Edited Press Release
The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association (TOBA) announced the finalists for four of the organization's premier national honors that will be presented during the 41st Annual TOBA National Awards Dinner on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026 at The Kentucky Castle in Versailles, KY.
The TOBA National Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in Thoroughbred breeding, racing, and ownership. The winners in these four competitive categories will be announced live during the awards ceremony.
The State Breeders Luncheon, which honors breeders from 20 states and Canada, will be held on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026 at Coolmore–Ashford Stud. State and Canadian Breeders of the Year were announced on Monday, August 10, 2026.
Small Breeder of the Year Finalists
- Bright View Farm and Gregory Kilka
- Mallory and Karen Mort
- Susie Atkins
Breeder of the Year Finalists
- The Late Brereton C. Jones
- Coteau Grove Farms
- Don Alberto Corporation
- Godolphin
- Juddmonte
Owner of the Year Finalists
- D. J. Stable
- Godolphin
- Juddmonte
- Klaravich Stables
- Spendthrift Farm
Cot Campbell Partnership of the Year Finalists
- C2 Racing Stable
- Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners
- Medallion Racing
- Michael Pegram, Karl Watson and Paul Weitman
- SF Racing
“The finalists for the TOBA National Awards represent excellence across every facet of the Thoroughbred industry,” said TOBA President Dan Metzger. “We look forward to recognizing their achievements and celebrating the remarkable individuals and partnerships that continue to strengthen our sport.”
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