Pat Berry gets his 5,000th career driving victory

Pat Berry achieved a driving milestone by winning his 5,000th career driving victory at Bally’s Dover on Wednesday, March 11,

Berry (50) drove a perfect journey aboard Showmemagic in the 2nd race at Bally’s Dover.  Bobby Glassmeyer owned and trained. 

Pat started driving as a 17 year old, racing at the County Fairs in Illinois. 

In 1995 Pat began driving full time at Maywood Park, Sportsman Park, Balmoral Park and Fairmount Park. Later Pat and his wife Traci, who also trains and owns horses left Illinois  for the east coast.  They settled in Delaware and race mainly at Bally’s Dover and Harrington Raceway.

After the race Pat was asked who has been an influence on his racing career.

” My family, especially my Uncle Randy Jacobs were a big influence on my racing career.

“It was great that I won with a Bobby Glassmeyer horse.” ( Showmemagic).  Bobby Glassmeyer was also a great influence on me.” 

Pat also cited his wife Traci.

“ She’s been with me throughout our journey.”

For complete race results, click here: US Trotting results.

by Brian J. Mazurek, for Buffalo Raceway