QUACKlemore wins Musical MALLARD Racing Series season title in photo finish!
Nine victories, one championship, and a season-long showdown that went down to the final five meters! It took six weeks, plenty of splashing, a whole lot of quacking, and a season-long battle worthy of a championship trophy. But when the final race was over at Maris Farms, there was no doubt who ruled the pond.
QUACKlemore is the 2026 Musical MALLARD Racing Series champion!
Presented by Toyota of Puyallup, Minter Industries, NW Fish Cartel and Goodwill ORR, the six-week series delivered plenty of drama, unexpected twists and some serious duck-on-duck competition. And fittingly, the season came down to the two DUCKathletes who had been battling beak to beak from the very beginning.
QUACKlemore entered the final day with the championship within his sights, but Snoop DRAKE wasn’t about to make things easy. In the season’s final showdown, the two rivals were practically neck and neck, with less than five meters separating them as they charged toward the finish line.
Then, when it mattered most, QUACKlemore found another gear, pulled ahead and crossed the finish line first!
It was his only victory of the day, but it was the one that mattered most. The win gave QUACKlemore his ninth victory of the season and secured the overall championship by a single win over Snoop DRAKE, who finished with eight victories.
“Talk about saving your best performance for last,” exclaimed race announcer Dennis “QUACKmaster Riley. “In this world of duck racing, every little waddle matters, and QUACKlemore found another throttle in his waddle when it mattered most!”
Snoop DRAKE deserves plenty of credit for a tremendous season. He pushed QUACKlemore every step of the way, refusing to let the eventual champion get comfortable. In a series that featured plenty of back-and-forth action, the two superstars established themselves as the class of the pond. In the end, though, QUACKlemore had just enough to claim the crown.
Finishing a distant third in the championship standings was DUCKtor Drey, the only other DUCKathlete to find the winner’s circle this season. He collected three victories along the way, proving that while the championship may have been a two-duck race, there was still plenty of talent swimming in the field.
Unfortunately, it wasn’t a season to remember for everyone. Michael QUACKson and Reba QUACKentire both finished the six-week campaign without a victory. They’ll no doubt be heading into the offseason with some serious motivation to get back in the water and make some noise next season.
The fans were quacking up, too!
While the DUCKathletes were battling for victories, race fans were busy showing their support through their bets, with all proceeds benefiting the event’s non-profit fundraising organization, Celebrate HARVEST.
Saturday’s final race weekend attracted 88 bets, bringing the six-week season total to an impressive 1,145 bets! DUCKtor Drey and Snoop DRAKE shared the betting spotlight for the weekend, with 20 bets apiece. But when it came to the season-long popularity contest, QUACKlemore was the clear fan favorite. He attracted 301 bets throughout the series, followed by Snoop DRAKE with 279 and DUCKtor Drey with 194.
Apparently, the fans had a pretty good idea who the big three were!
And the generosity didn’t stop there. Saturday’s race generated another $70 in donations, bringing the season fundraising total to an impressive $910!
Six weeks, 1,145 bets, $910 raised and plenty of memorable moments. Not a bad haul for a bunch of ducks!
In the end, the Musical MALLARD Racing Series delivered exactly what fans could have hoped for: competition, surprises, big personalities and a championship that wasn’t decided until the final stretch.
Snoop DRAKE gave QUACKlemore everything he could handle. DUCKtor Drey made sure the top two weren’t the only ones making waves. And the fans helped turn every race into something special.
But when the final checkered flag waved, there was only one duck left standing at the top of the podium.
Nine wins. One championship. And bragging rights until next season.
