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This bronze statue of Pat Day was created by Raymond Graf, a Louisville, Kentucky artist who holds a BFA in Sculpture from Murray State University. The life-size sculpture is located in the paddock of Churchill Downs in Louisville and was unveiled on 18 April 2022.
Despite Pat Day's 4'11" stature, the sculpture is 5' tall and reflects a poignant story that is revealed in Pat Day's oral history.
The photograph was captured by Brent Moore on...
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In this Vail Valley Voices oral history interview, acclaimed jockey, Pat Day, declared that his father gave him an excellent introduction to horsemanship. Day also credits his wrestling coaches, including longtime Eagle resident and retired EVHS teacher George McCollum, with instilling him with healthy competitive values. Day also credits Eagle County 4-H programs with teaching him fundamental responsibility of care for animals and instilling in...