Duane Swingley Honored For Over 50 Years Of Service To Indiana Horse Racing

Duane Swingley, longtime horseman in the state of Indiana, was recognized by the Indiana Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association (ITOBA) for his commitment to Thoroughbred racing. Swingley was honored during a winner's circle presentation during the races Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Indiana Grand.

“Duane has dedicated a lot of years to the sport of horse racing,” said Tom Mosley, president of ITOBA. “Even before the first pari-mutuel race and even before the first slot machine, Duane has been committed to the betterment of the sport in our state.”

Swingley was joined in the winner's circle by members of ITOBA along with Indiana Grand management for the presentation. The Selma, Ind. native received a plaque and belt buckle for more than 50 years of service to Indiana horse racing. Swingley is also a longtime board member for ITOBA and currently serves as first vice president of the executive board.

In addition to being an active trainer and owner, Swingley also owns and operates Duane Swingley Auctioneers. Each fall he handles the details for ITOBA's Fall Mixed Sale. This year's event is set for Saturday, Oct. 16 beginning at 1 p.m. in the Receiving Barn at Indiana Grand.

Live Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing is in progress through Monday, Nov. 8. The 120-day racing season offers action Monday through Thursday with a first post of 2:25 p.m. Monday through Wednesday. Racing begins at 3:25 p.m. on Thursdays. Indiana Champions Day is set for Saturday, Oct. 30 featuring four Thoroughbred and five Quarter Horse Stakes with purses exceeding $1 million. First post for Indiana Champions Day is 12 p.m.

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Nearly 80 Head Consigned to Indiana Fall Mixed Sale, Catalog Now Online

The Indiana Thoroughbred Owner's and Breeder's Association is pleased to announce that the catalog for the ITOBA Fall Mixed Sale is now online with a total of 79 head, including 64 yearlings, one weanling, nine horses of racing age and five broodmares, all in foal.

Normally held at Indiana Grand Racing and Casino, this auction instead will be conducted at the nearby Smith Training Stables located at 8296 N. Michigan Road in Fountaintown, Ind. The sale is set for Oct. 31 at 1 p.m. and it will be run by Duane Swingley Auctioneers.

The majority of racing stock in the sale are Indiana-breds, with many also being Indiana-sired, making them eligible for the lucrative Indiana Thoroughbred Breed Development Program. Many leading Indiana stallions are represented, as well as top regional and national sires.

ITOBA has partnered with American Racehorse magazine to help promote the sale on social media, and in the coming weeks each hip will be individually profiled, with photos included when available. Updates will be posted on ITOBA's Facebook page and Twitter feed at @IndianaTOBA.

“We are very pleased with the quality of this catalog, and we think it offers something for just about anyone looking to breed or race in Indiana,” said ITOBA President Bruce Murphy. “There are so many opportunities for Indiana-bred and Indiana-sired horses at all levels, plus many in this sale are also eligible to be nominated to the ITOBA Stallion Season Auction Stakes.”

For more information and to view the online catalog, go to www.itoba.com/sales or www.duaneswingleyauctioneers.com.

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