Daniel Toffey

Daniel Toffey has joined the stallion sales team at Spendthrift, the farm said in a release Thursday morning. "Tammy and I are happy Daniel has decided to come back home to work at Spendthrift," said owner Eric Gustavson. "He's a hardworking, energetic young man with a wide range of skills, and we know he will be a great fit here." Born and raised in Lexington, Toffey's passion for horses began early on, spending countless hours around Thoroughbreds with his father, Spendthrift general manager Ned Toffey. After graduating from high school,...

The Indiana Thoroughbred Alliance is hosting a seminar "Harness the Mare Power in Breeding" Aug. 19  at Pudder's in Shelbyville beginning at 11:30 a.m. The seminar will encompass a wide range of topics, including genetic considerations, performance analysis and potential for sales. Speakers will include Spendthrift Farm's Mark Toothaker and Daniel Toffey. Registration for the seminar and lunch is free to all ITA members. Membership to the organization can be purchased on-site for a discounted price of $20, paid at the door.