit most mares, and multiple services available shouldn’t see too many people disappointed if an early draw winner selects their choice. Have a function for the draw in breeding heartland and make it an annual event! Go for it I say, everyone can buy a ticket!