Jockey Katie Davis McCarthy has been appointed to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation's (TRF) Board of Directors, it was announced Wednesday.
Born and raised in Saratoga Springs, New York, Davis McCarthy comes from a renowned racing family. Her father, Robbie Davis, is a former jockey and current trainer, while two of her five siblings, Dylan and Jackie, are also professional jockeys.
“I'm honored to join the TRF Board and support the foundation's ongoing work. I'm here to support everyone and look forward to being part of an organization that gives so much back to retired racehorses,” said Davis McCarthy.
Davis McCarthy joins the TRF Board as the organization continues to grow its innovative programs and partnerships, including its Second Chances Program. This initiative pairs retired racehorses with incarcerated individuals, offering the horses rehabilitation while teaching life skills to people in need of second chances themselves.
“Katie's youth, enthusiasm, perspective, and talents will be a huge addition to the board of the TRF,” said Patrick Mackay, Chairman of the TRF Board. “We look forward to working with her on continuing to move the TRF forward for the betterment of both our herd and the Second Chances Programs.”
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