The author reflects on their formative experiences in 4-H, highlighting how participation in activities like livestock judging and showing sheep taught them valuable life skills such as responsibility, goal-setting, and teamwork. Growing up on a farm, 4-H introduced them...
Ted Noffey, a two-time Grade 1 winner trained by Todd Pletcher and sired by Into Mischief, has emerged as the early favorite for the Kentucky Derby 2026, with Caesars Sportsbook in Nevada listing him at 11-1 odds. The colt...
The Thoroughbred Racing Initiative (TRI) is preparing for Florida's 2026 legislative session to oppose efforts by Gulfstream Park’s owner, 1/ST Racing & Gaming, to decouple live horse racing from slot machine licensing requirements. Launched in early 2023 by key...
Breeders' Cup Limited has announced that the final deadline to nominate foals born in 2025 to the Breeders' Cup program at the discounted one-time fee of $400 is Wednesday, October 15 at 11:59 p.m. ET. This nomination grants lifetime...
The article discusses a shift in the equestrian industry where horse show success has become the primary goal rather than a measure of training progress. Dr. Holly Helbig highlights how this focus on winning, especially in early riding stages,...
Amateur rider Zoe Clarke from Inverness and her traditional gypsy cob, Marley VI, triumphed at the Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) by winning the SEIB Insurance Brokers Search for a Star Hack Championship. Marley’s remarkable journey from being...
