The NDTA Non Three Stakes returns to Chippewa Downs in Rolette County, North Dakota, featuring a competitive field of North Dakota-bred horses aged three and up. This 5 ½-furlong dirt sprint offers a $10,000 purse, attracting local contenders looking to secure their third career victory.
Race Details
- Event: NDTA Non Three Stakes
- Date: Sunday, June 15, 2025
- Time: 3:05 PM CT
- Venue: Chippewa Downs, Rolette County, ND
- Surface: Dirt
- Distance: 5 ½ furlongs
- Purse: $10,000
Top Contenders & Horse Profiles
1. Dakota Prospector (ND)
- Jockey: D Wood
- Trainer: Larry Longie Jr.
- Pedigree: Sired by Pies Prospect, out of Ms Sent to Dakota (by Marquetry)
- Career Record: 6-year-old gelding
- Strengths: Experienced sprinter with solid track familiarity.
2. Hoppys Classic (ND)
- Jockey: A Padilla
- Trainer: S Horst
- Pedigree: Sired by Bay of Biscay, out of Dakota Classic (by Regal Classic)
- Career Record: 5-year-old gelding
- Strengths: Tactical speed and consistent performances in local stakes races.
3. Liam’s Starry Nite (ND)
- Jockey: B McNeil
- Trainer: R J Haar
- Pedigree: Sired by Royal Challenger, out of Krews Star (by Nice Krews)
- Career Record: 5-year-old gelding
- Strengths: Strong closer, capable of finishing fast in sprints.
4. Sparkle Dancer (ND)
- Jockey: R Martinez
- Trainer: S Horst
- Pedigree: Sired by Launch Commander, out of Pistolera (by Zanjero)
- Career Record: 3-year-old filly
- Strengths: Youngest horse in the field, showing promise in dirt sprints.
5. Big Ender (ND)
- Jockey: C McKenzie
- Trainer: T Hurley
- Pedigree: Sired by King Cha Cha, out of Big Cat’s Krews (by Nice Krews)
- Career Record: 8-year-old gelding
- Strengths: Veteran competitor, bringing experience to the race.
6. Tricky Kid (ND)
- Jockey: L Delorme
- Trainer: Larry Longie Jr.
- Pedigree: Sired by Baseball Card Kid, out of Leecha Mae (by Speed Calling)
- Career Record: 10-year-old horse
- Strengths: Morning-line favorite (8/5) with dominant performances in previous races.
7. Bee a Bali (ND)
- Jockey: N Haar
- Trainer: R J Haar
- Pedigree: Sired by Bal a Bali (BRZ), out of Bee Bug (by English Channel)
- Career Record: 4-year-old filly
- Strengths: Speed-focused sprinter, capable of a strong finish.
Race Analysis & Predictions
- Favorites: Tricky Kid (8/5), Hoppys Classic (4/1), Bee a Bali (7/2)
- Dark Horse: Sparkle Dancer (5/1) – Youngest in the field with potential for improvement.
- Prediction: Tricky Kid wins, Hoppys Classic places, Bee a Bali shows
Tricky Kid’s dominant performances and morning-line favoritism make him the top contender, while Hoppys Classic’s tactical speed and Bee a Bali’s closing ability could lead to a strong finish.
