Susan Samascott found African Badge through a friend who originally considered him a potential candidate for a student within her training program. Unfortunately, the student was intimidated by African Badge’s substantial size and chose not to proceed with the adoption. Still impressed with the unraced handsome bay Thoroughbred as a riding prospect, the friend contacted Susan hoping that African Badge might be a good match for her instead.
Cheltenham 2024: Meet the ‘worlds tallest jockeys’ Jack Andrews and Thomas Costello hoping for success in horse racing, as the 6’4 contestants prompt startled looks from spectators
Horse racing fans could not have missed the two unusually tall jockeys riding for success on Day One of the 2024 Cheltenham Festival on Tuesday.
LA-Breds To Race For Nearly $6m In Stakes Purses This Year
The Louisiana Thoroughbred Breeders Association will have a nearly $6,000,000 stakes schedule this year the LTBA announced Tuesday. Offered over 67 stakes races, of which 33 will offer a purse of over $100,000, the purses are part of a continuing program to support accredited Louisiana-breds along with incentives for breeders and stallion owners.
“We are proud to offer a dynamic stakes program that provides a year-round schedule for Accredited Louisiana breds,” said LTBA secretary-treasurer Roger Heitzmann III. “Our owners and trainers have found this to be a tremendous benefit, and we are thankful to have four tracks that do great job of supporting Louisiana breds”
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Stable Recovery Honored With William Cooper Faith And Community In Action Award
The William Cooper Faith and Community in Action award was bestowed upon Stable Recovery Tuesday according to a release from the organization. Honored at the Annual Governor's Prayer Breakfast, Stable Recovery was celebrated for their support of individuals and families affected by substance abuse.
“We are humble and grateful to receive the Faith and Community in Action Award,” said CEO of Stable Recovery Christian Countzler. “We wake up every day and try to make a difference. Our mission is challenging but worthwhile, and it is heartening to be recognized by the governor and the state for all the hard work we do.”
More information about Stable Recovery and their mission can be found at their website.
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