TAKE2 Second Career Thoroughbred Program Inc.

“It is of utmost importance to racing’s owners and trainers that our horses have happy and productive lives when they leave the track.” 

– TAKE2 Founder Rick Violette Jr.

That is the mission of TAKE2 and TAKE THE LEAD.

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The TAKE2 Second Career Thoroughbred Program Inc. and the TAKE2 Thoroughbred League were created to promote second careers for retired Thoroughbred racehorses as hunters and jumpers.

TAKE THE LEAD, created by the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association, partners with TAA-accredited aftercare organizations to find homes for the Thoroughbreds retiring from competition on the New York Racing Association circuit.

TAKE2 THOROUGHBRED LEAGUE

...rewards members who compete in affiliated USEF TAKE2 Thoroughbred Hunter and Jumper Divisions with $10,000 in year-end High Score Awards and eligibility for the $20,000 TAKE2 Hunter and Jumper Finals.

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TAKE2 HIGH-SCORE JUNIOR RIDER AWARD

…presented by TCA, recognizes junior riders competing on Thoroughbreds in nationwide TAKE2 Hunter and Jumper classes, with a trophy for the champion and TAKE2/TCA saddle pads for the top five in each division.

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…and help us fulfill our mission of ensuring happy lives for retired racehorses. With your support, we can expand our programs, spread the word our work, and find more forever homes for our beautiful Thoroughbreds.

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JOIN US FOR THE 2024 TAKE2 HUNTER & JUMPER FINALS

The $20,000 TAKE2 Hunter & Jumper Finals will take place at the Kentucky National Horse Show, Sept. 22, 2024, at the Kentucky Horse Park in the heart of Thoroughbred country in Lexington. A total of 39 horses from 12 states participated in the event last year.

The Finals, open to qualified 2024 TAKE2 Thoroughbred League members competing in the TAKE2-affiliated Hunter and Jumper Divisions nationwide, will award $10,000 in prize money each in the TAKE2 Hunter and Jumper Divisions. Learn more…

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TAKE2 is a not for profit, charitable organization formed under Section 501 (c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code (effective Sept. 23, 2013). 
Donations to TAKE2 are tax-deductible as charitable contributions for U.S. federal income tax purposes.

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