Amplify Horse Racing
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501(c)(3) nonprofit promoting education, mentorship, careers and youth engagement in the Thoroughbred industry. 🏇🏼🎓🤝
Joined April 2020
🎥 NEW OnBoard with Amplify episode! Ever wondered how someone becomes officially cleared to work with Thoroughbred racehorses? 🏇 In this episode of OnBoard with Amplify, we take you inside the Kentucky Horse Racing & Gaming Corporation (KHRC) Licensing Office at The Red Mile to
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Amplify Horse Racing is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with our upcoming events. From educational programs and racetrack tours to youth outreach activities, volunteers play a vital role in inspiring the next generation of racing fans and professionals. This is a
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Amplify is proud to introduce three of our Fall 2025 mentees, each bringing their own story, passion, and goals to the program. 🐎 Ethan Owens “My name is Ethan, and I live in Nashville, where I work as an equine specialist. My time working with and bonding with horses inspired
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🎉 Congratulations to all of this year’s Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards (TIEA) winners! These awards celebrate the hardworking individuals whose dedication keeps our sport running behind the scenes. A special shoutout to Kinnon LaRose, who has been a gracious volunteer
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What is the Breeders’ Cup? The Breeders’ Cup World Championships is a two-day series of some the best horse races in the world, held each fall at a different track in the U.S. Founded in 1984, the Breeders’ Cup was created as a “championship event” to bring together the top
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🌟 Meet more fall 2025 mentees! Amplify Horse Racing is proud to introduce two passionate participants from our Fall Mentorship Program - Joseph Macklin and Abby Pikturna! Meet Joseph Macklin “Hi, my name is Joseph Macklin and I am a mentee for Amplify Horse Racing. I am a
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Looking for your next day at the races? From racetrack meets to educational programs and industry events, Amplify’s Events Calendar is your go-to guide for what’s happening in horse racing. Whether you’re a student, young professional, or fan, you’ll find opportunities to get
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Did you know that a Thoroughbred’s heart can weigh up to 12 pounds and pump nearly 40 liters of blood per minute during a race? The anatomy of a racehorse is built for speed, stamina, and recovery. Two of the greatest champions in history were known for their extraordinary
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Understanding race classes in horse racing! Every horse doesn’t start at the same level. Races are grouped into classes so horses compete against others of similar ability. This structure helps keep the sport fair and gives horses a pathway to progress as they gain experience.
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What is Amplify Horse Racing? Amplify Horse Racing was founded in 2019 with a simple mission: to connect young people with opportunities in the Thoroughbred industry through education, mentorship, and career development. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into a
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🎤 STORYTELLER NIGHT: Exploring Careers in the Thoroughbred Industry 📅 Monday, November 10 • 4:00–6:00 PM 📍 Keeneland Library 🎟️ FREE Admission! Every great career starts with a story. Join Amplify Horse Racing for an inspiring evening of storytelling and networking with
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Meet this week's mentee introductions! We’re excited to introduce two new faces joining the Amplify Horse Racing Mentorship Program this session — Brady Phillips and Josie Lawson! Brady Phillips lives on a small goat farm in Central Pennsylvania. “What inspired me to apply for
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What. A. Weekend. Amplify Horse Racing had a busy and exciting weekend at Keeneland! We kicked things off with Donuts and Coffee with Amplify, where we welcomed Thoroughbred Makeover trainers and fans for a special morning on the track apron. Guests enjoyed breakfast while
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🎓 Come see Amplify Horse Racing at Keeneland College Scholarship Day this Friday! We’ll be connecting with students, giving exclusive paddock tours, and talking all things Thoroughbred racing. Register here: https://t.co/TP6WMnmPyT
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ATTN Trainers & Supporters from the Thoroughbred Makeover! ☕🍩 Join Keeneland and Amplify Horse Racing for coffee & donuts during morning training! Enjoy a light breakfast while learning how racehorses are prepared, with a focus on safety and training practices. No RSVP needed
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Mentors Needed! Amplify Horse Racing is looking for professionals across all areas of the Thoroughbred industry - from farms and veterinary medicine to racing and media - to guide the next generation. Commitment is simple: ~8 hours over 3 months, with flexible meetings
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We’re over halfway through the Fall 2025 Amplify Mentorship Program! Our mentees have been busy gaining hands-on experience and building valuable connections across the Thoroughbred industry. - Many attended the Keeneland September Sale with their mentors, learning the ins and
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What do Thoroughbreds and goats have in common? More than you think! In our latest OnBoard with Amplify episode, we’re at Mill Ridge Farm with broodmare manager Jeremy Harlow. From mares and foals to his Kiko goat herd, Jeremy shows us how the fundamentals of animal husbandry
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We had an amazing time at the 2025 Kentucky Signature Industries Career Fair at @universityofky! It was so special to connect with both current and past Amplify mentees. ✨ We’re grateful for the strong community we’ve built together and proud to support students exploring their
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🗣️ "Giving youth a hands-on experience in the industry at such a young age and showing them how they can get involved, it's amazing." Tomorrow's Front Runners: @katiep_tdn shares the story of 15yo Ashton Brooks and her @AmplifyRacing mentor, @JenRoytz. https://t.co/gI9TzBkLtp
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Tomorrow's Front Runners is a TDN series spotlighting young people who got involved with horse racing through Amplify Horse Racing and are now pursuing careers in the industry. Amplify is a 501...
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