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Sad news passed along to us today by our colleagues at the National HBPA and Thoroughbred Daily News that a #Florida #Thoroughbred #HorseRacing legend has passed.
Trainer James “Jimmy” E. Picou died July 19,2019 here in #SouthFlorida following a long illness.
Mr. Picou trained Thoroughbreds for 45 years. He was based in both #NewYork and Florida, and retired in 2004. He trained for many notable owners including Fred Hooper, Mrs. Bergwin, Mr. Roebling and Marcia Schott.
Jimmy and his brother, Clarence, learned to ride near home and began working at the bush tracks of #Louisiana and #Texas.
Jimmy began his racing career as a #jockey in 1949, winning around 200 races. He then began an illustrious career as a trainer with numerous major stakes winners, including Val’s Prince, Diplomatic Jet, Stub, Whata Brainstorm, Fall Aspen, Susan’s Girl, Willow Hour, Mr. Brick, Quillo Queen, Feeling Gallant, Palm Hut, and Bonnie and Gay.
He built a reputation for his talent in developing #racehorses and as a gentleman at his profession.
He is survived by son Jim Picou, daughters Debbie Markowski and Lisa Picou.
His wife, Helen, passed away in December 2016. Brother Clarence died in November 1998. He was one of 16 children born to French (Cajun) parents Talton and Adelaide Picou in southeast Texas.
www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/trainer-jimmy-picou-dies/
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Another survey?? Say it ain't so!! But wait . . . here's why #Florida #horsemen who own farms NEED to take the time TODAY to fill this one out: When the time comes for politicians in #WashingtonDC or #Tallahassee to make decisions about your future, they'll want to know about the #economicimpact of #Thoroughbred #HorseRacing. If we don't have those important numbers to show them exactly how strong we are, it becomes more likely our #legislative interests will be ignored or sidelined at best.
So do your duty as a horseman to help our partners at the #NTRA help YOU!
Fill out this survey BEFORE August 23, 2019. Results will be broken out on a state-by-state basis, so especially if you're in Florida, please help us REPRESENT! (and please share this message!)
www.ntra.com/ntra-dean-dorton-undertake-nationwide-survey-on-farm-operations/
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NTRA, Dean Dorton Undertake Nationwide Survey on Farm Operations
LEXINGTON, Ky. (August 14, 2019) – The National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) in conjunction with the accounting firm, Dean Dorton, is undertaking a nationwide survey focused on Thoroughbre...Yes, it's REALLY true! Coming soon, you'll be able to purchase fluffy, absorbent horse stall shavings in 10 cubic-foot expanded bags for an introductory price of $4.95 per bag!! Wow! Thanks to an innovative program called "Gulfstream Horsemen's Purchasing Association" created by the Florida Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association, you'll be able to save substantial money on your horse care bills thanks to these generous bags of Southern Pine blend medium-to-large wood shavings, AND all profits will go to help horsemen's programs! Read more about this great news on our website below . . .
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Hard, grueling teamwork while the rest of the world is just waking up is the hallmark of every horseman's day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Horsemen drive the "engine" that puts on the racetrack "show."
The #FHBPA is looking for a new Executive Director to lead #Florida #Thoroughbred #HorseRacing to a successful future! Could you be the one? Send us your resume by August 30, 2019 to FloridaHorsemen@gmail.com
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Big cheers for our June 2019 @FloridaHorsemen Groom of the Month, Everardo Parra Barcena from the Gilberto Zerba stable!! #Thoroughbred #racehorses feel like winners thanks to great #horsemanship care like Everardo's, so #FHBPA loves showcasing the hard work of superior grooms! https://t.co/onjKbXyr9z
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Thank you to @EricTheTiger, @nationalhbpa and @TracksideJennie for the Retweets!! You guys rock!!
#Florida #Thoroughbred #HorseRacing professionals! Do you have an "unsung hero" at your farm or racing stable? The great folks at @godolphin are putting up CASH MONEY to help celebrate all the wonderful people in our industry. Nominate your employee by this Monday, July 15! 😍 https://t.co/jDC5DSr4z1
#Florida #Thoroughbred #HorseRacing folks! Do you have an "unsung hero" in your farm or racing stable? The @godolphin operation is putting $130,000 up in cash prizes to celebrate our sport! DEADLINE is this Monday, July 15!!! Three ways to nominate: www.godolphinUSAwards,com https://t.co/0NWF4ufxbh
#Florida #horsemen, did you know the #FHBPA office has a computer you can use for your #business needs at no charge? Below, FHBPA Controller Debbie Filippi helps #French #Thoroughbred Trainer Yvon Belsoeur log on. Horsemen can also fax, copy and shred documents in our office! 😀 https://t.co/fShc0fZsao
