Mary-Courtney Gaddini Named TOBA’s Membership Manager

The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association announced Tuesday that Mary-Courtney Gaddini has joined the association as its Membership Manager.

Mary-Courtney was most recently the Marketing Coordinator at the United States Pony Club. Born and raised in San Francisco, Mary-Courtney has been an equestrian since she was six years old. She is a graduate of Asbury University and previously worked in the foaling division at several Thoroughbred farms in Central Kentucky

Mary-Courtney will manage all aspects of TOBA's membership program and Owners Concierge and will assist with the association's seminars, clinics and special events.

“I am thrilled to enter the Thoroughbred racing industry with TOBA and look forward to meeting and interacting with all of our current and prospective members,” said Mary-Courtney.

“Mary-Courtney's experience and commitment to client services will add tremendous value to the entire TOBA membership and we're excited to welcome her to our team,” said Dan Metzger, president of TOBA.

TOBA, based in Lexington, Ky., was formed in 1961 and is a national trade organization of leading Thoroughbred owners and breeders. TOBA's mission is to improve the economics, integrity and pleasure of the sport on behalf of Thoroughbred owners and breeders. Projects managed by TOBA include the American Graded Stakes Committee, Claiming Crown, Ownership Seminars, Breeding, Conformation & Pedigree Clinics, US-Bred, TOBA Owners Concierge, OwnerView and the Sales Integrity Program. TOBA provides international representation for U.S. owners and breeders on the International Grading and Race Planning Advisory Committee, International Cataloguing Standards Committee and International Thoroughbred Breeders Federation. Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) is the charitable arm of TOBA. TOBA Media Properties, a subsidiary of TOBA, is the co-owner the BloodHorse LLC. TOBA is represented on the board of directors of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association and the Racing Medication and Testing Consortium as founding members.

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Mary-Courtney Gaddini Joins TOBA as Membership Manager

Mary-Courtney Gaddini has joined the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association as its membership manager, it was announced Tuesday.

Gaddini was most recently the marketing coordinator at the United States Pony Club. Born and raised in San Francisco, she has been an equestrian since she was six years old. She is a graduate of Asbury University and previously worked in the foaling division at several Thoroughbred farms in Central Kentucky.

Gaddini will manage all aspects of TOBA's membership program and owners concierge and will assist with the association's seminars, clinics and special events.

“I am thrilled to enter the Thoroughbred racing industry with TOBA and look forward to meeting and interacting with all of our current and prospective members,” Gaddini said.

“Mary-Courtney's experience and commitment to client services will add tremendous value to the entire TOBA membership and we're excited to welcome her to our team,” said Dan Metzger, president of TOBA.

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TOBA To Honor State Breeders At National Awards Dinner

The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association announced today that they will honor breeders selected from 18 states and Canada during the TOBA National Awards on Saturday, Sept. 11.

State Breeders of the Year:

Arkansas: Bill and Mary McDowell

California: George Krikorian

Canada: Ivan Dalos

Canada: Lawrence P. Cordes

Florida: Charlotte Weber/ Live Oak Stud

Indiana: Greg Baer DVM and Deann Baer

Iowa: Allen Poindexter

Kentucky: Godolphin

Louisiana: Tri-Star Racing LLC

Maryland: Angie and Sabrina Moore

Minnesota: Lorie Michaels

New Jersey: John Bowers Jr.

New Mexico: R.D. Hubbard

New York: Twin Creeks Farm

Oregon: Janet and Patrick Cosgrove

Pennsylvania: Blackstone Farm LLC

South Carolina: Franklin Smith Sr.

Texas: James Wessel

Virginia: Lazy Lane Farm

Washington: Darrin L. Paul

“TOBA congratulates the remarkable achievements of all of the state and Canadian breeders, who truly represent the foundation of our sport,” said Dan Metzger, president of TOBA. “Their commitment to excellence and devotion to the horse epitomizes what makes Thoroughbred racing a truly unique and special sport.”

Also honored during the TOBA National Awards program will be the National Owner of the Year, National Breeder of the Year, National Small Breeder of the Year, National Broodmare of the Year, Cot Campbell Racing Partnership of the Year, Industry Service Award, Claiming Crown Horse of the Year and the Sport Horse of the Year.

TOBA's National Awards will be presented live at Hill 'n' Dale at Xalapa, with a special performance from legendary Motown artist Gladys Knight. Tickets can be purchased online at TOBA.org.

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TOBA National Awards To Be Held At Hill ‘n’ Dale At Xalapa On Sept. 11; Gladys Knight To Perform

The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association has announced that the 36th annual TOBA National Awards will be held at Hill 'n' Dale at Xalapa in Paris, Ky., on Saturday, September 11, 2021. Hosted by Gabby Gaudet, the evening will include a special live performance by Motown legend Gladys Knight.

The TOBA National Awards honor breeders from 19 states and Canada. Also recognized are the National Owner of the Year and National Owner Finalists, National Breeder of the Year, Small Breeder of the Year, National Broodmare of the Year, Racing Partnership of the Year, Rood & Riddle Sport Horse of the Year, Claiming Crown Horse of the Year, Industry Service Award and recipient of the Robert N. Clay Award.

“We are thrilled to showcase the TOBA National Awards Dinner at historic Hill 'n' Dale at Xalapa,” said Dan Metzger, president of TOBA. “Thoroughbred owners and breeders are the lifeblood of our sport and it is our privilege to recognize their outstanding achievements from 2020. The spectacular setting at Hill 'n' Dale at Xalapa, along with Gladys Knight, promises to make the TOBA National Awards a unique and special experience for all those who attend. We are very appreciative of the support from John Sikura, Keeneland and all of our sponsors in making this evening possible.”

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“We at Hill 'n' Dale at Xalapa are proud to host the TOBA awards featuring iconic, multiple Grammy award winner Gladys Knight,” said John Sikura, owner of Hill 'n' Dale at Xalapa. “We look forward to celebrating with guests and nominees in a unique setting in celebration of their achievement.”

Tickets will be available online for purchase in the upcoming weeks.

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