The $50,000 Angie C Stakes headlines Race 8 at Emerald Downs on Sunday, July 20, 2025, with post time set for 5:18 PM PT. This 5½-furlong dirt sprint is restricted to 2-year-old fillies, and features a competitive field of nine juveniles showcasing elite pedigrees, top regional trainers, and emerging jockey talent. The race is a key early-season test for Northwest-based fillies with stakes aspirations.
Contenders & Horse Profiles
| Horse Name | Pedigree | Trainer | Jockey | Morning Line Odds |
| Candy Creek | Game Winner – Portal Creek | Tom Wenzel | Julien Couton | 10-1 |
| Sparkley Barkley | Barkley – Glitter Gulch | Howard Gibson | Francisco Monroy | 12-1 |
| Belle of Edmonds | Honor A. P. – Storm Hearted | Tena Birdwell | Javier Matias | 10-1 |
| Knaughty Knight | Barkley – Knight Club | Howard Gibson | Manuel Americano | 6-1 |
| Code of Valor | Code of Honor – Grazen Valor | Frank Lucarelli | Isaias Enriquez | 5-1 |
| Empire Bella | Tom’s d’Etat – My Little Minx | Vince Gibson | David Haldar | 15-1 |
| Falling Leaves | Frosted – Season Maker | Tom Wenzel | Carlos Montalvo | 4-1 |
| Diva in Motion | Raging Tiger – Forty Something | Frank Lucarelli | Kiaman McGregor | 12-1 |
| Whiskey High | Hightail – Tennessee Whiskey | Justin Evans | Kevin Krigger | 9-5 Favorite |
Pedigree Insights & Dirt Sprint Potential
Whiskey High, by Hightail, is bred for early speed and already owns a stakes win at Turf Paradise. Her dam Tennessee Whiskey adds stamina and grit. Falling Leaves, sired by Frosted, is a sharp maiden winner who wired the field last out—pedigree suggests she’ll stretch out well. Code of Valor, by Code of Honor, has a classy pedigree and was checked early in her last race but still finished with interest. Candy Creek, by Game Winner, closed fast for second behind Falling Leaves and could improve with pace up front. Knaughty Knight and Sparkley Barkley are both by Barkley, a local stakes winner, and represent strong Washington breeding lines. Empire Bella, by Tom’s d’Etat, is bred for longer distances but has shown tactical speed in maiden company.
Jockey & Trainer Matchups to Watch
Kevin Krigger (Whiskey High) is a stakes-winning rider with a strong record in juvenile sprints. Carlos Montalvo (Falling Leaves) and Tom Wenzel teamed up for a dominant maiden win and return with confidence. Isaias Enriquez (Code of Valor) is one of Emerald Downs’ most experienced riders and excels in tactical sprint setups. Julien Couton (Candy Creek) is known for patient rides and could benefit from a hot early pace.
Recent Form & Speed Figures
| Horse Name | Last Race Result | Speed Rating | Surface |
| Whiskey High | 1st @ Turf Paradise (5f) | 84 | Dirt |
| Falling Leaves | 1st @ Emerald Downs (5f) | 81 | Dirt |
| Candy Creek | 2nd @ Emerald Downs (5f) | 78 | Dirt |
| Empire Bella | 4th @ Emerald Downs (5f) | 74 | Dirt |
| Code of Valor | 6th @ Turf Paradise (5f) | 70 | Dirt |
| Diva in Motion | 5th @ Energy Downs (5f) | 72 | Dirt |
Predicted Finish & Strategy
Winner: Whiskey High – proven stakes form, tactical speed, top connections
Place: Falling Leaves – sharp maiden win, pace advantage
Show: Candy Creek – improving filly with closing kick
