What's Happening Across Maryland Racing

The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association is pleased to announce that its Christmas Party will return this year after an absence since 2020.

Beyond The Wire and the Maryland Horsemen’s Association Foundation are proud to announce they are both recipients of 2023 grants from Thoroughbred Charities of America, whose mission is to fund and facilitate the support of Thoroughbreds and the people who care for them.

Alan Foreman, Chief Executive Officer of the Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association and longtime counsel to the MTHA, will serve as ombudsman on behalf of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority and its Horseracing Integrity and Welfare Unit, which enforces HISA'S Anti-Doping and Medication Control Program. HISA and HIWU made the joint announcement Sept. 13.

The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association will hold a Members only Meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 20th to provide an update on the work of the Maryland Thoroughbred Racing Operating Authority which was created by legislation earlier this year. The discussion will specifically focus on redevelopment plans and discussions around physical assets that will impact the future of Maryland racing.

With recent developments in the Thoroughbred industry, accurate record-keeping and the ability to track and store all the information needed to run a successful racing stable is more important than ever. On Monday, Sept. 25, at 11 a.m., the THA will host a webinar on TLore Equine Management, which offers horsemen and women an Internet-based stable management program that is also compliant with many HISA requirements.

The Maryland Jockey Club (MJC) is pleased to announce the return of Ken Brown, a seasoned veteran with decades of experience in track maintenance, to the important role of Track Superintendent, effective September 18th. Brown, a familiar figure in the Maryland racing community, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new position.