Race: Dick Wasia Memorial Stakes
Date: Friday, July 11, 2025
Track: Pocatello Downs, Idaho
Race Number: Race 8
Post Time: 8:30 PM MT
Distance: 5 Furlongs
Surface: Dirt
Purse: $5,900
Eligibility: Three-Year-Olds & Older – High Lifetime Money Earners Preferred
Wagering: $2 WPS, Exacta, Quinella, Trifecta, Superfecta
Race Overview
The Dick Wasia Memorial Stakes is a fast-paced sprint for older horses, drawing a competitive field of six seasoned runners. With a short 5-furlong distance and a mix of front-runners and closers, this race promises a thrilling finish under the lights at Pocatello Downs.
Full Field: Horses, Jockeys, Trainers & Pedigrees
| Post | Horse | Age/Sex | Jockey | Trainer | Sire – Dam (Dam Sire) | M/L Odds |
| 1 | Thirsty for a Win (CA) | 3/F | J. Flores | J. Nolasco | Stay Thirsty – Berenike (Majestic Warrior) | 8/1 |
| 2 | Thegreatgeneration (IL) | 11/G | L. A. Collazo | C. Ortiz | Fusaichi Pegasus – Bella Cardella (Hard Spun) | 6/1 |
| 3 | Bayou Chrome (KY) | 5/G | O. Villa | B. Estrada | California Chrome – Tiz Josselyn (Tiznow) | 2/1 |
| 4 | Tito’s N Kenz (KY) | 4/F | C. Vasquez | L. Mendez | Unified – Lovely Cool (Indian Charlie) | 4/1 |
| 5 | Kessler Kid (ID) | 6/G | J. J. Canales | M. Higgins | Tavasco – I’m Not Alone (Atticus) | 7/2 |
| 6 | Mo Dandy (OK) | 5/G | E. Ayala | B. Estrada | Mo Tom – U S Liberty (U S Ranger) | 3/1 |
Contender Analysis
Bayou Chrome (2/1) – The Horse to Beat
Pedigree: By California Chrome, out of a Tiznow mare—bred for speed and stamina.
Trainer: B. Estrada (also trains Mo Dandy)
Form: Consistent performer with tactical speed; likely to press the pace or stalk.
Jockey: O. Villa has a strong record at Pocatello.
Verdict: Top choice based on class, pedigree, and connections.
Mo Dandy (3/1) – The Stablemate Threat
Pedigree: Mo Tom × U S Liberty (U S Ranger) – turf-to-dirt versatility.
Form: Strong late kick; could benefit from a pace duel up front.
Trainer/Jockey Combo: Estrada and Ayala are a proven pair.
Verdict: Dangerous closer if the pace heats up.
Kessler Kid (7/2) – Local Hero
Pedigree: Idaho-bred by Tavasco; home-track advantage.
Trainer: M. Higgins – sharp with older geldings.
Form: Reliable and gritty; could hit the board or upset with a clean trip.
Tito’s N Kenz (4/1) – Filly with Upside
Pedigree: Unified × Lovely Cool (Indian Charlie) – classy sprint bloodlines.
Form: Lightly raced; improving with each start.
Verdict: Could surprise if she breaks well and avoids traffic.
Thegreatgeneration (6/1) – Veteran Longshot
Age: 11 years old – the oldest in the field.
Pedigree: Fusaichi Pegasus × Bella Cardella (Hard Spun)
Form: Hasn’t won recently but brings experience and grit.
Verdict: A sentimental pick, but likely outclassed.
Thirsty for a Win (8/1) – The Wildcard
Youngest in the field at 3 years old.
Pedigree: Stay Thirsty × Berenike (Majestic Warrior)
Trainer: J. Nolasco – known for developing young talent.
Verdict: Faces tough older rivals but could improve with experience.
| Win | Bayou Chrome |
| Exacta Box | Bayou Chrome / Mo Dandy / Kessler Kid |
| Trifecta Key | Bayou Chrome over Mo Dandy, Tito’s N Kenz, Kessler Kid |
| Longshot to Watch | Tito’s N Kenz – improving filly with upside |