Congratulations, QUACKlemore! The 2026 duck racing pond belongs to you!
| DUCKS | WINS | BETS PLACED | |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 – Michael QUACKson | 0 | 18 | 181 |
| #2 – DUCKtor Drey | 4 | 20 | 194 |
| #3 – Reba QUACKentire | 0 | 16 | 190 |
| #4 – QUACKlemore | 9 | 14 | 301 |
| #5 – Snoop DRAKE | 8 | 20 | 279 |
Thank you also to the many other supporting partners of this event:
Toyota of Puyallup, Goodwill ORR, NW Fish Cartel, Minter Industries, Rainier Fresh, Skulpt Woodcarving, Firehouse Pub, True Imagery Facepainting, Maris Farms Mini-Donuts, Westside Pizza, Glow Martini Lounge, Hops n Drops and Area253 Glassblowing
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Can’t Hold Us! QUACKlemore Swoops in to Win the Weekend
Wrap’n warrior leaves competition in his wake for a weekend of wins
It didn’t take long for an experienced QUACKlemore to take control of this season’s Mallard Musical Racing Series at Maris Farms. The wise and wily veteran captured 3 of 4 weekend races to take a commanding lead in the coveted month-long racing series leads all DUCKathletes in qualifying for the first marquee race of the season – The Rythmic River Run – slated for Oct. 10th.
Only Snoop DRAKE kept QUACKlemore from a weekend sweep with a controversial victory by less than a beak over him on Sunday afternoon’s final race.
“I’m not sure I saw it that way,” a miffed QUACKlemore told the post-race press gathering. “I’m pretty confident the judges weren’t watching the same race anyone else was. I should’ve had 4 wins this weekend, and I will not be as nonchalant about putting the hammer down next time.”
It’s the first season for the new Musical MALLARD Racing Series – presented by Toyota of Puyallup, Minter Industries, NW Fish Cartel and Goodwill ORR – after 3 season’s under the NasQUACK label, and it’s already got it’s already got some conflict and controversy.
“No season of duck racing at Maris Farms has ever been conflict-free,” recalled race announcer Dennis Riley. “And when you get this many big egos on the racecourse, you can anticipate there’ll be some fireworks, especially when it’s two racers from the same musical genre!”
Snoop DRAKE has no love lost for QUACKlemore and certainly wasn’t backing down from what he believed was a very fair & square victory on Sunday.
“QUACKlemore can quack all he wants about this and that, but in the end, the “W” still fell under my column,” Snoop told the post-race press gathering. “He’ll have to realize he doesn’t just get a win for showing up, and just cuz he hadn’t lost up to that point, it doesn’t mean crap to any of us.”
For this past weekend, a total of $120 was raised for local nonprofit Celebrate HARVEST through the “bets” that race fans placed (in the form of a donation) on the races. A total of 131 “bets” were placed and QUACKlemore had the most bets placed on him with 39. Snoop DRAKE had the second most bets with 25. Racing will resume this weekend – Saturday and Sunday at 1 and 3 pm – at Maris Farms. A duck “parade” from the duck quarters to the race pond precedes each race and then they march back to their quarters following each race.
Here are the results after the first weekend:
| DUCKS | WINS | BETS PLACED |
|---|---|---|
| #1 – Michael QUACKson | 0 | 20 |
| #2 – DUCKtor Drey | 0 | 23 |
| #3 – Reba QUACKentire | 0 | 24 |
| #4 – QUACKlemore | 3 | 39 |
| #5 – Snoop DRAKE | 1 | 25 |
Thank you also to the many other supporting partners of this event:
Toyota of Puyallup, Goodwill ORR, NW Fish Cartel, Minter Industries, Rainier Fresh, Skulpt Woodcarving, Firehouse Pub, True Imagery Facepainting, Maris Farms Mini-Donuts, Westside Pizza, Glow Martini Lounge, Hops n Drops and Area253 Glassblowing
Snoop DRAKE rallies, overtakes QUACKlemore for series lead
After winning 3 of 4 weekend races, waddling wrapper takes momentum into ‘Rhythmic River Run’
As dominant as QUACKlemore was in weekend #1 of racing at Maris Farms, most thought he would be the runaway winner of this season’s Musical MALLARD Racing Series. Then, waddling wrap rival Snoop DRAKE woke up in weekend #2 and said “NOT SO FAST!”
The upstart DUCKathlete took 3 of 4 weekend races to gain momentum heading into the first marquee race of the season this Saturday (Rhythmic River Run), quiet the critics and surpass QUACKlemore for the series lead with 4 victories. QUACKlemore is still stuck on 3.
