Michael Rowland

Michael Rowland (September 12, 1963 – February 9, 2004) was an American jockey.^[1] He was born in Saratoga Springs, New York.

Rowland died at University Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio from head injuries suffered during a race on February 4 at Turfway Park, when his mount broke down and collapsed.^[1] Two other jockeys were injured. He was placed on life support, but never regained consciousness.^[1]

Turfway Park established the Michael F. Rowland Fund, as well as the Michael F. Rowland Award to honor the jockey who best exemplifies Rowland's work ethic, professionalism, and perseverance.^[2][3] The inaugural award recipient was Luis Antonio Gonzalez, a jockey based at Thistledown near Cleveland.^[3] Thistledown racecourse has also started a memorial fund for the Rowland family. x2

References

1. ^ ^{a b c} Associated Press (February 9, 2004). "Jockey Michael Rowland dies after Turfway Park spill". USA Today. http://www.usatoday.com/sports/horses/2004-02-09-rowland-obit_x.htm. Retrieved November 3, 2007. 
2. ^ Thoroughbred Times (2004). "Family, friends remember Rowland at Turfway Park service". Thoroughbred Times. http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/national-news/2004/February/11/Family-friends-remember-Rowland-at-Turfway-Park-service.aspx. Retrieved November 3, 2007. 
3. ^ ^{a b} Sports digest (2004). "Horse racing". The Cincinnati Enquirer. http://www.enquirer.com/editions/2004/09/18/spt_sptzdig.html. Retrieved November 3, 2007. 

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Name	Rowland, Michael
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Date of birth	September 12, 1963
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Date of death	February 9, 2004
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