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By Wandering Eyes · Posted
Lauren Biddle has been named Director of Marketing and Education at Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association. Biddle, most recently Executive Director of the Public Media Business Association, will lead TOBA's efforts to amplify its mission, deepen member engagement, and highlight the rich heritage of the Thoroughbred industry. Biddle has also served as Executive Director of the Paris-Bourbon County Chamber of Commerce where she spearheaded the development of the Legends of Bourbon County Thoroughbred Fund–a 501c3 nonprofit organization aimed at promoting the Bourbon County Thoroughbred industry through tourism initiatives such as public art exhibits, festivals, and 5k races on local horse farms. “Growing up in Central Kentucky, I've seen firsthand how the history and passion of this region shape the Thoroughbred industry,” Biddle said. “I am honored to step into this position with TOBA, where I can help tell the stories of the breeders, the owners, and the people behind the horses. My goal is to bridge tradition and innovation–through education, marketing, and community–to strengthen TOBA's impact across the industry.” The post Lauren Biddle Named TOBA Director of Marketing and Education appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
GI Breeders' Cup Juvenile winner Ted Noffey (Into Mischief) has been made the 6-1 individual morning-line favorite in Pool 2 of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager, which opens Thursday at noon and closes Sunday at 6 p.m. “All Others Foaled in 2023” is the pool's overall 9-5 favorite. Brant (Gun Runner), third in the Breeders' Cup juvenile, is 10-1, and Further Ado (Gun Runner), expected to go postward in the GII Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes Saturday, is 20-1. Running concurrently with Pool 2 of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager is the lone Kentucky Derby Sire Future Wager where fans can wager on sires of Derby prospects. Ted Noffey's sire Into Mischief was made the 4-1 morning-line favorite. Not This Time is 6-1 in the pool and Gun Runner is 8-1. All other sires is also 8-1. To view complete fields for both pools, click here. The post Ted Noffey Individual Favorite for Derby Future Pool 2 appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
Raíces: The Making of Latino Legacies in Racing, a new bilingual showcase and education initiative that highlights 100 trailblazing Latino men and women whose contributions have shaped Thoroughbred racing and breeding from the late 1800s to today, has opened at the Keeneland Library. The free exhibit is presented in English with an accompanying Spanish audio guide. “Raíces showcases the longstanding roles and achievements of industry professionals across the Americas: jockeys, grooms, exercise riders, owners, breeders, caretakers, veterinarians and beyond,” Keeneland Library Director Roda Ferraro said. “The title reflects both the roots these men and women planted in the sport and the legacies they continue to build. It was essential to us to present stories that have been under-told or never shared–and to do so with the depth, accuracy and cultural context they deserve. The exhibit was made possible thanks to a deeply collaborative, multinational team of writers, translators, photographers and advisers. Their collective perspectives enhanced a thoughtful representation of these histories.” Gabi Kuenzli, who acted as Research and Development Co-Curator of Raíces, said, “The exhibit offers an interpretation of what so many people see every day on the track, but might not fully understand: the prevalence and importance of Latino protagonists at all levels of the sport. Seeing themselves represented has brought immense pride to the many industry workers who have already visited.” Keeneland Library will host an open house Dec. 4 from 6-8 p.m. with welcome remarks at 6:30 p.m. The free event does not require a ticket, but guests are asked to RSVP by Dec. 1 to LibraryPT1@keeneland.com. Raíces can be seen at the Library during its regular hours, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Library will offer customized exhibit tours and education programs designed for school and university groups, general public audiences through collaborations with community partners and industry stakeholders. To schedule an exhibit experience, email rferraro@keeneland.com or call 859-288-4223. The post Keeneland Library Exhibit Celebrates Latino Contributions to Racing appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