“What a momentum shift, and what an “in your face” to those who questioned his 1 win last weekend,” race announcer Dennis Riley said. “And one of those who questioned his win was actually QUACKlemore, haha. There’s going to be plenty of fireworks for this weekend’s Rhythmic River Run, and especially if it comes down to these two quacks!”
Six special DUCKathletes are competing in the new Musical MALLARD Racing Series – presented by Toyota of Puyallup, Minter Industries, NW Fish Cartel and Goodwill ORR – and it’s been extremely contentious at times, if not downright divisive.
“I told you all that QUACKlemore quack-yappin’ out his tiny little duck hole last week after his one and only race to me at the end of the day,” Snoop told the post-race press gathering. “And as I said last weekend in this very same room, he’ll have to realize he doesn’t just get a win for showing up.!”
And after a winless weekend that saw him lose his top-of-the-leader-board spot, just what was on QUACKlemore’s mind?
“QUACKin’ going to have to re-group and get my mind right this week,” he told the press, following the final race on Sunday. “It can just as easily switch back momentum-wise this next week. Let’s just see how things play out. I’ve heard enough QUACK-talkin’ from Mr. Snoopy.”
For this past weekend, a total of $140 ($260 total thru 2 weeends) was raised for local nonprofit Celebrate HARVEST through the “bets” that race fans placed (in the form of a donation) on the races. A total of 189 (320 thru 2 weekends) “bets” were placed and QUACKlemore had the most bets placed on him with 62. Snoop DRAKE had the second most bets with 50. Racing will resume this weekend – Saturday and Sunday at 1 and 3 pm – at Maris Farms. A duck “parade” from the duck quarters to the race pond precedes each race and then they march back to their quarters following each race.
Here are the results after the second weekend:
| DUCKS | WINS | BETS PLACED | |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 – Michael QUACKson | 0 | 29 | 49 |
| #2 – DUCKtor Drey | 1 | 23 | 46 |
| #3 – Reba QUACKentire | 0 | 26 | 50 |
| #4 – QUACKlemore | 3 | 61 | 100 |
| #5 – Snoop DRAKE | 4 | 50 | 75 |
Thank you also to the many other supporting partners of this event:
Toyota of Puyallup, Goodwill ORR, NW Fish Cartel, Minter Industries, Rainier Fresh, Skulpt Woodcarving, Firehouse Pub, True Imagery Facepainting, Maris Farms Mini-Donuts, Westside Pizza, Glow Martini Lounge, Hops n Drops and Area253 Glassblowing
QUACKlemore, Snoop DRAKE knotted at 5 wins apiece
In battle of waddling QUACK wrappers, DUCKtor Drey wins ‘Rhythmic River Run’, Snoop DRAKE wins late Saturday race & QUACKlemore takes both races on Sunday
Only three DUCKathletes have earned wins during this season’s Musical MALLARD Racing Series (presented by Toyota of Puyallup, Minter Industries, Goodwill ORR and NW Fish Cartel), and they’re all from the QUACK wrap genre. We have completed the halfway point of the 6-weekend duck-racing competition, and the Musical Mallard Racing Series title is still up for grab between this trio.
“All waddling wrappers, and two of them – QUACKlemore and Snoop DRAKE – look like they will vie for the series title when it’s all said and done,” race announcer Dennis “QUACKmaster” Riley said Sunday following the last race of the weekend. “The only other DUCKathlete that has earned a win (actually 2 so far) won the Rhythmic River Run, the first marquee race of the season, on Saturday. That’s a pretty impressive group of waddling quack wrappers.”
QUACKlemore and Snoop DRAKE are now knotted at 5 wins apiece as the field of five racers prepare for this Saturday’s second marquee race (The Billboard Basin Cup), set for Saturday at 2 pm, at Maris Farms.
“It’s time to start separating the pretenders from the QUACKtenders,” QUACKlemore told a post-race press gathering on Sunday afternoon. “I have a feeling it’s going to go back and forth between me and Snoop DRAKE – it always has been!”
