Twilight Tear: 1944's Champion 3-year old Filly and Horse of the Year
Early Life (1941-1942) Calumet Farm owes much of its early success to their foundation sire Bull Lea. The farm had purchased him as a...
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Kaeli Bartholomew
Aug 14, 2019
The Turbulent History of Churchill Downs
The words “Kentucky” and “horses” are practically synonymous. The state boasts 450 farms in the Bluegrass Region alone. It is only...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Aug 13, 2019
The Spicy Mare that Made Morgan Better
Social media has proven itself to be an excellent marketing platform not only for businesses but for non-profits. CANTER, a non-profit...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Aug 12, 2019
The Levels or Classes of Horse Racing
Horse racing is a complex sport with many different levels, or classes, at which horses compete. These differing levels even out...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Aug 11, 2019
10 Facts about Equipoise
Equipoise raced from 1930-1935, earning himself a record of 51:29-10-4. Read 10 facts about this incredible racehorse below! 1. Equipoise...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Aug 8, 2019
Lane's End Farm: 40 Years of Excellence
The black fences of Lane’s End Farm greet visitors long before their entrance does. Green pastures stretch as far as the eye can see....
Kaeli Bartholomew
Aug 7, 2019
Quality Road: A Story of Success
Early Life (2006-2007) Quality Road ticks every box of the requirements of a good Thoroughbred. Successful on the racetrack? Check. Good...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Aug 5, 2019
The Wonderful Experience of Being a Part Owner of a Racehorse
Many people have found it hard to get involved in horse racing ownership. It’s easy to crave the feeling of being in the paddock before...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Aug 4, 2019
Man o' War: The Story of the Mostest Hoss
Man o' War is considered to be one of the greatest racehorses of all time. He ran 21 times, losing only once after a bad start.
Kaeli Bartholomew
Aug 1, 2019
Horse Racing's Unsightly Successes
This September, droves of horse racing industry folk will venture to Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky. They will carefully look through...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Jul 31, 2019
Honor Code: Horse Racing Royalty
Early Life On March 1st, 2011, Dell Ridge Farm delivered a foal of royal descent. He was picture perfect - a dark bay with four white...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Jul 29, 2019
10 Facts About Seabiscuit
Seabiscuit's story - one full of trials, tribulations, and success against all odds - has enchanted horse racing fans for nearly a...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Jul 28, 2019
New Project Launches to Increase Engagement in Minnesota Horse racing
“Horse Racing is a better place when people are involved”. Surely, that sentence is one that veteran racing industry executive Joe Scurto...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Jul 24, 2019
The Story of Dustwhirl, the Dam Of Whirlaway
Foaled in Kentucky in 1926 was a filly that racing fans would soon come to know, though not for her accomplishments on the racetrack. In...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Jul 23, 2019
How The Average Person Can Support Aftercare for Racehorses
Taking excellent care of the Thoroughbreds involved in horse racing is a vital part to the sport. This, of course, means ensuring that...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Jul 22, 2019
Champion Three-Year Old Monomoy Girl Returns After Colic
“Colic” is a scary word for anyone who owns or loves horses. While most cases of colic can heal on their own or with little treatment, it...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Jul 21, 2019
The Life & Career of Rachel Alexandra
Early Life: In 2005, breeder Dolphus Morrison was the owner of a mare by the name of Lotta Kim. She had been a pretty successful...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Jul 18, 2019
Taste Of Victory Stables: Racehorse Ownership Without Breaking The Bank
Owning a Thoroughbred racehorse outright is something that can seem impossible for many people. It is so expensive to purchase a horse in...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Jul 17, 2019
Seeing Secretariat Pt. 2
Secretariat is considered to be one of the greatest horses in horse racing history. During his 19 years of life, Secretariat touched the...
Kaeli Bartholomew
Jul 16, 2019
Ex-Racehorse Finds New Calling as a Hunter Through CANTER
CANTER is an organization well-respected for their ability to match horses and people. Those who work within the organization are more...
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