Gary Sciacca

Gary Sciacca is an American horse trainer in the sport of Thoroughbred horse racing. He has been involved in the racing industry for over forty years and has over 1,000 race wins.

Biography

Sciacca earned his first win as a professional trainer on October 21, 1981 at New York's Aqueduct Racetrack. In 1992, he conditioned Saratoga Dew to American Champion Three-Year-Old Filly honors, the first New York-bred horse to win an Eclipse Award.
Sciacca was charged in 2003 for giving a horse an illegal substance.
On November 18, 2008, Sciacca began serving a 120-day suspension order issued by the New York State Racing and Wagering Board. for Under the Trainers Responsibility Rule, the Board found him accountable for a milkshaking incident at his stable which occurred while he was on vacation.
In 2013, he trained Saratoga Snacks to victory in the $250,000 Empire Classic Handicap for owner Bill Purcells. After being fired as the horse's trainer, Sciacca purchased the horse and managed his retirement.
He earned his 1000th win in November 2021, just over four decades on from his first win.