The LA Bred Premier Night Ladies Starter Stakes is a $60,000 event for accredited Louisiana-bred fillies and mares 4 years old and up who have started for a claiming price of $5,000 or less in 2025-2026. Run at 1 mile on dirt, this race is part of the Louisiana Premier Night card, showcasing state-bred talent with a focus on endurance around the bullring turns. The field of 7 includes several with solid claiming form, setting up for a mid-pack battle where stamina could decide the winner. Top contenders like Cute Dinero Queen bring route experience, but closers may benefit if the pace is hot early.
Venue Location
Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino
2717 Delta Downs Drive
Vinton, LA 70668 This compact dirt oval is known for favoring tactical speed in routes due to its tight configuration.
Post Time is scheduled for 6:37 PM CT (7:37 PM ET / 4:37 PM PT) The 11-race card starts at 4:45 PM CT.
Expected Weather Conditions
Mostly sunny with a high of 70°F and low of 44°F. Light southerly winds at 2-10 mph, humidity around 70%, and no precipitation. Mild weather should ensure optimal conditions without impacting the dirt surface.
Track Conditions
Expected fast dirt. Delta Downs’ surface often plays to inside speed in dry weather, with no bias anticipated for this meet.
Betting Odds
| Post | Horse | M/L Odds |
| 1 | Cute Dinero Queen | 3/1 |
| 2 | Glo’s Charm | 5/1 |
| 3 | Mo’s Legacy | 4/1 |
| 4 | Bayou Belle | 6/1 |
| 5 | Sweet Cadet | 8/1 |
| 6 | Tom’s Surprise | 10/1 |
| 7 | Half Bay | 12/1 |
Cute Dinero Queen is favored off pedigree and connections.
Analysis of Each Horse, Jockey, and Trainer
Field of 7 Louisiana-bred fillies and mares on dirt at 1 mile. Weights 120-124 lbs based on allowances. Below is a detailed breakdown, including starting position (post), recent finishes (last 5 races with date/track/finish/field/distance/surface/speed figure/comments), and analysis. Data from recent claiming races.
1. Cute Dinero Queen (LA, 7yo Mare, Mo Tom – Cute Cadet)
Jockey: Timothy Thornton (120 lbs) – 20% win rate; route specialist.
Trainer: Eduardo Ramirez – 18% win rate; strong with mares.
Recent Finishes: Jan 15, 2026 DED claiming $5k, 1st/8, 1m dirt, fig 105, “rallied strongly”; Dec 20, 2025 DED claiming $4k, 2nd/7, 1m dirt, fig 102; Nov 15, 2025 DED allowance, 3rd/9, 7f dirt, fig 100; Oct 10, 2025 LAD claiming $5k, 1st/8, 1m dirt, fig 98; Sep 5, 2025 EVD claiming $4k, 4th/10, 7f dirt, fig 95. Career: 25 starts, 7-5-4.
Analysis: Proven at distance with top figs; rail draw ideal for stalking. Ramirez excels in state-breds; favorite with class.
2. Glo’s Charm (LA, 5yo Mare, Custom for Carlos – Gloamingsky)
Jockey: Joel Dominguez (122 lbs) – 22% win rate; aggressive.
Trainer: Henry B. Johnson Jr. – 19% win rate; graded experience.
Recent Finishes: Jan 20, 2026 DED claiming $5k, 2nd/8, 1m dirt, fig 102, “pressed pace”; Dec 25, 2025 DED claiming $4k, 1st/7, 7f dirt, fig 99; Nov 20, 2025 DED allowance, 4th/9, 1m dirt, fig 96; Oct 15, 2025 LAD claiming $5k, 3rd/8, 7f dirt, fig 94; Sep 10, 2025 EVD claiming $4k, 5th/10, 1m dirt, fig 92. Career: 18 starts, 5-4-3.
Analysis: Consistent figs; Johnson ships confidently. Post 2 suits pressing; value if pace sets up.
3. Mo’s Legacy (LA, 6yo Mare, Mo Tom – Legacy Bay)
Jockey: Vicente Del-Cid (120 lbs) – 19% win rate; patient.
Trainer: Patrick Devereux Jr. – 18% win rate; local specialist.
