Tommy Atkinson, CEO
Tommy Atkinson is the dedicated CEO of Southern California Equine Stables. He graduated from Arizona State University with a bachelor's degree in Communications and possesses extensive knowledge and experience in the thoroughbred racing industry. Currently residing in Scottsdale, Arizona, Tommy lives with his wife, Jamie, and their three children: Tanner, Taylor, and Tessa.
In his free time, he enjoys horse racing, surfing, and spending quality moments with friends and family during happy hours. Tommy is known among our racing partners for being accessible and providing prompt, trustworthy responses. Since founding Southern California Equine Stables in March 2022, he has established a culture of transparency and reliability.
BLOODSTOCK AGENT AND PEDIGREE ANALYST
TRAINERS
Our team features experienced trainers, including Tim Yakteen, who is responsible for overseeing the training and performance of our thoroughbreds. Committed to maximizing each horse's potential, Tim brings a wealth of expertise to our stables. He focuses on nurturing talent and developing successful horses in the competitive racing scene of Southern California..
In his free time, he enjoys horse racing, surfing, and spending quality moments with friends and family during happy hours. Tommy is known among our racing partners for being accessible and providing prompt, trustworthy responses. Since founding Southern California Equine Stables in March 2022, he has established a culture of transparency and reliability.
Gayle Van Leer is the consultant and pedigree analyst for Southern California Equine Stables. As the key decision-maker for yearling prospects at auctions, she conducts thorough research on bloodlines across multiple generations to assess each yearling's auction value.
Our team features experienced trainers, including Tim Yakteen, who is responsible for overseeing the training and performance of our thoroughbreds. Committed to maximizing each horse's potential, Tim brings a wealth of expertise to our stables. He focuses on nurturing talent and developing successful horses in the competitive racing scene of Southern California..