Come listen to a panel of experts discuss acquiring horses at auction and through private sales, claiming horses, and joining racehorse partnerships and syndicates. The seminar will include a tour of the Del Mar barns, given by leading Trainers.
Mark your calendars now for this special event. To register,...Read More »
TOC will hold a meeting for all owners Friday, June 15 at 10:00 a.m. in the Paddock Pub at Golden Gate Fields.
This meeting is a follow-up to The Stronach Group’s meeting today at Golden Gate Fields to discuss their application to run their upcoming meet (Aug. 22 to Oct 2,...Read More »
The TOC issued the following statement in response to the growing controversy over the upcoming CHRB hearing on Golden Gate Fields’ application for a race meet from Aug. 22 to Oct 2, 2018.
The issue at hand is Golden Gate’s stated position in its race meet application that it will not...Read More »
The June 2018 issue of the California Thoroughbred magazine is now available for viewing online, courtesy of the California Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association.
To access the full magazine, click here.
A pair of cowboy hat-wearing horsemen, Michael Pageler, third right, shares the dream of Thoroughbred racing...Read More »
TOC Wants to Hear from You!
All horsemen are invited to attend our Open Forum at Pleasanton:
Saturday, June 23, 10:00 a.m.
Alameda County Fair, Pleasanton
(Satellite facility, corner of Valley Ave. and Gate 12)
Meet TOC staff and directors for a discussion of...Read More »
Sunday, July 22 | 6:30 p.m. | Del Mar Paddock | CARMA4horses.org | 626-574-6622
Join us for the Must-Do event of the Del Mar Racing Season while supporting California’s retired racehorses!
Tickets are available now – get them early before they sell out.
Click here...Read More »
More than 50 people attended the latest Conformation Clinic held by the Thoroughbred Owners of California at Santa Anita on Saturday morning, May 12th. The very popular clinics are aimed at helping participants develop an “eye” for a horse by identifying conformation strengths and weaknesses.
TOC partnered with trainers Matt Chew...Read More »
The May 2018 issue of the California Thoroughbred magazine is now available for viewing online, courtesy of the California Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association.
To access the full magazine, click here.
...Read More »AS A MEMBER OF TOC, YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR SIGNI FICANT SAVINGS ON NATIONALLY KNOWN PRODUCTS THROUGH NTRA ADVANTAGE. Not only are you a part of an association that lives for the Equine sport, but your membership entitles you to special savings on products used for your equine farm, business,...Read More »
Arcadia, Calif. – TOC will partner with trainers Matt Chew and Philip D’Amato to offer a FREE “Conformation Clinic” at Santa Anita on Saturday, May 12. Attendees will also have the chance...Read More »
AS A MEMBER OF TOC, YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR SIGNI FICANT SAVINGS ON NATIONALLY KNOWN PRODUCTS THROUGH NTRA ADVANTAGE. Not only are you a part of an association that lives for the Equine sport, but your membership entitles you to special savings on products used for your equine farm, business,...Read More »
At the request of the NTRA, TOC has added its name to the growing list of industry organizations supporting the Agricultural Guest Worker Act of 2018, which would streamline the current visa program for temporary agricultural workers. The legislation is sponsored by longtime friend of horseracing and breeding Rep. Bob...Read More »
TOC is partnering with expert horsemen to offer a FREE “Conformation Clinic” at Santa Anita on Saturday, May 12. The informal workshop is intended to help participants develop an “eye” for a horse. Attendees will visit the trainers’ barns, where they will view a variety of horses to...Read More »
On Saturday, April 14, 2018, 45 people attended TOC’s successful Introduction to the Racing Office webinar! This event was aimed at helping horsemen gain knowledge of the Racing Office responsibilities, such as the role of the Racing Secretary, creating the condition book and the overall process of entries. Other topics...Read More »
Arcadia, Calif. – At its April board meeting, the TOC board voted to appoint Gary Fenton chairman of its Racing Affairs Committee effective immediately. Racing Affairs is one of the most active working board committees with primary responsibility including approving stakes and overnight purse schedules and purse contracts and overseeing...Read More »
All horsemen are invited to TOC’s FREE webinar on Saturday, April 14, at 10:00 a.m. Participate online or by phone and get the chance to have your questions answered by So. Cal Racing Secretaries Rick Hammerle and David Jerkens. Registration is required and must be done by noon on Friday,...Read More »
The April 2018 issue of the California Thoroughbred magazine is now available for viewing online, courtesy of the California Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association.
To access the full magazine, click here.
What a View wins the Crystal Water Handicap for Rob Riggio and partners
Dear TOC Members, As a proud partner of Thoroughbred Owners of California and a longtime supporter of the thoroughbred community, Sentient Jet is pleased to present you with an opportunity to enjoy the exceptional benefits of flying private with...Read More »
On Friday, April 13th, at Santa Anita, there will be an exclusive dinner and wine pairing experience. Featuring a special menu prepared by Santa Anita’s Executive Chef Paula Smagacz combined with outstanding vintages from Cambria Winery, this interactive evening blends outstanding food and wine to create an unforgettable experience in...Read More »
Our first Conformation Clinic for 2018 was held at Golden Gate Fields on Saturday morning, March 24th. The very popular clinics are aimed at helping participants develop an “eye” for a horse by identifying conformation strengths and weaknesses.
TOC partnered with trainers Blaine Wright, Dan Kenney, and Quinn Howey to present a...Read More »
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