About DTHA

The Delaware Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association

The Delaware Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the improvement of Thoroughbred racing in Delaware.

The Association and its Board of Directors represent you, the horsemen, both owners and trainers, on a wide range of programs including the following:

• Promoting live Thoroughbred racing.
• Advocating horsemen’s interests with the Delaware Racing Commission, Delaware Legislature and Delaware Park management.
• Working for the improvement of training facilities and living conditions of the horsemen, their employees, and backstretch personnel.
• Supporting an on-track Wellness Clinic, with medical services for the backstretch.
• Sponsoring the annual Owners Day celebration.
• Providing social and recreational programs at Delaware Park.
• Offering re-cycled clothing free of charge to any Delaware Park licensee at the “Backstretch Boutique”.
• Keeping Delaware Park owners and trainers informed through the DTHA website.
• Staffing the Horsemen’s Office to provide a wide array of services, six days a week.
• Supporting the Delaware Certified Thoroughbred Program (DCTP).