Photo Courtesy of Cameron Strand for 1/ST
Split Rock Jumping Tour at Santa Anita Park
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Release
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is thrilled to announce that a Thoroughbred High Point Award will be presented at Santa Anita CSI3* & Santa Anita CSI5*-W, the prestigious show jumping events hosted in partnership by 1/ST and Split Rock Show Jumping Tournaments, at the iconic Santa Anita Park. Both weeks the awards are sponsored by 1/ST, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, and CARMA. The event will include the Santa Anita CSI3* (November 12-16) and the Santa Anita CSI5*-W, featuring the FEI Jumping World Cup™ Los Angeles (November 19-23).
New in 2025, the inaugural Santa Anita Park Thoroughbred High Point Award will be presented to the highest placing Thoroughbred each week. With the goal of showcasing the diversity of Thoroughbred talent, this award is open to all participants and divisions competing.
“Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance is proud to sponsor the Thoroughbred High Point Award at the Santa Anita,” said Stacie Clark Rogers, Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Operations Consultant. “This award highlights the exceptional talent and versatility of Thoroughbreds in second careers, showcasing their athleticism and spirit beyond the racetrack. Supporting initiatives like this aligns perfectly with our mission to promote aftercare and celebrate the continued success of these remarkable horses.”
“CARMA is thrilled to be part of the inaugural Thoroughbred High Point Award at Santa Anita,” said Lucinda Lovitt, Executive Director, CARMA. “Showcasing Thoroughbreds thriving in new disciplines right here in California underscores the importance of aftercare and the incredible adaptability of these horses. We’re proud to support an initiative that celebrates the journey of Thoroughbreds from racing to rewarding second careers.”
Winners of the Thoroughbred High Point Award will receive a monetary prize of $2,000, a Santa Anita Park race day package, and a high point ribbon.
Entries for the Santa Anita CSI3* are still open, and a wait list is available for the Santa Anita CSI5*-W. To enter or be placed on the wait list, emails can be sent to lindsey@splitrockjumpingtour.com.
“As a past board member of the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, I am excited to showcase the talent and versatility of racehorses who have transitioned to new careers as show jumpers. Including the Thoroughbred High Point Awards as part of the Santa Anita Park and Split Rock Jumping Tour perfectly connects the world of racing with equestrian sport and spotlights our shared love and passion for horses,” said Nicole Walker, Vice President, The Stronach Group and professional equestrian. The Stronach Group and 1/ST are proud to have donated over $1 million to support the work of Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
