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NY Thoroughbred Horseman's Association (NYTHA)

NY Thoroughbred Horseman's Association

The New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association is committed to representing the interests of owners and trainers at the New York Racing Association tracks. NYTHA recognizes that its constituents are the lifeblood of the racing industry in New York and focuses its efforts on doing what is best for New York horsemen and women.

2026 Candidates


President

Jena Antonucci

Jena Antonucci

As a lifelong horsewoman, it is my honor and privilege to train Thoroughbred racehorses. Having the opportunity to accomplish big ...
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Tina Marie Bond

Tina Marie Bond

I’ve been involved with the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association Board since 2015: First Term – Owner Director Second and ...
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Trainer

David Donk

David Donk

I have been involved in horse racing since I was 16 years old. I established my own racing stable in ...
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David Duggan

David Duggan

David Duggan rode as a professional jockey in Ireland, Germany, Australia and India. In 1993 he moved to California to ...
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Jimmy Ferraro

Jimmy Ferraro

Most of you know who I am but for those that don’t, I am a third-generation horseman and, having been ...
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Thomas Morley

Thomas Morley

My name is Thomas Morley and I have trained in New York since 2013. Prior to that, I spent two ...
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Linda Rice

Linda Rice

Linda Rice is a third-generation horse trainer from Racine, Wisconsin, who learned the business from her father, Clyde Rice. She ...
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John Terranova

John Terranova

No bio was provided ...
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Owner

Andy Aaron

Andy Aaron

As a NYTHA Board member and active owner at NYRA and Finger Lakes, I have brought hope and energy to ...
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Arthur B. Berry III

Arthur B. Berry III

Arthur B. Berry III is a businessman, investor, thoroughbred owner, and experienced board director with more than three decades of ...
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Dan Collins

Dan Collins

I am seeking re-election to the NYTHA Board as an owner representative. I serve as the chair of NYTHA’s communications ...
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Dennis M. Cornick

Dennis M. Cornick

Born in New York City, attended Xavier High School and St John’s University for undergraduate and graduate studies. Post college, ...
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Edward Fazzone

Edward Fazzone

My name is Edward Fazzone, I am the founder of Eddie F’s Racing, I am proud to be an active ...
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Sanford Goldfarb

Sanford Goldfarb

Sandy has been deeply involved in the horse racing industry for over 35 years, making him a highly experienced and ...
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Michael Kipness

Michael Kipness

There are three reasons I’m well suited to serve on the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association. Decades working in the ...
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Ron Lundenburg

Ron Lundenburg

My name is Ron Lundenberg. I’ve been involved in horse racing ownership for approximately 5 years. I started with fractional ...
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Edward J. Messina PhD

Edward J. Messina PhD

After obtaining my Ph.D. in medical sciences, I began my career as a medical researcher and teacher. It was at ...
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Laura A. Simiele

Laura A. Simiele

Saratoga Springs, NY I am seeking a seat on the Board of Directors of the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association ...
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Dr. Ramon Tallaj

Dr. Ramon Tallaj

Long before becoming a physician and healthcare innovator, Dr. Ramon Tallaj worked in horse stables as a child in the ...
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Aron Yagoda

Aron Yagoda

My name is Aron Yagoda and I am seeking re-election as an Owner/Director of NYTHA. I have been around racing ...
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NYTHA

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Floral Park, NY 11002
Email: info@nytha.com

Belmont Park
Tel 718.848.5045
Fax 718.848.9269

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