Darren Filkins Appointed to TOC Board
Arcadia, Calif. – The board of directors of the Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) unanimously voted to appoint owner Darren Filkins, CEO of Harris Farms, Inc. to fill a vacancy on the board created by the …
Article Archives
More Recent Articles
TOC Announces Annual Owner Awards
Arcadia, Calif. – The Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) has announced the winners of its 2024 statistical awards for leading California owners. For the fourth consecutive year, Reddam Racing was leading owner in total purse earnings and topped the standings for most California starts. Hronis Racing LLC led all owners …
Workers’ Comp rates remain unchanged in 2025, pending further review
Arcadia, Calif. – Post Time Self Insurance Group (PTSIG) has advised that there is no change in the horse industry’s workers’ compensation program covering backstretch workers and jockeys at the start of 2025, though rates may change due to the short notice decision to greatly reduce the number of race …
February 15 Deadline to Request Nomination for TOC Board Election
The election process for the TOC board of directors is now under way! There are two ways to qualify for the ballot – nomination by the nominating committee or nomination by petition. February 15 is the postmark deadline for those desiring to run for the TOC board through the nomination …
The New California Racing Circuit – Recording Available
Earlier this week, California Authority of Racing Fairs (CARF) board unanimously voted to withdraw the Golden State Racing application for 2025 race dates at Pleasanton. In conjunction with the vote, California’s Thoroughbred racing stakeholders finalized a landmark agreement to ensure the long-term viability of the sport statewide. Starting December 26, …
Tiz Molly Partners Wins TOC’s Inaugural Partnership Award
Arcadia, Calif. – Tiz Molly Partners has been selected by Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) as the recipient of the inaugural Horseracing Partnership Award. Nominated by one of the four partners, Richard Thornburgh, the partnership was chosen by TOC’s Owner Relations Committee from a strong field of 14 nominees. Its …