Michael Martinez, Golden Gate

[my miss storm cat]

Wow this is not sounding good at all.

http://www.drf.com/news/golden-gate-...on-after-spill

[my miss storm cat]

I know someone will ask so here's a link... horse seems to be okay.

http://www.goldengatefields.com/NR/e...BC9CF1CA6D.htm

[DerbyCat]

I just heard about this and I'm really sad. He's a great guy and one of the best jockeys here in northern California. Please pray for him folks, he needs all the help he can get.

[10 pnt move up]

damn pinheads...........as Lukas noted they are well compensated for the chances they take.

[iamthelurker]

Originally Posted by 10 pnt move up

damn pinheads...........as Lukas noted they are well compensated for the chances they take.

this better be a joke

[iamthelurker]

and even if it is a joke its a terrible one. I seriously suggest you find a soul.

[blackthroatedwind]

Originally Posted by iamthelurker

and even if it is a joke its a terrible one. I seriously suggest you find a soul.

He was being facetious. He's a jockey groupie.

[10 pnt move up]

I am more concerned for the horse....need those full fields.

[iamthelurker]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

He was being facetious. He's a jockey groupie.

I'm laughing hysterically.

[DerbyCat]

Got a text from a track friend that Michael is breathing on his own and is able to talk. They're trying to keep him calm and rested but "he wants to go home". Unless there are major complications, he will survive this. They are talking about trying stem cell therapy to repair the spinal column, but that's still a ways off.

My continued thoughts are with Michael and his family...

[MaTH716]

Originally Posted by DerbyCat

Got a text from a track friend that Michael is breathing on his own and is able to talk. They're trying to keep him calm and rested but "he wants to go home". Unless there are major complications, he will survive this. They are talking about trying stem cell therapy to repair the spinal column, but that's still a ways off.

My continued thoughts are with Michael and his family...

That's great news, thanks for posting DC.

[clyde]

Gooey and Girl-Cat-Do are doing very pretty work here.



( This should get me boo-bee photos....but anyhoo--they are.)

[the_fat_man]

What an 'unfortunate' way to go down. Good to hear that it won't cost him his life.

[CSC]

A very tough situation, hopefully he will be well with time.

[DerbyCat]

For those that are interested, GGF has established a fund to help Michael (this is from the track website):

FUND ESTABLISHED FOR MICHAEL MARTINEZ
**** A fund for jockey Michael Martinez, seriously injured in a spill last Sunday at Golden Gate Fields, has been established for those who wish to provide financial aid to the 24-year-old rider and his family.

*** Checks should be made out to “Michael Martinez Fund” and sent to Golden Gate Fields, 1100 Eastshore Highway, Berkeley, CA 94710.


I'm not gambling this weekend, I'm donating the money I would have lost to the fund.

[DerbyCat]

Things are looking a lot better for Michael:

http://www.drf.com/news/sudden-chang...well-liked-man

Lots of track folks supporting this kid, he's one of a kind!

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers, everyone here in NorCal has been behind him and will continue to be - hopefully the recovery continues!

[Danzig]

Originally Posted by DerbyCat

Got a text from a track friend that Michael is breathing on his own and is able to talk. They're trying to keep him calm and rested but "he wants to go home". Unless there are major complications, he will survive this. They are talking about trying stem cell therapy to repair the spinal column, but that's still a ways off.

My continued thoughts are with Michael and his family...

great news, glad he's on the improve.

[chucklestheclown]

I hope he fully recovers. Do they allow stem-cell therapy in Cali?

[DerbyCat]

I just heard that Michael's girlfriend gave birth to a little girl - Mom and baby are doing great!