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Please welcome our newest TOBA members!
Larry Cappucciti
Joseph Drendel
Greg Goforth
Walker Hancock
Eric Kordsmeier
William Martin
John Mulholland
Joan Reifman
Susan Rose
Corinna Wildermuth
As of April 29, 2014
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Thank you to our long-standing members
TOBA recognizes some of its loyal members who have been with the association for 20 years!
Glen Bromagen
Peter Callahan
Margaret Carrothers
R.H. Douglas
James Durante
John Ferris
Herbert Moelis
Kendel Standlee
Edward Stoll, III
Guy Trolinger
Jeffrey Yingling
Check back in next month’s eNewsletter for more 20-year members.
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| Member Benefits |
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These are just some of TOBA’s membership benefits that all members can enjoy:
Discounts with:
John Deere
Sherwin-Williams
UPS
Valvoline
OfficeMax
Free clubhouse admission to most racetracks
Up to 25% off Avis and Budget car rentals
Check out all of our membership benefits.
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Thoroughbred Racing Protective Bureau Integrity Hotline
Help protect our sport’s integrity. Anonymously contact the TRPB’s Integrity Hotline at 1-866-TIP-TRPB.
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| Continue Your Education
with TOBA’s Thoroughbred Ownership Seminar DVD (2013)
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Experts from all aspects of the Thoroughbred industry discuss how to build a racing stable, the owner and trainer relationship, common veterinary concerns, accounting and insurance issues, understanding racing partnerships, Thoroughbred retirement and much more.
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| Welcome to our monthly eNewsletter featuring our TOBA Member of the Month. Each month, we profile a TOBA member, describe their involvement in the Thoroughbred industry and explain how TOBA has assisted them along the way. |
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Member of the Month
Alfonso Mazzetti
Al Mazzetti with his mare Free Space (graded
stakes producer) in foal to Into Mischief
Kentucky breeder Alfonso Mazzetti has come a long way from his native Peru. Born in the country’s capital of Lima, Mazzetti immigrated to the United States at age 16 in 1971, settling in Colorado. He achieved notable success in Colorado’s Thoroughbred program, but later made the move to Kentucky. Recently, he co-bred two standout half-siblings: stakes winner Holiday Mischief and 2014 Blue Grass Stakes fourth-place finisher Big Bazinga. Read more.
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Open Letter from TOBA Chairman Peter S. Willmott
The recent flurry of activity regarding the treatment of horses and humans in the Thoroughbred industry requires a strong response from TOBA. Read more.
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Industry Experts Provided In-Depth Knowledge at
April 18 Thoroughbred Ownership Seminar
Twenty-nine prospective and current owners gathered at historic Keene Place at Keeneland on Friday, April 18 for the educational Thoroughbred Ownership Seminar. After inspirational opening remarks from KTA/KTOB Executive Director David Switzer, the attendees hopped on a Keeneland shuttle to the training barns of Kenny McPeek and Barclay Tagg for a unique “virtual ownership” session. Read more.
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OwnerView Thoroughbred Owner Conference
October 13-16 at Keeneland in Lexington Ky.
Join us for a unique opportunity to attend a first-class educational and entertaining experience for current and prospective owners in the sport of Thoroughbred racing in the heart of the world-famous Bluegrass region of Lexington, Ky.
Click here to learn more and register!
Hosted by OwnerView, an information resource developed jointly by The Jockey Club and Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association.
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Tax Depreciation for Race Horses
Moves out of Finance Committee
Washington, D.C. (Thursday, April 3, 2014) – The United States Senate Finance Committee reported today legislation that would extend expired or expiring tax provisions for race horses, including a provision to extend the three-year recovery period. Read more.
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FLAIR Strips
FLAIR Strips make breathing easier, reduce EIPH lung-bleeding and fatigue during exercise, and quicken exercise recovery in the equine athlete. Like them on Facebook and follow them on Twitter.
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Congrats Corner
Congratulations to the following TOBA members who own or bred a recent winner!
Mari’s Big Rock broke her maiden at Will Rogers Downs for owner Cindi Bigheart and breeder Circle S Ranch on 4/1/14.
Fashion Plate won the Santa Anita Oaks (gr. I) at Santa Anita Park for owners Arnold Zetcher and Michael Tabor and breeder Springland Farm on 4/5/14.
Irish Whisper won an allowance race at Aqueduct for owner/ breeder John Hicks and breeder Howard Nolan on 4/11/14.
Draw Two won an allowance race at Keeneland for breeder Jack Swain on 4/17/14.
Spanish Pipedream broke her maiden at Keeneland for breeder Hurstland Farm on 4/24/14.
Title Contender won the George Royal Stakes at Hastings Racecourse for breeder Town & Country Farm Corp. on 4/27/14.
*This list is randomly selected and is not all-inclusive. If you are a TOBA member and own or bred a recent winner, please email toba@toba.org and we will include you in the next eNewsletter!
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 29th Annual Dinner Date and Location Announced
TOBA announced this week that the 29th National Awards Dinner will be held on Friday, September 5 at the Lexington Convention Center in Lexington, Ky. The awards dinner honors the achievements of Thoroughbred owners in the four major North American racing regions and breeders in 22 states and Canada. Read more.
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Visit Australia with Racing-Europe
Thinking about international racing travel? TOBA partner Racing-Europe invites you to join other racing enthusiasts on an international racing experience to Australia on October 28-November 9! This trip features the Melbourne Cup, Sydney’s harbor, farm visits in the Hunter Valley, plus other special activities.
Racing-Europe trips include premium seating at the racecourses, as well as farm and training visits. Go to www.racing-europe.com or call (800) 261-0499 for more information.
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Don’t Miss Out on TOBA’s Upcoming Clinics!
May 15-16 Ownership Seminar: Timonium & Baltimore, Md.
This seminar features the owner/trainer relationship, options for acquiring horses, business topics, online resources and retirement. Attendees will also experience the excitement of Black Eyed Susan Day at Pimlico.
May 30-June 1 Breeding Clinic: Lexington, Ky.
Attendees will tour Thoroughbred farms and discuss topics such as pedigree theory, conformation, equine nutrition, foaling and farm management.
Click here to register online or call 888-606-TOBA to register over the phone. Check out what attendees are saying about TOBA’s seminars and clinics!
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Thoroughbred Charities of America News
TwinSpires.com, the official advance-deposit wagering service for Churchill Downs, has created an opportunity for players to bet along with some of their favorite stars from the Esquire Network’s reality show – Horseplayers. Read more.
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2014 TOBA Seminar & Clinic Schedule
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| May 15-16 |
Timonium, Md. and Baltimore, Md. |
Thoroughbred Ownership Seminar |
| May 30-June 1 |
Lexington, Ky. |
Breeding Clinic |
| July 5 |
Chicago, Ill. |
Thoroughbred Ownership Seminar |
| August 4 |
Saratoga Springs, N.Y. |
Pedigree & Conformation Clinic |
| August 7 |
Saratoga Springs, N.Y. |
Thoroughbred Ownership Seminar |
| October 13-16 |
Lexington, Ky.
Register at OwnerView.com |
OwnerView Thoroughbred Owner Conference |
| October 18-19 |
Lexington, Ky. |
Pedigree & Conformation Clinic |
| December 6 |
Hallandale Beach, Fla. |
Thoroughbred Ownership Seminar |
Click here for clinic details and agendas. Schedule is subject to change without notice.
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Thank you for your continued membership in TOBA. Your membership ensures the voices of owners and breeders are heard!
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