OUR TEAM
ACTIVE RACE HORSES
KATHLEEN'S
DERBY
A bold runner with a smooth stride, Kathleen’s Derby is known for her steady drive and sharp instincts on the track.
MOTOR CITY MAN
With his speed and grit, Motor City Man carries the roar of the city with him every time he breaks from the gate.
VESPER CHICKS
Souza Racing's first winning horse, Vesper Chicks cemented a place in our story as the one who turned dreams into victories.
GIRLY THE BUTCHER
Fierce in name and fearless in spirit, Girly the Butcher dominates with surprising power and a never-quit attitude.
RETIRED RACE HORSES
MOMS HAD ENOUGH
Moms Had Enough set the tone with her heart, grit, and undeniable will to run. One of the originals in the stable, she now enjoys
her retirement living in Mississippi!
BOMB CYCLONE
As strong as a storm and known for his speed, Bomb Cyclone now enjoys life at a slower pace, living on the farm in Brandon, Florida.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
BRADY SOUZA
The Visionary behind Souza Racing, who's dream of a horse racing team took his family, and now the world of horse racing, by storm.
PEYTON SOUZA
The Research Lead and Strategist bringing drive and hustle to Souza Racing, Peyton spends every night dreaming up the next winning strategy for Souza Racing.
QUINN SOUZA
Quinn, the youngest Souza, proudly serves as Head of Operations and Morale on the Field. Often heard cheering from the sidelines and keeping spirits high!
CHRISTOPHER SOUZA
Chris Souza is a leader and owner at Souza Racing. Chris has parlayed his vast real estate, marketing, and property experience into his role as CEO & President of Oasis Amenities.
GENNA SOUZA
Genna Souza is a leader at Souza Racing, driven by a passion for the race and the community that surrounds it. She brings heart, energy, and vision to the team.
OUR PARTNERS
PATRICIA DERBY
One of Souza Racing’s biggest supporters, Patricia Derby is an experienced real estate professional with a creative eye for interior design, and a pulse on business.
AMY RIETEMA
A South Florida native, Amy Rietema brings warmth, style, and a passion for design to the Souza Racing community. Devoted wife and mother, she fosters meaningful connections within the team.
JUSTIN RIETEMA
A planner and designer by trade, Justin Rietema has a background spanning work across resorts, real estate, and product design (and was even featured on ABC’s Shark Tank!).
KAILENE SIMON
Kailene is an accomplished biopharmaceutical researcher working to advance therapies for rare diseases. On the field, she brings her passion for team building, family, and a love of horses!
JUSTIN ONORATO
As Chief Investment Officer of BTI Partners, Justin Onorato develops real estate investment strategies across Florida and the Southeast. Bringing a similar drive and passion to Souza Racing and a love of horseracing.
GISSETTE ONORATO
A leader in lifestyle brand marketing, strategy, and experiences with her company, GXO Consultants, Gissette channels her creativity and love for the race and community spirit to Souza Racing.
ANDREW SIMON
Ascientist and accomplished team leader with more than a decade of experience in the biotechnology industry. Andrew brings creativity, love of discovery, and collaboration to Souza Racing.
OUR TRAINER
KATHLEEN O'CONNELL
Kathleen O’Connell is a skilled and passionate horse trainer, dedicated to developing top-performing racehorses through expert care and strategic training. With years of hands-on experience, she combines intuition, discipline, and a deep love for the sport to bring out the best in every horse she works with.