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All Posts & News Press Releases Success Stories Aftercare Editorials Retraining Tips Supporter Features Inspector Spotlights Hamburger Toggle Menu Previous Post Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance On-Site at National Horseplayers Championship Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance On-Site at National Horseplayers Championship FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 7, 2025 News Tags:National Horseplayers Championship, NHC, NTRA, Official Charity Partner, Thoroughbred Aftercare, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance LEXINGTON, KY — Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has been announced as the Official Charity Partner of the NTRA National Horseplayers Championship (NHC), taking place at the Horseshoe Las Vegas Hotel and Casino from March 14-16, 2025. Throughout the week, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will have a booth set up where horseplayers are encouraged to stop by and learn more about accredited aftercare. Branded gifts will be available in exchange for a donation. Additionally, there will be an opportunity to donate and enter for a chance to win various prizes from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. Winning prizes include: a table for four at the Santa Anita Derby on April 5, 2025, $250 in Horseplayer.com credits, a private tour of Old Friends, and Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance branded gifts. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will also be on-site for NTRA’s Last Chance First Chance NHC qualifier, which is held on Thursday, March 13. NTRA generously donated a VIP experience during Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance’s “Off to the Races” online charity auction earlier this year. The VIP experience included hotel accommodation and a waived entry fee for this qualifier. “We’re thrilled to have Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance return to the National Horseplayers Championship,” said Tom Rooney, President & CEO, NTRA. “Their commitment to the welfare of our cherished equine athletes once their racing careers end is a cause we all stand behind and is instrumental to the continued future and success of our sport.” “We are excited to be back as the Official Charity Partner of NHC for another year,” said Catherine Flowers, Data Director, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. “Thank you to NTRA for their continued support and to the horseplayers who support not only Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance but also our industry’s deserving Thoroughbreds. The horses and the horseplayers are two essential components of our great sport, and we are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate both at NHC.” About Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Based in Lexington, KY, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that accredits, inspects, and awards grants to approved aftercare organizations to retrain, retire, and rehome Thoroughbreds using industry-wide funding. Along with continued funding from its original partners Breeders’ Cup, The Jockey Club, and Keeneland Association, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is supported by owners, trainers, breeders, racetracks, aftercare professionals, and other industry members. Since its inception in 2012, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance has granted more than $36.04 million to accredited aftercare organizations. Currently, 83 aftercare organizations comprised of approximately 175 facilities across North America have been granted accreditation. To learn more about Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, visit thoroughbredaftercare.org. Contact Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance859-224-2756info@thoroughbredaftercare.org Fundraising & EventsEmily Dresen352-362-6934edresen@thoroughbredaftercare.org Media ContactSamantha Smith Share This Release
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Read More >The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) announced today that it will be on-site to promote aftercare awareness at the NTRA National Horseplayers Championship (NHC) August 27-29 at Bally’s Las Vegas. Horseplayers are invited to connect with TAA representatives, learn more about accredited Thoroughbred aftercare, enter drawings for select racing experiences, take home racing memorabilia, and donate to the TAA. “We are delighted to once again partner with the TAA to raise awareness and funds for Thoroughbred aftercare at this year’s NHC. Many horseplayers competing at the national championship look forward to supporting these equine athletes once their racing careers are concluded,” said NTRA Chief Operating Officer Keith Chamblin. “Providing a platform for the TAA during an event as prestigious as the NHC impresses upon every participating horseplayer and racetrack the legitimacy of the TAA as the gold standard in Thoroughbred aftercare,” said TAA Funding and Events Manager Emily Dresen. “We’re so grateful to have the support of NTRA and wish all of the players good luck in Las Vegas.” Of the seven #NHC2021 eligible racetracks Del Mar, Ellis Park, Golden Gate Fields, Gulfstream Park, and Saratoga Race Course are proud supporters of the TAA.
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The TAA will have a presence at the National Horseplayers Championship Feb. 7-9 in Las Vegas.
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