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Ever since I moved to Phoenix several years ago, I've been hearing about Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise. At first, I didn't pay much attention as I wasn't all that big of a horse racing enthusiast. In fact, to this day I'm really not much of a wagering man. However, what attracted me to learn more about Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise was the fact that it was universally acknowledged as one of the most fun filled and family friendly venues in all of Phoenix. For this reason, my wife and I decided to give it a try. Little did we know how much we would end up loving the place! Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise hosts a wide-ranging series of events and attractions. This includes plenty of casual and even fine dining at the various venues at the complex, such as the Turf Club and Clubhouse. There are also special events for the kids, such as pony rides and petting opportunities. Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise is the place for many annual events, such as tasting ceremonies for local wineries, breweries, … [Jerry Simms...]

Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise If you want to enjoy some of the top races in the nation with friends, family or co-workers, Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise is the place for which you have been looking. You will never miss a second of the excitement when you visit Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise, and you will feel the adrenaline rush as you watch the horse on which you are betting speed toward the finish line. While people come to Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise to watch their favorite horses in action, we also offer a range of restaurants that you won't want to overlook. Individuals, groups and corporations join us for heart-stopping races that will put smiles on their faces, and you will know that you are in the right place when you come to Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise. Off-Track Betting When you can't come to Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise but still want to bet on a horse that you believe will leave the rest behind, you might be wondering what you can do so that you won't feel left out. The good … [Jerry Simms...]

There is no time like the present for you to get to know Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise. This long-running family-friendly racetrack is yours to enjoy and explore to the fullest. No matter what kind of activity you and your family may have in mind, Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise is bound to have something special to offer you. This is why I have rewarded this great racetrack with my personal patronage for so many years now. Each and every time I come to Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise, I always find something new to observe, learn from, and simply enjoy. It's truly an experience like no other. You can log on to the official Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise website to learn more about how to dine, meet and greet, and place bets at this special place. The more you study the race form you get from Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise, the more you will be able to enjoy this traditional form of betting. Better yet, you will soon learn the ins and outs, as well as the dos and don'ts of betting at the racetrack. … [Jerry Simms...]

Who is Jerry Simms of Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise? This well-known and widely admired Phoenix entrepreneur is the owner and operator of Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise, a position he has held since mid-2000. Before he moved to Arizona to stake a claim in the horse racing industry and acquire Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise, he owned and operated car dealerships in Pasadena, California. He also dabbled in banking and real estate before giving himself over to his real passion for the horse racing industry. Under his experienced leadership, Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise has flourished into a premier horse racing facility that attracts millions of fans each year. As Arizona's first recognized professional sporting franchise, Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise has been transformed from an out-of-the-way racing venue into a world-class horse racetrack complete with an exclusive clubhouse and on-site dining facilities in the Turf Club. For all of its excitement and luxury, Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise … [Jerry Simms...]

Jerry Simms is also forward-thinking in simulcasting online the daily races that take place at Turf Paradise. The simulcasts allow Jerry Simms to extend off-track betting to racing fans across the country and globe. Jerry Simms even has ensured that the website for Turf Paradise is set up so anyone can place an off-track bet online and get real-time simulcast results. Jerry Simms has made the process of placing off-track bets simple and fast from the website for Turf Paradise. Betters can use the off-track betting link found at the top of the Turf Paradise homepage to find places in the states and countries that allow OTBs. The website as directed by Jerry Simms also provides information on the horses, owners, trainers, and jockeys, details that are critical to placing an off-track bet at Turf Paradise. The information is kept updated so people can wager any amount they deem appropriate for the horse on which they are wagering. Jerry Simms has also ensured that visitors to Turf … [Jerry Simms...]

Information about the hydrotherapy pool, the racehorses, and every other aspect of Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise can be found online on the Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise website. The website is the go-to place to visit anytime you want to learn more about Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise or the horse races that take place there. The website for Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise simulcasts races during the regular horse racing season. It also provides live results that you can check to see if your horse won or other details like schedule changes or scratches. Before you place a bet, you might want to find out more about the horses at Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise. The website offers all of the details like the owners' name, names of the trainers and jockeys, and even the winning histories for the horses at Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise. These details help you know how much to wager and on what horse to bet for each race. If you are a true fan of horse racing and of Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise, … [Jerry Simms...]

