Category: 2023

2023 Texas Summer Yearling Sale Will Be Held On August 28th

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(Austin, TX) – The Texas Thoroughbred Association will hold its 2023 Texas Summer Yearling Sale on August 28th. The sale will be held at the sales pavilion at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie, Texas.

“We’re fresh off the successful 2023 Texas Two-Year-Olds in Training Sale, so now we turn our attention to our yearling sale,” TTA sales Director Foster Bridewell said. “We’ve already had a lot of interest from our owners and breeders about our 2023 Texas Summer Yearling Sale. This announcement of our date on August 28, 2023 is just the start of our planning process as we work to continue to put on successful sales in the Texas region.”

The 2022 Texas Summer Yearling Sale set records for the TTA Sales company. One-hundred-sixty-one horses sold for $3.41M in total sales, up from $3.2M at the 2021 sale. The average sale price in 2022 increased and the median price was also up year to year.

“We are proud of the gains made at our 2022 Texas Summer Yearling Sale,” Bridewell added. “In 2023, we have an opportunity to continue to grow our sales operation and provide a strong marketplace for our buyers to shop for and our sellers to showcase quality horses in the region.”

The Entry Deadline for the 2023 Texas Summer Yearling Sale is June 30, 2023 and consignment forms are now available at www.ttasales.com.

Accredited Texas Bred Deadline May 31

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ATTENTION: MAY 31 ACCREDITATION DEADLINE
ACCREDITATION DEADLINES:
The deadline for accrediting Texas-foaled yearlings (foals of 2022) at the TTA Member rate of $75 is a postmark, fax or email date of May 31, 2023. The non-member fee to accredit foals of 2022 is $125. Membership packages begin at $60 for a full year. If you are not a TTA member or your membership has expired, you may pay the $60 to become a current member and then pay the $75 accreditation fee. If you are not sure of your membership status, call the TTA office.
Please submit a completed application along with the appropriate fee. TTA will apply a virtual Accredited Texas-Bred stamp to your digital Jockey Club certificate once the foal’s registration is complete.
Yearling applications after the May 31 deadline will require an accreditation fee of $200 (members) or $250 (non-members).
NOTE: A yearling nominated to the Texas Stallion Stakes Series has not necessarily been accredited. To verify accreditation status, contact the TTA office.
Thank you!
Dominique Oxner
Racing/Accreditation Manager
Texas Thoroughbred Association
192 Cimarron Park Loop, Suite A
Buda, TX 78610
Phone: 512-458-6133
Fax: 512-453-5919

A G’S CHARLOTTE WINS CONVINCINGLY IN THE $60,000 SPOTTED HORSE

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The 2023 Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred season kicked off with a pair of stake races Friday night.  A G’s Charlotte picked up a stylish looking victory in the Spotted Horse, while Taylors Tap rallied in the final yards to capture the Acadiana.  The opening night card was contested over a track listed as muddy after substantial overnight rains.

A G’s Charlotte, owned by Thomas Galvin, broke alertly from her inside post position and was quickly in front as the field entered the first turn.  Sassy Beast was her closest pursuer in the early stages, with Another Hot Mess saving ground along the rail in third.  Jockey C.J. McMahon had A G’s Charlotte traveling comfortably through an opening quarter-mile in 24.35 seconds and a half-mile in 48.61.  As the field entered the far turn, the Patricia West trainee was a half-length in front of Sassy Beast, with Majestic Ways splitting rivals to move into contention alongside Another Hot Mess.

Through six furlongs in 1:13.49, A G’s Charlotte, still traveling smoothly, continued to fend off a stubborn Sassy Beast, as the pair kicked clear of the rest.  Inside the final furlong A G’s Charlotte spurted clear with a burst to finish 4-1/4 lengths clear of Sassy Beast.  It was another 2-1/2 lengths back to Another Hot Mess in third.  The final running time for the mile distance for the 3-year-old and upward fillies and mares was 1:39.10.

A G’s Charlotte earned $36,000 in capturing her sixth victory from 16 career starts.  Her career bankroll now stands at $263,160.

The winner is a 4-year-old bred in Louisiana by the owner.  The dark bay or brown filly was sired by Mo Tom and is out of the Indygo Shiner mare Adrianne G.

