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The Maryland Standardbred Breeders Association (MSBA) is comprised of Breeders who continually strive to improve the Standardbred industry in Maryland. The State of Maryland officially recognizes the MSBA as the representative of Standardbred Breeders in the State. The MSBA holds a seat on the Standardbred Race Fund Advisory Board, assisting and advising The State Racing Commission on matters pertaining to the Maryland Standardbred Fund and The Maryland Sires Stakes. The MSBA also has one of the votes needed for all simulcast negotiations in the State of Maryland. 
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MONTHLY MEETING
The MSBA usually holds its meetings on the third Tuesday of each month at the VFW in Grasonville MD. For information on the next meeting please call Ralph Hayward at 301-372-8268.

The MSBA has an active agenda including the following:

  • Publish and post newsletter online
  • Provide assistance and research to all breeding farms for improvement of the industry
  • Monitor legislation
  • Sponsor educational booths at various State functions
  • Plan and host annual MSBA Awards Banquet
  • Work closely with Maryland Dept of Agriculture
  • Develop overseas markets
  • Contribute to many charity event
  • Participate in Owners seminars held at Rosecroft Raceway
  • Sponsor and conduct the annual CHESAPEAKE YEARLING SALE in conjunction with MARYLAND'S MANE ATTRACTION - HARNESS SHOWCASE WEEK

MSBA Board of Directors

It is time to select a new group of directors.  Click HERE for more information. 

Ralph Hayward
President
301-372-8268
E. Daniel Bittle Jr.
Vice President
301-663-5041
Kit Hayward
Treasurer
301-643-4298
Felicia Hilleary
Secretary
301-627-2240
Charles Johnson
302-855-9610
Cheri Stambaugh
410-775-2850
William Gerweck
410-885-3059
Eli Solomon
410-723-2262
Betsy Anne Brown
301-741-8363
Dan Myer
410-896-2879
Tom Winebrener
410-775-2973


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