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Journalism horse name, explained: How Kentucky Derby favorite got inspiration from a high school newspaper

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May 3
Journalism horse name, explained: How Kentucky Derby favorite got inspiration from a high school newspaper

Context:

Journalism, a horse named by co-owner Aron Wellman, is a favorite in the Kentucky Derby, with odds of 3-to-1. Wellman, who was once the sports editor of his high school newspaper, named the horse in honor of his appreciation for responsible journalism. This Derby also features another horse with a media-themed name, Publisher, who has longer odds at 20-to-1. Journalism's potential victory could inspire headlines celebrating his name, such as 'JOURNALISM RULES' or 'JOURNALISM EARNS ITS ROSES'. The horse's name serves as a nod to Wellman's past and his ongoing respect for the field of journalism.

Dive Deeper:

  • Journalism, named by co-owner Aron Wellman, is inspired by his past role as a sports editor for the Beverly Hills High School newspaper, Highlights, where he wrote a column titled 'Ace in the Hole'.

  • Wellman values responsible journalism and frequently writes for Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, providing updates and newsletters about their horses.

  • The Kentucky Derby features Journalism as a favorite with odds of 3-to-1, while another horse with a media-related name, Publisher, has odds of 20-to-1.

  • Possible headlines celebrating Journalism's potential win include 'JOURNALISM RULES' and 'JOURNALISM EARNS ITS ROSES', highlighting the thematic naming of the horse.

  • Journalism's name reflects Wellman's respect for journalism, a field he considers important and appreciates for its diligence and responsibility.

  • Journalism is set to take center stage at the Kentucky Derby.

  • No, not this website, or your favorite newspaper or radio show or television broadcast.

  • We're talking about the horse named Journalism.

  • Yeah, really.

  • Incredibly, he's not even the only media-themed nickname in Saturday's race.

  • Journalism will match up with Publisher among the other horses in the field.

  • Here's how Journalism got his name.

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  • Journalism horse name, explained

    Journalism earned his name from co-owner Aron Wellman.

  • Wellman was once the sports editor of the Beverly Hills High School student newspaper, called Highlights.

  • According to the Louisville Courier Journal, Wellman wrote a column called "Ace in the Hole."

  • “I’ve often been accused of being a disgruntled sportswriter because of all the writing I do for Eclipse, for our partners and our horse updates and weekly newsletter,” Wellman told the Courier Journal. “So, journalism is something that I value very much, and I appreciate responsible and diligent journalists.”

  • The headlines would be marvelous if Journalism pulled out a victory Saturday night.

  • We have some suggestions:

    • JOURNALISM RULES
    • JOURNALISM ISN'T DEAD
    • A PHOTO FINISH FOR JOURNALISM
    • JOURNALISM EARNS ITS ROSES

    Journalism Kentucky Derby odds

    As of late Friday night, Journalism was considered the favorite to win the Kentucky Derby.

  • His odds less than 24 hours before the race were 3-to-1.

  • For those wondering, Publisher checks in at 20-to-1.

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