LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is thrilled to announce that a Thoroughbred High Point Award will be presented at Santa Anita CSI3* & Santa Anita CSI5*-W, the prestigious show jumping events hosted in partnership by 1/ST and Split Rock Show Jumping Tournaments, at the iconic Santa Anita Park. Both weeks the awards are sponsored by 1/ST, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, and CARMA. The event will include the Santa Anita CSI3* (November 12-16) and the Santa Anita CSI5*-W, featuring the FEI Jumping World Cup™ Los Angeles (November 19-23).
New in 2025, the inaugural Santa Anita Park Thoroughbred High Point Award will be presented to the highest placing Thoroughbred each week. With the goal of showcasing the diversity of Thoroughbred talent, this award is open to all participants and divisions competing.
“Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is proud to sponsor the Thoroughbred High Point Award at the Santa Anita,” said Stacie Clark Rogers, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Operations Consultant. “This award highlights the exceptional talent and versatility of Thoroughbreds in second careers, showcasing their athleticism and spirit beyond the racetrack. Supporting initiatives like this aligns perfectly with our mission to promote aftercare and celebrate the continued success of these remarkable horses.”
“CARMA is thrilled to be part of the inaugural Thoroughbred High Point Award at Santa Anita,” said Lucinda Lovitt, Executive Director, CARMA. “Showcasing Thoroughbreds thriving in new disciplines right here in California underscores the importance of aftercare and the incredible adaptability of these horses. We’re proud to support an initiative that celebrates the journey of Thoroughbreds from racing to rewarding second careers.”
Winners of the Thoroughbred High Point Award will receive a monetary prize of $2,000, a Santa Anita Park race day package, and a high point ribbon.
Entries for the Santa Anita CSI3* are still open, and a wait list is available for the Santa Anita CSI5*-W. To enter or be placed on the wait list, emails can be sent to lindsey@splitrockjumpingtour.com.
“As a past board member of the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, I am excited to showcase the talent and versatility of racehorses who have transitioned to new careers as show jumpers. Including the Thoroughbred High Point Awards as part of the Santa Anita Park and Split Rock Jumping Tour perfectly connects the world of racing with equestrian sport and spotlights our shared love and passion for horses,” said Nicole Walker, Vice President, The Stronach Group and professional equestrian. The Stronach Group and 1/ST are proud to have donated over $1 million to support the work of Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
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About The Stronach Group and 1/ST
The Stronach Group is a world-class technology, entertainment and real estate development company with Thoroughbred racing and pari-mutuel wagering at the core. The Stronach Group’s 1/ST business (pronounced “First”) is North America’s preeminent Thoroughbred racing and pari-mutuel wagering company and includes the 1/ST RACING & GAMING, 1/ST CONTENT, 1/ST TECHNOLOGY and 1/ST EXPERIENCE businesses, while advocating for and driving the 1/ST HORSE CARE mission. 1/ST represents The Stronach Group’s continued movement toward redefining Thoroughbred racing and the ecosystem that drives it. 1/ST RACING & GAMING drives the best-in-class racing operations and gaming offerings at the company’s premier racetracks, training centers and premier events including: Santa Anita Park and San Luis Rey Downs (California); Gulfstream Park – home of the Pegasus World Cup and Palm Meadows Thoroughbred Training Center (Florida); and The Preakness Stakes (Maryland). 1/ST CONTENT is the operating group for 1/ST’s media and content companies including: Monarch Content Management, Elite, TSG Global Wagering Solutions (GWS) and 1/ST TV. 1/ST TECHNOLOGY is racing’s largest racing and gaming technology company offering world-class products via its AmTote, Xpressbet, 1/ST BET, XB SELECT, XB NET, PariMAX and Betmix brands. 1/ST EXPERIENCE blends the worlds of sports, entertainment and hospitality through innovative content development, elevated national and local venue management and hospitality, strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and procurement development. As the advocate for critical industry reforms and by making meaningful investments into aftercare programs for retired horses and jockeys, 1/ST HORSE CARE represents The Stronach Group’s commitment to achieving the highest level of horse and rider care and safety standards in Thoroughbred racing on and off the track. The Stronach Group’s TSG Properties is responsible for the development of the company’s live, play and work communities surrounding its racing venues including: The Village at Gulfstream Park (Florida) and Paddock Pointe (Maryland). For more information, visit www.1st.com or follow @1ST_racing on Twitter or @1stracing on Instagram and Facebook.
About California Retirement Management Account
CARMA (California Retirement Management Account) is a charitable 501 (c)(3) organization formed to assist Thoroughbred rehabilitation and retirement organizations that facilitate the care and retraining of Thoroughbreds who raced in California and whose racing careers have ended. CARMA ensures that racehorses have retirement options by managing and disbursing funds to qualified retirement facilities caring for such horses.
About Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance
Based in Lexington, KY, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that accredits, inspects, and awards grants to approved aftercare organizations to retrain, retire, and rehome Thoroughbreds using industry-wide funding. Along with continued funding from its original partners Breeders’ Cup, The Jockey Club, and Keeneland Association, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is supported by owners, trainers, breeders, racetracks, aftercare professionals, and other industry members. Since its inception in 2012, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has granted more than $36.04 million to accredited aftercare organizations. Currently, 87 aftercare organizations comprised of approximately 180 facilities across North America have been granted accreditation. To learn more about Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, visit thoroughbredaftercare.org.
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