HISA Issues Updated Guidance on Intra-Articular Injections
Please note that ITHA does not endorse the HISA federal law or regulatory agency. The purpose of this message is solely to educate members about provisions of the new law directly affecting the work of Illinois trainers.
Galloping Out Continuing Education
ATTENTION HORSEMEN: You are invited to attend the Galloping Out sponsored CONTINUING EDUCATION Seminar presented by the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine.
WCIA News: 'It could've been worse': Philo horse owner thankful for the weather warnings
David Block's day started like any other in Champaign County on Thursday. He was watching the news, eating lunch and spending time with family when all of a sudden, he got the warning to take shelter.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Penalties May Result from Violations of New Anti-Doping and Medication Control Program Guidelines
Illinois thoroughbred trainers are reminded that violations of the new federal Anti-Doping and Medication Control (ADMC) Program may carry penalties that are significantly heavier than those imposed previously by state commissions.
Hawthorne Purses to Rise 18%, through July 15, Thanks to ITHA Advocacy
Higher Purses Start Thursday, June 15
Beginning Thursday, June 15 and through July 15, Hawthorne purses will increase across the board by 18% as a result of advocacy by the Illinois Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association.
Success in Springfield!
Illinois Lawmakers Approve ITHA Initiative to Move Horse Racing Fund Surplus to Purses
Hawthorne Thoroughbred Purse Account to Receive Additional $2.295 Million
Illinois Trained & Owned Two Phil's Heads to Derby
Two Phil's, Trained and Owned by ITHA Members, Competing in Kentucky Derby
All of Us at the ITHA Wish Larry Rivelli and Patricia's Hope the Best of Racing Luck!
ITHA Board Meeting
An ITHA Board meeting will be held at the ITHA office located on the backside of Hawthorne Racecourse on Tuesday, April 25th at 11 am.
General Horsemen’s Meeting
General Meeting at the Hawthorne Backside Kitchen, Wednesday, April 12, 2023
THA - Quick Reference Guide
SPRING CLEANING: Dr. Scollay advises trainers to give your barn, tack room and feed room a “spring cleaning” ahead of the ADMC start date of March 27.
HISA Medication Rules: Withdrawal Guidelines Released By Racing Medication And Testing Consortium
Withdrawal guidelines are for informational purposes only. It is advisable that this information should be used by horsemen in consultation with their attending veterinarian. The withdrawal guidelines do not constitute a guarantee or warranty.
Join Dr. Mary Scollay at Hawthorne on Saturday, March 4 to Learn About HISA’s Anti-Doping and Medication Control Program
HISA is a new federal law and authority over thoroughbred horse racing. The law's provisions have profound implications for the work of trainers and owners in Illinois, as in every other U.S. thoroughbred horse racing jurisdiction.
Our Condolences to the Fedro Family
We are saddened to announce the passing of longtime ITHA Director Tom Fedro’s wife, Linda Fedro.
Looking Back at Twelve Years of Galloping Out
The Illinois Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association created Galloping Out in cooperation with the Chicago-area tracks. The program is a 50l(c)(3) Not-For-Profit Illinois corporation, which began in April 2010 with ITHA Board Member Nate Ruffolo as the founding President.
Our Position on HISA- What We Support and What We Don't
The Illinois Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association understands that the federal Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act (HISA) is a topic of great interest – and controversy – to thoroughbred owners and trainers. Below, we summarize our position.