by Matt Cutair We must elevate the discussion surrounding the New York racing calendar beyond the current, unproductive focus on the total number of racing dates. This metric is ultimately irrelevant if not tied to the overall quality and economic viability of our product. Arguing over the number of racing dates is a distraction, especially if a nominal increase in days is achieved by simply reducing the number of races run per day. For example, gaining four extra days by moving from a three-day to a four-day week means little if we write an average of one fewer race per day over that period. The real goal is not simply volume, but value. Instead of negotiating for days, NYRA, Owners, and Trainers must align on the three critical metrics that will define success over the coming years: Handle: Maximizing wagering revenue. Lowering Costs: Improving operational efficiency. Experience: Enhancing the product for owners, fans, and bettors. By running fewer days, but being more strategic about the calendar, we can achieve these goals: Maximize Handle: We should concentrate races on higher-quality days–specifically weekends and established high-handle days. By strategically expanding the number of races on these high-demand days, we can mitigate and potentially offset the impact from canceling low-handle days. Enhanced Owner Experience: Consolidating races onto weekends makes the sport significantly more accessible to owners. A 2 p.m. race on a Thursday in February naturally excludes many working owners. Moving that race to a weekend slot dramatically increases owner attendance and engagement. Improve the Betting Product: Running fewer days with a more concentrated schedule will naturally lead to enhanced field size and competitive racing. This benefits the gambler by offering a superior wagering product at times more conducive to their schedules. Lowering Costs For All: Furthermore, a reduction in racing days would be expected to dramatically lower operational costs across the entire ecosystem. The savings realized from operating the track less frequently must be strategically shared between NYRA and the horsemen (this is an “argument that's worth having”). This is crucial, as trainers will also see reduced expenses (which ultimately benefits owners), amplifying the overall economic efficiency gained from a refined calendar. The current state of winter racing entries and field sizes in New York clearly demonstrates that the status quo is unsustainable. While it may offer a fleeting, short-term benefit for an individual owner/trainer to win in a four-horse field, this practice leads to the long-term erosion of the product's quality. We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity with the impending opening of the new Belmont Park. Our collective effort must be focused on a strategic calendar that raises the level of competition, maximizes revenue, lowers costs to participants and delivers a premium experience. Let us move beyond bottom-of-the-barrel arguments about the number of dates and focus on the quality of racing. Matt Cutair has owned horses on the New York racing circuit for over 20 years, starting out as a partner with Sovereign Stables, eventually running under his own stable–Cutair Racing, and now running the Adelphi Racing Club partnership group. Cutair currently owns and campaigns over 35 horses in New York (with more than half of them being New York- breds). In addition to his racing interests, he also owns New York-based broodmares and has a small group of retired horses (including OTTBs) stabled at the barn at his primary residence in nearby Greenwich, CT. The post Letter to the Editor: New York Dates–Let’s Elevate the Discussion appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
The Retired Racehorse Project has launched its 2025 year-end giving campaign with a total goal of $100,000, including a $41,000 match pledge that will double contributions from donors who support the organization's charitable mission to increase demand for Thoroughbreds beyond racing. The match pledge has been donated by the combined efforts of Valerie Callcott-Stevens, Copper Beech Stables, Glen Hill Farm, the Happy Dog Fun, Carolyn Rice, and Thor-Bred Stables. “The RRP's programming focuses on supporting the broad tapestry of individuals and entities that are tied to the Thoroughbred, which is the most effective and systemic way to benefit the horses,” said RRP executive director Kirsten Green. “Our small team works tirelessly to serve all of these varied communities, whether it's efforts to help racing connections keep in touch with their horses' new owners, driving demand for Thoroughbreds in riding careers so that they can move through their retirement transition efficiently, or providing educational resources and opportunities for riders. The RRP understands that positive outcomes for the horses are dependent on the collective success of the people associated with them.” To learn more about the Retired Racehorse Project and its year-end giving campaign, visit theRRP.org or contact Megan Garlich, Development Manager, at mgarlich@therrp.org. Direct donations can be made at therrp.org/donate. The post RRP Launches Year-End Giving Campaign appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article
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