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TOC Holds Successful Conformation Clinic

Trainer William “Bill” Delia with his group. Our last Conformation Clinic for 2017 was held at Golden Gate Fields on Saturday morning, September 9th. The very popular clinics are aimed at helping participants develop an “eye” for a horse by identifying conformation strengths and weaknesses. TOC partnered with trainers William (Bill) Delia and Jamey Thomas to present a valuable and … Read more

TOC Members Enjoy Annual Meeting at Del Mar

Nearly 150 members attended the TOC Southern California Annual Meeting on Saturday morning, August 12, at Del Mar Racetrack. Following a delicious buffet breakfast, they heard a “State of the TOC Address” by President & CEO Greg Avioli, which was followed by a lively question and answer session. 2016 Leading owner awards were announced to J. Paul … Read more

Register Now for Toc’s Conformation Clinic

Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) is offering a FREE “Conformation Clinic” at GGF on Saturday, September 9th. The informal workshop is intended to help participants develop an “eye” for a horse. With the assistance of some expert horsemen, attendees will view a variety of horses and identify their conformation strengths and weaknesses. The workshop will take … Read more

New Owner Seminar at Del Mar Well Attended

On Sunday, July 23, 2017, attendees enjoyed expert presentations about the various ways of becoming a racehorse owner. The seminar featured panelists Rollin Baugh, Matt Chew, Jeff Lifson and Elizabeth Morey and was moderated by Todd Schrupp of TVG. Included in the program were segments on buying at auction, claiming a horse, private purchases, and … Read more

Registration Now Open for Southern California Annual Meeting & Handicapping Contest

Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) invites all members to the Southern California Annual Meeting. The general business meeting will allow directors an opportunity to bring the membership up to date on important issues and will include a question-and-answer session. Award presentations will also be made to the winners of the annual Owner Awards, and a … Read more

Registration Now Open for TOC’s New Owner Seminar

Come listen to a panel of experts discuss acquiring horses at auction and through private sales, claiming horses, and joining racehorse partnerships and syndicates. The seminar will include a tour of the Del Mar barns, given by leading Trainers. Mark your calendars now for this special event. To register, please click here, or call us at (626) … Read more

TOC Holds Open Forum at Pleasanton

The Thoroughbred Owners of California hosted their annual Open Forum at the Alameda County Fairgrounds Satellite Wagering Facility on Saturday, June 24, 2017. The event was well-attended with more than 30 owners coming to listen to TOC staff and directors discuss current events and answer questions about the state of the industry. Topics of interest … Read more

TOC Holds Successful Conformation Clinic

Trainer Jim Cassidy having a Q&A session. Approximately 45 people attended the latest Conformation Clinic held by the Thoroughbred Owners of California at Santa Anita on Saturday morning, May 13th. The very popular clinics are aimed at helping participants develop an “eye” for a horse by identifying conformation strengths and weaknesses. TOC partnered with trainers … Read more