The Texas Greyhound Association was established in 1987 as the official Greyhound Breed Registry in Texas for pari-mutuel racing. The TGA represents the owners, breeders and other greyhound racing participants.
Pari-Mutuel Wagering on Historical Races
Dear TGA Member,
On June 10, the Texas Racing Commission considered draft rules for the implementation of pari-mutuel wagering on historical races at licensed Texas racetracks, and voted to publish the rules in the Texas Register for receipt of public comments. This type of wagering has been very successful in Arkansas and Kentucky, and can have the same positive results in Texas. [Read more…]
James Doyle Shepherd age 76 was called to Heaven on Sunday, April 20, 2014. Doyle was born on July 16, 1937.
He was born to and preceded in death by his mother Zelma Cook-Shepherd, and father Floyd Shepherd in Liberty Hill, Texas. He was also preceded in death by his twin brother Darwin Shepherd at a very young age.
Doyle is survived by his wife Faye Shepherd; children Tracy Shepherd, Wayne Lindholm and wife Laurie, Patricia Morgan and husband Dennis; grandchildren Tori, Robert, Keith, Haven, Christie, and Rhonda; great-grandchildren Jayla, Daymon James, Kyliegh, Cody, Ashley, Kirby, and Matt.
Doyle and Faye were married in 1959. Doyle started his life at a young age as a hard working truck driver. He retired from the Teamsters after 30 years of service. Doyle’s true love were his greyhounds. He achieved his dream in 2010 at the National Greyhound Association National Meet with a top winning litter. Also, in 2012 with another litter of pups that won extremely big, and this year in 2014 Doyle achieved his ultimate dream of having one of his dogs receive top honors of All-American (UTOO pure Silk). Doyle’s Greyhound Farm was his ultimate love and passion (UTOO kennels). He was a true gentle giant. Doyle was a jokester with the most forgiving heart. His presence and his smile lit up the room no matter where or who he was with. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends, and most of all his greyhounds.
Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at Bagdad Cemetery, Leander, Texas.
The TGA has joined the National Animal Interest Alliance, which provides a balanced, fact-based perspective within the animal welfare debate. They are the leading mainstream organization focused on the issues affecting people who share their lives with animals and represent those interests. Check out their website for more information:
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One of the TGA’s newest members Gary Miller, along with his wife Chris, attended the 2014 Annual Membership meeting with their beloved greyhound, Leah.
Saturday; March 15, 2014, Joey Lail of the Elections Committee read the elections results and below are the names of the ones that were voted in for a two year term:
(left to right)
John Dalton – Vice President
Joey Lail (Elections Committee)
Billy Galbreath – Secretary/Treasurer
Charlie Pevehouse – Director
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Dear Members,
For those who are attending the Membership Meeting on Saturday; March 15th, please be aware of the major construction that is going on in the Lorena, Bruceville area. The North and South access roads are now one way only.
If you are coming from the North, take the Lorena Exit 322, and stay on the access road, until you see the TGA on the right.
If you are coming from the South, you will also take Lorena Exit 322 when you exit off the interstate, take a left at the 1st stop, go over the bridge and another left at the 2nd stop. Stay on the access road for a couple of miles and you will see the TGA on the right.
We hope to see you here and please call if you have any questions.
Thank you!
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Deco Esta Jett, tops the 2013 Brood Matron Standings. She is a daughter of Kiowa Sweet Trey and Flying Monaco— Read the full story.
Call the TGA (254) 857-4377 or email Lois or Kayla if you plan to be there to enjoy the free BBQ lunch that will be served from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, with the Membership Meeting to follow. We would appreciate everyone’s RSVP to ensure enough food is ordered.
Thank you and hope to see you there!
Lois: loismowery@tgagreyhounds.com
Kayla: admin@tgagreyhounds.com