DUCKtor Drey was satisfied he could snag the Rhythmic River Run this past Saturday and believes with one solid weekend of 2 or 3 wins, he’ll be in contention for a series title with the two current leaders.
“I’m not going down without a fight, even if that means I have to get a little physical in the water and on the top platform,” he told the press. “I’ve heard enough QUACK-talkin’ from Mr. DRAKE and QUACKlemore. They both think they’re going to be the last two standing when this thing ends. I may still have a few tricks up my feather sleeves.”
For this past weekend, a total of $237 ($497 total thru 3 weekends) was raised for local nonprofit Celebrate HARVEST through the “bets” that race fans placed (in the form of a donation) on the races. A total of 274 “bets” (594 thru 3 weekends) were placed, and DUCKtor Drey had the most bets placed on him with 59. QUACKlemore had the second most bets with 57. Racing will resume this weekend – Saturday and Sunday at 1 and 3 pm – at Maris Farms. A duck “parade” from the duck quarters to the race pond precedes each race and then they march back to their quarters following each race.
Here are the results after the third weekend:
| DUCKS | WINS | BETS PLACED | |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 – Michael QUACKson | 0 | 56 | 105 |
| #2 – DUCKtor Drey | 2 | 59 | 105 |
| #3 – Reba QUACKentire | 0 | 52 | 102 |
| #4 – QUACKlemore | 5 | 57 | 157 |
| #5 – Snoop DRAKE | 5 | 50 | 125 |
Thank you also to the many other supporting partners of this event:
Toyota of Puyallup, Goodwill ORR, NW Fish Cartel, Minter Industries, Rainier Fresh, Skulpt Woodcarving, Firehouse Pub, True Imagery Facepainting, Maris Farms Mini-Donuts, Westside Pizza, Glow Martini Lounge, Hops n Drops and Area253 Glassblowing
QUACKlemore vs. Snoop DRAKE: the quest for Mallard supremacy comes down to final five races!
Musical MALLARD Racing Series headed for photo finish
The race for Musical MALLARD Racing Series supremacy is officially a heavyweight, duck-to-duck showdown. Four weeks into the season, QUACKlemore and Snoop DRAKE have each racked up seven victories, and neither DUCKathlete seems capable of pulling away from the other. With just five races remaining, the stage is set for a thrilling photo finish to the season series, which is presented by Toyota of Puyallup, Minter Industries, NW Fish Cartel and Goodwill ORR.
If the past two weekends are any indication, fans should buckle up for a wild ride.
The two rivals have traded wins all season, with QUACKlemore sweeping both races each of the past two Saturdays and Snoop DRAKE answering with Sunday sweeps the next day. It’s almost as if these two feathered phenoms are determined to keep the championship race tied until the very last moment.
But while the overall standings remain even, QUACKlemore has a particularly impressive feather in his cap: dominance in the marquee races.
QUACKlemore captured the Rhythmic River Run on October 10th and followed it up with a victory in The Billboard Basin Cup on October 17th. Those back-to-back marquee wins have established QUACKlemore as the DUCKathlete to beat when the spotlight shines brightest.
Now comes the next big test.
The Mallard Musical Cup takes center stage this Saturday at 1 p.m. at Maris Farms, and QUACKlemore will enter as the favorite. Can he make it three-for-three in the season’s signature showdowns? Or will Snoop DRAKE spoil the party and deliver a statement victory when it matters most?
With five races left on the schedule, every paddle and every waddle could prove decisive. One big weekend could change the complexion of the season series — but neither duck has shown any signs of backing down.
And while the DUCKathletes battle for bragging rights in the pond, race fans are making a difference on dry land.
Last weekend, fans placed 240 “bets” on the races, bringing the four-week season total to 834 bets. Of course, these wagers come in the form of charitable donations, with proceeds benefiting local nonprofit Celebrate HARVEST. Saturday and Sunday’s action generated $191 for the organization, pushing the season’s fundraising total to an impressive $688.
QUACKlemore was the most popular pick among fans last weekend, attracting 46 bets. Snoop DRAKE was right on his tail with 45. The numbers tell the story: the rivalry isn’t just tight on the water — it’s a toss-up in the eyes of the fans, too!
