The Ring of Honor: Iowa’s Champion Thoroughbreds
Each year, the ITBOA proudly inducts Iowa thoroughbreds with over $500,000 in career earnings into the Iowa Bred Ring of Honor. This award recognizes Iowa breeders and their thoroughbreds who have hit remarkable milestones in their career.
Chancheng Glory ◀︎◀︎◀︎
$2,054,244 | Bred by Allen Poindexter
The Ring of Honor is a prestigious award established in 2025 to commend the accomplishments of renowned Iowa thoroughbreds. In memorializing the successes of Iowa’s best, the ITBOA continues to further expand the growth and recognition of the state’s racing industry.
Ring of Honor Inductees
The 2025 inaugural class of the Ring of Honor consists of 18 exceptional thoroughbreds, each surpassing the $500,000 mark in career earnings.
Sure Shot Biscuit ◀︎◀︎◀︎
$1,025,480 | Bred by Shady Bend TBs
Ain’t Life Gran ◀︎◀︎◀︎
$805,445 | Bred by RPM Thoroughbreds
Sharky’s Review ◀︎◀︎◀︎
$685,425 | Bred by Dennis Schrader
Ring of Honor Inaugural Class
- Cainam: $651,398
Bred by Linda Leech - Kate’s Main Man: $647,427
Bred by Loretta McClintock - Basic Chance: $616,056
Bred by William Hobbs - Mywomanfromtokyo: $595,276
Bred by Crimson King Farm - Scrutinizer: $585,127
Bred by Dream Farm - Net Gain: $574,125
Bred by Lane Thoroughbreds - Nut N Better: $572,828
Bred by Shady Bend TBs - Lady Tamworth: $567,058
Bred by Sandra Rasmussen - One Fine Dream: $564,608
Bred by Gary Lucas, Linda Woods - Itsallaboutyou: $547,789
Bred By Dave McShane, Don Frazier - Take Me Up: $531,540
Bred by River Ridge Ranch - Wildatlanticstorm: $530,652
Bred by James Jorgensen - Red Hot N Gold: $518,664
Bred by RPM Thoroughbreds - Topper T: $503,936
Bred by Black Oak Farm