Gural Gives Case OK to Drive at the Big M

[JuiceJunkies]

I was going to ask what you meant by the first post because it wasn't obvious enough.  How about explaining why?  At least for Case.

I root for people who have to rise above some type of adversity, whether it's a handicap, an ailment, a financial burden, etc.   Self imposed or not.

Walter was molested as a child, 40 years ago things like this were hush hush.   I don't doubt that he turned to something to hide it and that something turned into a disaster.   

He admits he had a problem which is the first step to recovery.   He deserves a shot to set the record straight and play his last hand.   

I think he should be under some strict conditions and if he violates them should be dismissed without inquiry.   

Sorry to have double posted in this thread, I am a member of multiple blogs each with a thread about this very issue.

[NIATROSS]

Can anyone verify this claim that Case was molested as a minor ?

If not is the type of forum thsi place has turned into ?

[Just Saying]

Can anyone verify this claim that Case was molested as a minor ?

If not is the type of forum thsi place has turned into ?

I read an article on Case that stated that very thing. I don't remember who wrote it or where it was published, but I read it from a link from this site.

I agree with Beans, the kicking rule is bogus. Brushing a horse's hock with your toe ain't kicking. I'd much have that than getting nailed with a whip. I've been booted in the ass, and laced with a whip. Always choose the boot!

[newandimproved]

I read an article on Case that stated that very thing. I don't remember who wrote it or where it was published, but I read it from a link from this site.

I agree with Beans, the kicking rule is bogus. Brushing a horse's hock with your toe ain't kicking. I'd much have that than getting nailed with a whip. I've been booted in the ass, and laced with a whip. Always choose the boot!

Just one question JS, only one person I know short enough to boot you in the ass. 

[Just Saying]

Just one question JS, only one person I know short enough to boot you in the ass. 

[LVGaryD]

Can anyone verify this claim that Case was molested as a minor ?

If not is the type of forum thsi place has turned into ?

I read the article, which was written by Railbird Roberts in the Cleveland Plain Dealer many years ago. Said Walter had been abused at 8 or 9 years old.

That does not excuse his stabbing of Nadine, and I see no bearing on his return to harness racing. If they let Herve come back, anyone else who ever wore a set of colors should be allowed to return once his or her legal problems have been absolved.

I know two different people in Ohio that race right now that were convicted of worse felonies than Walter was.

[NIATROSS]

Thank Gary for confirming the story.

I agree with you on the Herve comment.

[scojer]

    Sorry you feel that way Tross.I really could care less if Case ever drives again.My post was aimed at the handicappers on the board.Just trying to make sure they were aware of what this guy is/was capable of.I'll just go back to reading the board.2 comments in 1 day means i can wait another 6 months before my next 1...

[mo doc n]

    Sorry you feel that way Tross.I really could care less if Case ever drives again.

Best driver to walk on the track in my 30+ years of going to Northfield Park.BAR NONE.I also understand why he will/should never step on the racing surface at Northfield again.But if you own or train horses and like money,you want this guy in the bike.I don't care what track he drives at,Schools about to start.     

Before you disappear into the shadows ;

I think deep down you really would like to see him drive again , judging by your first paragraph.

No one is perfect and I had trouble believing a leopard doesn't change it's spots in the past but I have seen it done recently , so I say give him a second chance.

[JuiceJunkies]

    Sorry you feel that way Tross.I really could care less if Case ever drives again.My post was aimed at the handicappers on the board.Just trying to make sure they were aware of what this guy is/was capable of.I'll just go back to reading the board.2 comments in 1 day means i can wait another 6 months before my next 1...

STICK AROUND PAL.   THE MORE THE MERRIER.   

[Just Saying]

I think Walter Case is one of the best to ever sit in a race bike... I also expect him to screw up again. I've seen some turn it around, but very few.

[scojer]

  I'm not a big chalk player so a guy like Case does my style no justice.The guy dominated like no other.You can take the best 4 drivers at the Big M,give them there choice of horses all night,and let case have his pick of the rest,and Case will win his share.
      As of late at Northfield Park,Dan Noble has dominated the track.Luckily,the new kid on the block (Tyler Smith)has made me some money over the last couple of months.But when 1 driver wins 40% of the races,it's hard to find much value.Now that the year is over,i hope dan heads south again and things get back to normal around here.

[NIATROSS]

    Sorry you feel that way Tross.I really could care less if Case ever drives again.My post was aimed at the handicappers on the board.Just trying to make sure they were aware of what this guy is/was capable of.I'll just go back to reading the board.2 comments in 1 day means i can wait another 6 months before my next 1...

I am pretty sure every decent capper on this forum knows what Case is capable of.

[badolpuddytat]

Before you disappear into the shadows ;

I think deep down you really would like to see him drive again , judging by your first paragraph.

No one is perfect and I had trouble believing a leopard doesn't change it's spots in the past but I have seen it done recently , so I say give him a second chance.

second, THIRD, FOURTH, FIFTH!!!! Ect Ect. How many times do you let this guy go?

[AmyHollar]

I have a letter Walter wrote me from prison a few years ago............I loved the guy...........BUT.........if Walter still harbors the demons he once did and those I seem to think he still had in prison, I want him no where near the race track...........not for my benefit or of those around me, but for his own.

I would give anyone multiple chances.........what would be wrong with allowing Walter on a backstretch, but maybe not on the track as kind of a trial period?

See how he is doing working with horses and horsemen for about 6 months and then determine if he is capable of holding a driving license again.