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© Douglas Lees The National Steeplechase Association joins with movie fans across the world in mourning the passing of renowned Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall at age 95. Duval, whose career spanned some seven decades and included unforgettable performances such as Corleone Family consigliere Tom Hagen in The Godfather, was an equine enthusiast and he frequently…

Remembering Henry Wood

By National Steeplechase Association | February 6, 2026

In 1981, Henry Wood ventured to New York in search of a steeplechase prospect that hopefully could capture the Iroquois Steeplechase in Nashville, Tennessee. Henry was an accomplished amateur jockey who had a burning desire to win what was in that era the most notable amateur race on the NSA circuit. He arrived at Belmont Park…

Race Chair Wrap Up

By National Steeplechase Association | January 22, 2026

NSA Winter Meetings Deemed a Huge Success The annual NSA Race Chairmen’s and Board of Directors’ meetings were held on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Dewberry Hotel in Charleston, SC. Aiken Steeplechase Chairman Frank Mullins hosted the Race Chairmen’s six-hour conference, which was themed “Sharing Best Practices.” Nineteen of the 28 scheduled race meets…

Tod Marks Photography

The National Steeplechase Association website proudly features the beautiful photography of Tod Marks. Tod is an Eclipse Award winning photographer who has cover thoroughbred racing for decades. His work regularly appears in publications in the U.S. and Europe. He is the official photographer of the National Steeplechase Association. Additional work can be viewed on his website at: https://todmarks.photoshelter.com/

Temple Gwathmey Steeplechase Foundation

The Temple Gwathmey Steeplechase Foundation preserves and advances the sport by funding programs that promote Opportunity, Growth & Change. The Temple Gwathmey Steeplechase Foundation website is located at: https://tgsteeplechasefoundation.org/