
Acacia Courtney
First of all – what exactly is an OTTB? An “off-the-track Thoroughbred” is a Jockey Club-registered Thoroughbred horse that was previously racing or in training to race, and has since been retired....
Aftercare
Posted January 14th, 2019 ·
Tackling a New Experience in Qatar
Often on the regular shows that I do on the Horse Racing Radio Network my co-host Anthony Stabile and I talk about how the world is becoming smaller thanks to social media and interactivity. It's...
Events / Travel
Posted March 8th, 2016 ·
A Trip to Old Friends Farm
I first became involved in racing through my work with off-the-track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs), making sure our equine athletes had a place to go after their days on the racetrack were over. I started...
Events / Travel
Posted February 2nd, 2016 ·
Seeing the Past and Future at Keeneland in January
Keeneland's January sale gives the racing world a look at the current and future state of the industry. (Photos courtesy of Keeneland)
Events / Travel
Posted January 18th, 2016 ·
Reflecting on a Successful Eclipse Awards
Last year, I had the honor of presenting the Eclipse Awards for outstanding apprentice jockey and outstanding jockey to Drayden VanDyke and Javier Castellano, respectively. It was my first time at...
Events / Travel
Posted January 17th, 2016 ·
Thank You, American Pharoah
American Pharoah after winning the Breeders' Cup Classic on Saturday at Keeneland. (Photos by Eclipse Sportswire unless noted)...
The Life
Posted November 4th, 2015 ·
The Halfway Point at Saratoga
Acacia Courtney with Mike Penna (left) and Jude Feld on set with the Horse Racing Radio Network (HRRN). (All photos courtesy of Acacia Courtney)...
The Life
Posted August 15th, 2015 ·
American Pharoah Passes Test at Monmouth
American Pharoah put in another dominant display on Sunday in the Haskell. (Photo by Eclipse Sportswire, all others by Acacia Courtney)...
Events / Travel
Posted August 3rd, 2015 ·
Memories Made During Saratoga’s Opening Weekend
Every memory I have of Saratoga is a happy one. This is a place full of magic, that makes you feel like you are being transported back in time. It is fun and exciting even for those who don't...
Events / Travel
Posted July 26th, 2015 ·
Something to Rally Behind: American Pharoah
American Pharoah inspired racing fans and the general public with his historic Belmont win. (Photo by Eclipse Sportswire)...
The Life
Posted June 12th, 2015 ·
At the Preakness: Top Five Moments
The Preakness is all about the party and the fans. This was my second time at the middle jewel of the Triple Crown, and I was reminded again of all the great things it has to offer. There seems to...
The Life
Posted May 19th, 2015 ·