The Saratoga Springs Recreation Center will host the 17th annual jockey‑vs‑horsemen charity basketball game on August 5, 2026. The event is organized jointly by the recreation center, the New York Race Track Chaplaincy, and the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund, and all proceeds will be directed to chaplaincy programs and to support jockeys with permanent disabilities.
The basketball game pits local jockeys against horsemen in a friendly competition that has grown into a regular fundraising tradition in the Saratoga Springs area. Participants from both groups will take the court at the recreation center’s gymnasium, and spectators are invited to watch the match while contributing to the charitable causes.
Funds raised from ticket sales, donations, and any ancillary activities will be allocated to the New York Race Track Chaplaincy, which provides spiritual and emotional support to racing industry employees, and to the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund, which assists jockeys who have sustained lasting injuries. Both organizations rely on community contributions to maintain their programs.
The 17th edition of the game continues a series that began more than a decade ago, reflecting an ongoing partnership between the local sports community and the racing industry. By bringing together athletes, fans, and donors, the event aims to reinforce the network of support that surrounds Saratoga’s racing heritage.
The Saratoga Springs Recreation Center has confirmed that the game will begin in the early evening, and the venue will be open to the public. Organizers have indicated that the event will follow standard health and safety guidelines in place for public gatherings.
Community members who wish to attend can find additional details through the recreation center’s event listings. The game represents another opportunity for the region to rally behind two charitable missions that serve the well‑being of racing professionals and their families.