Harrington, DE—– The Delaware Valley Chapter of the United States Harness Writers Association is pleased to announce its 2024 Caretaker of the Year is Tom Cugle.
Cugle is a long-time employee (nearly 20 years) of the George Teague stable, where he has been a vital part of the training and breeding operations. He’s taken care of many former stars from the Teague stable, including Total Truth, Mr Wiggles, Delmarvalous, Barber Pole, Custard The Dragon, Somwherovrarainbow and Kodack Black.
Cugle’s tireless work ethic and dependability earned him national Caretaker of the Year honors in 2010, when he won the Harness Tracks of America sponsored award.
He currently is responsible for the care of nine horses, while also overseeing broodmares in foal through the birthing process during breeding season.
Cugle was a unanimous pick for this prestigious award which honors a local Delmarva caretaker and he will be presented the honor at the Jan. 17 Delaware Standardbred Owners Association banquet in Dover at the Modern Maturity Center.