Iowa Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association

06/19/2025

🎉 Check out these AMAZING raffle prizes! 🎉
From TVs, Beats headphones, golf gear, and premium liquor to gift cards, tumblers, and even a Blackstone pizza oven-there’s something for everyone at the Tom Anderson Memorial Golf Event!

🏌️‍♂️ Join us next Wednesday, June 25 at Toad Valley Golf Course for a fun day of golf, prizes, and support for a great cause.

🌟 BONUS: Every player gets a FREE ITBOA golf towel!

🟢 Hole sponsors and teams can still sign up!
📧 Contact Brandi ASAP at [email protected]
📲 Or sign up here: https://iowathoroughbred.com/events/

💛 All proceeds benefit the ITBOA Horsemen’s Emergency Fund and Scholarship Fund. Let’s make this the biggest year yet!

06/13/2025

ITBOA welcomes new head starter, Kelly McReynolds to Prairie Meadows

06/09/2025

The ITBOA has just launched its brand-new website! It's built to give you a modern, streamlined experience and quicker access to everything from racing schedules and breeding resources to sales info and membership perks. Whether you're a breeder, owner, or fan, this site is designed with you in mind 🐎

Check it out and let us know what you think! Share your favorite features or what you'd like to see next.

👉 https://paulickreport.com/news/bloodstock/iowa-thoroughbred-breeders-and-owners-association-launches-new-website

Updated platform offers streamlined, modern experience for members and visitors

06/09/2025

🚨 ATTENTION IOWA BREEDERS!
IDALS is moving offices during the 2025 racing season, and this change WILL affect how your applications are processed.

📬 Mail early (allow up to 10 business days)
📅 Appointments are REQUIRED for in-person drop-offs – no walk-ins allowed
📨 Applications will NOT be processed on the spot

Questions? Need to schedule?
📞 Contact Michelle Dillon at 515-281-4103 or 📧 [email protected]

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06/07/2025

📬 Hot off the press!
The June ITBOA Newsletter was mailed Thursday, so keep an eye on your mailbox! Inside you’ll find highlights on Iowa-bred champions, board updates, the new Prairie Meadows starter, and much more.

Not a member yet?
Join today and start receiving your own copy ➡️ https://iowathoroughbred.com/membership

06/06/2025

🚨 BIG NEWS! Our brand new website is LIVE! 🎉
We’ve been working hard behind the scenes, and we’re proud to unveil a fresh, user-friendly hub for everything Iowa Thoroughbred.

👉 Check it out now: https://iowathoroughbred.com/

Whether you’re a breeder, owner, trainer, or racing fan, you’ll find:
✅ Updated forms & deadlines
✅ News, events, and race info
✅ Member benefits & programs
✅ Easy access to Iowa-bred highlights

Bookmark it, explore it, share it, and let us know what you think!

06/01/2025

CAN DO ANDREW - 053125 - Race 01 - PRM
* The Gray's Lake *
Linda Bush, Owner
Doug Anderson, Trainer
Tyler Bacon, Jockey
$6.00 ---- ----
6 Furlongs
Purse $75,000
Jack Coady Photography/dba Coady Photography

05/31/2025

SAYUCAN - 053025 - Race 07
* The Bob Bryant *
Richard Perkins, Owner
Kevin Eikleberry, Trainer
Elvin Gonzalez, Jockey
$4.40 $2.60 $2.20
6 Furlongs
Purse $75,000
Jack Coady Photography/ dba Coady Photography

05/31/2025

🎉🏇 We’re proud to showcase Iowa pride in every step!

The ITBOA is honored to provide custom saddle towels for all Iowa-bred and Stallion Stakes races this year.

Let’s cheer on our homebreds all season long! 💪🐎

05/26/2025

Iowa bred c**t

Congratulations to Devin and Steve Cipperley on their newest arrival! This smart c**t is out of Mahvelous Kitten by Vekoma! He brings our total to #57!

05/24/2025

Be a Part of the Future of Iowa Horse Racing

Whether you’re a longtime fan, a farm owner, or just starting to learn about Thoroughbred racing, there’s a spot for you in Iowa’s racing family.

From the foaling barns to the starting gates at Prairie Meadows, this industry thrives on passion, community, and the belief that anyone can get involved. Whether you want to breed, own, volunteer, or just cheer from the stands, your support keeps this tradition alive.

Join the ITBOA and connect with a network of people who believe in Iowa-breds, grassroots growth, and the future of this sport.

Let’s build the future of racing—together.



Message us today to find your place in Iowa racing!

05/22/2025

Is this heaven?
No… it’s Iowa Horse Racing!!

There’s nothing quite like the thrill of live racing, the sound of thundering hooves, and the pride of cheering on an Iowa bred champion. From the farms to the finish line, we’re growing something special right here in the heart of the Midwest.

Join the movement. Support Iowa breds. Own the dream.
Join us at the races, Fri & Saturday at 6 pm, Sun & Mon at 4 pm