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A New Generation Takes the Reins: Kailey Vasquez
By California Horse Power Coalition For as long as Kailey Vasquez can remember, horse racing has been a part of her family’s story. Growing up with her father working at Santa Anita Park, she saw firsthand the dedication, hard work and sense of community that make...
DR. TROUTMAN, THE HORSE WHO HELPS HEAL
DR. TROUTMAN, THE HORSE WHO HELPS HEAL By Jay Privman Dr. Troutman doesn’t have a medical degree, but he’s proven to be a worthwhile source for people with medical issues. The veteran racehorse ran a remarkable 81 times during a career in which he spent 10 years on...
How California’s Commitment to Safety Sets the Standard for Thoroughbred Racing
By California Horse Power Coalition When fans watch Thoroughbred racing in Southern California, they see the excitement of world-class competition. What they don't always see is the extensive network of professionals, technology, and protocols working behind the...
From Curiosity to Passion: Leah Rivers Finds a Connection to Horse Racing
By California Horse Power Coalition As part of the 1/ST x Ed Brown Society Internship Program, students from diverse backgrounds are gaining firsthand experience in the Thoroughbred industry while exploring the sport's rich history, career opportunities, and...
Building the Future of Horsemanship: Pony Club Members Explore Santa Anita Park and the Thoroughbred Community
By California Horse Power Coalition Recently, members of the Southern California Region Pony Club (SCRPC) received a behind-the-scenes look at Santa Anita Park through a collaborative effort between the Southern California Racehorse Adoption Foundation (SCRAF),...
From First Exposure to Future Possibilities: Asya Seraphin Discovers Horse Racing
By California Horse Power Coalition As part of the California Horse Power Coalition’s commitment to building awareness and opportunity around the many career paths within the Thoroughbred industry, we’re proud to spotlight emerging professionals gaining firsthand...
Supporting the Backstretch: Inside CTHF’s Recent Health Fair
By California Horsepower Coalition On a recent morning at the track, the California Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Foundation (CTHF) welcomed backstretch workers for a health fair designed to do something simple, but impactful: make care more accessible. Open to all...
More Than a Race: How Derby Day Starts with the Community
More Than a Race: How Derby Day Starts with the Community By California Horsepower Coalition Before the first race is run at Santa Anita Park on Derby Day each April, something else unfolds on the grounds as thousands of runners cross a finish line where the sport’s...
‘A Significant Boost To San Diego’s Economy’: 2025 Breeders’ Cup Generates $125 Million In Economic Impact
‘A Significant Boost To San Diego’s Economy’: 2025 Breeders’ Cup Generates $125 Million In Economic Impact Independent study conducted by Sport Management Research Institute found that the World Championships supported 1,023 jobs in the region. By Breeders' Cup Press...
Year of the Horse: Powering California’s Economy, Culture, and Future
Year of the Horse: Powering California’s Economy, Culture, and Future As we celebrate the Year of the Horse in 2026, there’s no better time to recognize the profound role horses play across California. Long regarded as symbols of strength, freedom, and partnership,...