A G’s Charlotte returned $4.80 to win as the wagering favorite, $2.80 to place and $2.20 to show.  Sassy Beast paid $6.40 to place, $3.60 to show and Another Hot Mess paid $2.60 to show.

Tapwrit Filly Tops the 2023 Texas Two-Year-Olds in Training Sale

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Sales topper Hip 167. Photo Olivia Friesen/TTA

 

 

(Grand Prairie, Texas) The hammer dropped on the gray filly by Tapwrit at $300,000 Wednesday to lead the way at the 2023 Texas Two-Year-Olds in Training Sale.

Consigned by Pike Racing as Hip 167, the Tapwrit filly, who is out of the winning and producing Henny Hughes mare Sky O’Blue, walked into the sales ring with much anticipation. Randy Morse, as agent, signaled the winning bid, signing the ticket on the filly who breezed the 9.4 bullet for 1/8th of a mile at Lone Star Park on Monday. 

“The Tapwrit filly certainly didn’t disappoint at any point this week,” TTA Sales Director Foster Bridewell said. “She breezed in 9.4, showed well at the barn, and presented herself beautifully in the ring. We’re lucky to have had her in our sale and thankful to all parties involved.”

A Bolt d’Oro colt brought $160,000 marking the second highest priced horse to leave the ring Wednesday and the highest priced colt. The Oklahoma bred son of Bolt d’Oro, out of a producing Street Sense mare, was consigned by Bryan Ford Training Stable. Larry Hirsch signed the ticket. Hirsch also bought Hip 190, a colt by Lord Nelson out of the stakes-placed mare Malibu Party, for $155,000 from the Oak Creek Thoroughbreds consignment. Hip 193, a filly by Nyquist consigned by Clary Bloodstock, sold for $150,000 at the very end of the sale to Hirsch as well.

“We’re truly fortunate to have had such quality offerings in our 2023 sale,” Bridewell said. “It’s a testament to the hard work and time put in by our sellers and teams behind these athletes. And we’re grateful to our buyers locally, nationally, and internationally for supporting our sale.”

In total, 103 hips sold Wednesday at the 2023 Texas Two-Year-Olds in Training Sale for a total of $3,420,000, an increase from last year. 

Full results are posted at TTAsales.com.

EVANGELINE DOWNS 2023 THOROUGHBRED SEASON SPRINGS TO LIFE APRIL 7

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THE 61-DAY SEASON RUNS FROM APRIL 7 THROUGH AUGUST 12

 

 

OPELOUSAS, LA –The 2023 Thoroughbred season opens at Evangeline Downs on Friday, April 7.  The meet will consist of 61 racing days running through August 12.  First post each night will be at the new time of 5:30pm Central.  The racing schedule will feature racing on Wednesday through Saturday for the first five full weeks of the meet.  Beginning the week of May 18, racing will switch to a Thursday through Saturday schedule.

Vicente Del-Cid has taken the Louisiana racing scene by storm and will be the top returning rider in 2023.  Del-Cid captured his first riding title at Evangeline Downs last summer and followed that up with a runaway championship at the recently concluded Delta Downs meet.  C.J. McMahon, Tim Thornton, and Joe Stokes are among some of the other riders looking for a big season.  Jose Luis Rodriguez joins the jockey colony and will be represented by former trainer Ron Faucheux.

Karl Broberg regained his spot at the top of the trainer standings in 2022 following a runner-up finish in 2021.  The Broberg barn connected with 44 winners from 228 starters to take top honors last season.  Eduardo Ramirez, the 2021 training champ, is among the trainers looking to unseat Broberg.  Robertino Diodoro will bring a division of his stable to the Opelousas oval this year. Trainers Justin Jeansonne, Isai Gonzalez and Allison Escobar will also be new additions to the backside.  Other notable trainers include Keith Bourgeois, Sam David, Sam Breaux, Rylee Magnon, and Allen Landry.

The popular “Exotic Animal Racing” will make a return to Evangeline Downs on April 22.  The Saturday card will include a couple of non-wagering events featuring racing camels and zebras sure to delight and entertain the crowd.

The 2023 season will feature an expanded stakes schedule, starting with a pair of stakes on opening night.  The $60,000 Spotted Horse and $60,000 Acadiana are the main events.  The first Saturday card includes the $60,000 Lafayette and Strong Eagle will look to defend his title in the $100,000 Evangeline Mile.

