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The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association is the officially authorized organization that represents, assists and promotes the interests of Maryland's Thoroughbred owners and trainers.

March 3, 2026

A Celebration of Life for trainer King T. Leatherbury, who passed away February 10 at age 92, is planned for Saturday, April 18, at Laurel Park.

March 3, 2026

MTHA would like to remind all horsemen that the HISA horseshoe and traction device rules remain in full effect and are being enforced.

March 3, 2026

Two individuals who have played key behind-the-scenes roles in assisting the Beyond The Wire aftercare program in Maryland will be recognized when the program’s namesake Beyond The Wire Stakes is held Saturday, March 21, at Laurel Park.

March 4, 2026

Maryland Backstretch Pension Plan have been a success the last few years and will again be available beginning in April.

March 3, 2026

TMJC and MTHA remind trainers that trailers housed in the Laurel Park stable area must be formally registered.

March 3, 2026

Luncheon to be held Sunday, March 22, at Laurel Park

February 15, 2026

The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association has announced the 2025 finalists for various horsemen and equine awards that will be presented as part of this year’s Renaissance Awards luncheon, which will be scheduled for this spring.

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