We did not cash on the Courageous Lady, but it was a heck of a race, with horses coming 5-wide late and the whole field within three-lengths in the final turn. And the pure joy of Sand E Fiftyfive's trainer, Tye Loy, says volumes about what this sport is about-- it was the biggest race he has ever won, even bigger than the Ohio Sires titles he has-- and if we did nto have a courtesy van, he could have floated over to the winners circle. Tye is a hard worker and a genuienly nice and funny guy. Working as the second trainet to the powerful one-horse Dan Kirkwood Stable, in addition to training his own, keeps him busy and I was truly happy for him... and for my buddies, Chris Arold, Mike Drury and the Kohuts, whose Cam's Van Go was second despite the 8 hole. She showed the heart and honor of her dam, 2002 Northfield Horse of the Year Cam's Valentine, and I think we will hear more from her as the PA Sires Stakes move on.
So, refreshed after the holiday weekend, here are Fridays picks. Good luck.
Race 1: 3 Riverboat Dreamer- Bad posts in ’09 until now, but is getting sharper; 5 My Yankee Lady- Three-year-old can improve, Aaron chose over 4 & 6; 4 Clarksville Jazz- 1st time Charlino.
Race 2: 1 Bette Lavec- Matt’s choice over #9, mine, too; 3 Its All About Abby-First time Stahl, had problems with PP8 in last; 9 Aura Lee Triumph- My initial pick, improving for a hot barn.
Race 3: 4 Silky Sailor A bit of a tough trip in last, another chance; 3 Nude N Naughty- Big effort in last for Charlino, needs hot fractions; 2 Back Home Again- On the ticket a lot, but 0 wins in 16.
Race 4: 2 Dappers Flash- Big improvement In last, JG and Kakaley a lethal combo; 4 Spirit Within- Very consistent and should race well for Robin; 7 Nola B- Has shown little against better at Mea5/8, may need a local start; 9 Enticing Attack- Class dropper gets second-tier and Wyers.
Race 5: 5 Colossal Sahbra- Traffic was worse than the I-480 bridge last week, definite excuse; 2 Game Sophie- Inconsistent, but draws well and has speed; 4 No Ordinary Smile- Value spot.
Race 6: 8 Gadjet- Matt chose despite the outside assignment, can she overcome the snowman? 7 Weekie Wachie- Another class dropper, but post will hurt her more due to racing style; 6 Jl’s Nite Music- Good form and Charlino adds value, although Aaron chose off.
Race 7: 3 Memphis Glow- Hasn’t been the same in ’09, but hasn’t raced this cheap in awhile; 7 Wildfire Osborne- Stahl chose off a Sherman trainee. That’s news; 5 Shelbys Muneymaker- Ultra-consistent, but runs into some tough ones; 6 Moira’s Bliss- This isn’t the Courageous Lady!
Race 8: 2 Precious Lass- Needs the front, but can’t handle 57 opening lap; 1 Foxy Jane- Stahl and big-time post relief, could win this; 5 Miss Matilda- 20-1 ML horse gets Matt K, why not?
Race 9: 2 Fiesty Kindof Luv- Gets along well with Wyatt and showed versatility in last; 9 M D Superstar- Monster mile last race, a repeat? 1 Mary My King- Should be forward early.
Race 10: 9 Mommas Gone Cruzin- Aaron chose off, but I love her chances with Stahl; 2 Divine’s Delight- Supposed to be a good one; 4 Sadie Falcon- Aaron chose, but the injury scratch concerns; 5 Spider Girl- Will improve for Kakaley.
Race 11: 9 Goin Home Ray- A monster qualifier, will it translate? Ursula K- Improving and draws well again; 6 Red S- Decent Q, the wreck was not her fault, but could be a factor.
Race 12: 2 Scooters Clan- Has already “won out” her $1100 Delaware price, another Ashley Cruiser? 5 Tequila- Ultra sharp, but Kakaley chose to drive the two- a tell; 9 Hurricane Kelsey- Racing well, nut the second tier is not her spot.
Race 13: 9 Hillcrest Crystal- Gets class relief and Kakaley for crafty horseman Ash; 5 Diana Court- Has at least done work on occasion; 3 Fox Valley Oberon- Fresh horse and class drop.
Race 14: 1 On The Money- What’s her bottom? 9 Paint Wheel- Maybe a bit closer early in here; 3 April Fool Days- Very consistent, but 0 for ’09; 2 A Fleet Angel- Should get an aggressive drive from Kash Jr.
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