SheHero

SheHero: A woman who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievement or noble qualities

[Repole Stable @RepoleStable]

When I started the National Thoroughbred Alliance (NTA) and immediately brought on @PatCummingsNTA, the mission was clear:

Get people in this sport to speak up, be vocal, and engage, even in debate, so we can unite for what actually matters…the Thoroughbred.

From day one, our top priority has been aftercare.

Pat has been relentless, working with passionate, hardworking people across the entire ecosystem. What we uncovered along the way was eye-opening:

Too many of the major entities in this sport, including government-appointed ones are not solely focused on what’s best for the Thoroughbred, but instead on self-serving metrics and optics.

That has to change.

This week, we saw a step in the right direction: Sales companies and breeding farms have come together to mandate funding from buyers, sellers, and stallions.

That’s progress.

Pat developed and presented a very similar framework back in summer 2024. While we believe the contributions should be higher, we credit those groups for finally stepping up.

It took 2 years. It shouldn’t have.
But it’s a start, and the right direction.

As we dug deeper into aftercare, one reality hit hard:

The number of U.S. horses being sent to slaughter in Mexico and Canada is rising again.

That is unacceptable.

What’s even more frustrating???
The amount of money spent in this sport on certain agendas, when just a fraction of that directed toward ending slaughter could save thousands of horses.

It is clear that too many industry entities have talked the talk and not have walked the walk.

The NTA is self-funded, and in just a few months, we’ve made real progress in Washington, D.C.

Now we need more voices.

Below is a must-watch, powerful and sobering message from Pat on how you can help raise awareness and push the SAFE Act over the finish line.

Let’s stop talking.

Let’s act.

Thank you,
Commissioner Mike

[Hennigracing @Hennigracing]

California bound! #GunSong

[Repole Stable @RepoleStable]

There’s only one person that maybe had a better performance than Fierceness last night.

Legendary Hall of Fame Jockey, but more special and important to me my good friend Johnny Velazquez.

From Uncle Mo to Fierceness, almost 20 years of winning races and celebrating life together. ❤️ 🙏 💪

[Old Friends @Oldfriendsfarm]

Cozmic One has retired to Old Friends! First-born foal of the fabulous HoY Zenyatta arrived Tuesday morning from @HiddenBrookKy ready to begin his new career as Thoroughbred aftercare ambassador. Thank you Ann, Dottie & Sergio! Old Friends Photo

[SheHero @SheHero3]

#SheHero

[TLore @TloreManagement]

Happy National Women & Girls in Sports Day. We are proud to be a Female run company!

[SheHero @SheHero3]

"Carrie has never met a stranger - she wants to share her love of the horse and the Thoroughbred industry with anyone who has the passion, honesty, and is willing to put in the work."
This week’s SheHero Carrie Brogden

https://t.co/Xk5Gd3pGhr

[Godolphin @godolphin]

🇺🇸 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣3️⃣ Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards Finalists and Runners-up Announced‼️

Read all about it ⬇️
https://t.co/MCE99xwkMj

[SheHero @SheHero3]

"Pat has consistently recognized the labors of her staff and TRF’s volunteers, while avoiding the spotlight for her own good work. Under Pat’s leadership, the TRF has made incredible strides during the most uncertain period in its 40-year history.” https://t.co/nBZWCjLEqB

[SheHero @SheHero3]

"She is the guardian Angel to every child who wants to ride, race, show, live with and take care of a pony or horse. Many a retiring Thoroughbred has found a new career and wonderful home with Betty." https://t.co/JJ1kPWqc7S

[Spendthrift Farm @spendthriftfarm]

We’re not crying… 🥺 a heartwarming reunion between horse & jockey. @KentuckyDerby champions, @ljlmvel and Authentic say hello again! 🌹 https://t.co/31pXiprpDZ

[SheHero @SheHero3]

"Her enthusiasm and knowledge of the sport attracts new viewers and fans of the game and also encourages younger generations of females that they can make significant contributions to the industry." https://t.co/VWr7mdcFXi

[SheHero @SheHero3]

“I Was The First Girl To Lead The Winner Of Any Big Race” – She Hero Jo Motion https://t.co/St48MgcmiU

[SheHero @SheHero3]

Jo Motion ‘I was the first girl to lead the winner of any big race’<br> https://t.co/h7OIuWf3tT

[TLore @TloreManagement]

An overdue welcome to the newest member of the TLore team. Archie Macauley has taken over our social media accounts and will be helping with marketing.

[SheHero @SheHero3]

"In her role at Three Chimneys, Sandy has been an ambassador not only for that farm and their great stallions, but for all of us in Central Kentucky. She has gone above and beyond to share her love and awe for the tremendous athletes we all cherish." 
https://t.co/Ud2TPhfYSn

[SheHero @SheHero3]

“Rosie was an outstanding jockey throughout her career and a role model for aspiring riders....”https://t.co/2GBI1tJDhR

[SheHero @SheHero3]

Join us and these trailblazers on International Women’s Day March, 8 2021

[SheHero @SheHero3]

🙌🏼

[Niall Brennan Stables @NiallBrennanStb]

☘️SHE HERO STEPHANIE BRENNAN
"What she has quietly done for so many people over the years might never be fully uncovered... She has picked up many people by their bootstraps and, in that direct way of hers, set them on their path."
👉https://t.co/7rxTqn7gCF.

[SheHero @SheHero3]

“Stephanie truly is a hero, and this honor is justly deserved and has been hard earned.” https://t.co/a48YftSdHD

[SheHero @SheHero3]

Following up on the recent release of #CrossingTheLine by @KareemRosser we’d like to re share our recent tribute to founder of #WorkToRide Lezlie Hiner https://t.co/e7EJJMOrux