The Mamie Eisenhower Stakes at Prairie Meadows Race Track is set to feature a competitive field of Iowa-bred fillies and mares aged three and up, battling over six furlongs on dirt for a $75,000 purse. Named after Mamie Eisenhower, the former First Lady of the United States, this stakes race highlights regional talent and speed-oriented sprinters.
Race Details
Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
Time: 9:26 PM CT
Venue: Prairie Meadows Race Track, Altoona, IA
Surface: Dirt
Distance: Six furlongs
Purse: $75,000
Eligibility: Iowa-registered and foaled fillies and mares, three years old and upward
Field Overview – Horses, Jockeys & Trainers
1. Demidanu – Jockey: Kevin Roman | Trainer: F. Dewaine Loy
Pedigree: Sired by Formidable, out of Soaring Goddess (by Desert God).
Recent Form: Consistent performer with top-three finishes in her last four starts.
Strengths: Tactical speed and ability to handle fast dirt conditions.
2. Hanks Girl – Jockey: Tyler W. Bacon | Trainer: Gene Jacquot
Pedigree: By Palace, out of Aintnoshakin (by Cross Traffic).
Recent Form: Has shown late acceleration in previous races, making her a threat in deep stretch.
Strengths: Strong finishing kick and proven stamina at this distance.
3. Ourpeppermintcandy – Jockey: Walter De La Cruz | Trainer: Doug L. Anderson
Pedigree: By Twirling Candy, out of Rainbow Sparkle (by Majestic Warrior).
Recent Form: Coming off a win in an allowance race, showing improved speed figures.
Strengths: Tactical versatility and ability to adapt to different pace scenarios.
4. Interstella – Jockey: Alex Birzer | Trainer: Timothy E. Martin
Pedigree: By Midshipman, out of Kristella (by Elusive Quality).
Recent Form: Has struggled in graded stakes company, but excels in restricted stakes races.
Strengths: Experience at Prairie Meadows and ability to handle softer dirt conditions.
5. Miss Peach – Jockey: Glenn W. Corbett | Trainer: Kelly R. Von Hemel
Pedigree: By Dominus, out of Carolina Peach (by Giant’s Causeway).
Recent Form: Has placed in multiple stakes races, showing consistency at this level.
Strengths: Strong pedigree for long-distance sprinting.
6. Won Happy Mama – Jockey: Elvin Gonzalez | Trainer: Travis Swan Murphy
Pedigree: By Runhappy, out of Vicarious Won (by Elusive Quality).
Recent Form: Has struggled in graded stakes company, but excels in restricted stakes races.
Strengths: Tactical speed and ability to handle fast dirt conditions.
Race Strategy & Key Matchups
Pace Projection: Expect Demidanu and Miss Peach to set the early pace, while Hanks Girl and Ourpeppermintcandy will look to close late.
Dirt Conditions: The fast dirt track at Prairie Meadows favors speed-oriented runners, giving an edge to Won Happy Mama and Demidanu.
Late Kick: Hanks Girl and Ourpeppermintcandy have the strongest closing ability, making them dangerous in the final furlong.
Opening Odds:
Demidanu (3-1)
Hanks Girl (4-1)
Ourpeppermintcandy (5-1)
Interstella (6-1)
Miss Peach (7-1)
Won Happy Mama (8-1)
Prediction: Hanks Girl to win, Ourpeppermintcandy to place, Demidanu to show.
