By TDN.com
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 18, 2021) — George Krikorian has been named California Breeder of the Year by the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association and will be honored with other state winners at the organization’s Sept. 11 national awards dinner.
“TOBA congratulates the remarkable achievements of all of the state and Canadian breeders, who truly represent the foundation of our sport,” said Dan Metzger, president of TOBA. “Their commitment to excellence and devotion to the horse epitomizes what makes Thoroughbred racing a truly unique and special sport.”
Also honored during the TOBA National Awards program will be the National Owner of the Year, National Breeder of the Year, National Small Breeder of the Year, National Broodmare of the Year, Cot Campbell Racing Partnership of the Year, Industry Service Award, Claiming Crown Horse of the Year and the Sport Horse of the Year.
TOBA’s National Awards will be presented live at Hill ‘n’ Dale at Xalapa, with a special performance from legendary Motown artist Gladys Knight.