Many Thoroughbred industry participants, busy with day-to-day tasks, don’t think about the sports challenges such as equine safety and finding an economic model that works.
Light Up Racing Aims to Shed Light on Transparency and Awareness
When someone within the Thoroughbred Industry recalls why they got into whatever facet they wake up in the morning to attend to, they don't think about the troubles and dwindling social image that is horse racing; they think of the horse and their love of the sport.
HISA Launches Next Generation Advisory Group
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) has established a Next Generation Advisory Group, which will provide feedback to HISA's executive team and standing committees on the implementation and evolution of HISA's regulations and protocols. Made up of individuals in the early to mid-stages of their professional careers, the Advisory Group is open to new applicants, who can apply to join prior to the Feb. 9 deadline.
“Establishing a Next Generation Advisory Group was an easy decision for HISA,” said HISA CEO Lisa Lazarus. “We are safeguarding racing for generations to come by focusing on implementing rules and regulations to make racing safer and fairer for all involved. We welcome the feedback and perspectives of this Next Generation Advisory Group who will surely act as excellent advocates for preserving the sport's future.”
The Next Generation Advisory Group will be co-chaired by Mackenzie Kirker-Head, HISA Communications and Design Manager, and Brandon Badgett, Director of Strategy at Jahnel Group. HISA Assistant General Counsel Sam Reinhardt will act as Secretary, and Alexa Ravit, Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit (HIWU) Director of Communications & Outreach, will act as HIWU Liaison.
HISA will select a diverse group of 10-12 individuals who bring a wide range of experience in horse racing, related industries and innovation to join the Advisory Group.
Aadditional information about HISA's Next Generation Advisory Group should be submitted to Mackenzie Kirker-Head at Mackenzie.KirkerHead@hisaus.org.
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Two Standouts as Top Win Contenders for 2024 Lecomte Stakes
The Grade 3, $200,000 Lecomte Stakes Saturday at Fair Grounds brings together a field of eight hoping to earn points on the Road to the 2024 Kentucky Derby Presented by Woodford Reserve, not to mention snag the $120,000 winner’s share of the purse.