The racehorses that live, train, and race at Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise are among the most lucrative and respected in the world. Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise mainly races quarter horses and thoroughbreds. However, there are currently more than 2000 horses of all breeds and sizes living, training, and racing at Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise. The website and racing programs for Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise give all of the most important information about all of the racehorses there. Visitors can check out the website for the names of not only the horses but also the owners, trainers, and jockeys with horses at Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise. The history of the horses, as well as the parentage, weight, and breed, are all provided at length both online and in the programs handed out at the gates of Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise. Many of the racehorses at Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise have histories of winning top dollar purses in races not only held at Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise but also at … [Jerry Simms...]

Way back in 1954, a man named Walter Cluer bought 1400 acres of Arizona desert, with a plan of building a top-of-the-line horse racing facility. Two years later, Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise started holding horse races, and the rest, as they say, is history. Jerry Simms purchased Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise many years later, creating a multi-million dollar renovation plan to improve the track and other important areas of the facility, making it the beautiful racing destination that it is today. One of the notable enhancements made at Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise was an equine therapy pool for the thoroughbreds in training at the track. Some of the Best Known Thoroughbreds in Racing History Secretariat When you think of the best thoroughbreds of all time, the name Secretariat immediately comes to mind. Nicknamed “Big Red”, Secretariat was big: 16.2, big boned, and described as having almost perfect conformation. A son of Bold Ruler, the expectation from the beginning was that he was … [Jerry Simms...]

Why would Jerry Simms invest so much money in world-class facilities for not only the fans and visitors but also the horses, owners, and trainers at Jerry Simm's Turf Paradise? His commitment to making Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise the premier horse racing facility not only in Arizona but anywhere in the world stems from his love for horse races and horse racing in general. Growing up in the Midwest, Jerry Simms developed an admiration and fascination with horses especially quarter horses and thoroughbreds. He never forgot this admiration even as he grew up and embarked on a career that took him into the industries of banking, real estate, and selling cars. As he grew more successful with each passing year, Jerry Simms made up his mind that he would acquire a world-class horse racing facility and make it the go-to place for horses and their owners or trainers. His vision is behind the success and lure of Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise today. The accommodations and level of care for … [Jerry Simms...]

Turf Paradise Even before Jerry Simms took it over, Turf Paradise enjoyed a respectable standing in the Phoenix community. It officially opened its doors to the public on January 7, 1956. However, its original owner conceived the idea for Turf Paradise several years prior and proceeded to build it despite the many people who told him he would not succeed. In fact, Turf Paradise was built 25 miles from downtown Phoenix, a fact that many people argued would lead to its downfall. They said that no one would want to travel so far out of town to watch or bet on the races at Turf Paradise. Nonetheless, the original owner continued to build Turf Paradise and opened it in early 1956. It quickly went on to become a successful horse racing venue and became the first officially recognized professional sporting franchise in Arizona. In the more than six decades it has been open to the public, Turf Paradise has only had five owners, the most recent being Jerry Simms. The original owner oversaw … [Jerry Simms...]

Turf Paradise Takes Expert Care of Racehorses Every aspect of care for these one-of-a-kind racehorses, from the barns they sleep into the equine therapy swimming pool they receive special attention in, is designed for their comfort and safety. Phoenix horse racing in general, and the regime of Turf Paradise under Jerry Simms, in particular, takes excellent care of its quarter horse competitors. The need for stricter conditions on care for racehorses has resulted in a regimen of attention to their health that is second to none in the nation. When these horses leave their barns, they go straight to a quarter horse specialist. Turf Paradise is a Mainstay for Races Involving Thoroughbreds Jerry Simms has truly turned Turf Paradise into an off-track betting (OTB) lover's dream. You can enjoy the simulcast of quarter horse racing events at Turf Paradise from a luxurious Clubhouse. When the quarter horse leaves its special equine therapy swimming pool and goes to the track, you can rest … [Jerry Simms...]

Thoroughbreds and Racing at Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise is an Arizona-based horse racing facility. You can catch thoroughbred racehorses in their prime at the Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise track. This facility is the best venue in the area for watching live horse races while also catching live simulcast racing on television. I am a big fan of Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise if you couldn’t tell that already! I could go on and on about all the conveniences the track at Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise offers, but right now I’d like to talk about the versatile thoroughbred horse. The History of Thoroughbred Horses Every thoroughbred horse you see running on the Jerry Simms's Turf Paradise racetrack can trace its lineage back to one of three origination sires: the Godolphin Arabian, the Darley Arabian, and the Byerly Turk, all born over 250 years ago. These foundation sires were deemed to be the best of the best, and we now see the results of selective breeding … [Jerry Simms...]