Racing fans will want to make plans to attend the races the first weekend of May for simulcasting of the Kentucky Oaks on Friday and the 149th Kentucky Derby on Saturday from Churchill Downs.  The EVD Classic highlights the live Derby Day card.

The marquee night of the season will take place on Saturday, June 3 with Louisiana Legends Night.  The program will feature six stake races for Louisiana-bred runners, with each purse increased to $100,000 guaranteed this year.  Free Like a Girl and Net a Bear were popular winners on the 2022 Legends Night.

The Friday, July 7 card features the $75,000 Louisiana Stallion Stakes presented by Coteau Grove Farms and the filly division of the $60,000 Shine Young Futurity.  Saturday, July 8 will have the $60,000 Shine Young colts and gelding division, along with the $75,000 Louisiana Stallion Stakes presented by Coteau Grove Farms.

For more information on Evangeline Downs, including a full stakes schedule, visit the track’s website at www.evdracing.com.  Evangeline Downs information can also be found on Twitter @EVDracing and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/EvangelineDownsRacing.

Evangeline Downs Racetrack Casino and Hotel, a property of Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE:BYD), features exciting casino action, live horse racing, the Fan Duel sportsbook and fun dining experiences. Evangeline Downs is located in Opelousas, Louisiana, off I-49 on Cresswell Lane at Exit 18.

April Calendar of Events from the LTBA

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 Louisiana Thoroughbred Breeders Association would like to share the following list of dates of interest to Louisiana horsemen and women.Brought to you by Whispering Oaks Farm,  Breeders Sales of Louisiana and Louisiana Thoroughbred Breeders Association. Click images to link to more information

April 2

  • Palm Sunday

April 3

  • Texas Two-Year-Olds In Training Breeze Show, Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie

April 5

  • Texas Two-Year-Olds In Training Sale, Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie

April 6

  • Louisiana  Downs barn area opens for 2023 Thoroughbred meet.
  • First Day of Passover


April 7

  • Evangeline Downs 2023 Thoroughbred Meet Opens
  • Acadiana Stakes, Evangeline Downs, Opelousas
  • Spotted Horse Stakes, Evangeline Downs, Opelousas
  • Good Friday/LTBA Office Closed

April 8

  • Lafayette Stakes, Evangeline Downs, Opelousas
  • Evangeline Mile, Evangeline Downs, Opelousas

April 9

  • Easter Sunday

April 18

  • Tax Day

April 24

  • Louisiana Downs 2022 Thoroughbred meet zero date for papers.

April 25-28

  • OBS Spring Sale of Two-Year-Olds In Training

April 28, 29, 30
May 4, 5, 6, 7

  • New Orleans Jazz Fest at the Fair Grounds

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Fred Stone prints available at First UU Church of New Orleans Bidding for Justice Spring Auction April 1st

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The First Unitarian Universalist Church of New Orleans is hosting a fundraiser this Saturday called “Bidding for Justice Spring Auction“, Saturday, April 1st, 6 -9 p.m.

Included in the auction are several Fred Stone limited edition horse series signed and numbered prints.

For more information and to see the prints being offered, go to:

Auctria.events/BIDDINGFORJUSTICE_FirstUUChurchNOLA

 

 

Anyone interested in the prints but unable to attend the auction may contact Jodie Manale at

fuunoauction2023@gmail.com

OBS Spring Sale catalog is now online

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The catalog for the Ocala Breeders’ Sales Company’s 2023 Spring Sale of Two-Year-Olds in Training is now available via the OBS website at obssales.com.

A total of 1,221 juveniles have been cataloged for the four-day sale, now set for Tuesday through Friday, April 25th – April 28th. All sessions will begin at 10:30 a.m.

  • Hip No 1 – 306 will sell Tuesday, April 25th.
  • Hip No. 307 – 612 will be sold Wednesday, April 26th.
  • Hip No. 613 – 918 will sell Thursday, April 27th.
  • Hip No. 919 – 1222 will be sold Friday, April 28th.

The Under Tack Show will be divided into seven sessions, set for Sunday through Saturday, April 16 – April 22, all beginning at 8:00 a.m.

