This entry is Part II of my focus on a recent query from one of my readers asking me to explain to those "on the horse side" of the business....
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This Saturday at 6:00 pm ET, we're going to try and get things right as we host another NTRA Live Webcast, featuring live video of the Florida Derby....
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This Saturday, the NTRA will be offering free, live video streaming of the seasonal debuts of both 2009 Horse of the Year Rachel Alexandra and the undefeated Champion Zenyatta....
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This week, I want to focus on a recent query from one of my readers asking me to explain to those "on the horse side" of the business, "What is the role of NTRA - what can NTRA realistically accomplish week to week?".
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A student had the courage to ask the burning question on the minds of many of his fellow classmates, "Where will this industry be in five years?" In other words, I surmised, "Am I studying for a career in the wrong field?"...
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New York is not the only state facing challenges, but due to its size and scale, New York's challenges are, to a large extent, the industry's challenges.
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I just spent a fascinating two days at the Daily Racing Form/NTRA National Handicapping Championship at the Red Rock Resort, Spa and Casino in Las Vegas....
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This is a big week for some of racing's most devoted followers. On Friday and Saturday, some 300 horse players will compete in the 11th Daily Racing Form/NTRA National Handicapping Championship in Las Vegas....
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After years of watching our stars cut their racing careers short as owners understandably pursued lucrative breeding and stallion syndication deals, it's a breath of fresh air to have Zenyatta and Rachel Alexandra both back for another year. ...
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You are no doubt aware that a large number of Mid-Atlantic racetracks and OTBs are being denied the right to offer simulcast wagering on races run at Gulfstream Park, Fair Grounds, and Santa Anita Park. ...
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It's the time of year when people like to make a wish list for the upcoming 12 months. We are on the verge, though, of completing not just another year, but a full decade. So in that spirit, here's my list of wishes for the Thoroughbred industry in the 2010s....
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Two tax incentives that greatly benefited the horse industry are set to expire at the end of the year...but there's still time to take advantage of them if you're thinking of an equipment purchase in 2009. ...
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In the fall of 2008, the NTRA brought together 55 racetracks and every major horsemen's organization for the purpose of forging a new path for horse racing. ...
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Selecting the 2009 Moment of the Year may be nearly as contentious as selecting the 2009 Horse of the Year....
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Don't forget to count your blessings along with your winnings. ...
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For the reasons I will explain, a democratic, head-to-head vote--Rachel Alexandra v. Zenyatta-- is the only way to make the Horse of the Year decision. ...
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Breeders' Cup 2009 was outstanding. Competitive from top to bottom. Inclusive of many of the best horses from around the world. Maddeningly hard to predict for even the most skilled horse player. Life changing for the single winner of the $1.8 million BC Pick Six. And thrilling to the very end....
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I have written a lot lately about the importance of wagering to the overall economic health of Horseracing. Contrary to what some might think, though, I am equally passionate about the many opportunities to sell horse racing as the exciting sporting competition that it is. And no racing competition is more exciting than the Breeders' Cup World Championships. In fact, the Breeders' Cup is a great time...
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Betfair, the London-based online wagering juggernaut that purchased TVG earlier this year, is making further inroads into North American racing....
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This week, it was my pleasure to speak to a very passionate, engaging (and some might say courageous) group of young men and women who make their living in the Thoroughbred industry. The next generation of leaders in our industry is already meeting monthly with the goal of devising a long term plan for racing and breeding through the year 2020....
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Last week I told you I would be speaking to marketers from across the country at the NTRA's Marketing Summit in Las Vegas. I asked for your ideas and you responded -- man, did you ever respond! I received almost 50 substantive, insightful, passionate responses....
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Next week, it's my privilege to speak to marketers from racetracks and ADWs across the country at the NTRA's Annual Meeting and Marketing Summit in Las Vegas. I plan to speak frankly about the challenges Thoroughbred racing faces. ...
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Here are a couple of fun, new ways to get ready for this year's big event....
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My strong suspicion is that Rachel will win the 2009 Horse of the Year award even if she takes the rest of the year off. The only possible way it could turn out any differently is if Zenyatta wins the Breeders' Cup Classic, or defeats Rachel head-to-head at some other venue....
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Last Friday night, Animal Planet rolled out the season premiere of its high energy show "Jockeys" to critical and industry acclaim. ...
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