Justa Victory Stables
Meet Our Trainers
Eddie Coletti Jr.
Ed Coletti is a third-generation Thoroughbred trainer with deep family roots in horse racing. He grew up at the racetrack and worked alongside his father at the family farm in Ocala, gaining early hands-on experience breaking young horses, evaluating talent, and navigating the sales process.
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Training professionally since 1994, Ed earned a Grade 3 win in the Victory Ride Stakes with Dixie Serenade and remains active at the sales, building strong industry relationships.
Today, he trains with a practical, experience-driven approach, supported by longstanding connections and family members.
Christopher Davis
Chris Davis is a Kentucky-based trainer known for his development of young horses and Stakes contenders. Developing horses has been engrained since childhood for the Oklahoma-born, Chicago raised prodigy. The son of well-respected Midwest conditioner Liane Davis and assistant starter Hershell Davis, a former galloper for Wally Dollase, Davis has been on the backside virtually from birth.​
Formerly an assistant to Mike Stidham and Phil D’Amato, Chris launched his own training career in 2016 and had his first Stakes win in 2018 at Saratoga in the Summer Colony Stakes. Chris went on to secure his first Graded Stakes victory in the G3 Modesty Stakes in 2021 at Arlington Park. Coming off of very successful back-to-back seasons in 2024 & 2025 with winnings in the neighborhood of $2 million each, Chris is closing in on $10 million lifetime.
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“I have been in the horse racing industry my entire life. Worked my way up through the ranks. Teaching and learning are not only my passions, but defining aspects of my life. Even with many years of professional experience, I continue seeking ways to expand my knowledge so I can provide the best support to my clients. My personalized approach ensures that no matter your skill level, I can help you grow and achieve success.”
-Chris Davis
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Adrianne DeVaux
​Horse racing has always been more than just a career for Adrianne DeVaux — it’s been a way of life. Raised in a family deeply connected to the sport, Adrianne grew up around the barn area, learning firsthand the dedication, patience, and hard work it takes to care for and develop Thoroughbreds.
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Over the years, she has built her stable around the values that matter most to her: putting the horses first, treating owners like family, and maintaining honest, open communication every step of the way. Adrianne takes pride in running a smaller, hands-on operation where every horse receives individual attention and care.
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Adriannes passion for the game comes not only from the competition, but from the relationships built along the journey — with the horses, the owners, and the team behind the scenes. Whether campaigning at tracks like Saratoga Race Course or competing year-round in New York, Adrianne is committed to giving every horse the best opportunity to succeed while creating an enjoyable and rewarding ownership experience.
For Adrianne, success is about more than wins — it’s about doing things the right way and building something people are proud to be part of.
Kathleen O'Connell
Kathleen O’Connell is one of North America’s most accomplished Thoroughbred trainers and the winningest female trainer in the sport’s history. Originally from Detroit, she worked her way up from hot walker to licensed trainer in 1981, ultimately establishing her operation in Florida. She remains a longtime fixture at Tampa Bay Downs and Gulfstream Park. We have had much success with Kathleen in the past. Justa Victory is excited to be back in Kathleens barn for the Tampa Bay Meet.
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​​Known for her hands-on approach and tireless work ethic, O’Connell has trained multiple graded-stakes winners, including Stormy Embrace, Watch Me Go, and Well Defined. Throughout her career, her runners have earned more than $46 million in purse earnings.​
Kathleen is a consistent leader within the Florida racing community and continues to be recognized by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ & Owners’ Association for her success with Florida-bred horses.
​Respected for her longevity, horsemanship, and dedication to her team and horses, Kathleen O’Connell stands as a trailblazer and a model of consistency in American racing.