The 48th Annual Heritage Place Fall Mixed Sale — held October 30 through November 1, 2025 — welcomed breeders, buyers, and consignors from across the country for three days of spirited bidding and standout bloodlines. The event featured a broad catalogue from proven producers to promising young yearlings. With steady participation and an atmosphere of optimism, this year’s sale once again reflected the quality, tradition, and energy that define Heritage Place as a cornerstone of the performance-horse community.
“This sale brings together some of the finest horses and participants in the industry,” said Heritage Place General Manager Spence Kidney. “We are grateful for the opportunity to offer such an exceptional individual and appreciate the connections for choosing Heritage Place to represent this yearling. We wish the new ownership group every success on the track.”
Headliners of the Fall: Empressum Twopoint 0
The 48th Fall Mixed Sale presented a lineup that blended pedigree, performance, and potential — but none drew more attention than Hip 116, Empressum Twopoint 0, who sold for $700,000 to lead the event. The 2024 sorrel colt, by Apollitical Jess out of Crazy Down Corona (First Down Dash), was purchased by Empressum Twopoint O Partners of Oklahoma. Consigned by 13 Racing LLC and represented by Steve Holt & Jeff Jones, he embodied the elite quality and breeding foresight Heritage Place is known for.
A full brother to World Champion Empressum, this colt impressed with his athleticism and commanding presence, setting the tone for a weekend that celebrated both established bloodlines and the market’s enduring strength.
Below are the Top 10 Sellers of this fall’s sale — horses that stood out not only for their final prices but for the quality, pedigree, and promise they bring to the next chapter of the industry.
As the spotlight shone brightest on the six-figure headliners, the sale offered a deep roster of quality horses across the board. Every horse in the catalog carried potential, from promising young prospects to proven performers, ensuring that buyers had an opportunity to add talent at every level.
| Horse | Price | Sire | Dam | Damsire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empressum Twopoint 0 | $700,000.00 | Apollitical Jess | Crazy Down Corona | First Down Dash |
| Mystic Paint | $300,000.00 | PYC Paint Your Wagon | Jess So Sixy | Mr Jess Perry |
| Sinsational Tacha | $210,000.00 | Tempting Dash | Miss Sin Tacha | Mr Jess Perry |
| Aint He Tempting | $105,000.00 | Tempting Dash | Preslee The First | Corona Cartel |
| Tres Of Dynamite | $100,000.00 | Tres Seis | Runawayheart | First Down Dash |
| Sumoke Show | $92,000.00 | Kiss My Hocks | Sumokin | Country Chicks Man |
| She Looks Political | $85,000.00 | Apollitical Jess | She Looks Racy | First Down Dash |
| A Passion For Flashn | $83,000.00 | First Moonflash | Subtly Sixy | Streakin Sixes |
| HP Reliable Energy | $80,000.00 | FDD Dynasty | Terrific Energy | Mr Jess Perry |
| Ima Fightfightfight | $80,000.00 | Favorite Cartel | Fly Baby Fly | One Famous Eagle |
Pedigrees That Powered the Sale
Some say a strong sale begins in the breeding shed — where thoughtful crosses and careful planning bring each generation forward.
That sentiment was evident this fall, as pedigrees with proven performance and consistent results drew strong attention from buyers.
Leading that chorus was Apollitical Jess — a sire whose influence once again made a significant mark. Seventeen of his offspring sold for a combined $1,371,500, averaging $80,676 — reaffirming his reputation as one of the most consistent stallions.
Below are the Apollitical Jess progeny featured in the 48th Heritage Place Fall Mixed Sale, led by the sale’s top seller, Empressum Twopoint 0.
| Horse | Price Sold | Dam | Damsire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empressum Twopoint 0 | $700,000.00 | Crazy Down Corona | First Down Dash |
| She Looks Political | $85,000.00 | She Looks Racy | First Down Dash |
| AJ Wine Wagon | $77,000.00 | Painted Wine Wagon | PYC Paint Your Wagon |
| EOS A Political Win | $67,000.00 | Pithia | PYC Paint Your Wagon |
| A Political Wave | $67,000.00 | Wave Her Down | First Down Dash |
| Foal In Utero/Corona Crystal | $60,000.00 | Corona Crystal | Corona Cartel |
| Da Lie Lah | $57,000.00 | Paint Or More | PYC Paint Your Wagon |
| The Criminal | $38,000.00 | Ms Riptide | Ocean Runaway |
| Kokomo Bay | $35,000.00 | Aqua Girl | Corona Cartel |
| DR A Political Sign | $35,000.00 | A Tres Of Sign | Tres Seis |
| AJ Silver Charm | $30,000.00 | Mary Me Anna | Game Patriot |
| JR Battle Born | $27,000.00 | Prissy B Panther | Panther Mountain |
| Apolititical Uprise | $21,000.00 | Dashing On The Moon | Corona Cartel |
| MissApollitical | $20,000.00 | Eye Love It | Mr Eye Opener |
| Apolliticaldreamgirl | $18,000.00 | Feature Dreamgirl | Feature Mr Jess |
| Apollitical Racy J | $18,000.00 | One Sweet Racy | One Sweet Jess |
| Face The Factz | $16,500.00 | Paint Your Face | Corona Cartel |
Other proven sires also contributed notably to the event’s overall performance, demonstrating both the strength and diversity of bloodlines represented.
