Register for Meadowlands qualifier

Meadowlands Racetrack will host a qualifying tournament for the 2010 National Harness Handicapping Championship (NHHC) on Feb. 20.

The NHHC is the only tournament for harness players to feature a $50,000 prize pool. Players may earn their way into the NHHC through participation in a qualifying tournament at a partner outlet or by direct buy-in. The top three finishers win an $800 entry into the championship final on April 24, according to a press release from the Meadowlands in East Rutherford.

The total cost to enter the Feb. 20 qualifier is a $200 nonrefundable entry fee due with the entry form and an additional $200 betting card purchase at check-in. Entries are limited to two per person. All players will receive a program and dinner.

The prize pool has a first prize of $12,000 [based on 150 entrants; prizes adjusted according to actual number of entries]. Payouts are to the top 10, and players keep all pari-mutuel winnings. The format requires players to bet 10 Meadowlands live races, with a $20 minimum/$ 100 maximum bet per race, win and place wagers only, one horse per race.

Entries are limited to two per person. Mail-in registrations are due Feb. 19. A limited number of walk-up entries will be taken from 5-6 p.m. on Feb. 20. Preregistration is strongly recommended.

For more information about the NHHC and partner outlets hosting NHHC qualifiers, contact Amy Silver at asilver@njsea.com.