The Hoosier Breeders Sophomore Handicap at Horseshoe Indianapolis is set to deliver high-stakes action on June 11, 2025. This six-furlong dirt sprint boasts a $100,000 guaranteed purse, attracting some of the finest Indiana-bred three-year-olds.
Field Overview: Horses, Jockeys & Trainers
Here’s a breakdown of the top contenders in the field:
| Horse | Pedigree (Sire – Dam, by Dam Sire) | Jockey | Trainer | Weight |
| Mondavila | Mondavi – Lost Village, by Jump Start | Joseph D. Ramos | Randy L. Klopp | 124 lbs |
| Sir Bahjy | Bahjatty – Proud Dreamer, by Proud Citizen | Marcelino Pedroza, Jr. | Genaro Garcia | 120 lbs |
| Woodaz | Thousand Words – Saoirse Cat, by Storm Cat | Felix Astudillo | Genaro Garcia | 118 lbs |
| Tap Tap Tap It In | Flameaway – Dreams On Tap, by Tapit | Mitchell Murrill | Tim Eggleston | 118 lbs |
| First Division | Omaha Beach – Ice Women, by Street Sense | Emmanuel Esquivel | Kenneth G. McPeek | 118 lbs |
| Sleepy Keen | Keen Ice – Aldorable Debbie, by Aldebaran | Luis Contreras | Randy L. Klopp | 118 lbs |
| Jazzole | Mitole – Kisses From Kate, by Harlan’s Holiday | Erik Asmussen | Steven M. Asmussen | 124 lbs |
| Special Creed | Jimmy Creed – Special Talent, by Talent Search | Evin A. Roman | Michelle L. Elliott | 118 lbs |
Race Analysis & Betting Insights
Mondavila (trained by Randy Klopp) enters as a strong contender, carrying top weight (124 lbs). His
Jump Start lineage suggests early speed and stamina, making him a prime candidate for front-running tactics.
Jazzole, trained by Steven Asmussen, also carries 124 lbs and boasts Mitole bloodlines, indicating explosive late speed—ideal for a closing finish.
Sir Bahjy and Woodaz, both trained by Genaro Garcia, bring consistent performances and could thrive in a pace duel.
First Division, sired by Omaha Beach, has strong middle-distance credentials, making him a dark horse for an upset.
