The Thoroughbred Homeowners and Breeders Affiliation introduced as we speak the election of David O’Farrell as chairman of its Board of Trustees. Additionally becoming a member of O’Farrell on the Board of Trustees to serve three-year phrases as new members are Jake Ballis, Ben Bernhard, Tina Marie Bond, and Brook Smith.
Re-elected to three-year phrases had been present trustees Carrie Brogden and Tim Cohen.
“I’m honored to be re-elected as TOBA chairman,” mentioned David O’Farrell. “Our board of trustees and the TOBA membership signify an vital constituency, and we look ahead to working with different business stakeholders to enhance the economics and integrity of the game.”
Following its annual members assembly, the TOBA Board of Trustees met to elect officers for the affiliation. Officers named for 2024-2025 are: David O’Farrell, chairman, Everett Dobson, vice-chairman, Dan Metzger, president; Doug Cauthen, secretary; and Garrett O’Rourke, treasurer.
Brant Laue was elected chair of the American Graded Stakes Committee, succeeding Everett Dobson who reached his time period restrict. Â Additionally, the TOBA Board additionally authorised the appointment of Billy Koch to the American Graded Stakes Committee.
The 2024-2025 committee is comprised of TOBA members Brant Laue (chair), Barbara Banke, Walker Hancock, Billy Koch, David O’Farrell, and Alex Solis II and racing officers Gatewood Bell (Keeneland), Dan Bork (Churchill Downs and Ellis Park), Martin Panza (NYRA), Rick Hammerle (Kentucky Downs), and Tora Yamaguchi (Del Mar).
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