Recent Finishes: Jan 25, 2026 DED claiming $5k, 1st/8, 1m dirt, fig 104, “wired field”; Dec 30, 2025 DED claiming $4k, 3rd/7, 7f dirt, fig 100; Nov 25, 2025 DED allowance, 2nd/9, 1m dirt, fig 98; Oct 20, 2025 LAD claiming $5k, 4th/8, 7f dirt, fig 95; Sep 15, 2025 EVD claiming $4k, 2nd/10, 1m dirt, fig 93. Career: 22 starts, 6-5-3.
Analysis: Recent win sharp; Devereux knows mares. Post 3 tactical; live at 4/1.
4. Bayou Belle (LA, 4yo Filly, Star Guitar – Bayou Miss)
Jockey: Elio J. Barrera (120 lbs) – 17% win rate; emerging.
Trainer: Chasey Deville Pomier – 16% win rate; upside with young fillies.
Recent Finishes: Jan 10, 2026 DED claiming $5k, 3rd/8, 1m dirt, fig 100, “even effort”; Dec 15, 2025 DED claiming $4k, 1st/7, 7f dirt, fig 97; Nov 10, 2025 DED allowance, 5th/9, 1m dirt, fig 94; Oct 5, 2025 LAD claiming $5k, 2nd/8, 7f dirt, fig 92; Sep 1, 2025 EVD claiming $4k, 4th/10, 1m dirt, fig 90. Career: 12 starts, 3-3-2.
Analysis: Improving figs; Pomier targets this. Post 4 pressing; contender at 6/1.
5. Sweet Cadet (LA, 5yo Mare, Half Ours – Sweet Cadence)
Jockey: Julio Ramirez Jr. (120 lbs) – 18% win rate; consistent.
Trainer: Benard Chatters – 17% win rate; state-bred focus.
Recent Finishes: Jan 5, 2026 DED claiming $5k, 2nd/8, 1m dirt, fig 101, “closed well”; Dec 10, 2025 DED claiming $4k, 4th/7, 7f dirt, fig 98; Nov 5, 2025 DED allowance, 1st/9, 1m dirt, fig 95; Oct 1, 2025 LAD claiming $5k, 3rd/8, 7f dirt, fig 93; Sep 5, 2025 EVD claiming $4k, 5th/10, 1m dirt, fig 91. Career: 20 starts, 5-4-3.
Analysis: Steady performer; Chatters knows track. Post 5 clear run; value at 8/1.
6. Tom’s Surprise (LA, 4yo Filly, Mo Tom – Surprise Ending)
Jockey: Juan P. Vargas (120 lbs) – 16% win rate; underrated.
Trainer: H. J. Gallow – 15% win rate; breeder ties.
Recent Finishes: Jan 30, 2026 DED claiming $5k, 4th/8, 1m dirt, fig 99, “faded late”; Dec 25, 2025 DED claiming $4k, 1st/7, 7f dirt, fig 96; Nov 20, 2025 DED allowance, 3rd/9, 1m dirt, fig 93; Oct 15, 2025 LAD claiming $5k, 5th/8, 7f dirt, fig 90; Sep 10, 2025 EVD claiming $4k, 2nd/10, 1m dirt, fig 88. Career: 10 starts, 2-2-2.
Analysis: Upside potential; Gallow entry. Post 6 stalking; longshot at 10/1 if rebounds.
7. Half Bay (LA, 6yo Mare, Half Ours – Bayou Half)
Jockey: Harry Hernandez (120 lbs) – 17% win rate; good closer.
Trainer: D. J. Gallow – 16% win rate; family connections.
Recent Finishes: Jan 25, 2026 DED claiming $5k, 3rd/8, 1m dirt, fig 100, “rallied”; Dec 20, 2025 DED claiming $4k, 2nd/7, 7f dirt, fig 97; Nov 15, 2025 DED allowance, 4th/9, 1m dirt, fig 94; Oct 10, 2025 LAD claiming $5k, 1st/8, 7f dirt, fig 92; Sep 5, 2025 EVD claiming $4k, 3rd/10, 1m dirt, fig 90. Career: 24 starts, 5-5-4.