  • Sunday, April 16: Hip No. 1 – 175
  • Monday, April 17: Hip No. 176 – 350
  • Tuesday, April 18: Hip No. 351 – 525
  • Wednesday, April 19: Hip No. 526 – 700
  • Thursday, April 20: Hip No. 701 – 875
  • Friday, April 21: Hip No. 876 – 1050
  • Saturday, April 22: Hip No. 1051 – 1222

Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit Launches Anonymous Whistleblower Platforms; Whistleblower Service is Operating in Partnership with RealResponse

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(New York, NY and Charlotte, NC)- The Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit announced today the launch of its anonymous whistleblower platforms that enable participants in the Thoroughbred industry to submit tips safely and anonymously regarding potential violations of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s (HISA) Anti-Doping and Medication Control (ADMC) Program. The text and email platforms are supported through a partnership with RealResponse, the leading provider of safe and secure reporting platform for athletes, teams, and organizations, while the telephone platform is supported by Ansafone.

Using the designated telephone line, text line, or email address, any industry participant can anonymously submit information relating to Covered Horses, barns, trainers, or other Covered Persons for review by HIWU’s Investigations Unit. Submissions are accepted 24/7. Whistleblowers can include their contact information if they are open to potential follow up from HIWU’s investigators. However, this option is voluntary.

“Our anonymous whistleblower platforms will empower concerned individuals to safely and securely alert HIWU to potential violations of the AMDC Program, including situations where the welfare of the horse or integrity of the sport may be compromised,” said Michelle Pujals, HIWU’s general counsel. “We look forward to working with RealResponse, which has a proven track record in administering this type of technology, to facilitate the success of this key component of the ADMC Program.”

“We are honored to work with the leadership of the Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit,” said David Chadwick, RealResponse Founder and CEO. “We have seen significant interest from leading integrity agencies who seek a more efficient and effective platform to enhance their investigative process. Working with HIWU as it launches platforms to protect against efforts that compromise the integrity of horse racing, as well as to protect the wellbeing of the equine athletes, is important to us. Our service makes it simple and easy for those in the field to report concerning incidents they witness to ensure fairness and safety across the industry.”

Individuals who would like to submit tips should utilize the following contact options:

Phone Line: (888) 714-4498
Text Line: (855) 901-8477
Email Address: hiwutips@hiwu.realresponse.com

Industry participants should note that the HIWU Investigations Unit can only consider tips regarding the ADMC Program and will not respond to potential violations of HISA’s Racetrack Safety Program or other violations or inquiries that fall outside the jurisdiction of the ADMC Program. Potential violations of the Racetrack Safety Program will be forwarded to HISA.

Those with information regarding potential violations of HISA’s Racetrack Safety Program should call (877) 513-2919 or email feedback@hisaus.org. Submissions will be treated anonymously.

 

 

Louisiana Breds Shine on Fair Grounds Final Weekend

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In addition to the Louisiana Derby Day races, Fair Grounds held six stakes for Accredited Louisiana-breds closing weekend, Saturday, March 25, and Sunday March 26.

Watch highlights and post race interviews below

 

Crescent City Derby

 

Allnight Moonlight
Ransom the Moon–Gingertini, by Medaglia d’Oro
O–Roger G. Smith, B–Coteau Grove Farms, LLC (LA), T–Ron Faucheux, J–Florent Geroux

 

Crescent City Oaks

Star Moment
Star Guitar–Moment of Majesty, by Saint Liam
O–Intrepid Thoroughbreds LLC, B–Brittlyn, Inc. (LA), T–Ron Faucheux, J–Corey J. Lanerie

Costa Rising Stakes

Big Chopper
Shackleford–Miss Well Molded, by Unusual Heat
O–Kendel D. Standlee, B–Kendel Standlee (LA), T–Scott Gelner, J–Corey J. Lanerie

 

Star Guitar Stakes

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Star Guitar–Touch Magic, by Lion Heart
O–Set-Hut LLC, B–Coteau Grove Farms, LLC (LA), T–Jeff Delhomme, J–Timothy Thornton

 

Page Cortez Stakes

First I’ve Seen
Astrology–Correct Call, by Consolidator
O–Tom Curtis, B–Tom Curtis & Wayne Simpson (LA), T–Victor Arceneaux, J– Casey Fusilier

 

Shantel Lanerie Memorial Stakes

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Connect–Grand Style, by Giant’s Causeway
O–Rocket Ship Racing, LLC, B–Gulf Coast Stables LLC (LA), T–Thomas M. Amoss, J–Corey J. Lanerie