FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Gainesville, Texas – The second-ever Flash Sale hosted by Solo Select made a bold statement when the two-hour auction closed at $260,000 for the black filly by Badboonarising out of Blackish, and $100,000 for the embryo out of Crystalized Whizkey.
“All eyes were fixed on the Solo Select Sale when lots closed on Sunday at 6 p.m.,” said Melanie Smith of Solo Select Sale. “It was a moment that reminded everyone in the western industry that the cutting and reining horse industry is stronger than ever. Prospects like these are game-changers, and in the hands of these buyers, we know the right foundation will be laid from day one.”
High Seller: $260,000 Blackish Filly
The Blackish filly brought in $260,000, making her the highest-selling foal in an online auction in the western performance industry—EVER.
"This cross was exceptional, and the selling price simply confirmed the quality we already recognized in this filly," said Melanie Smith. "Our expectations for her future show career are high. Thank you to all who bid and showed their confidence in her future."
Bred by Solo Select/Julie Jarma, then purchased by a Washington based buyer, the striking black filly will stay at Solo Select Horses until weaning, before embarking on the next chapter of her journey. Under the expert guidance of renowned NCHA Hall of Fame rider and distinguished trainer, Morgan Cromer, she is set to begin her career as a cutting horse.
“Hopefully, in just a couple of years, we’ll see her continuing her family’s legacy—another winning generation in the industry’s leading maternal family,” added Smith.
All Eyes Here
The 2026 embryo, sired by Patriot and out of Crystalized Whizkey—the WINNINGEST Reining Mare of All-Time—was sold for an impressive $100,000.
“The news of this embryo’s sale spread across the globe, drawing the attention of everyone with a dream in the reining world,” said Smith. “This wasn’t just any embryo—it’s one out of the mare who has stolen hearts everywhere. The sale of this embryo was a monumental event for the industry.” She continued, “Before the sale even closed, we had people asking who had purchased it, and we couldn’t be more thrilled that ThorSport was the winning bidder.”
ThorSport is widely recognized for excellence in both kinds of horsepower—motorsports and equine. As the longest-running NASCAR Truck Series team, their motorsports legacy is unmatched with six series championships. On the equine side, ThorSport has established a prominent industry presence with ventures like Tenda Horse Products, FarmPaint.com, ThorTurf Equestrian surfaces and Equine Surgical Center. Their commitment to elite performance extends into breeding, care, and innovative equine programs, reflecting decades of leadership within both the horse industry and motorsport industry.
Most recently, they expanded their equine endeavors with ThorSport Ranch, formerly known as Cardinal Ranch, in Aubrey, Texas in addition to their two facilities in Sandusky, Ohio and Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Allison Thorson of ThorSport who is a 90x World Champion with Tennessee Walking horses and has recently been making her mark in the western performance disciplines in reining as the 2020 NRHA rookie of the year.
Building and setting the tone is the name of the game for the Thorson family no matter the business and the purchase of this embryo aids in the goals of having great horsepower for the future.
“The acquisition of this embryo is one of those rare moments that will be remembered for years to come. There’s simply nothing like it in the industry right now,” Smith said. “Beyond the excitement of potential future wins, the breeding value of this embryo is immense.”
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