The curtain rises on the juvenile campaign Saturday, August 8, 2026, with six debutants set to contest the opening two-year-old event at three furlongs.
Their exercise gallops provide the best clues to their readiness.
1 – GLAMA GIRL
Bay filly (April 8) by Bern Identity out of Indian Bluff
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Tevin Foster
Equipment – None
A well-bred filly who has gone through her drills smoothly, most of them over the straight course. Her dam, Indian Bluff, has already produced notable winners such as Halls of Justice, Brinks, and Here Comes Doc, adding depth to her pedigree.
2 – YEET
Bay filly (February 25) by Kettle Corn out of Runallday
Trainer – Anthony Nunes
Jockey – Tajay Suckoo
Equipment – Blinkers, tongue tie
The first Jamaican runner by Kettle Corn, who stands at Orange Valley Estates. Yeet has put in four gallops, including a four-furlong spin in 49.2 seconds. Runallday has already produced Savvy Girl, Lord Ceasar, Papi Uso, and Dashallday, this filly brings both preparation and pedigree to the table.
3 – BOSS OVER BOSS
Chestnut colt (March 6) by Bern Identity out of Woman Is Boss
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Robert Halledeen
Equipment – None
Has three gallops under his belt—two at three furlongs and one at two. Well-prepared for his first effort, and importantly, he is the pick of the stable’s leading rider. His dam has produced several winners, including Kholbear, She’s My Destiny, Galopin De Veloz, Woman In Love, and Bigger Boss.
4 – SOORYAVANSHI
Chestnut filly (March 1) by Successful Native out of Coco Chanel
Trainer – Anthony Nunes
Jockey – Omar Walker
Equipment – Tongue tie
An intriguingly named filly who has clocked 1:05.2 for five furlongs straight and 47.4 for four furlongs. Those morning spins suggest she is forward enough to be taken seriously.
5 – POP ROCKET
Grey filly (March 15) by Successful Native out of Salvation
Trainer – Philip Feanny
Jockey – Ian Spence
Equipment – None
Has been active in her gallops, mainly over three furlongs from the straight. While she has gained experience, Pop Rocket may need more time before making a significant impact.
6 – MANDY
Chestnut filly (May 16) by Whiskey Double out of Lady Blue
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Abigail Able
Equipment – None
The first local runner by Whiskey Double, who stands at YS (1955) Ltd. From good stock, but her preparation has been cautious. Mandy may require further conditioning before showing her true potential.