The action returns to Maris Farms this weekend, with races scheduled for Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Before each race, the DUCKathletes make their ceremonial parade from the duck quarters to the race pond, giving fans a chance to welcome the competitors before the starting action begins. After each race, the feathered field marches right back to the quarters, ready to recover and prepare for the next showdown.
It’s a one-of-a-kind racing spectacle where the competition is fierce, the puns are plentiful and the community wins no matter which duck crosses the finish line first.
So, will QUACKlemore continue his marquee-race magic? Can Snoop DRAKE finally break the tie and seize control of the standings? Or….will another DUCKathlete crash the party during these final five races?
The championship is on the line, the Mallard Musical Cup awaits, and the pond is calling. Be there this weekend at Maris Farms. The next chapter in this epic duck-to-duck rivalry is about to unfold — and it’s going to be anything but fowl play!
Here are the results after the third weekend:
| DUCKS | WINS | BETS PLACED | |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 – Michael QUACKson | 0 | 31 | 136 |
| #2 – DUCKtor Drey | 2 | 34 | 139 |
| #3 – Reba QUACKentire | 0 | 39 | 141 |
| #4 – QUACKlemore | 7 | 66 | 223 |
| #5 – Snoop DRAKE | 7 | 70 | 195 |
Thank you also to the many other supporting partners of this event:
Toyota of Puyallup, Goodwill ORR, NW Fish Cartel, Minter Industries, Rainier Fresh, Skulpt Woodcarving, Firehouse Pub, True Imagery Facepainting, Maris Farms Mini-Donuts, Westside Pizza, Glow Martini Lounge, Hops n Drops and Area253 Glassblowing
ONE RACE. TWO DUCKS. ONE CHAMPION!
DUCKtor Drey steals spotlight; Musical MALLARD Racing Series heads for thrilling season finale to find the 2026 season series champ
The finish line is in sight, the feathers are flying, and the race for the 2026 Musical MALLARD Racing Series (MMRS) championship is headed for a winner-take-all showdown!
With just one race remaining on the schedule, QUACKlemore and Snoop DRAKE are deadlocked at eight victories apiece, setting the stage for a championship clash this Saturday at Maris Farms. But before the two superstar DUCKathletes settle their season-long feud, DUCKtor Drey made sure all eyes were on him last weekend!
Drey waddled his way to a pair of victories, including the third marquee race of the season, the BILLboard Cup, adding another memorable chapter to his 2026 campaign. With four wins now on the season, Drey has established himself as a force to be reckoned with when it comes to the BIG races!
The BILLboard Cup triumph marked Drey’s second marquee victory of the season. He also captured the Rhythmic River Run on October 10, making him the only DUCKathlete to claim two of the season’s three marquee races. Not bad for a duck who has spent the season only making some serious waves when it matters most!
“He’s money when it comes to these money races,” said race announcer Dennis “DUCKmaster” Riley. “He seems to know when to turn up the competitive intensity, and it’s paid off now in the brightest of lights!”
QUACKlemore and Snoop DRAKE weren’t about to let Drey have all the fun, though. Each grabbed a victory of his own during the weekend’s remaining action, keeping their championship showdown perfectly balanced. After five weekends of racing, neither contender has managed to pull away, and now the MMRS title will come down to one final race. Saturday’s showdown promises to be anything but duck soup.
The stage is set for one last trip to the race pond. The Musical MALLARD Racing Series, presented by Toyota of Puyallup, Minter Industries, NW Fish Cartel and Goodwill ORR, returns to Maris Farms this Saturday for the final race of the 2026 season at 3 p.m.
Before the starting action begins, the DUCKathletes will make their ceremonial parade from the duck quarters to the race pond, giving fans a chance to cheer on the competitors one last time. Once the racing gets underway, all eyes will be on QUACKlemore and Snoop DRAKE as they battle for season-long bragging rights—and the coveted MMRS championship.
After each race, the feathered field will march right back to their quarters. But when the final finish line is crossed, there will be no more races to run, no more victories to chase and no more chances to change the standings.
