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About Westchase

Westchase, is on the west coast of the Florida peninsula. Westchase is home to Tampa Bay Downs, an exciting race track, golf club, and poker room. If you like exciting times and high stakes, Tampa Bay Downs is the place to be.

Tampa Bay Downs was originally established in 1926, as West Coast Jockey Club. When it opened, it was just a simple one mile dirt track. It ran until 1943, when the Army took over to use it as a training facility. After the war, the track reopened under the name Sunshine Park. By then, the track had been, “modernised” with the addition of the an electric starting gate, photo finish, and electronic tote board. Things began to pick up and by the 1950’s, Sunshine Park was a thriving attraction, often referred to as “the Santa Anna of the South.”

In 1965, the track was renamed a third time as Florida Downs and Turf Club. The final name change happened in 1980 when it became Tampa Bay Downs. In 1986, the track was auctioned off to new owners who decided to expand. The new owners put in a 7/8-mile grass track, with a quarter-mile chute, a golf range and short-game area, and The Silks Poker Room. These changes helped attract visitors beyond the racing world, and have made Tampa Bay Downs a thriving business. In fact, the 7/8-mile grass track, not only increased the number of races the venue could hold; it also became one of North America’s most popular turf courses.

Those who enjoy golfing, appreciate The Downs Golf Practice Facility, which includes a full range or short game area, a 270 yard driving range, two in-house golf instructors, and betting machines. The poker room is for players of all skill levels, and in addition to playing cards, visitors can view the racetrack finish line from almost every seat in the house. Included are luxury accommodations like complimentary soft drinks, food and cocktail services, massages, and more. Tampa Bay Downs has become a one stop shop for luxury, excitement, and sports.

The track could tutor other businesses in keeping up with the times, as they have once again updated their facilities; they even installed an electronic tracking system that shows each horse’s exact location and displays it on the big screen. Currently, they are working on creating a “green track” that will have a net-zero impact on the environment. Tampa Bay Downs has seen many talented jockeys and horses go on to achieve great titles, including winners of the Kentucky Derby. With their modern facilities, they hope to lead the way into the future, and continue to host tomorrow’s champions.

Westchase tutors want every student to become big winners on their educational journeys. Westchase tutors are available to help students of all grade levels across many subjects areas, and want to help each student rise to success. Luck has nothing to do with it, everyone deserves a chance to work hard and do well.