2023/24 Sponsors

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Platinum Sponsors

Cedar Lock Farm

 Cedar Lock Farm has been family owned and operated as a private Thoroughbred breeding, racing and boarding farm for over 50 years. It is home of the RFTR jumper schooling shows and Run for the Ribbons’ Thoroughbred aftercare and retraining program.  Cedar Lock is still home to multiple New England Bred champions including Southoftheborder and Ask Queenie, both homebreds of the Lockhart family. RFTR’s founder Laurine, shares the beautiful 65 acre farm with her family and equine friends, happy top carry on her Grampa Lloyd Lockhart’s legacy.

Tampa Bay Downs

Opened since 1926, Tampa Bay Downs is Florida’s home for horse racing, poker and golf. Renowned for high quality horse racing, exciting no limits tournament action in the Silks Poker Room, and outstanding instruction and amenities at the Downs Golf Practice Facility. TBD is the premier multi entertainment destination on Florida’s west coast. They are home of the annual Tampa Bay Derby. They have supported us throughout our journey and their confidence in us means more than they will ever know.

Gulfstream Park

South Florida’s premiere spot to catch live racing and simulcasting. Enjoy a day at the races, win big at the on-site casino, savior a meal at one of their many restaurants, or shop til you drop at their collection of boutiques in the shopping district, plus so much more! Gulfstream Park is home to the Pegasus World Cup and the Florida Derby- but even if racing isn’t your thing, you can plan your visit around one of their never-ending events or featured live entertainment. Don’t forget to follow them on Facebook and plan your visit today! RFTR is thankful for Gulfstream’s continued support year after year.

Superior Performance Equine Clinic

Dr. Jason Halloway offers veterinary services including general care such as coggins, vaccines, dental float, as well as lameness diagnosis and treatment, and emergency services – he has also generously donated our featured silent auction prize tonight! Thank you!

Dr. Brent Barrett, DVM

Dr. Barrett specializes in equine lameness and podiatry. He is a true off-track Thoroughbred hero, and holds a special place in all of our hearts at RFTR, as he was a pivotal part of saving our sweet Izzi in 2019

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OBS Sales

Live Thoroughbred sales company in Ocala FL – Multiple auctions throughout the year.

The Jockey Club – T.I.P.

Sponsor of all of our Junior awards at the Florida Thoroughbred Expo – sponsors our hunter/jumper series throughout the year

SCOF Stomach Soother – Imagine Thoroughbreds

Small Circle of Friends, has produced an all natural papaya based stomach soother for horses, dogs and cats – donated prizes as well!

DeMeric Sales

Pyranha

Equiline

Florida Thorobred Fillies Club

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Florida Horse Park

Home of the Florida Thoroughbred Expo since we started; 500 acre facility that holds events of all kinds

Eddie Woods Stables

A 240 acre Thoroughbred breaking and training facility – he believes a passion for hard work produces results – Eddie is a native of Meath, Ireland. Woods has trained and sold some of Thoroughbred racing’s biggest superstars including Big Brown.

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Bridlewood Farm

  A historic full service Thoroughbred breeding and training facility in Ocala. The farm is well known for producing horses from the beginning to the highest levels in racing. They stand the following stallion; Chitu, Tunwoo and Valiant Minister.

Ocala Stud

Brookledge Vans

Brookledge and the people behind the name are committed to providing the most outstanding service possible in horse transportation. Their large fleet enables them to provide safe, timely shipping of your horses throughout 48 states and Canada, whether they are pasture companions or Champions!

ACE Equestrian

Ace is an equestrian inspired brand specializing in adjustable elastic belts, accessories and apparel, that provide maximum comfort and freedom to move. Though they were created with sport in mind, Ace has continued to grow into an outdoor lifestyle brand, with their products being worn in the saddle, on the water, to the office and everywhere in between!

Curry on a Stik

Curry on a Stik has the best brush on the market, in terms of design, durability, construction and performance. This new curry comb has been specially designed to make massaging, grooming and bathing easier and much more effective. Founder of RFTR Laurine says this is a product they love and use in their aftercare program and she hasn’t found a brush that can hold a candle to it, and that is straight from the horse’s mouth! Learn more about Curry on a Stik on their Facebook page

Showcase Properties

Your source for real estate listings, services and information for the Ocala and Marion County areas in Florida

Ocala Polo

Your source for real estate listings, services and information for the Ocala and Marion County areas in Florida

Friends of Run for the Ribbons

Tack Shack of Ocala

Florida Thoroughbred Owners & Breeders Association

 

Hallway Feeds

Florida Thoroughbred Horseman’s Association

Seminole Feed

GGT Footing

Dalman Jump Co.

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