Yonkers Raceway has named Robert “Cammie” Haughton to the newly created position of director of racing.
Haughton had been serving as a consultant to the raceway. He is a former presiding judge at both the Meadowlands and Yonkers racetracks. He also was assistant race secretary at Saratoga Raceway and had a career as a trainer-driver.
He is the son of Harness Hall of Fame member Billy Haughton.
Bob Galterio, COO of Yonkers Raceway, praised Haughton”™s experience.
Haughton said, “I definitely believe Yonkers”™ product is as good as any in the sport, and all of us are committed to getting the racing fans to take notice.”
Haughton”™s father was one of the top drivers and trainers in harness racing. He died in 1986 as a result of severe injuries suffered when he was thrown from his sulky during a race.
