Labor Day fund raiser for Leggett

A fund raiser for seriously injured Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred jockey Tad

Leggett will be held at racetracks across the country on Labor Day.

On that day, both Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse jockeys are asked to donate

a losing mount fee to assist Tad's family and help with costs associated with

his care and rehabilitation. Tad suffered a broken neck on June 30 immediately

after the 3RD race at Fair Meadows Racetrack in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

After undergoing two extensive surgeries for the spinal injuries and to

stabilize his neck, Leggett was transported to Craig Hospital in Englewood,

Colorado, where he is currently undergoing rehabilitation. Craig Hospital

specializes in rehabilitation and therapy for catastrophic cervical spinal cord

injuries.

Because of the considerable costs associated with the procedures and

rehabilitation, Leggett's medical care is reaching the insurance limits of the

$500,000 on-track accident policy provided by Fair Meadows at Tulsa.

"We need the help of anybody and everybody to assist with Tad's medical

expenses," said Terry Meyocks, national manager of the Jockeys' Guild. "Tad

deserves a real chance to make a full recovery. It is necessary to raise this

money to give Tad an opportunity to recover from his catastrophic injury."

Tad has made significant progress over the past several weeks have regained

feeling and some movement in his extremities. His wife, Tina, and family are

optimistic regarding his recovery.

To bring awareness to Leggett, and in his honor, jockeys will be riding with

a boot decal with Tad's name. Other promotional events to raise funds will be

held at various tracks, including an autograph signing at Ruidoso Downs prior to

the running of the All-American Futurity with Quarter Horse jockeys, including

G.R. Carter, Cody Jensen and Hall of Famer Jerry Nicodemus.

Leggett is a 25-year journeyman jockey who has been an active member of the

Jockeys' Guild since 1992. He is the career leader in Quarter Horse victories at

Prairie Meadows, winning over 400 Quarter Horse races. He has also ridden at

Remington Park, Lone Star Park and Canterbury Park.

The Jockeys' Guild is facilitating establishment of a fund to assist Tad

Leggett and his family. Those wishing to donate should send checks to the

Jockeys' Guild and mailed to 103 Wind Haven Drive, Ste 200, Nicholasville, KY

40356. Please make note of "Tad Leggett" on the check's memo line.