Sam Houston Race Park announced March 20 that Mike Acton has been hired as the track's racing secretary. Acton, 48, assumed the role Feb. 3 and will serve in the same capacity at Retama Park and Zia Park during their respective meets later in 2023.
"Mike is an experienced racing professional who has deep connections in our region that will serve the industry well," said Sam Houston vice president and general manager Dwight Berube.
Acton most recently served as the racing secretary at both Remington Park and Lone Star Park. He credits those roles as opportunities that built his career.
"I am going to miss my co-workers at Remington and Lone Star," Acton said. "But I am humbled to work with great people at Sam Houston and Retama and am excited about meeting everyone at Zia Park."
The Sam Houston Thoroughbred meet continues through April 8 and the 25-day Quarter Horse meet begins April 21.
This press release has been edited for content and style by BloodHorse Staff.