Other notable six-figure sires, alongside the leading Apollitical Jess ($1,371,500.00)
| Sire | Overall Price | # of Foals |
|---|---|---|
| Apollitical Jess | $1,371,500.00 | 17 |
| Favorite Cartel | $709,000.00 | 23 |
| PYC Paint Your Wagon | $454,000.00 | 9 |
| Tempting Dash | $385,500.00 | 9 |
| Kiss My Hocks | $334,700.00 | 10 |
| Flying Cowboy 123 | $298,500.00 | 13 |
| Tres Seis | $292,500.00 | 9 |
| FDD Dynasty | $220,000.00 | 10 |
| Corona Cartel | $214,500.00 | 10 |
| Jess Good Candy | $204,500.00 | 15 |
| Hes Relentless | $199,000.00 | 7 |
| One Famous Eagle | $166,500.00 | 8 |
| KVN Corona | $161,000.00 | 12 |
| Coronado Cartel | $158,500.00 | 7 |
| First Down Dash | $145,700.00 | 9 |
| Cyber Monday | $144,000.00 | 9 |
| Ivory James | $141,000.00 | 8 |
| Dulce Sin Tacha | $136,500.00 | 7 |
| Freighttrain B | $136,000.00 | 7 |
| First Moonflash | $129,500.00 | 5 |
| Mr Jess Perry | $123,700.00 | 7 |
| Valiant Hero | $108,000.00 | 7 |
| Apollitical Blood | $108,000.00 | 7 |
Maternal Strength: Leading Damsires of the Fall Mixed Sale
While sires may set the stage, the influence of their female lines remains equally important. This year’s results highlighted the ongoing impact of several prominent damsires, led by First Down Dash, whose daughters’ offspring brought $1,421,700 in total sales. Following were Mr Jess Perry at $1,151,200 and Corona Cartel with $935,200.
Below is the complete list of six-figure and above damsires featured in the 48th Heritage Place Fall Mixed Sale:
| Damsire | Overall Price | # of Foals |
|---|---|---|
| First Down Dash | $1,421,700.00 | 33 |
| Mr Jess Perry | $1,151,200.00 | 35 |
| Corona Cartel | $935,200.00 | 43 |
| PYC Paint Your Wagon | $328,200.00 | 15 |
| Apollitical Jess | $282,000.00 | 13 |
| Walk Thru Fire | $246,000.00 | 13 |
| One Famous Eagle | $238,700.00 | 12 |
| FDD Dynasty | $209,200.00 | 16 |
| Separatist | $157,300.00 | 13 |
| Dashin Is Easy | $130,500.00 | 5 |
| Heza Fast Dash | $124,500.00 | 4 |
| Tres Seis | $122,200.00 | 7 |
| Feature Mr Jess | $101,000.00 | 4 |
Hats Off to the Consignors & Agents
As the dust settled and the numbers told their story, certain names stood out not just in the results, but in the roles they played ringside and behind the scenes.
Leading the way among consignors, Lazy E Ranch LLC achieved a remarkable milestone with $1,333,000 in total sales from 75 head — the only consignor to surpass the million-dollar mark at this year’s Fall Mixed Sale. On the representation side, Steve Holt & Jeff Jones took top honors as the agents backing the event’s headline seller — Empressum Twopoint 0, who brought $700,000 and set the tone for the entire weekend.
Beyond these achievements, acknowledgment is due to every consignor and agent who brought quality stock, dedication, and expertise to the 48th Fall Mixed Sale — each contributing to another memorable and successful event.
A Solid Close to the 48th Fall Mixed Sale
The three-day event wrapped up with 504 of 744 horses changing hands, bringing a total of $8,817,400. The results reflected consistent participation across all sessions, with competitive bidding on proven producers, race prospects, and well-bred yearlings. The diversity and quality of horses offered underscored Heritage Place’s continued standing as a key marketplace for breeders, consignors, and buyers throughout the performance-horse industry.