The action on the track continues to deliver, but the generosity of the fans deserves a victory lap of its own.
Last weekend, fans contributed $152 through their race bets, bringing the season’s fundraising total to an impressive $840. Meanwhile, the duck-racing faithful placed 198 bets over the weekend, pushing the season total to 1,032 bets across five weekends of competition.
And who were the crowd favorites? QUACKlemore and Snoop DRAKE tied for the top spot among fan picks, attracting 64 bets apiece. Apparently, the fans are just as divided as the standings!
With both championship contenders carrying eight victories into the final weekend, it’s easy to understand why choosing a favorite has become a Quack-Quandry. Will QUACKlemore fly to the finish with the title, or will Snoop DRAKE make one last splash and take the crown?
One final race. Two championship contenders. Eight wins apiece. And a whole lot of fans ready to find out who will reign supreme. Be there Saturday at 3 p.m. at Maris Farms. It’s time to crown a champion—and this race is anything but for the birds!
Here are the results after the fourth weekend:
| DUCKS | WINS | BETS PLACED | |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 – Michael QUACKson | 0 | 27 | 163 |
| #2 – DUCKtor Drey | 2 | 35 | 174 |
| #3 – Reba QUACKentire | 0 | 33 | 174 |
| #4 – QUACKlemore | 7 | 64 | 287 |
| #5 – Snoop DRAKE | 7 | 64 | 1259 |
Thank you also to the many other supporting partners of this event:
Toyota of Puyallup, Goodwill ORR, NW Fish Cartel, Minter Industries, Rainier Fresh, Skulpt Woodcarving, Firehouse Pub, True Imagery Facepainting, Maris Farms Mini-Donuts, Westside Pizza, Glow Martini Lounge, Hops n Drops and Area253 Glassblowing
QUACKlemore wins Musical MALLARD Racing Series season title in photo finish!
Nine victories, one championship, and a season-long showdown that went down to the final five meters! It took six weeks, plenty of splashing, a whole lot of quacking, and a season-long battle worthy of a championship trophy. But when the final race was over at Maris Farms, there was no doubt who ruled the pond.
QUACKlemore is the 2026 Musical MALLARD Racing Series champion!
Presented by Toyota of Puyallup, Minter Industries, NW Fish Cartel and Goodwill ORR, the six-week series delivered plenty of drama, unexpected twists and some serious duck-on-duck competition. And fittingly, the season came down to the two DUCKathletes who had been battling beak to beak from the very beginning.
QUACKlemore entered the final day with the championship within his sights, but Snoop DRAKE wasn’t about to make things easy. In the season’s final showdown, the two rivals were practically neck and neck, with less than five meters separating them as they charged toward the finish line.
Then, when it mattered most, QUACKlemore found another gear, pulled ahead and crossed the finish line first!
It was his only victory of the day, but it was the one that mattered most. The win gave QUACKlemore his ninth victory of the season and secured the overall championship by a single win over Snoop DRAKE, who finished with eight victories.
“Talk about saving your best performance for last,” exclaimed race announcer Dennis “QUACKmaster Riley. “In this world of duck racing, every little waddle matters, and QUACKlemore found another throttle in his waddle when it mattered most!”
Snoop DRAKE deserves plenty of credit for a tremendous season. He pushed QUACKlemore every step of the way, refusing to let the eventual champion get comfortable. In a series that featured plenty of back-and-forth action, the two superstars established themselves as the class of the pond. In the end, though, QUACKlemore had just enough to claim the crown.
Finishing a distant third in the championship standings was DUCKtor Drey, the only other DUCKathlete to find the winner’s circle this season. He collected three victories along the way, proving that while the championship may have been a two-duck race, there was still plenty of talent swimming in the field.
Unfortunately, it wasn’t a season to remember for everyone. Michael QUACKson and Reba QUACKentire both finished the six-week campaign without a victory. They’ll no doubt be heading into the offseason with some serious motivation to get back in the water and make some noise next season.
The fans were quacking up, too!
While the DUCKathletes were battling for victories, race fans were busy showing their support through their bets, with all proceeds benefiting the event’s non-profit fundraising organization, Celebrate HARVEST.
