All the numbers went in the right direction. It was strong from start to finish. |
I think we'll have a good sale. We have the best group of horses we've ever had for a March sale, especially at the top end. The top, though, usually takes care of itself, so this, as usual, will be a good test of the middle market. But we've had a lot of activity [on the sales grounds] and according to all the indicators, credit requests, hotel requests, we've got all the right signs. |
Last year was the largest sale we've ever had in March. This year I think the quality at the top is better. We have a significant group of horses at the top end of this sale. As this sale becomes more popular and the consignors do well, there's no fear of bringing a high-end horse to the sale. |
The 2-year-old market is now a force. I am real confident going in that we have a good group of horses to continue that trend. |
The market in general has been strong since the fall. I don't see any reason why it should change. We've seen more buyers coming down from Kentucky for our mixed sales in October and January. |
This sale is consistently at the top of the lists of stakes winning percentage. And good horses will bring back repeat buyers. |