What's Happening Across Maryland Racing

Structural demolition necessary for the redevelopment of Pimlico Race Course began July 24 with the razing of the existing barns and outbuildings adjacent to Winner Avenue. Clark Construction Group, the Maryland Stadium Authority’s construction manager, is tasked with the demolition.

The Maryland racing community is saddened by the death of Carlyne Tapscott, a longtime trainer who passed away July 4 at age 82 at her home in Upper Marlboro, Md. She was surrounded by her husband, James, and daughter, Jenile.

The Backstretch Recreation Program at Laurel Park, facilitiated by Bryant Paz and Dan Mangum in collaboration with the MTHA, continues to be a vital part of daily life for workers on the backstretch.

During the summer break in live racing at Laurel Park, MedStar Health physicians who staff the Maryland Horsemen’s Health System will be available on a limited schedule.

The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, in partnership with MedStar Health and Adventist HealthCare LifeWork Strategies, will host its annual Health Fair on Tuesday, September 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Recreation Room at Laurel Park.

The Ferris Allen Bootstraps Scholarship—established to support members of the Maryland Thoroughbred racing community who seek to further their education—is now open for applications.

Planning is underway for the traditional summer meet at the Maryland State Fair at Timonium, which again will offer seven live racing programs this year.

Design and Planning Efforts Underway For Site Located In Woodbine in Carroll County

The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (MTHA) Board of Directors met in an open meeting on June 17, 2025, at Laurel Park and via Zoom.

It’s never too early to start planning for the 2025 Ferris Allen Bootstraps Scholarship—an award created to support individuals working within the Maryland Thoroughbred racing community who aspire to further their education.