Thoroughbred Dreams proudly presents the first annual Emerald Oaks. This prestigious Grade one event takes place at Sunnyhill Downs once a sim year and brings about the start of the filly triple crown. The first one, is soon to be run. Let's take a look at this year's information on the race, forecasts, and of course the field.

Race has run as of 3:00 pm est.

Name: Emerald Oaks (Gr. I)
Restrictions: Horse must be 3 years old, female horse, and been in at least one race lifetime. Must have also have place 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th.
Nominations will be sorted through by which horses are the most qualified and have the most points.
Distance: 6 Furlongs
(sprint/middle horses are most qualified for this race)
Surface: Dirt
Purse: 600,000 SM (55% to winner, 25% to 2nd, 13% to third, 5% to fourth, 2% to fifth)
Track: Sunnyhill Downs
Scheduled to Run: Saturday at around 4:30 pm est (may be slightly before or after. sorry i can't give exacts ;/)

Forecast for this Weekend: 60-70ºF., 55% chance of rain.
Weather: 68ºF, overcast skies, light rain every now and then.
Dirt Status: Wet Fast

Let's meet this year's field:
(note, don't take workout times or comments to heart. they are just for entertainment value ;). also note, was trying to make comments sort of interesting to make you think, so do not worry if they aren't as positive as you would have liked. they don't matter, what happens race time matters)
-also, all workouts were rounded to closest.. didn't feel like putting the "change" ;)

Other Prediction Sites: (if you want to make your own prediction site as to what you think will happen, make a site before saturday and email me the link and i'll post it)
Foxwood Farm's Predictions

Post Position One:
Silent Dream - 3yo Black Filly - Owned by Silent Dream Stables
2:0-0-0-2 Record, Most likely will stalk the pace
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 41 seconds
 "This is an absolutely gorgeous filly. She's got solid skills to go along with her looks, but in two lifetime starts she hasn't placed better than 4th. I'm sure she'll be ready for today, but she may be slightly outclassed. She's this field's longshot, and she may be able to catch everyone off guard and put in an extremely good race if she puts everything together."

Post Position Two:
Midnight Fire - 3yo Black Filly - Owned by Zephyr Wind Acres
2:0-1-0-1 Record, Most likely will come from behind
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 39 seconds
 "Fire is a nice looking filly who is very suited to this distance. She should be a strong contender if she doesn't lollygag in the back of the pack too long. She could be in trouble if the track gets messy"

Post Position Three:
Moondancer - 3yo Bay Filly - Owned by Three Winds Farm
2:1-1-0-0 Record, Most likely will mid pack
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 38 seconds
 "She has done well in the past, never placing out of the top two in her two lifetime starts. Promising horse on this distance and if she has a good trip, look for her to be up near the front at the end. If this track goes sloppy, she will definitely be one to watch for."

Post Position Four:
Awake And Dreaming - 3yo Black Filly - Owned by Queen Elizabeth Raceway
2:0-1-0-1 Record, Most likely will try for the lead
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 40 seconds
 "This filly has potential on this distance, but i think she'd much rather prefer a turf course. She's worked alright but you could tell she didn't like the track as much as she should. Time will tell if she can put forth the effort handle it."

Post Position Five:
Recital - 3yo Flea-bitten Grey Filly - Owned by Legacy Forever Stables
3:1-0-0-2 Record, Most likely will stalk the pace
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 37 seconds
 "Recital is one of the favorites for this race. She's got all around talent and is coming off a very nice win over her stable mate (Solitary Echo). Long as she doesn't have too many traffic troubles, she will definitely be one to keep an eye on."

Post Position Six:
Angel on Ice - 3yo Red Chestnut Filly - Owned by Q.T. Stables
1:1-0-0-0 Record, Most likely will try for the lead
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 38 seconds
 "This is a very nice and very promising filly. She's got incredible stats and already proved herself in a very nice allowance win. She's a contender, but she may not be 100% for this race as she raced but a week ago."

Post Position Seven:
Breathe - 3yo Dapple Grey Filly - Owned by Panache Racing Stables
2:1-0-0-1 Record, Most likely will stalk the pace
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 36 seconds
 "This girl looks extremely sharp for this race and is probably the main favorite to take this. She's incredible on this track and distance as evidence by her latest workout where she pulled a 12 clip for 3 furlongs. If she stays focused, she may run away with this"

Post Position Eight:
SSS Gypsy Comic - 3yo Grey Filly - Owned by Sweet Shadowbrook Stables
3:2-0-0-1 Record, Most likely will try for the lead
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 38 seconds
 "Beautiful filly that loves these conditions. Only thing that will definitely be a problem for this talented girl is if the track gets mucky. If she runs her heart out and gets some luck she may be able to overcome the challenges awaiting."

Post Position Nine:
Foxy Lady - 3yo Bay Filly - Owned by Queen Elizabeth Raceway
3:1-1-0-1 Record, Most likely will stalk the pace
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 47 seconds
 "I'm not quite sure how much of a chance this horse has in this race. She seems to prefer much longer distances than this and would much rather like the race on turf. She may have an advantage if the track turns sloppy, but i'm not sure how much of an advantage. Time will tell i guess."

Post Position Ten:
Solitary Echo - 3yo Red Chestnut Filly - Owned by Legacy Forever Stables
3:1-1-1-0 Record, Most likely will stalk the pace
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 38 seconds
 "This filly is a major player in this race. She loves this track and has worked very well lately. Rain or shine, if she has a good trip, look for her to be up near the front at the end of this race."

Post Position Eleven:
SparksOfCopper - 3yo Chestnut Filly - Owned by Luckhorse Stables
2:0-0-2-0 Record, Most likely will try for the lead
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 45 seconds
 "She's a beautiful filly, but she may be outclassed today. She's not as talented as some of the other fillies in this field, but she is a courageous little girl. If she can get a nice run, she may be able to pull an upset."

Post Position Twelve:
Just Effected - 3yo Bay Filly - Owned by Three Winds Farm
2:1-0-1-0 Record, Most likely will mid pack
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 42 seconds
 "Promising filly with a nice look to her. She's running well on this track and seems to be ready for the upcoming race. If she has a nice trip and doesn't get stuck anywhere, she may be the one to take it."

LATE SCRATCH:
Post Position Thirteen:
Strawberry Morn - 3yo Grey Filly - Owned by Q.T. Stables
1:0-1-0-0 Record, Most likely will mid pack
Latest Workout: 3 Furlongs in 47 seconds
 "Strawberry Morn is talented, but i do not think she has much of a chance in this race. She's suited for the distance but doesn't seem to like this track much. If she has an awesome trip and effort, she could place top 5, but not quite sure."

-the race-
 sorry i don't have time to write this.. just woke up and not feeling hot... and also trying to watch preakness specials while doing this. lol. sorry ;). forgive me ;). i'll do better on the next race.

-the results-
photo: for 4th

SSS Gypsy Comic, Recital, Breathe, Just Effected, & Awake And Dreaming are all invited to the next leg of the filly triple crown (Jewel Stakes) and will receive auto entry into the race if their owners choose to head them towards that race. The rest may re-nominate for the next leg, but do not get any advantages or disadvantages if nominations are over the limit. Nominate on the forums for seven oaks asap to get a shot into the next race ;).

Also, all horses have Ready to Race status though they have raced. This is so i dont have to update it again. lol, if a horse that ran here today is headed towards the Jewel Stakes, then nominate and do NOT enter in any other races before that one. If you are NOT nominating for the Jewel Stakes, I will correct rest on your horse after the field is announced next week.