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Registration Now Open for New Owner Orientations!

The Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) is hosting orientations for new owners at Santa Anita & Golden Gate Fields on Saturday, February 23, at 11:00 a.m. The orientations are open to the public and is geared towards new & prospective owners. We will visit the following offices for quick introductions and a brief Q&A to help become familiar with the ins & outs of … Read more

TOC Members Enjoy Annual Meeting at Golden Gate Fields

On Saturday, October 20, more than 70 TOC members and guests attended the 2018 Northern California Annual Meeting at Golden Gate Fields. Attendees heard a State of TOC Address by CEO & President, Greg Avioli. They also had the opportunity to meet and chat with TOC board members and staff as well as participate in … Read more

TOC Holds Successful Conformation Clinic

More than 60 people attended yesterday’s Conformation Clinic at Santa Anita. 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 Jim Cassidy, Matt Chew, and Patrick “Paddy” Gallagher to present a valuable and professional program for the attendees. They each … Read more

Registration Now Open for Northern California Annual Meeting

Thoroughbred Owners of California (TOC) invites all members to the Northern 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. An award presentation will also be made, and a complimentary buffet luncheon will be served. Reservations … Read more

Register Now for Toc’s Conformation Clinic at Santa Anita!

TOC is partnering with expert horsemen to offer a FREE “Conformation Clinic” at Santa Anita on Saturday, October 6. The informal workshop is intended to help participants develop an “eye” for a horse. Attendees will visit the trainers’ barns, where they will view a variety of horses to identify their conformation strengths and weaknesses. The … Read more

Successful New Owner Seminar at Del Mar

On Sunday, July 22, 2018, attendees enjoyed expert presentations about the various ways of becoming a racehorse owner. The seminar featured panelists Andy Havens, Kim Lloyd, Alan Mindell and Aron Wellman and was moderated by Todd Schrupp of TVG. Included in the program were segments on buying at auction, claiming a horse, private purchases, and partnerships and … Read more

Registration Now Open for Southern California Annual Meeting

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