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National Meets

Where Legacy Bloodlines Meet Elite Opportunity

For more than a century, the National Greyhound Association’s National Meets have stood as the definitive marketplace and proving ground for the finest racing greyhounds in North America. 

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Held each spring and fall in Abilene, Kansas, these invitation-worthy gatherings bring together the most respected breeders, trainers, owners, and buyers in the sport—those who shape the future of greyhound racing at its highest level.

 

The Industry’s Premier Showcase

The NGA National Meets are where performance meets pedigree.

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Across a curated week of competition, select young athletes take the track to demonstrate the qualities that define elite racing stock—speed, intelligence, composure, and heart.

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• Structured racing rounds identify top-tier prospects

• Championship finals elevate the very best

• Featured stakes races spotlight exceptional bloodlines

• Buyers gain first-hand insight into performance and potential

This is not simply racing—it is evaluation at the highest level, where informed decisions are made and investments take shape.

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A Marketplace Defined by Access and Insight

The National Meets serve as one of the industry’s most important relationship and transaction hubs.

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Within a focused, highly professional environment, attendees gain:

• Direct access to leading breeders and consignors

• Early exposure to emerging talent

• Opportunities for private negotiation and acquisition

• Strategic insight into bloodlines, performance trends, and program development

Every conversation carries weight. Every introduction has value.

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A Tradition of Trust Since 1906

The National Greyhound Association has safeguarded the integrity of the breed for over a century, maintaining the official registry and pedigree records that underpin the sport. 

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The National Meets reflect that same commitment to excellence:

• Rigorous standards of competition

• A legacy of credibility and professionalism

• A longstanding culture of respect, transparency, and expertise

Since the 1920s, industry leaders have traveled to Abilene to present their best and measure against the very highest standard. 

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More Than an Event—An Advantage

Beyond the track, the experience is intentionally designed for those who understand that success in this sport is built on access, information, and relationships.

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From private discussions to industry gatherings and recognition events, the National Meets offer an environment where business moves forward—with clarity and confidence.

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Position Yourself at the Center of the Sport

Twice each year, Abilene becomes the focal point of the greyhound industry.

Those who attend don’t just witness the future—they help define it.  Whether your focus is acquisition, partnership, or advancing your breeding program, the National Meets provide a distinct competitive advantage found nowhere else.

 

Join the Standard

Where elite greyhounds are revealed.
Where relationships are forged.
Where the next generation of champions begins.