The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association (TOBA) announced its 2007 National Awards Dinner will be held at John G. Sikura’s Hill 'n' Dale Farms on Saturday, September 8, 2007. This marks the first time that the event will be held on a Saturday. “Hill ‘n’ Dale is honored to host the 22nd Annual TOBA Awards Dinner,” said John G. Sikura, owner of Hill ‘n’ Dale. “We congratulate all the national award winners on their achievement. It is the contributory success of each state which makes TOBA...

The 17th Annual Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) Stallion Season and Art Auction, which began with a Season Telephone Auction and concluded with a live auction at the Keeneland Entertainment Center on December 1, was a record-breaking event. Fasig Tipton auctioneers conducted the auction. "Since many seasons are still being sold, the results are not yet final. The sales-to-date, however, are well in excess of $2,000,000, representing an increase of more than 30% over last year," said Liz...

Wamberto (Rousseau-Voltaire-Dutch Boy), bred by Mr. and Mrs. Heida of Wolvega, The Netherlands, was the clear winner of the championship ring for the dressage stallions at the 2006 KWPN Stallion Show. An absolute model in type, the wave of applause from the audience followed him as Wamberto toured the arena with extraordinary buoyancy, fluidity and expression. His movement was beautifully natural and soft, rolling forward with unparalleled suppleness and freedom. Wamberto's super character was...

(Lexington, KY) -- The USEF, and previously USA Equestrian, reviewed the applications submitted by the organizer of the Las Vegas World Invitational (LVWI) for three years prior to approving the competition in 2005. The USEF committees reviewing the applications established several conditions which had to be met by the organizers, primarily related to technical issues insuring the safety of the horses and riders, and securing payment to the competitors and officials. The USEF approved the event...

The HorseTV Channel announced its October 27, 2005, debut date for full-time availability to multi-channel cable and satellite providers. The HorseTV Channel, announced and funded earlier this year, presents a full lineup of horse-related events and programming to an enthusiastic and rapidly growing, grassroots following across the country. “This is a very significant and exciting time for us,” said George Greenberg, Chairman and CEO of The HorseTV Channel. “We’ve been building our core...

An online auction will begin on September 1 and run through September 15 to benefit Jan Michael, grandson of Philadelphia-based racehorse trainer Don White. Jan Michael was born prematurely on February 3 of this year with extensive complications, including a cleft lip and palate leaving him unable to swallow, necessitating stomach tube feeding and constant aspiration to prevent choking to death. Proceeds from the auction will be used to pay for home nursing care and other health care costs not...

Following the FEI European Reining Championships held in Manerbio, Italy, last May, preparations are under way for the second finals edition of the $100,000 FEI World Reining Masters Series, presented by the Arcese Group, which will be held on September 22-25, 2005. The finals of the prestigious competition, which were held in Oklahoma City during the National Reining Horse Association Futurity last year, will be hosted at the beautiful Palasturla facility located in Manerbio, Italy. “We are...

HorseTV Media Group, Inc., announced that it has set an early fall date for the launch of the only 24 hour-a-day television network dedicated to equestrian sports and lifestyles. The company also announced its acquisition of Equestrian Vision USA (EVUSA), the largest supplier of equestrian videos in North America. EVUSA’s extensive library of television and video programming represents some of the most respected and best-known equestrian competitions in the world, including the videos from the...

While most of us only dream of running a four-star course, the next best thing is experiencing it through the eyes and insights of Olympian equestrians! Attendees of the 2005 Rolex Kentucky CCI**** can do just that at the SmartPak Equine-sponsored course walk with Kim Severson and Amy Tryon. Severson and Tryon will offer their tips and tactics for riding the toughest cross country course in the U.S. Everyone is welcome to attend this incredible opportunity; just sign up at the SmartPak booth in...

Laura Kraut and Miss Independent (Randi Muster/PMG) Lexington, KY – The field narrows yet again, as Laura Kraut edges her way to the top of the standings in the East Coast League. Adding more fuel to an already fiery 2005 season, Kraut, a native of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, jumped her way to a first place finish at the $75,000 Cosequin Florida Open in Wellington, March 6. The double clear round atop Miss Independent put Kraut two points ahead of McLain Ward in the standings, previously the...