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By California Horse Power Coalition  When fans watch Thoroughbred racing at Del Mar, 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 scenes to ensure...

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...

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),...

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...

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 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 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 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,...

Behind the scenes at Santa Anita Park, a vital community hub supports the people who make California racing possible every day. For backstretch workers whose long hours, physical demands, and dedication are foundational to the sport, the Santa Anita Recreation...

As part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening California’s horse racing industry through workforce development and inclusion, 1/ST Racing, whose operations span both California and Florida, has partnered with the Ed Brown Society to create meaningful pathways for...