Ercel Ellis - Horse Racing's Voice in Central Kentucky
A native Kentuckian, Ercel was born and raised on Dixiana Farm, where his father served as farm manager. Ercel has spent his entire life in the Thoroughbred industry as an owner, breeder, trainer, broadcaster, and journalist. A familiar and respected voice in the Thoroughbred industry, Ercel provides daily race results on Post Time, as well as news, commentary, and a few good stories on Horse Tales. Ercel is a recipient of the Charles W. Englehard Award for excellence in broadcasting, an annual award presented by the Kentucky Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association. Ercel and his wife, Jackie Ellis, own a farm in Bourbon County. In addition to broadcasting and farming, Ercel is the official clocker at The Thoroughbred Center, a training facility owned by the Keeneland Association. Jackie, an attorney, has trained thoroughbreds and is an avid foxhunter. 
| On "This Was Racing", Ercel revisits the writings of famed sportswriter Joe Palmer. Pick up your copy of this unique survey of some of Thoroughbred racing's greatest stories.You can find a copy of Ercel's CD at these locations:
Quillin Tack
Thoroughbred Center
or by phone: (859) 749-7122 |
Jackie Ellis Explores Sporting Art HorseTales Co-Host Jackie Ellis has rediscovered her passion for painting. Working in oil, Jackie's subject matter has focused on animal portraiture and equine themes. Jackie is accepting commissioned work for 2007. Some of her work can be viewed at Peggy Maness Photography Studio in Midway, Kentucky. | 