Saturday’s final race weekend attracted 88 bets, bringing the six-week season total to an impressive 1,145 bets! DUCKtor Drey and Snoop DRAKE shared the betting spotlight for the weekend, with 20 bets apiece. But when it came to the season-long popularity contest, QUACKlemore was the clear fan favorite. He attracted 301 bets throughout the series, followed by Snoop DRAKE with 279 and DUCKtor Drey with 194.
Apparently, the fans had a pretty good idea who the big three were!
And the generosity didn’t stop there. Saturday’s race generated another $70 in donations, bringing the season fundraising total to an impressive $910!
Six weeks, 1,145 bets, $910 raised and plenty of memorable moments. Not a bad haul for a bunch of ducks!
In the end, the Musical MALLARD Racing Series delivered exactly what fans could have hoped for: competition, surprises, big personalities and a championship that wasn’t decided until the final stretch.
Snoop DRAKE gave QUACKlemore everything he could handle. DUCKtor Drey made sure the top two weren’t the only ones making waves. And the fans helped turn every race into something special.
But when the final checkered flag waved, there was only one duck left standing at the top of the podium.
Nine wins. One championship. And bragging rights until next season.
Congratulations, QUACKlemore! The 2026 duck racing pond belongs to you!
| DUCKS | WINS | BETS PLACED | |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 – Michael QUACKson | 0 | 18 | 181 |
| #2 – DUCKtor Drey | 4 | 20 | 194 |
| #3 – Reba QUACKentire | 0 | 16 | 190 |
| #4 – QUACKlemore | 9 | 14 | 301 |
| #5 – Snoop DRAKE | 8 | 20 | 279 |
Thank you also to the many other supporting partners of this event:
Toyota of Puyallup, Goodwill ORR, NW Fish Cartel, Minter Industries, Rainier Fresh, Skulpt Woodcarving, Firehouse Pub, True Imagery Facepainting, Maris Farms Mini-Donuts, Westside Pizza, Glow Martini Lounge, Hops n Drops and Area253 Glassblowing
HOW THE DUCK RACES WORK:
This special event race is patterned after the famed Iron Man Triathlon, where competitors (human, that is) challenge one another over a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and 2.2-mile marathon along the Kona (hawaii) coast each October. However, instead of 1800 human racing machines, Maris Farms will serve up a half dozen of the finest tri-QUACK-aletes in Pierce County, and they’ll cover a grand total of 200 feet! The ducks start at one end of an old cow feeder by swimming 100 feet one direction, then climbing a ramp to a platform built over the swim pond and “running/fluttering” back to where they started. First one back is the winner. In all, there are 20 races during the season. The duck with the most victories over that period is crowned Iron ‘DUCK’ World Champion.
The month-long event helps raise money for the Fisher House by allowing people to place bets on who they believe will win each race. Those bets are given in the form of a donation the Fisher House. To date, the event has raised more than $3,600 for the Fisher House and Wounded Warrior Project since starting in 2013. Money raised now goes toward nonprofit Celebrate HARVEST, whose mission it is to preserve the family farm for present-day and future farmers through helping promote and financially support experiential farming, aka agritainment to them.
Each “betting” participant receives a special duck bill. They also receive a numbered raffle ticket – they keep half and put the other half in the betting slot of their “predicted” winner. At the end of the race, the announcer will draw a name from the “winning” duck’s slot, and that individual will win a prize from one of our sponsors.
Dates of the races: Oct. 1/2, Oct. 8/9, Oct. 15/16, Oct. 22/23 and Oct. 29/30 (weather permitting); Time: 1 pm and 3 pm each weekend day; Price: included with farm admission.
Celebrate HARVEST: a vehicle that’ll help farmers reimagine farming Celebrate HARVEST is simply a vehicle for helping farms travel from where they currently find themselves toward a more non-traditional, profitable and sustainable method of farming – experiential farming or agritainment/agritourism. This allows the farmer to become a price-maker versus a price-taker in the market place by offering memory-making experiences versus a commodity product.